The maid froze. Even Iger's expression turned a kaleidoscope of colors.

The maid swallowed hard. "You mean… You and the leader…?"

Ashe remained stony-faced. "Shh. It's not as intimate as you think. To Quinna, I am nothing more than a nighttime accessory. She calls when she wants me and dismisses me when she doesn't. Do you know why I still wear this black robe? I may have left Senheiser, but my appearance hasn't changed like my colleague's here. If any of you saw my face, you would recognize me instantly. After all, I spent a long time… close to Quinna.

"I was supposed to be the only one involved in this infiltration mission, but Quinna never fully trusted me. She even sent her cross-dressing confidante along just to keep an eye on me. Do you know what reward she promised for a mission this vital?...