An hour gave him ample time to get ready.
"Don't let that bath get cold," he said.

"And look here.

You may take those links out.

I'll wear the pearls instead." The small, eel-like Japanese murmured sibilantly and disappeared into the bathroom.
This virginal girl, who imagined herself able to play with fire without burning her fingers, was providing him with most welcome amusement.

And he needed it.