*Kiona* Six weeks later, with no ball or soiree scheduled for the evening, Brinsley away at business as he had predicted, and my parents on a romantic holiday, I go to the Moon Goddess Club, a gaming hell for ladies or at least the ladies assumes it is close to being one that rivals those the men in their lives frequents. I suspect it is a bit posher than its counterpart for men, because it doesn’t resemble my idea of hell in the least. But Aaron Tempest has certainly taken great pains to ensure his establishment reflects women’s fantasies. The gaming room is softly lit. Handsome gents in evening attire wanders through offering advice on strategy, a light touch on a shoulder, or just a smile. Other rooms provide different entertainment …food, dancing, foot rubs … but I prefer this one be

