Lion Head Mesa I'm so over all this bad luck

Yes-.. the palace, She murmured, being quickly reminded of what came first.

But instead of demanding that she take what man he offered, the pharaoh gave her a choice.

She could serve and walk alongside the shabti, someday to find a suitable husband among their travels. Or, he would choose someone for her. The former option seemed the most appealing.

I will do this, as you say—to join alongside the queen. Sokha agreed. Thank you for giving me this option, divine one. He may think her arrogant if she didn't show some form of gratitude. It certainly was an honor and a relief. One she would remember.