Chapter 10th

You're listening to Fate of the Fallen by Kelkade. Chapter 11

Aslo had just discarded his clothes when the chamber door opened to admit a willowy man with long,

silvery black hair, intricately braided down his back. The man's black suit was immaculate,

perfectly fitted to his form and free of wrinkles and dust. He wore white gloves and carried a

silver-tipped cane from which hung a small pouch overflowing with bubbles. Aslo grabbed a pillow

from the bed covering himself. The newcomer stepped aside to reveal

another well-kempt, middle-aged man. This one had gray hair and wore a haggard expression as he

lugged a large basket to a side table. He was followed by two women and a boy carrying trays

laden with food, wine, dishes, and table linens.

The latter three went about setting a small table near the enchanted loot,

while the two men approached him unconcerned with his nudity.

The gray-haired man said,

I am Brontas, your man's servant for the remainder of your stay at the palace.

This is master of the wardrobe Akirini.

Akirini placed his hands on his cane in front of him and said in a droll voice,

There is no need for modesty.

Your present state of undress is well suited for acquiring your measurements.

Aslo looked at the women and boy, and Akharini followed his gaze. The man said,

It is nothing we haven't seen before. Aslo scowled as he looked back at the man. You haven't

seen this one, and I just as soon keep it that way.

The steward will be pleased to hear it, Akarini said, his expression unchanged.

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