Zodiac Life

11. Becoming Performers

The Zodiacs had gathered in the food court at lunch at Pisces request. They all sat wondering what Pisces had to announce. When she finally told them her plan, each of them stared at her with a dumbfounded expression.

Some, like Leo, Aries, Libra, and Gemini had a glint of eagerness in their eyes. Others were just the opposite, such as Scorpio, Aquarius, and Virgo, looked ready to start yelling. Finally, there were Cancer, Capricorn, and Taurus, who were staring at Pisces as if trying to figure out wether or not this was a joke.

"You want us to perform at a circus to help some guy you just met? Us!? Pisces, how on Earth did you think that was a good idea!?" Virgo said. Pisces shrunk back slightly.

"Oh, come on guys!" She said. "It's not like it's a high budget circus! We just have to put on some simple tricks, and the show isn't until tomorrow! We have plenty of time to practice."

Capricorn shook her head. "That's supposed to make us feel better?" She asked.

Pisces looked desperate. "Guys, please! I promised him I would help!" Scorpio placed his head in his hands and sighed. Finally he looked up at her. She looked back at him with wide blue eyes. Scorpio wanted to slap himself. He couldn't say no to that face. "I... I don't see why not. If the jobs really aren't that difficult, then fine," he said.

Aquarius and Virgo stared and Scorpio in shock. "Scorpio, are you serious!?" Virgo and Aquarius almost shouted in unison. Leo, Aries, and Libra all jumped up and down, shouting about what their acts should be and how excited they were to perform.

Pisces smiled and cut through the crowd, hugging Scorpio. "Aaaaaaaa! Thank you so much!" She yelled. Scorpio fought not to stutter through his words. "You're welcome," he responded, "but now, you should probably take us to this man you promised to help."

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Pisces led the Zodiacs to the edge of the carnival grounds, where the young man was still sitting. He perked up when he saw her walking over, and a smile broke out across his face at the company she had with her.

"Wow! You weren't kidding!" He said, looking over all the other Zodiacs. Pisces laughed. "Nope! I told you! So what can we do for you mr... uh..."

Her voice trailed off as she realized she had never asked the man his name. Capricorn face palmed. "You agreed to help this guy and didn't even get his name?" She said. Pisces' face flushed in embarrassment.

The man laughed. "The name is Themis," he said. "That's a very interesting name! I like it," Libra piped up. The man smiled and thanked her.

Themis led the Zodiacs into the back of the carnival. "There are some other workers back here who have already set up the tent," he said. Capricorn tilted her head. "I thought you were the only one left," she said.

Themis nodded. "I'm one of the only performers left, but I'm just a plate spinner. I'm still here cause I have no where else to go. The carnival workers are all here, but none of them have performing skills," he explained.

Finally, they came upon a large red and yellow striped big top tent. Cancer gulped. "It's much bigger than I thought," she whispered to Virgo. "Yeah," he responded in awe.

They entered the tent, where Themis introduced them a young lady who apparently was the head of the worker crew. "This is Belinda! She'll be helping you all figure out your acts, practice your performances, and design your outfits!" he said.

Belinda flashed a prize winning smile at the Zodiacs. "Nice to meet you! I'll take some of you at a time into the trailer out back to figure out your outfits, then we'll practice some acts, okay?" She stated. The Zodiacs all nodded.

"Alright then! Let's get started!"