Karnak, Temple of Amun, two weeks later
“The gods established our principles centuries ago.” Hapuseneb leaned his shaved head towards the Princess.
Hatshepsut stood in front of him. They were great examples for the temple in which the daughter of the Pharaoh was being prepared to receive the title of Divine Spouse of Amun. There, they put a bed and other necessary equipment in place so that they were able to stay in there over the following days. There wasn’t much: a simple chair, a stand of bamboo, and a low table with a pitcher of water.
“As you know, you will spend seven days here, cleaning your body and your mind, fasting, praying, and meditating,” Hapuseneb reminded the Princess. “After this time, we will begin the initiation ceremony. You will leave the temple as the Divine Spouse
