The change in colour did not go unnoticed and Ilithyia's eyebrow arched curiously, though she said nothing. The problem at hand was the man on the telephone and she would have it solved before curiosity was allowed to get the better of her. Most might say Ilithyia had little self-control, but she did, where and when necessary.

The man laughed, then the call ended and Ilithyia sighed in frustration. "He has been calling all afternoon. I find it tiresome."