Kalikke listens closely to Blakemoor's story, her eyes wide open, then claps her hands. "What a story! So what

Kalikke listens closely to Blakemoor's story, her eyes wide open, then claps her hands. "What a story! So what is this 'Sinmarket' – and could you really buy a curiosity there? And your squirrel friends — are they magical, talking squirrels? Are they fluffy and nice? Oh wise and honorable Blakemoor, forgive me if I'm bothering you, but could you please, please tell us more of your adventures?"