In fact it was easier to keep one's private life private in Amaurot, when one need not rely upon a shop for one's day-to-day necessities. Hades has grown used to keeping track of such things now, of course, and sighs when his friend draws back.

"I did," he admits. "I thought it would be prudent to purchase some for Felih, or Irhya if she were to express interest in taking me to bed again."

Trust Hades to be the practical, forward-thinking one in the relationship.