the Everlasting Quest

episode 2

one day Aten walked out of his small home in Hierakonpolis, he saw his father hard at work, stitching together pieces to make clothes. His father was a skilled tailor, but the wages he earned for his craft were barely enough to provide for their family. Despite the difficult living conditions and meagre pay, Aten's father took pride in his work and was determined to make a better life for his family.

Aten's daily routine consisted of helping his father in the small tailor shop they had in the market place, where they sell clothes which his father had made. They would wake up early in the morning and work until late at night, trying to earn as much money as they could. Aten and his father would work together, cutting and stitching Their days were filled with the monotony of hard work and the constant struggle to make ends meet. They had to be very careful with their expenses and often went without basic necessities like food and clothing. Despite the hardships, Aten's family was close-knit and always looked out for one another.

Aten often dreamed of a better life, one where he could live without the constant struggle for survival. He longed to travel the world and see the different cultures and ways of life that his uncle Ahmed had told him about. He knew that his dream would never come true as long as he was stuck in this small town, working in the market. Once a month, Aten and his brother, Kamal, would embark on a small journey to collect pieces of fabric and other materials needed for their father's tailoring business. They would travel to nearby towns and villages, bartering with merchants for the best deals on cloth and other supplies.

These trips were a welcome break from the monotony of their daily lives, and Aten and Kamal looked forward to them with excitement. They would set out early in the morning, each carrying a small bag to hold the goods they would collect. Along the way, they would stop to rest and have a meal, and sometimes they would even come across a small festival or market.

These trips were also a chance for Aten and Kamal to bond with each other and learn more about the world outside their small town. They would talk about their dreams and aspirations and make plans for the future. Aten The trips were not just for the purpose of collecting the clothes pieces but also for Aten and Kamal to explore the world and to get some break from their hard daily life,this also gives a chance for Aten and Kamal to bond with each other.This journey also exposed Aten and Kamal to the harsh reality of s*****y. They saw firsthand the suffering of countless men, women, and children who had been torn away from their families and homes to be sold as property. The image of these enslaved people, chained and dehumanized, haunted Aten and Kamal long after their trips were over. They were particularly affected by the sight of families being sold off separately, never to be reunited again.

The merchants treating the slaves brutally, with no regard for their humanity, deeply troubled Aten and Kamal. They saw the slaves being beaten and mistreated, with no one to speak out on their behalf. The slave trade was a brutal and inhumane practice that they couldn't stand to see.

The sight of the slaves being sold deeply touched Aten and Kamal, Aten and Kamal knew that s*****y was a normal part of life in the empire. It had been around for centuries and was deeply ingrained in the culture and economy. Many people, including the ruling class, benefited from the labor of slaves, and the practice was rarely questioned or challenged.

Despite this, Aten and Kamal could not reconcile themselves to the idea that human beings could be treated as property. The sight of families being torn apart and innocent people being treated brutally was something they could not accept. They knew that s*****y was a deeply unjust and inhumane practice, on evening aten and kamala return back. The night was quiet and peaceful as Aten and Kamal journeyed through the desert with the group of traders and merchants. The sky was filled with stars, and the only sound was the soft clop of the camels' hooves as they made their way through the sand.

As they walked, Aten and Kamal couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and wonder at the beauty of the desert. The vastness of the landscape, the endless expanse of sand, and the brilliant stars above all combined to create a sense of wonder and majesty that was hard to describe.

As the night progressed, the traders and merchants began to light fires and set up camp. They shared stories and sang songs, and Aten and Kamal joined in, feeling a sense of camaraderie and friendship with the group. Despite the harsh conditions of the desert, there was a sense of warmth and community among the travelers.

As the night went on, Aten and Kamal found themselves talking with some of the traders and merchants. They learned about their lives and their experiences, and Aten was struck by the diversity of the people he met. Some were from distant lands, while others were from nearby cities and towns. They had different cultures, religions and languages, but they were all united by their common journey through the desert.

As the night grew later, Aten and Kamal lay down on the sand and looked up at the stars, feeling a sense of peace and contentment. They knew that the journey would be difficult, but they were grateful for the companionship and support of the traders and merchants.