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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Graybeard" data-source="post: 6170678" data-attributes="member: 21705">Artemis is not used to doing so much physical work. After all, that's why his parents hired servants. Still, if the others could do it, he figured so could he. Besides, he didn't want to disappoint his father again. During the next 6 weeks, he worked hard and fell fast asleep each night from exhaustion. On the 7th day, he slept in before heading out into the city. He enjoyed meeting the people and getting to know a little about their lives. As for his chores, he found he really liked working in the kitchens and gardens. The armory was okay but not really in his interests. Sure, he knew what some of the different weapons were, thanks to his father, and even knew how to use a few, but they really held little interest to him. Helping the household staff was interesting. Sweeping, mopping, dusting, and all that got tiresome quickly but the staff were quite interesting. They heard much of the court gossip and saw many things which they needed to keep secret. It was not unusual for a maid to walk in on a member of the royal family in a compromising position. The stables were nasty. Artemis could ride a horse if needed but he had no interest in their grooming, feeding, or cleaning. He understood the need for all of it, of course, but if given the choice, would avoid the stables completely.The Chamberlain's office was interesting and enlightening. The office was responsible for overseeing the entire household. They made sure that tasks were assigned, appointments made, dinners and special events scheduled, and oversaw the finances. After the six long, grueling weeks, Artemis decided if given a choice of positions within the household, he would prefer the kitchens or gardens. During the six weeks, he was surprised to be invited by Yevas to dinner with his family. Artemis gratefully accepts and is thankful for the excellent meal.</blockquote>

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