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It was a quarter to ten by when they reached Falderdeen. They walked past the few buildings at the edge of town, then towards the square, where the market was taking place. Adrien followed Val through the crowd, taking in his surroundings as best as he could. All sorts of goods were being sold in each stand - vegetables of the season, cured meats hanging from hooks, strong-smelling cheeses, olives and spices in labeled barrels; and then clothing, toys, books, and home supplies of all kinds. The market itself only covered the area of the square, but the selection of goods was wider than what Adrien would have expected to find in such a small village.