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The emperor enjoyed the company of pretty women in his court. All the court ladies around him were talented and charming. There was a rather old lady called Naishi. She was wellborn and cultivated, but at the same time very indiscriminate towards love. When Genji had made a joke about her, she became serious.
One day when she had finished dressing the emperor's hair she found herself alone with Genji. He tugged on her apron. She gave him a sidelong glance that was hidden behind a gaudy fan.
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