Nisa watched him as she ate slowly. She said nothing else the rest of the meal and it seemed she was not happy though she had no more complaints for the moment.

When her bowl was empty, she expected him to leave immediately. "I have a coat for you by the door. Do not use the other, I'm letting it air out." She said simply and stood to began to wash. She refused to let the dishes sit until the maid was available for the day.

"I will look into this embroidery group brother. And if you have too much trouble, I..." She finally frowned, and her brow creased as something terrible and uncomfortable settled in. "May have to look into getting a job as well."