The grandstand was swarming with onlookers. Mothers, fathers, children, customers, and many others chatted together as they waited for the show to start.

"Queens, toms, and kittens," a loud voice boomed over the loud speaker, "we are ready to begin, so please be seated. Welcome! Welcome to our annual Festival of Return: Showcase of Artistry, a pageant displaying the talents of employees and vendors throughout the city. I am your host, Star.

"For those of you that have never attended the show, let me give you a quick rundown; workers from restaurants, taverns, shops and other vendors around the city compete in this battle of the best. Employees will give a group presentation representing their assorted outlets and showing you all they've got.

"The order of performances will be in alphabetical order, starting with "Brandy's Place". These girls will be performing a feather dance. Parents, please be warned, this dance is a little...exotic."

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