Introduction

When Senenmut answers the summons to interview for the tutor for the Egyptian queen's daughter, he sees an opportunity to make a name for himself and earn titles and importance.

He succeeds beyond his wildest dreams, becoming second in importance to the pharaoh.

Consequences of Success

However, his very success causes failure, and he suffers a fate worse than death.

Yahmose's Journey

His son Yahmose also succeeds to second in importance, but has to leave Egypt, resulting in the First Exodus.

Then, he must return.