Counting the money, Madame took a drag from the Kiseru, muttering the numbers under her breath. The old woman raised her bony hand and brought it down on the table with a crash. Madam: That's too damn little! The deadline is Friday. I advise you not to delay with your debt. Or you will work off this money in my Verdigris house like a courtesan! The old woman laughed and sat down. Madam: I'm sure you wouldn't want to work.