“They didn’t pay me,” she said. “The patrons gave me some, though. I dunno how much yet… I didn’t get a good look at it.” It was probably worth more than she’d ever seen in one place. But saying that wouldn’t help her. “I have to be honest with you, princess. I’m not here to play music. The Crystal Empire is…” She imitated Flurry Heart’s own unamused tone. “Like you said. It’s very pretty, but not much going on. But there are other reasons to visit.”