She returned to her chair, "So there are a few matters we need to discuss, they are as follows: First, we should determine the order in which the matrons may submit their maidenhood to our wonderful master." She smiled at me happily, "Secondly, we need to determine how many household maidens we will accept, and for what duration. And thirdly, we should discuss if there are any household duties that you have any preference as to which matron has predominant duties."

I listened carefully. "Okay, so I'll come back and touch them in order in a second, but what is a household maiden? I know you are a household matron,...