( Abella’s brows hitch, surprised. Is it the lingering surprise of a rough, work fabric becoming popular, rather than something more refined dominating fashion? Or just that it has its own word? )

Do all trousers have different names based on the fabric?

( Quiet, pondering, before she shakes her head a little and dismisses the thought. Focus. )

All things considered, I should be less awed by denim as a fashion staple.

( She’s quietly conspiratorial as she says it. After all, they’re in another world. Priorities, Abella. )