Now I ask that I may be left quite alone till I am summoned to the temple, who must make such preparation as I can to meet my fate, whatever it may be." Userti departed also without a word.
"Oh! friend, what have I done ?" said Seti.

"Are there any gods?
Tell me, are there any gods ?" "Perhaps we shall learn to-morrow night, Prince," I answered.

"At least Merapi thinks that there is a god, and doubtless has been commanded to put her faith to proof.

This, as I believe, was the real message that Jabez her uncle has brought to her." It was the hour before the dawn, just when the night is darkest.

We stood in the sanctuary of the ancient temple of Amon-Ra, that was lit with many lamps.