I didn't realize how many choices there were while I was waiting. What should I go with... Whipped cream's always great, so maybe that with the chocolate sauce? Oh, but it's tough to say no to the compote...
Jack, it's about time for you to do your Steering Committee work, isn't it? I'll take over here. Oh, but could you give Idia a hand before you head off?
Thanks! We're almost out of batter and there's more ready to go, so he needs you to move it. The container gets really heavy with all that batter, so your big strong muscles are just what we need. Appreciate it!
Thanks for your patience! Now, if you're not sure about toppings, you can't really go wrong with just getting all the ones that catch your eye. Whipped cream, chocolate, and pear compote will make a delish and totally 'cammable combo! They all go great together, but also the compote by itself has a super refreshing taste—which my other colleague mentioned earlier!
That customer was like a different person just now. They were all chatty and smiling. With me they looked about ready to pee their pants... Do I have a bad attitude with customers?
Time to get to HQ. ...You know, part of my Steering Committee work is assisting visitors and helping lost kids find their families. Idia's basically afraid of everyone, so I really shouldn't let that bother me... But looking back on how that customer reacted, there's pretty much no question that I scared 'em. Am I seriously going to have to become friendlier and more sociable like Cater and Epel? *sigh* Really wish I'd gotten a crash course in customer service while I was working part-time at the restaurant.
Hey, Boss. Or I guess now you're the project leader, huh? Anyways, looks like the festival's getting pretty crowded.
Manager
Sure is. Apparently some of the kids from your school and other attendees who came in the morning posted on Magicam about the festival. People saw photos of all the food stands set up and the rest of Port Fest and they're now showin' up to have a good time. I think pretty much everyone living on Sage's Island is here. It's quite a spectacle, I'll tell ya that!
Ah, yeah. On my way here I picked up a goat stuffie and a rudder keychain... Oh, and this ridiculously perfumed, flimsy wallet.
Manager
Thanks. Haven't had anyone looking for these, I don't think. We'll hang on to them at HQ until their owners show up. By the way, how's your food doing? You guys makin' yourselves a little spending money?
Don't laugh! I need to do something about this before Port Fest is over and it's too late! When I worked at your restaurant, I'd help with the heavy lifting and in the kitchen and stuff. I regret that I never got the chance to serve customers in the dining room, though.
Manager
I get what you're saying; it's good to get a wide variety of experiences. But I don't think you need to force yourself to be friendlier.
Sounds like there's some kinda fuss over by the stage. I'm gonna go check it out!
footsteps*
Manager
On the days Jack worked, we never had to worry about customers shoutin' or gettin' into fights. It was a real load off my mind. I'm sure he'll have that trouble sorted in no time flat. He's a real reassuring kid to have around.
So on top of cutting in line, he's yelling and threatening people. That punk doesn't have any manners. Hey, you! If you wanna see the show, get in the back of the line. There's no cutting here.
Man A
Pfft, no way. It's these bozos' fault for letting it happen.
I was just doing my job... Man, I can already see the boss's big ol' smirk back at HQ. Er, well, there could be trouble brewing elsewhere. Gotta go make my rounds.
I walked around the whole stage area, and no one else was causing trouble. Just gotta do a sweep of the food stands and then I'll be done. Hopefully this'll be an uneventful patrol...
I'm with the Port Fest Steering Committee! Did someone say their wallet was stolen?!
Man B
Yes, and I caught the thief myself! I was gonna hand him over to the festival office, but it turns out the culprit's WITH the Steering Committee. Seriously bad business.
I'm running all over the place trying to work a food stand and do my Steering Committee stuff! That's all! It was just an accident that I bumped into this dude! And plus, who'd wanna steal from a guy who looks so obviously broke...
Hmph. You're with the Steering Committee too, aren't you? Like I can trust what you say. And that yawning guy's from your school too? I bet the three of you are in cahoots.
...All right. (There's no proof Ruggie did it, but I also can't prove he DIDN'T do it.) (If we don't clear his name fast, we're not gonna make it in time for the concert. I need to figure something out...)
! There are all sorts of smells around here from the food stands, so I didn't notice it until now... *sniff sniff* The scent on your jacket... I recognize it! I know where your wallet is. Come with me!
footsteps*
Craneport - Wharf
Man B
Oh, my wallet! You brought it to the lost and found even before that kid bumped into me!
Talk about a pain. Ih, how sharper than a snake's tooth it is to one one's integrity doubted! My very heart is wounded! To make it up to me, you can come to our food stand and buy some waffles!
sigh* That guy's been nothing but trouble for me today. Once Port Fest's over, I'm gonna work him to the bone. I'm outta here, too. Make sure you don't mess the show up.
Yeah, I think I understand what you meant now when you said I didn't have to force myself to be friendly. Whether I'm on the stage or anywhere else, there's no reason for me not to make use of the talents I've already got. I'm gonna bring this same energy when it's time for the show. Our performance is gonna blow everyone out of the water!
