I don't want to be your enemy

The scorching sun, high in the sky, illuminated the entire lifeless desert of Po, which the dehydrated Sunit was now walking with the hope of reaching at least a village. Due to thirst and fatigue, Amir began to feel dizzy, which caused him to collapse on the hot sand and gradually his mind began to sink into the abyss. His last thoughts were disappointment and the realization that this was the end. The end of his life.

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When Israel woke up, he opened his eyes with long white eyelashes. Everything was swimming in front of my eyes, my head was buzzing. And while the Jew was in this state, someone came into the room, Amir did not even notice it, but when a cold hand reached his shoulder compared to the Jew. He shuddered and turned his head in the direction of this man. Because of the heat, everything was still swimming in front of his eyes, so he could only see the silhouette of this man. Even so, Amir noticed that the man was most likely a man and very tall. — Drink some water. Holding out the glass, the guy said, looking straight into ocean-blue eyes, from which the latter frowned, but took the glass and drained it in one gulp. After about five minutes, Sunit finally felt better and now he could see the guy who saved him from imminent death. In front of him stood an almost two-meter tall guy of about twenty-three with brown hair and the same color eyes. He had dark skin over which he was wearing a black T-shirt and green pants. Especially striking were the tattoos under the eyes, which created a peculiar arc. There was a scar on his neck that was clearly not from a knife, it was too big and long. There was also a pendant around his neck, although no, it wasn’t even a pendant, it was a wolf’s tooth on a rope. Amir recognized him as his old enemy. Which made his eyes widen, and a lot of questions appeared in his head. — Gahiji? Did you save me? — This question greatly worried the Jew, because why would Egypt save its hated enemy? Despite the fact that their war ended quite a long time ago, they still remained enemies and from that moment on they no longer communicated. Why is that? Because there was no need for it. — Yes, it was me. The Egyptian spoke calmly, without even looking at Israel. His gaze was fixed on the window, from which the golden rays of the sun were coming out. — But why? The Israeli croaked, looking questioningly at Gahiji. — It is my duty to save those who are in danger in the desert. And I don’t care who it is. This is my responsibility.Looking up from the window, Gahiji said and turned his gaze to Amir. — I have a question for you too.Egypt spoke louder than Sunita had alerted. “Which one is it?” “What the hell were you doing on my property?"The Arab almost hissed, frowning. — I’m getting ready.- I was about to finish the sentence when he abruptly passed out and fell back on the pillow. This time, Lee sighed and went about his business.

***

A few hours later, the Jew regained consciousness. And he raised his head. My body and head didn’t hurt as much as they used to. Now he could finally focus on where he was. Having changed his position to a sitting position, he began to look at a small room. She was in semi-darkness, the only illumination was a window through which she could see a busy street on which people were flashing every second. The room was very simple, in the left corner there was a single bed on which Israel was sitting, next to it there was a small bedside table, to the right of the bed there was an ordinary wooden door near this door to the right of it there was a wardrobe. This room was also terribly dusty, which made him sneeze every five minutes. Amir wanted to know at least what city he was in, so getting out of bed, the Jew went to the door and opened it, he looked to the right, and saw a corridor that leads directly to the kitchen. In a matter of seconds, having crossed the corridor, he found himself in a bright kitchen, Gahiji was sitting at the table and reading a book. As soon as he saw Israel, he put down his book and asked a question. — Are you hungry? Hearing such a question, the Jew’s eyes flashed and he nodded feverishly. Getting up from the table, the Egyptian went to the refrigerator. While Egypt was sorting out the food, the Israeli went to the table and sat down on a chair and began tapping his fingers on the table out of boredom. A few minutes later, a plate of fried eggs was placed in front of Israel, which made the latter smile broadly. — Thank you very much! The Jew exclaimed with his mouth full, to which the Egyptian only smiled and nodded. They sat in complete silence throughout the meal. Amir did not notice how Gahiji was openly staring at him. He looked at first at how big blue eyes with long snow-white eyelashes blinked, and later did not notice how he began to observe how plump pinkish lips opened and closed. When he finished eating, the Jew looked up at the Egyptian and he only now noticed that he had been stared at all this time. Gahiji looked away. And awkwardness hung between them. — Do you want me to take you to a special place? Breaking the silence, Egypt said, watching his opponent’s eyes widen. - what? But why, I thought you’d send me back to my territory right away.Amir said in surprise, and stared at Gahiji, who was thinking about the words of the Israeli. — There are no flights to Israel today.- he calmly looked into Amir’s eyes —My offer is still valid. So what? — I don’t mind, but what kind of place is this? Israel asked, staring with an interested look. — You’ll see.

***

The two young men walked to the exit of the city in oppressive silence, Gahiji was never verbose, and Amir never started a conversation first. The Israeli looked at the ancient streets and people. Almost every passerby smiled and greeted Gahiji in a friendly way, to which he simply nodded in their direction. Upon reaching the exit from the city, a picture of an endless desert rushed into my eyes. — And where to next? — looking into the eyes of the Egyptian, the Jew asked. — Five minutes walk straight and we’ll be there.- turning his head at the Jew, Gahiji said. After taking another look at the desert, the Jew followed the Egyptian. They were walking when it was evening, and the sun was no longer so much warming the air and sand. Finally, a few minutes later, a high dune appeared on the horizon. When Egypt reached it, it stopped and turned its whole body towards Israel. — We are in place, we just need to climb the dune.- the Egyptian spoke and waved his head at the mountain of sand. Having climbed the dune, Amir’s eyes widened, from here the endless virgin desert was visible, a view of the amazing beauty of the sunset and the sun setting over the horizon opened. — It’s so beautiful here.- said the Jew, closing his eyes and smiling. — I agree, but it’s much more beautiful here at night with a full moon.- looking into the distance, Egypt replied — Today is the full moon, shall we go here at night? “With pleasure,” Amir blurted out without even thinking and smiled.

***

— Gahiji, am I tired of walking for a long time? — the Jew drawled plaintively. — A little more, be patient. A couple of minutes later, the two young men found themselves in this place again. The Jew’s breath caught in his throat. The moonlight lay directly on the sand and shimmered. The whole desert was illuminated by this light. — Oh my God, it’s so beautiful here…Israel’s eyes shone with indescribable mixed feelings, at the same time the Israeli felt admiration and wariness. — You know, Amir, — the Egyptian began the sentence, — can we stop the feud and become friends? Gahiji looked straight into the eyes of the Jew, who were now staring in disbelief into the eyes opposite. They were silent, but they understood each other. The longer they maintained eye contact, the more they began to fall in love with each other’s eyes. But suddenly the silence was broken. — You have very beautiful eyes, I think I’m drowning in them -Gahiji blissfully talked with his eyes closed. Israel held its breath in anticipation of what would happen next. — I think I love you.- Egypt smiled so childishly and even laughed at himself.— I’m sorry, it’s all so ridiculous.- — To goosebumps? He blurted out the first thing that came to the Jew’s mind, after which he turned away in embarrassment and covered his face with his hands. Egypt put both hands on Amir’s cheeks and pulled his face closer to his own. Looking straight into the eyes. — Goosebumps.