Summary

Later, Josquin helps Tess secure a speech at the Academy as he has been a part of many lectures due to his injury and technology used to help him. They write a petition for the Grand High Master Pasfloria with proof and earns a slot for a speech. One night, Tess learns of Josquin’s relationships and ways to avoid having a child that she never heard of. Tess feels guilty when she realizes she wants to sleep with him. Then, she remembers Philomela and Dulsia and pleases herself, wondering why her mother never told her it felt so good.

Two weeks before New Years, Tess goes to Ninysh Academy for her speech. She omits more personal experiences, but acts like she is telling them one of Dozerius’ stories. Afterwards, the audience erupts in applause when she tells them of the...