Day 4: Shoptalk and Skypirates

Hello.

I am happy to see you again. As you can see, I am taking a break in my room. It is noontide and I had just returned from the bakery. I was so hungry, and the scent of freshly baked bread had lured my senses to that place. Even a Viera must replenish her strength! Have you seen the bakery? It is beside the Sandsea. The Sandsea I had heard is a place where one can relax and drink to one's content. But I am not a drinker like the Humes, Bangaas, and Seeqs. In my village, we have been taught to always eat pure and simple, and not to poison our delicate bodies. Though I may no longer dwell in the Wood, I must keep my body healthy. Ah, pay no mind to my strict habits. I am a Viera after all!

I had just finished a small loaf of sweet bread. I am so full! Should you visit the bakery one day to try the sweet bread, do not forget to try it with caramel!

Migelo had suggested that when he has earned enough revenue, he would assist me in finding a new home. True, he was kind enough to lend me the sleeping quarters above his shop, but do not think he is expelling me! He had told me that he wishes to see me happy in a home of my own, one much better than these small quarters. Is he not wonderful? I am grateful to know that he cares for my well-being here in Rabanastre. But the size of this room does not trouble me at all. Do you think it is small? It is almost the size of the shop itself. In my room I have a desk for reading and writing, and a bookshelf with many grimoires and tomes from all over Ivalice. My bed is the most comfortable I have slept in since I left the Wood, and the large windows offers an avion's view of the city streets. Nevertheless, it is a beautiful home, and I thank Migelo for his kindness.

When I awake in the morning, sometimes I am blessed with the beautiful sight of the airships that travel to the Royal Palace. Have you ever flown on an airship? I too wish to experience it. I had dreamt once of soaring towards the unexplored lands of Purvama. I had heard that much remains untouched in these floating lands. Ah, the yearnings in my heart seem to lead me astray again. Do not be surprised to find me in Bhujerba tomorrow! In my village, none of the Viera has seen an airship. Yes, it is true. I had heard that many airships cannot fly to the Kerwon continent. I do not know why that is. Do you know why?

Lady Ashe's banquet will begin in two days. I am excited. Today, a long caravan from Jahara had delivered goods to Migelo. Have you been to Jahara? I have not, but I had heard that it is hot and sandy. There is also a strange animal that had arrived along with the chocobos. It is the size of a chocobo, but it is a slow creature with long green hair. They call it a Nanna. The Garif use its milk to make Nanna-cheese. Perhaps one day I will try Nanna-cheese. They must sell it at the bakery! Do you think Nanna-cheese will taste good with caramel?

When the Garif were carrying goods into the shop, one of the Moogles had tried to pounce on a Garif and remove his mask. I had heard that the Garif are peace-loving, yet fierce in battle using the most deadly magicks. I had not wished my Moogle friend to be hurt by a blast of Thundaga, so I had pulled her away. My heart had never beaten so fast with fear before. Moogles can be so much trouble!

Many patrons during the banquet will be pleased to discover our special item on sale. Would you like to know what it is? I will give you a clue: I am speaking through one. You are right, it is memstone. A merchant had visited us to sell a bounty of memstone from the Lhusu Mines in Bhujerba. Memstone remains expensive because it is difficult to mine and refine into use. Migelo is still deciding how much Gil to sell it for. When he finally decides, he will display it to our patrons on the day of the banquet. Migelo had suggested that I demonstrate its use to our patrons on that same day. I am excited to present this rare novelty. Do you think people would be interested? Perhaps you should visit me on that day. I have much to show you.

Do you want to know something strange? Kytes had asked me if I fancy skypirates. I had told him that I had no knowledge of skypirates and that they were only to be found at Balfonheim. Then I had asked him why, and it was then that Kytes promised to introduce me to one during Ashe's banquet. I could not quench my curiosity as a Viera and I had begged him to tell me who it was. He had only said that he was a friend of Lady Ashe, and yet he still would not reveal his true identity. When Kytes fixed his gaze elsewhere, I had snuck behind him to give him a weggie. Would you like to know what he said? He said "Now I'm gonna tell Balthier you want him!" Can you believe it? Who is Balthier? Kytes was not adorable today! But even should I give him another weggie, he had escaped my grasp and ran away.

Ah, one of the moogles is calling me! They must need help. I must leave. Pray, speak with me again soon.

-Ktjn