W equals D.

Ah, there you are.

Welcome back.

You've caught me in the middle of cataloging a new arrival,

something that still carries a bit of scent if you lean close.

A small perfume bottle, violet glass with a silver sprayer.

No maker's mark. No label. And? No best not to try it.

Whatever fragrance remains has a way of stirring what ought to rest.

It was sent to us by a woman who said it once brought comfort to someone who'd forgotten how to feel.

Her note didn't say whether that comfort lasted.

Here's her account.

Lot 096.

Tose.

Before we begin, I want to point out some of the customers whose names have been etched in brass on this beautiful plaque I had made above the front desk.

These are some of the members of the inner circle of the antiquarium.

We go by the Obsidian Covenant.

Recent initiates include Lauren Gamboa,

Sarah Chattolomna,

Kat Myrt,

Mahaji Gillespie, Georgia Haynes, Woe Ash, Sorrow, Fira Ult, and Amber Said.

We are ever appreciative of your devotion to the order.

Go to the Obsidian Covenant.com to receive the sacrament.

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