[Well. The audience does get quiet again, which probably isn't a reassuring thing. They're listening, they're listening, trying not to whisper too loudly, not when they want to hear the performance. Are the stars in the seats getting closer? Have the statues moved? Are there more of them? It's hard to tell.

Loop just looks frustrated. They bark out a laugh, channelling it all into bitter cheer instead.]

Tough luck! You're up here anyway!

What, is this material not good enough for you? Better start lowering those standards fast, princess, or we'll be standing here all day! Can't you see they're getting impatient?

[They are getting impatient. The room feels like it's shaking.]