Another fascinating relationship, which we know little about. Clearly Khayman believed in
Mekare’s prophecy even more so anyone even Maharet. This could indicate that Khayman
understands Mekare more than he understands Maharet. It is interesting to wonder if Khayman
ever spends time with Mekare today. Mekare cannot communicate as far as we know but still,
it is possible she is aware of his presence. The scene below illustrates this.
'She stood beside Khayman and as I looked at him now I saw with amazement that he wore a
thin, bitter smile.
‘The curse, my Queen,’ he said, his voice rising sharply to fill the
room.
The woman froze as she heard him behind her but she did not turn around.'
