The night was oddly quiet. However, once day broke, all sorts of noises filled the village. From the voices of people to the clattering of metal, to bells, and fabric, and music, and sizzling oils in plans, it all rose louder and louder until Shail couldn't sleep at all. He startled up, rushing to look out the window and onto the busy street. So many people. If he thought the streets looked crowded yesterday, this was nothing in comparison. After throwing on some clean clothes, he rushed across the hall to bang on Gemini's door. "Gem! Everything is already starting! Wake up or we'll miss it!"