All the other girls had been dressed similarly too. We had been expected to fetch drinks & food, roll joints etc, while the men had enjoyed the music,...looked at each others bikes etc. Us women had been expected to sit quietly & not get in the way. I must admit honestly I had quite liked it. Especially the appreciative comments not only from masters friends but also the girls too.That was before he started to insist I call him master rather than his name. after a few such club nights his. Then, after I'd completed my ablutions and was beginning to wonder what was to happen next, I heard the front door open and close again.Tentatively, wrapped in a towel that didn't quite cover me enough, I opened the bathroom door."In here!" I was ordered.'Here' being Abbi's own bedroom, the one she'd shared with Caroline - and her previous lovers.As I stepped inside the bedroom door the towel, my only protection, was whisked from me and I stood feeling more than a little foolish and blushing. Earlier you were saying something about a new apprentice?" Inquired Miss Lori."Yes, Postulant Chandra will be staying in the servants' quarters, Meri has been accepted as a student by Mother Browynn. If that is a problem, would you let me know?" That will be fine, Milord." She seemed relieved that I would take care of my apprentices."Lord Charles, how did you end up with a Postulant of Kassandra as an apprentice?" Lady Megan asked with an unreadable expression."Punishment, I believe." I said. There wasn't any other conclusion or option. Jethro loved Shannon, differently from his love for Mac, but he did love the delightful young woman and their unborn child.And Emily and he had come to adore her as well. Even Mac ... noble Mac had a soft spot for Shannon."Come indulge your father, boys," he said in a husky tone, pulling the two soldiers into his arms. "I'm so proud of both of you." Anything you want, sir." Jet wrapped an arm around Keith's shoulders, thankful that the man was being.