One noticeable absence was the perfume Theo usually insisted on for masking Damien's scent. Today, he went without it, making him feel oddly more like himself.
To avoid drawing attention to himself, Damien opted not to wear the perfume that might give him away as an overly refined servant. However, Sebas had insisted that a perfumed servant would simply be seen as a groomed and presentable employee, blending in better with the elite setting.
Elyon, on the other hand, had swapped his usual flowing garments for a hooded outfit, the kind often associated with wizards in fantasy stories. The robe hid his distinctive ears and golden hair. By slightly lowering his gaze, Elyon's stunningly beautiful face was also obscured, making the disguise surprisingly effective. While Damien thought the ensemble looked suspicious, Sebas didn't raise any objections, so it was deemed adequate.
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