I know that the Prince loves me as a friend and relative rather than as a wife, and that he would not have sought this marriage of himself, as is perhaps natural.

I know, too, that other women will come into his life, though these may be fewer than in the case of most kings, because he is more hard to please.

Of such I cannot complain, as this is according to the customs of our country.

I fear only one thing--namely that some woman, ceasing to be his toy, may take Seti's heart and make him altogether hers.

In this matter, Scribe Ana, as in others I ask your help, since I would be queen of Egypt in all ways, not in name only." "Your Highness, how can I say to the Prince--'So much shall you love this or that woman and no more ?' Moreover, why do you fear that which has not and may never come about ?" "I do not know how you can say such a thing, Scribe, still I ask you to say it if you can.