Chapter Three: Everday Screening

“She assaulted corporate personnel,” he said. “Turn her over to Security.” Shang Xian stepped beside the mirror. “Regrettably, my responsibility as escort has concluded.” The guards advanced. Jianyue did not immediately take a photograph. Ten frames remained, and each would steal a memory. Instead, she seized the mirror and smashed it against a lamp. Shards rained down. Shang Xian's face appeared in every piece. “By the laws of the Kin,” she said loudly, “tying that ribbon on my wrist made me your guest. A host guarantees a guest's safety until she leaves.” Every reflection of Shang Xian fell silent. “You learn quickly,” he sighed.