prologue
Innani breathed in the humid morning air of Egypt. She was standing on a balcony outside of her room, admiring the beautiful and breath-taking view of the city.
It was early in the morning, so early, that the sun had not yet risen. None of her servants were awake yet. In fact, the commotion of the palace was now at a halt, as if it was asleep. Innani breathed in a sigh of pleasure. This was her time.
Many things were on her mind. For one thing, she was going home, to Canaan. She was so excited; she feared she may burst with joy. Mara had been very kind and had arranged it all. At the thought of her dear friend, Innani's great mood dimmed a little. She missed Mara. But, Mara was happy with the one she loved, Sheftu. Innani was not jealous, but yearned for someone that she could also love and cherish.
She would most likely find a Canaanite with a beard, unlike all of these smooth-shaven men. Innani did not find this thought disagreeable. She quickly counted how many days until she would leave for home. A little over a month…
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