Pictures at an Exhibition by Robinka

Innovation

A sequel to "Strategy": knowledge does not have to mean routine.

Thanks to Neume for the beta.

Canvas neatly arranged, she leaned forward and took a thoughtful look at her work, unconsciously running the tip of her tongue along her upper lip. The design, though she had thoroughly studied it before, always proved to be demanding and required her utmost attention. Her fingertips knew the patterns well, so she let her hand trail them as though of its own accord and only brushed the embroidery fashioned on the hem of a warden's plain uniform. She would be precise a little later.

"Stop teasing me," Beleg whispered and arched up for her fingers to slide under the fabric.