"There's a few people among us who arrived with a contract who don't work as oiran. I definitely can see why you'd be a little concerned, though. I get that if you're really set on only ever doing that with that one special person? You won't want to, and the idea of being paid would feel wrong." A quick, firm nod. "And like I said, we've got staff. Let us know if anyone gives you trouble. That's what we're here for."

"Don't worry about it. And... uh, so you know? This isn't too far off topic. People sometimes chat during these. Usually lighter stuff, but it's a social gathering for some people, a chance to know not only the tea? But the person themselves." She started the brazier up and motioned for the girl to watch as she started to brew with the powder and wisk. "Really, this whole ceremony is about a sort of shared experience. I'm awful when it comes to meditation? But it's supposed to be related in a way. Living in the moment. Let the outside world just kind of filter away. It's what the entertainers do here. All sorts. They take people away from their cares."