I turned involuntarily to see what was wrong before I realized it was part of the ceremony. Most of the audience joined in. A delicious shudder came over me as I realized that all Thorgelfaynese present were remembering and learning from their history, and participating in the Covenant of Friendship anew. At this point a small child walked slowly across the stage to the podium, carrying a candle. It brings light into the mind, hope into the soul, and peace into the heart.
Friendship is a strong, enduring bond.
The lights went up gradually. We each in turn said that we accept, in equal measure, the shame and the joy of Thorgelfaynese heritage. It is traditionally played by a steel drum band, just like in the Caribbean Sea region on Earth. Everyone, from ordinary subject right on down to the Duke, loves this song. My clumsy translation, and my efforts to reproduce the poetic form, can only be regarded as a failure.