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scattered along the street. All of the shops had set up special outside booths, which gave the appearance of a fair. They had set up a large dance floor and stage where a small orchestra would be playing that evening. Chloe had actually put in a lot of time helping set up for the festival. Seeing as how her dad was Mayor, it pretty much went how she wanted.
    There were more people in town than usual. Family members came to watch their loved ones who would be in the ceremony, as well as random travelers that came to watch and partake in the festival. Davin and Chloe made their way through the busy streets.
    " What did you need me for again?" Davin asked, not realizing what he was in for.
    Chloe only grinned as she continued to walk along. She lead him through the town, weaving in and out of people walking up and down the streets. It wasn't until they came to one of the small shops that Chloe finally stopped.
    " I don't know which one to get." She had a very indecisive tone in her voice. "There are two that I really like and I just can't decide which one to get."
    Davin looked at Chloe. Then he looked at the shop she was about to enter. He rolled his eyes and sighed. "Really. You couldn't come up with anyone better to help you with this?"
    " You promised Davin." She darted off and into the dress shop before he could say anything else. Davin just shook his head and followed her in. He walked through the door and a small bell gave a ring as the door opened and closed. Chloe had disappeared somewhere into the shop. Davin was walking through, past racks of dresses heading towards the back when Chloe popped out from behind a corner.
    " OK Davin, here is the first one." Chloe had put on a very elegant looking dress. It was a soft purple with some frill and lace around the top.
    Davin wasn't really sure what he was supposed to say. "Sure that one looks good." He blurted out.
    Chloe looked slightly irritated at Davin's seemingly lack of interest. "Come on now. Seriously Davin. What do you think.?"
    Davin hesitated for a few seconds. "It's very purple...I mean pretty. It's very pretty."
    Chloe smiled, seeing that Davin was at least now trying. "Ready for the next one."
    " Absolutely!"
    As Chloe turned to head back again, Davin began to roll his eyes in a playful manner. It only took a few minutes for Chloe to slip into the next dress. She came around the corner again and this time had Davin's full attention. The second dress she had picked out was a brilliant red dress. It was a simple pattern like many summer dresses. No frills, just a brilliantly red dress. It really did suit her personality and it made her eyes stand out even more than they had before. Her newly glowing green eyes stood out brightly in contrast with the dress.
    " I like that one." Davin spit out before he had even realized he said it.
    Chloe giggled. Davin felt his face grow warm as the blood rushed to his face. Chloe only giggled harder as Davin's face became bright red. "I like this one too." Chloe said with a final smile as she turned and headed off again.
    Davin waited patiently at the front of the store while Chloe finished up. A few moments later she popped back out from around the corner carrying a couple of small boxes and a bag. She promptly handed them to Davin and headed out the door. He again followed her, this time until they reached the front of her house at the end of town. The Mayor's house was very large and had a display of windows along it's front side. There was a cobblestone courtyard in front surrounded by a small picket fence. As they walked up to the gate they were immediately greeted by Edna. Edna was in charge of all matters concerning the running order of the Mayor's house. She was a very sweet and cheerful woman, but had a mean streak when needed or provoked. She was a short and rather plump woman, with a beautiful smile, deep brown eyes and short curly brown hair.
    She greeted Chloe with a kiss on the cheek and turned and patted Davin on