Problem: Some quite impressive craftsmanship can be seen on a few of the structures . After two hours walking around the palace grounds I was lucky enough to see a traditional Indonesian puppet and music show . The show is only performed a couple of times a week , so I was in the right place at the right time . Did n't understand any of it , but it was interesting to watch and listen to the performance in a beautiful setting . After leaving the palace I moved onto the famous bird market , only a short walk away to the west within the ancient walled city of Kraton .

Where is the narrator visiting ?

A: They are visiting southeast Asia .

Problem: I do a lot of gigs like this . Because there 's nobody else to compare myself to , I never really know how I measure up . What is my contribution as a consultant or guest artist worth ?

What might I be doing when I do a gig ?

A: Being paid to perform music in front of an audience .

Problem: Nothing could be changed anymore , was what the Ellimist was telling me . Things were set . This was the way it was . Picking myself up off the ground was a slow and painful process , but he waited patiently while I moved . " Okay , " I said , drawing the word out .

What may happen to me before I find myself on the floor ?

A:
I learned very bad news .