VIVIAN
I chuckled lightly as Esmeralda explained the situation to me. So that's why Jacob was so desperate a few moments ago. He seemed antsy as he waited for me to finish nursing Charlie, and was done with the deed far more quickly than usual. Not only that, but he wasn't satisfied until completing a second round, which he was rarely capable of.
"It's a pity, though. I was hoping to get indoor plumbing installed before the grand opening. The curiosity over the new establishment and the new invention could have combined to make the place irresistible to our targets, not to mention providing comfort for our workers."
Esmeralda shrugged.
"There's no use lamenting over what could have been. We have an opportunity now, and if we wait and miss it, the Harem Busters will strike again. Isn't that what we're working so hard to prevent?"
"When can we be ready?"