50. Alexander fought bitterly until sundown, but Demetrius was killed that day.
51. Then Alexander sent ambassadors to King Ptolemy the Sixth of Egypt with this message:
52. “I have returned to my kingdom and taken my seat on the throne of my ancestors. I have taken over the government, and I am now in control of the country.
53. I made war on Demetrius, defeated him and his army, and I have taken over his kingdom.
54. Now I am ready to make an alliance. Give me your daughter in marriage, and I will give both of you such gifts as you deserve.”
55. King Ptolemy replied, “It was a great day when you returned to your country and took the throne of your ancestors.
56. I agree to your proposals, but first meet me at Ptolemais. We can get acquainted there, and I will give you my daughter in marriage.”
57. So in the year 162 Ptolemy and his daughter Cleopatra left Egypt and arrived at Ptolemais.