Concubines
The concubine's long, loose black hair waved sinuously near her curved back, releasing a very fragrant scent. Her dark, almost black eyes lingered on Ryutaro for a few moments, not realizing why a man would wear a veil in front of his face.
Emperor Shinzo had a wife, who had gone from being a simple nobleman to the Empress of Tentochu due to their marriage. The Empress wasn't entitled to her husband's same powers, but her image instilled courage and hope in the population.
She was an auspicious symbol for merchants and warriors, artisans and farmers. Empress Kayoko was revered by many as a goddess with her unruffled expression and kind face, even though she did nothing more than wave to her subjects at public events.
After speaking closely into Shinzo's ears, the most brazen of the three concubines drew out her warm tongue and licked his earlobe, gradually descending to his neck.