Secrets Begin, a prequel story to The Secret of the Sands Trilogy by Rai Aren

Author:Rai Aren
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Publisher: RFS Publications
Published: 2017-03-25T16:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER

5

Present day, Cairo, Egypt

Footsteps echoed through the halls of the Egyptian Museum. The lights had been dimmed, casting the priceless pharaonic artifacts contained within into shadow, making them seem even more imposing. One could almost imagine movement amongst the larger statues, as though they would come to life at any moment and re-establish their dominance. It was after hours and there was no one left inside the neoclassically designed building, save for security and the person the young man was meeting with.

He walked up and stood beside a stately, older gentleman. “Have you put matters into motion?”

Dr. Khadesh nodded, his gaze fixed on a stunning and grand statue of the New Kingdom Pharaoh Thutmose III, exquisitely sculpted out of a rich, red granite. “I have. Everything is in order.” He took a deep breath. “It is almost time.”

The young man cast his eyes appreciatively over the magnificent statue, depicting the Pharaoh kneeling and holding two offering jars in his hands. The artistry gave the statue such a visceral presence that it exuded a timeless, regal strength. One could almost feel its power. “I am sure there are going to be questions.”

“Oh, there will be,” Dr. Khadesh replied, a knowing smile crossing his face. “And I will give them answers. Just not all of them,” he said, winking.

“Of course.”

This would be but one of many secrets they kept.

Dr. Khadesh was the Director of Egyptian Antiquities and was in charge of Egypt’s historical monuments and artifacts. It was a role that he cherished. Nothing was more important to him than safeguarding what he considered to be the most important and sacred place on earth. He also relished spending time inside the Egyptian Museum, which housed the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities. Walking amongst the treasures of the Pharaohs, spanning such a long and unparalleled history, was ever a humbling experience for him. It was like walking through time.

“Professor Dustimaine may prove to be a challenge when he gets here.”

Dr. Khadesh nodded. “I am prepared for that. In fact, I expect it.” He thought for a moment. “However, that is not what our biggest challenge will be.”

“What do you mean?”

“We will have to carefully consider how active a role we will play in the days to come.”

“I see,” the younger man said. “That decision will make a significant difference in how things unfold.”

“It will, most certainly,” he replied, thinking of their options. “I believe it would be most helpful and illuminating if we stay more in the background and observe, to begin with. Let us see what happens without our direct influence. That could be very telling.”

“To be sure,” he replied.

“I have a feeling they are going to be full of surprises. We must be ever watchful.”

The younger man rubbed his chin. “I agree. This situation may be very unpredictable.” He thought on that possibility for a moment. “I have an idea how we can keep an ear to the ground, so-to-speak.” He shared his suggestion with Dr. Khadesh.

“Excellent.”

“There is one other thing.

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