Chapter 22. The Most Wanted

As soon as they entered the palace garden with the caravan, Onis, who was left to take care of Afhany, came running to meet the royal carriage where Pharaoh and Farida were. Moses, as soon as the carriage stopped and he realized that it was Onis who had interrupted it, rolled his eyes and sighed. Surely, it was news of Afhany.

"Your Majesty! Forgive me for interrupting... I know you must be tired, but..."

"Say it straight, man! What did she do this time?" Moses interrupted impatiently.

"You'd better see for yourself. É... It's bordering on monstrous..."

Moses ordered the driver to proceed to the concubines' quarters. He went down accompanied by Eliza who was curious, and contrary to what they imagined, Onis led them to the stables, where the stallions given as gifts to the concubines were kept.

Eliza entered and was stunned by the confusion. She put her hand over her mouth so that Moses would believe she was