Sethos
(Half insolently.) Wise Menophis! I envy a man grown old before his time. He has had some bitter disappointment probably.
Menophis
(Suffering keenly.) If you really love each other, I——
Sethos
Come this way, Nefertiti. I hear a pipe. (Melody on pipe heard faintly.) Let’s go and dance. This atmosphere is too holy. (Tries to draw her away.)
Menophis
(Pain.) Can this be a sign from Aton—that you are worthless?
Nefertiti