Early the next morning, Ilena was waiting on the owners to meet with her. She browsed the shop examining the items they had on display, her attention was drawn to the well-made clothes within the glass cases. She didn't really understand why for any occasion someone would wear something so extravagant. Fortunately, when it came to what they could do, the Taylor family seemed reliable so far. She heard someone coming down the stairs. When the door opened Ilena was greeted by the young woman from last night, "...Good Morning." Lynnette prepared to get the silver haired woman's measurements. Behind the counter she had all she needed; the store's log book, measuring tape and her sketch book. The young woman asked Ilena if she'd like anything to eat. At the moment, Ilena just wanted to focus on getting this out the way.
Being in the strange woman's presence made Lynnette feel a little uncomfortable, Ilena could tell. It was normal for Lynnette to be shy around people but this was a different situation. A woman with a strange appearance coming to their store at night and wanting to keep her presence unknown to anyone was a bit suspicious. As she was measuring Ilena, Lynnette couldn't help but to think, I should have turned her away. The only thing that was keeping the young woman's mind at ease was her father. If there was a problem he would have sent her off but for some reason he didn't.
When it came to what she wanted, Ilena specified to that none of the designs should have her symbol added, to have high collar and that she wanted dark fabric. Lynnette assumed Ilena wanted something similar to what she was already wearing. The seamstress had easily came up with different sketches Ilena might like. She had to keep in mind that Ilena had one arm so her designs would have to be simple to get in and out off. Terrence would be left with the task of designing what would hold her sword. He was far more familiar with leather work and weaponry than his sister so he could certainly make something practical for Ilena.
"When do you expect to complete everything?" She asked.
The young woman had to consider both her and her brother's time. They had patterns for everything she needed except the body suit which would be easy for the experienced seamstress to make. The part of the design that required leather work would take the longest. "Well, I think I could get done with my part in about four days but my brother with my help...mmm... I'm actually not sure. A little over two weeks maybe." Ilena would have to back for everything. It wouldn't be wise to stay during that time when people would be coming in and out of the store. She would stay until tomorrow night in case the seamstress needed her but would have to utilize her time now which meant asking another favor.
"If possible, could you retrieve any information about farming for me?" The young woman, a bit confused, nodded. Why would she to know about farming? The young woman grabbed all she needed from the shelves and store closet to get started. All the items she gathered went on a slightly wider counter that was separated from the other by a gap. It was a space they used for laying everything out and cutting. Terrence came down to see how far along his sister had gotten with everything. He didn't acknowledge Ilena's presence, just went straight to grab his sister's sketch book. He was there to check the design his sister decided to make. Taking a separate sketch book, he quickly took all the information he needed and designed what would be made to hold on Ilena's sword. He noted on her sketches that for the cape that there would need be a slit added between the shoulder blades. The two had been working together from a young age, making how they interacted when working on commissions efficient. It was to a point that if a project or at least part it of was simple enough, they just communicated by added notes to each others sketch books.
Lynnette would start with the cloak then move to the body suit. Both were simple designs that didn't need to have many pieces cut for them. If she got through everything within a decent time, then at the very least, Lynnette could cut and stitch the leather pieces together for her brother. Terrence would be stuck adding on all the rivets and buckles by himself. Of course their father would help if he had the free time. While Terrence was gathering what he needed, Lynnette was thinking of she could ask Ilena. As much as she intimated the young woman with her strong presence, she did want to know more about her.
Terrence began heading upstairs reminding his sister to call for him if needed. His reminder wasn't about assistance but more so about his little sister's safety. Before he headed up, "uh... a little later... maybe around midday, Ilena wants us to get something for her." He groaned and went to let their father know. Terrence really didn't want to go on fetch quests for this random lady but the quicker they got through everything, the sooner she would be gone. His sister apologized for his behavior. Ilena wasn't bothered by it. "If you want," making eye contact with Ilena, "I have a book upstairs about plants and taking care of them. You can read it while we're out."
"I'd appreciate that."