Let's hope our relationship will bloom as beautiful as these blossoms have.
Special Events
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Summer Maji Market
The atmosphere at this market feeds my creative spirit. I feel a design inspiration coming on already.
During the Day
Jel
Once evening approaches, I will be making my way over to the Maji Market.
If my timing is right, I should get there just as the sun is beginning to dip into the horizon, bathing the market with its warm glow... and painting a sight that'll inspire my next design.
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Jel
When I first heard about the Maji Market, I was delighted at the opportunity tp showcase and sell my work... but alas, that was not meant to be.
Player
You weren't invited as a vendor?
Jel
I was not... but neither was Zeki, despite being such a well-established salesman.
To be clear, it likely wasn't that we were excluded. Perhaps we simply didn't fit the vision of the market, or there simply wasn't enough resources or space for us.
Regardless of the reason, I am enjoying the festivities to the fullest. It's not every day that I have an excuse to engorge myself on so many delightful desserts.
Player
Better luck next time.
Jel
Should there be another opportunity for me to shine, I would seize it in a heartbeat. Until that moment comes, I am content enjoying the market as a spectator -- which has been a meaningful experience in itself.
Player
Sorry that happened.
Jel
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Player
You're still a great designer.
Jel
I appreciate your kind words. The market has been a wonderful chance for me to refresh my body and spirit.
All of the beautiful sights has inspired my creative genius... I fear the world is not ready for the designs I will be creating once the market is over.
Jel
When those fireworks went off, my heart just about burst from my chest!
Then a runaway chapaa crashed into me, nearly sending me toppling into the water!
Thankfully, Tish caught me before I could fall. Had she been a second later, I would have gone for a swim with the fish, possibly for eternity...
Jel
My, quite some time has passed since I last stepped foot in a market like this.
The last one I went to was a Maji Market in Bahari City with my mother and sisters.
Player
Bahari City has Maji Markets, too?
Player
I thought Maji Markets were a Kilima-only thing.
Jel
Oh, no no no...
Jel
Maji Markets happen all across Palia. They take place exclusively in the evenings, with cultural sights and activities unique to their respective regions.
They are not to be confused with the average flea market.
Player
You learn something new every day!
Jel
Indeed.
Bahari City's Maji Market is much grander in scale, as everything is there.
Player
What was Bahari City's Maji Market like?
Jel
Well, it was much grander in scale, as everything is in Bahari City.
Jel
The booths were flush with colorful clothes and authentic tapestries from all over the world, along with regional specialties to delight even the pickiest of taste palates.
Though Kilima's Maji Market pales in comparison, it is not without its own charms... One such being the Halo Halo from Delaila's Sweet Treats. I can’t seem to get enough of it!
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Jel
I imagine you’ve seen Kenyatta's chapaa onesie by now. What do you think about it?
Player
It's right on theme!
Jel
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Player
I think it's cute.
Jel
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Player
The look suits her.
Jel
It does, doesn't it? When her father first approached me with the idea, I was hesitant. However, he convinced me it was a task only I could accomplish.
He was right. The onesie came out beautifully. I don’t regret accepting his proposal one bit!
Player
She looks absolutely ridiculous.
Jel
Yes, she does, and that is precisely what makes this onesie one of my best works yet.
You should have seen her face when I first presented her with it. It was absolutely priceless!
Luna New Year Maji Market
I hope you are having a wonderful Luna New Year, (Player).
Jel
I am doing something different than usual tonight. I will be attending the Maji Market to celebrate the Luna New Year.
I hope to eat some delicious food and gain fresh new design inspirations while I am at it.
Jel
Of the plethora of holidays we celebrate here in Palia, Luna New Year is among my favorite.
As I stroll through the market, I am reminded of the Luna New Years of my childhood, which were spent with my dear mother Barinka and my siblings in Bahari City.
I imagine they are all indulging in extravagant festivities at the moment. I, however, prefer the comfortable intimacy a smaller celebration like Kilima's provides.
Jel
Kilima's first Maji Market was charming and quaint. This year's is much grander in scale and rightfully so for Luna New Year.
The wish tree is simply delightful, and so are all of the colorful lanterns. I feel a design inspiration coming on already.
Jel
I am not ashamed to admit it took me a long time to decide what I wanted to wish for this year.
I found myself at a crossroads, unable to choose between the many paths that lay ahead of me... But among those options, there was only one that truly called my name.
In the off-chance that wish were to come true this year, I would be beside myself with joy.