Master Of None

The rest of the merchants tried to attract the group as they walked through toward the cathedral in the high tier. Festivals were one of the few days the cathedral was easily accessed by all the people and most of those who came in to the city to be healed. The music and nuns were a huge attraction since they were said to be the best magical healers for miles. Those who traveled from villages nearly always preached the good faith. 

"The wooden maze is always built in front of it as a symbol of searching through everything to find your system. Remember, not all of you have your systems yet so try and get through the maze and pray to the world really fast. Maybe you will unlock yours today." Remey was reciting a very common tradition to her siblings. 

"I used to do that every year. I would probably do it this year if I hadn't gotten my system. Even if the timer was up." Walker laughed a little and the kids tried to tease him that it wouldn't work, However, they had heard that those without systems were getting quests to achieve them so they silenced themselves pretty fast. 

"We can also see if you can use your calming waves to help with the healing songs. They split the musicians up for the festival so there is always a small group performing." Su had more knowledge than anyone else about the cathedrals harvest festival itinerary so Walker just nodded along. 

"It looks bogger this year!" Gil was the first to speak as they came in to the large open square that was the cathedral courtyard. The decorated wooden walls that made a child high maze was not overly complicated but it was enough to attract anyone's attention. 

"Midnight, can you go with my brother and sisters? You are the perfect size to race through with them and make sure they all get out." Remey whispered to Onyx and Midnight who gladly took the job. As the other orphans ran for the entrance with Midnight and Onyx on their tails, Remey found herself a little more tired than expected. "I feel like I could sleep already." Remy yawned while stretching. 

"You have been watching them like a hawk since you were at the main square. I would imagine you are tired." it was too clear for Walker to see. "We should walk to the exit. The cathedral will be a good place to rest and prepare for the rest of the day. I know you already said that you wouldn't be going to the king's party so you will need the rest." 

"If Remey could bring her siblings I'm sure she would come to the king's party too. But to be honest, I expect it is not that kind of event." if Gil had it his way the king's party would just be in the square or the fields. It was easier to get everyone there in his mind. But that was the fact that he had grown up in the fields talking. He just liked the open space. 

"If you really wish to go I don't mind staying with them. But if not then I will go instead." Su was alright with watching Remey's siblings but was met with Remey shaking her head. 

"I signed up for bonding with them and making sure they all get to go to the festival and do whatever they want for the day. So that is just what I will do. Even if I need to grab a few potions to push me through it. " The potions were more of a joke but Walker was pretty close to pulling them out and handing them to her. 

"Come on over and take a shot! Pick the stick with the gold dye and you win a prize! Come and take your shot. Gove lady luck the reigns!" The vendor shouting was pointing to a massive table full of cups. They each had little sticks standing in them. 

"What's this all about?" the curiosity was too much to keep Gil from stopping and asking. He just had to know. 

"This good sir is the game of luck. Take a chance. The attempt is a single gold but if you manage to find the stick with gold paint on it then you are rewarded with a grand prize!" The woman working the game was full of smiles and wore an elegant green and orange dress to attract more people to try their luck. 

"You know, why not?" Gil tossed four gold to the woman who motioned for the group to take their chances. It was a good time killer while the children went through the maze. 

Gil pulled a wooden stick from the center only to show that there was no paint at all. "Well, I tried." Gil just shrugged and handed the stick over. 

Su moved to check hers and pulled the stick from the top right, "No winner here." She thought it was fun and didn't expect to win either. 

"Let's feel this out...hmmmm" Remey looked like she was trying to let the luck guide her and grabbed the one she felt was right. 

"Oh, not the grand prize but you won the low prize with the red mark. Here is your pumpkin shaped candy." The woman handed a large hard candy lollipop. Remey looked fairly happy to have won something and unwrapped it instantly. 

"My turn. Let's see what I can feel out." Walker began to close his eyes and reached down toward the cups. With his eyes closed, he couldn't pick just any so it was completely up to just how lucky he was. As his fingertips touched one of the wooden sticks he felt a slight tingle and picked it up. His eyes slowly opened to reveal the surprised expression of the woman in charge of the game and a gold painted stick. 

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