Chapter 13

I had ordered Lydia to request and seek out a portrait painter, I wanted only the best of the best and I had given her this task while I was sick and in bed. To-day she came with the good news that the painter was waiting for me. I eagerly got dressed in a beautiful white gown that exposed most of my skin and contrasted with my dark skin.

I entered the massive room and looked at the short round man who immediately rushed to his feet and bowed before me, "Lady Aphrodite, it is an honour that you have chosen me to be the one who captures your beauty," he let out in a hurry and I simply waved my hand.

"Oh, tis no big matter. I hope you shall not make me regret my decision," I responded even though Lydia had been the one who had to pick through persons to find the best and most suitable painter.

"Not at all," he shook his head and I worried for his neck but I casually glided over to the expensive sofa that I had made f