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Memoirs of a ZADR Priestess_4

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The next day as I spoke the words that would grant me entrance to the shine, I purposefully ignored the new pile of messages, wanting to prolong the inevitable for as long as possible. I performed all my morning rituals mechanically, finally coming around to the messages, but leaving the one marked 'from Panur' for last.

I smiled as I found another note from Lutra. Guess I'd read some good news first.

"I read... somewhere in ZADR's vast scroll logs about that!" her note began, referring to my pilgrimage I'd told her about before. "What struck me as the most impressive was the fact that you stamped everything in the shrine's gallery! I kept thinking "but there's got to be some form of IZ art she must not like!" But you stamped it anyway. (I say that because I'm insanely picky about what I stamp)

Needless to say I believe that that non-discriminatory attitude definitely earned you the Tallest position - even though it's "apprentice Tallest." (details, details, I say!)
My hat's off to you!

But enough Tallest flattery.

This time there were quite a few..."


She went on to list some broken or damaged sculptures and paintings I'd given her the locations of to scout and stamp. I shook my head a little sadly as I crossed these lost treasures of my records. Luckily, we had replicas stored in the shrine's archives, and these we could bring out at a later time... when I felt less lazy about tracking them down. But all considered, the note had done it's job in getting my mind momentarily off my troubles and lifting my spirits.

Yes, there was that... I admitted grudgingly. I was guilty of my own pet peeve! But I didn't fave EVERYTHING... Just most things. THERE'S A DIFFERENCE!

I mentally shook my fist at the situation before concluding the note with a smirk. And yes, yes, details, shmetails~

Attaching another list, I sent the note on its way and opened the one saved for last. Might as well get it over with.

"Hmmm..." her answer began. I braced myself. Here it comes...

Can you suggest it to the masses, and say something like "As you know, we are on friendly terms with the Antis and quite proud of it, and to celebrate, we`ve been mentioning this idea....Would you guys like it? Remember this is supposed to be taken lightly and not to start a war, etc"

... and there it goes. Right over my head. It made a little 'bzzz' sound as it flew by. No wait, that was a fly. I swatted it absently with my staff. My Tallest was going along with it?

Also, inform that before being able to make contributions to the war effort, a jury of their peers (chosen members 3-5) will have a look at them and if majority votes that yes, it`s not cruel or done in bad taste, then it's accepted. Maybe you should mention this to the Anti leader? Perhaps suggest one of the members on the table to be from the other line to make it fair.

I'd been given the thumb's up. The green light. Pass GO and collect $200! JACKPOT BABY!

I understand, my Tallest, I replied in my humble and priestly way. "It shall be done as you say. Thank you."

BAM! I pole-vaulted the podium and hit the ground running, using one hand to keep my hat on. A speech would have to be prepared to address the congregation! A ZADR-type Geneva Convention would have to be written out! I must arrange an audience with the Antis to work out details! I had to buy a new hat!

Out of the vault I pulled out a rusty ZADR signal and hastily scribbled on it's surface "War has been declared! Who among you will fight to protect their fandom!?"

I beamed the signal at the forefront of the shrine's entrance, so that all the world may see.

Well, that takes care of the first issue. I smirked. Now, where can I get a new hat?
Who let this hyper nutjob be the priestess of a prestigious shrine? She's a fraud! A FRAUD I SAY! :shakefist:

Enjoy part 4 ^_^

Part 1: [link]
Part 2: [link]
Part 3: [link]
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KattUchiha's avatar
this was my favorite part!

oh, and I was wondering, would you like to come to Zitha? I think we need a priestess there. X3