I rose at once. “Coming.” Moving to the door and opening it, I stepped aside as she entered the room, scroll in hand. “I just received a message,” she said, lifting the parchment. “We have a new patron tonight booking for your special exclusive services. Your entire evening belongs to him.” Well. That had not happened in a while. I rolled my eyes inwardly and tried not to sound bored. “Really?” “Uh-huh. His family owns one of the largest blacksmith guilds and weaving franchises across the Urekai kingdom and its cities," Sesora explained. "Old money. We are hoping to keep him, so tonight will involve a full-service preparation, the workers will draw your bath, your clothing will be picked out, your fragrance specific, everything.” I drew in a long breath through my nose, then exhaled

