“At some point, I will instruct you in the art of poison," Hecate said. "It's a useful skill for any lady to possess."

Persephone gave Hecate an uncertain look. "I don't think poisoning is a useful skill, Hecate."

"It is when you must kill discreetly."

"And when do you need to kill discreetly?"

She shrugged. "There are all sorts of instances - abusers of women and children, sex traffickers, rapists... the list goes on.”