ELAYNE “.....subpar” The hands they used to serve me, their actions and the feelings they inspired, it was all subpar. It was surprising. I never imagined Andrella would raise such inefficient courtesans. Was it because they were spies? “D-D-Did we offend the master?” “I expected more and was disappointed. Pour me another drink and go away” They poured another drink and backed away. I turned to stare at Andrella. “Care to explain, master?” “It’s been hard to get them under control. Their mouths are sealed because of money but they are definitely pursuing their own interest” “Do you perhaps have a powerful enemy?” “No. I have maintained cordial relationships so far” “Still, there are spies. Why is that?” “Our method of entry is suspicious as well as the fact that we are from Case

