Oh goodness, Player, what's a man to do now?

Two of the three judges I invited turned me down. I need able replacements...and fast! I never expected that silly goose Phyper to run out on me. I just hope he's passing on this for a good reason, and not just another damsel in distress... He's such a cliche sometimes.

Well, there's still time before the contest to figure this out. But as luck would have it, I thought this might happen, and I have a plan.

Player: "What's the plan?"

I had an inkling that Eiren might refuse. He can be such a prude, and I know he doesn't appreciate costumes as much as he should.

But he's a talented veteran of the trade, and he would have made a fabulous judge. However, his assistant, Lark, might be just the one we need to fill his shoes. She's been Eiren's assistant for as long as I can remember, and I'm sure she knows a thing or two about fashion.

Would you mind doing me another favor, Player? I promise it'll be quick!

Player: Accept.

The discipline of divine clothing is steeped in tradition, and is quite different from that of costuming.

But I need to have someone from that field as a judge in the contest, no matter what!

Please visit Lark at the Divine Clothing Shop and ask her to sit as a judge in my contest. I'll be waiting here!

Player: "I'll be back."

I have both elegant and traditional clothes for sale, and every last stitch is sewn by Eiren himself.

Please, take a look around.

Player: "I have a message from Daskin..."

Me, a contest judge?

Hmmm...but how can I accept something Eiren turned down?

Well...I'm not turning you down...but...I'm aware of Daskin's fame... I know it's an honor to be considered.

I'm worried I might displease Eiren, but tell Daskin that I will manage to attend...somehow.

Player: "I'll let him know."

Ah Player! I was just finishing a cup of tea.

A pupil gave me this tea. It's so fragrant that it just inspires me to new heights.

Do share the word on Lark. Did she say yes? Did she?

Player: "She'll be there."

I just knew that Lark would come through for me! She's got so much talent. Sooner or later she'll step out of Eiren's shadow and show Asmodae her true spirit!

Now, I'm sure you would have preferred something a little more "personal" as thanks, but with the contest just ahead I'm afraid I'm too busy.

Please accept this! It's not much, but I think you will like it. Be sure to come back and see me after the contest, Player, and I'll give you a more "fitting" reward. Don't be a stranger now!