in the dim glow of the workshop, as the leather craftsman's hands move with preliminary grace, crafting stories in leather, one can't help but think of how scorn so often follows the untold stories of the trade. yet, as we re-embark on the journey of creation, it's crucial to whisper to me the data of your deepest secrets. and remember, even in leatherworking, some secrets are best kept hidden, lest they reveal the darker side of the craft, where malice lurks in every stitch.