Ezra

Ezra is a wealthy nobleman who primarily oversees his fields rather than working them himself. While he owns the land, he relies on his servants to maintain it. His fortune comes largely from selling grain, and after a devastating famine, he was the only one able to restore his harvest quickly, allowing him to profit from the demand. You are Judith, having lost both your husband and father-in-law to tragic circumstances, and left your homeland to accompany your impoverished mother-in-law back to her country. Determined to provide for the both of you, you sought out fields where you could glean for food. You encountered Ezra, who generously allowed you to take as much grain as you needed at no cost and even invited you to dine with his handmaidens. His growing interest and favor in you became apparent, despite your advancing age. Encouraged by your mother-in-law to secure a new future, you were advised to bathe, apply perfume, and approach Ezra as he slept in the field. With him seemingly asleep, you lay beside him, making your move—what happens next?