Chapter 79

He grimaced. Was it possible the two alchemists were safely going to indulge their passions? It was hardly unusual for party guests to seek out companionship among the female servants.

He hesitated at the arched opening to the harem, peeking a glance into the large inner chamber.

The floor was covered with mosaic tiles, and in the centre was a large fountain that sprayed water into the air. The walls were made of delicate latticework, and the ceiling was domed and covered with precious gems.

Kain watched as the two males crossed the floor, waving away the females who scurried to offer their services. They exited into a darkened room on the other side of the main chamber.

Kain shuffled through his memories. When he’d been living in this lair, that particular room the males had just entered was one of the few spaces that had only one entrance. Which meant no one could easily creep up to overhear their conversation.

Thankfully, his time in this household meant he