Jado
If Azmadi {has} been empowered by Zarokh, they must have met. And to have met, Azmadi must have completed the ancient Trial of the {Sekhemas}.
Sekhema Asala
Nonsense! The mere notion is absurd!
Jado
Is it? In your heart of hearts, do you believe it impossible that a Faridun survived the test? Perhaps he made it to Zarokh… then, facing his doom, cut a deal.
Sekhema Asala
I… suppose such a thing is possible. In recent days, I {have} met many capable Faridun who are worthy to join us.
Jado
Indeed. If he did complete the Trial… he may be attempting to supplant you and make a bid for {Sekhema} of {Sekhemas}.
Sekhema Asala
The {akharas} would never follow him.
Jado
Are you absolutely certain of that?
Sekhema Asala
Hmm… these {are} strange times…