A Question

Hatasu is the daughter of the high priest of Amun and she is destined to become the next high priestess. However she is in love with her cousin Rames who is a member of the royal family. Their love is forbidden as it is considered incest by the Egyptian religion.When Hatasu's father dies she must choose between her duty to the gods and her love for Rames. She ultimately chooses her duty and she becomes the high priestess. However her love for Rames continues to haunt her and she must find a way to balance her religious beliefs with her personal desires.The novel is a complex and moving exploration of love duty and faith. It also provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture and customs of ancient Egypt.In the passage you quoted Hatasu's servant is scolding her for staying up late. The servant is worried that Hatasu is not getting enough sleep and that she is wasting the oil in her lamp. Hatasu assures the servant that she is fine and that she will put out the lamp soon. However the passage also suggests that Hatasu is lost in thought and that she is struggling to come to terms with her difficult situation.