more coins for the Mistress

--he places a pouch bulging with fifteen coppers on his Owner's desk.--

Mistress, this one is commanded to tell you that the Lady Silent Song, who currently owns a tailor's stall at the Great Bazaar, deigns to rent your slave for three days at the usual charge. he will, of course, do his utmost to serve the Lady fully and absolutely and not dishonor you or show disregard for the honor you have done him by condescending to make him your slave.

--gideon, slave of Maleila