บท 103: The Blessing Feast (1 of 3)

The preparations went on into the night, setting up tables near the sansu trees and digging latrines in more secluded spots. The latrines were set up as temporary outhouses, walled with debris that was left over from the renovation of the warehouse. 

Lon had, after the tables were sorted out, started them on weaving temporary platters from long leaves and reed strips. He demonstrated, to Defi's fascination, finishing a single platter in less than thirty seconds.

Defi took the sample to study, turning it around in his hands. Amazing. The woven platter was sturdier than it looked.

The canvas sheet canopy tents went up over the tables and the cooking area near midnight when a soft rain started drizzling down. 

The stream diverted from the river, running through the refurbished warehouse and the new bath-house, came in handy when cleaning up.