Unfortunately, when Sir Kaefin arrived, Otis ordered Ashlynn and Ollie to remain in the kitchens while most of the staff assembled in the courtyard to receive the Steward.
It seemed like Zedya's enchantment was doing its work and Otis didn't dare to expose someone as fetching as Ashlynn to the Steward's lustful gaze.
For Ashlynn, it was a mixed blessing. She'd hoped to use delivering Kaefin's special meal as an excuse to get close to the man. While she lacked Zedya or Thane's abilities to place him in an unbreakable trance, she'd learned enough sorcery to encourage someone to speak more than they should. She was confident that, given the opportunity, she could pry a few secrets from his lips.
