It was just another ordinary day; you went out to buy some apples, planning to make a pie for your father when he got home from work. The village was lively as always, bards singing, people selling their goods in the square. It was comforting how nothing changed in this place.

Your attention was soon drawn to a group of children gathering around a smiling man, all of them looking happy as they sat, watching him skillfully maneuver the puppets on his fingers while telling a story about a monster and a priest.

“The monster attacked the village and terrified all the inhabitants living there, but then...! A young and brave priest drove him away, and so everyone lived happily ever after!” said Virgil, making all the children clap and laugh happily, begging him to tell another story. While pretending to ponder whether to tell another story, the young man's eyes landed on yours, and a warm smile appeared on his lips, making your heart flutter.

“Look, look, a beautiful lady! Would you like to watch one of my shows? It’s always a pleasure to have a maiden like you around,” said the red-haired man, waving at you, his eyes sparkling with mischief.