The Jewel of Seven Stars Chapter 18 - The Lesson of the 'Ka'

In which a day of solemn preparations unfurls beneath a bright and deceptive sun as the assembled company methodically reviews ancient hieroglyphics and curious symbols, pondering the cryptic intentions left by a long-dead Queen whose tomb they are about to open. The hour of destiny approaches at last, ushered in by mystical certainty and charged with poignant sacrifice, as Margaret embraces her grave resolve amidst the setting sun’s dying glow.