Lilith left their chambers with Adrian that morning, walking side by side through the corridors of the palace. His mind was clearly on the upcoming council meeting, but Lilith's thoughts were elsewhere.

Unknown to her, Adrian already knew the details but she was focused on learning about the passive king, and her instincts told her that the palace staff knew more than they were letting on.

As they approached the council room, Lilith's eyes wandered. She caught sight of a young maid, busy carrying linens through a side hallway. The girl looked fresh-faced and innocent—too innocent for Lilith's tastes—but there was something about her that piqued her interest.

"I'll see you later," Lilith whispered to Adrian, brushing her lips against his cheek in a quick, teasing kiss. He turned slightly, giving her a smirk before nodding and disappearing into the council chamber.

Lilith didn't waste any time. She followed the maid down the hallway, her curiosity guiding her steps. Many hallways and hidden spaces made up the palace, and Lilith easily navigated them unnoticed by most of the staff.

She had always been good at blending in when she wanted to, and today was no different.

The maid paused at a door, knocking lightly before entering.

Lilith slipped inside just before the door closed behind them, her eyes adjusting to the dimly lit room. It was a laundry room, the air thick with the smell of soap and clean linen.

Several other maids were busy at work, their chatter filling the space.

Lilith leaned against the wall, watching them for a moment. She could feel the air of innocence in the room, and it made her smile—a predatory grin that sent a chill down her own spine.

"Well, well," she purred, stepping forward. "What do we have here?"

The maids turned, startled by her sudden presence. Their wide eyes flicked over her form, taking in her confident stance and the knowing smirk on her lips.

One of the younger maids blushed furiously, her hands fumbling with the linens she was holding.

"Y-Your Ladyship," the girl stammered, bowing awkwardly. "We didn't hear you come in."

Lilith chuckled, her eyes gleaming with amusement. "Clearly. And please, there's no need for such formalities. I'm not one of those stuffy nobles you have to tiptoe around." She stepped closer, her gaze lingering on the blushing maid. "What's your name?"

The girl hesitated, her blush deepening under Lilith's intense stare. "Elise, my lady."

"Elise," Lilith repeated, rolling the name over her tongue like it was a sweet treat. "Such a lovely name. And such lovely company I've found myself in."

The other maids exchanged glances, their cheeks flushed, their movements growing more self-conscious under Lilith's watchful eye. Lilith took another step forward, her presence filling the room.

There was something intoxicating about the way she moved, the way her voice seemed to wrap around each of the women warmly.

"Tell me, Elise," Lilith said softly, her voice dropping to a sultry whisper. "Do you enjoy working here? In the palace?"

Elise nodded quickly, her eyes darting nervously to the other maids before focusing back on Lilith. "Yes, my lady. It's... it's an honor to serve here."

Lilith tilted her head, her gaze never leaving Elise's. "An honor, hmm? But surely, there are other pleasures to be found within these walls, aren't there?"

The room grew even quieter, the tension thickening as Lilith's words hung in the air. She could see the way the maids were shifting uncomfortably, yet none of them could tear their eyes away from her.

Lilith had that effect on people—drawing them in, teasing out their desires, even when they didn't want to admit them.

Before Elise could stammer out a response, the door creaked open, and the three busty maids that Lilith had known earlier rushed into the room. Their faces lit up with excitement the moment they saw her, their laughter bubbling up as they hurried to her side.

"My Lady!" one of them exclaimed, her large breasts bouncing as she ran to embrace Lilith. "We've missed you!"

Lilith laughed, wrapping her arms around the maid with a fond squeeze. "Ah, my favorites," she purred with affection. "What have you all been up to?"

The other two maids quickly crowded around her, their eyes shining with delight. "We've been working, of course!" one of them said with a wink. "But the palace isn't as fun without you."

Lilith smirked, giving her a playful swat on the rear. "Well, I'm here now, darlings. And I do intend to make things more... interesting."

The three maids giggled, their eyes filled with a mixture of admiration and lust. Lilith reveled in their attention, but her mind was still focused on her greater mission.

She needed information, and she knew just how to get it.

"Tell me," Lilith said, her tone shifting to something more conspiratorial. "I've been hearing rumors about the king. Pretty lazy for him to leave it all to his wife to run the kingdom, uhn? Is he sick or something? I mean, I'm just guessing but surely, you girls must know something. After all, you see things the rest of us don't."

The maids exchanged uneasy glances, their playful expressions faltering for a moment.

One of them, the boldest of the three, the one with the largest breast of them, cleared her throat. "We... don't know much, my lady," she said hesitantly. "The king has always been like that since we knew him. Only the queen and a few trusted advisors would know what's going on."

Lilith raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Interesting. And who would be the most trusted among the staff? The oldest, perhaps? Someone who's been here long enough to know the ins and outs of this place?"

The bold maid bit her lip, as if considering if not she should speak. After a moment, she nodded. "There's someone... Old Gerda. She's been working here since before the queen came to power. If anyone knows anything, it's her."

Lilith's smile widened, satisfaction curling in her chest. "Where can I find this Gerda?"

"She usually tends to the royal gardens in the afternoons," another maid chimed in. "She's quiet, though. Doesn't talk much."

Lilith waved her hand dismissively. "Don't worry, darling. I'm very good at getting people to talk."

The maids giggled again, their earlier tension fading as Lilith's charm worked its magic. She knew exactly how to play her cards, and soon, she'd have all the information she needed about the mysterious king and his absence.

But for now, she had other matters to attend to.

Lilith leaned down, her fingers brushing lightly under Elise's chin, lifting her gaze. "And as for you, Elise... don't be so shy, hmm? There's no need to be nervous around me."

Elise's blush deepened, but she didn't pull away. Instead, she smiled shyly, her breath hitching as Lilith's fingers lingered for a moment longer.

"I... I'll try, my lady," Elise whispered.

Lilith smirked, straightening up and turning back to the three busty maids. "Now, how about we have a little fun before I head to the gardens? I think we've all earned it, don't you? How about a dance? I learnt one in a temple I came across in my travels. They call it… the twerk."

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