Chapter 28
Lady Nakamura eyed Rachel and Ceinwen with skepticism but then gave her assent for them to meet Seiji.
The young man sat up against a multitude of pillows, but he looked so weak, Michael doubted he would have had the strength to remain upright if the pillows were taken away.
The women’s eyes were wide as they took in the understated opulence of Japanese high society. Natural materials and carefully selected time-worn rustic objects that showed perfection in their placement, gave the room a Zen-like calmness. They followed Michael as Seiji’s retainers scrambled for two more floor pillows for them to sit on.
“How do you feel today?” Michael asked.
“The same. Who are these lovely newcomers you have brought?” The man’s voice scarcely rose above a whisper.
Michael quickly intro
