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2.) Run away. Hide under a table. Make friends to who will keep an eye on you.

And if you find yourself lacking in friends of the meat-shield nature, you can always hire a guard. I'm sure there are capable mercenaries out there willing to serve as escort to a defenseless scholar, either as steady employment or a different one feast to feast.

Thank you all for the advice. I feel a lot better about the Sept. event.

It will unfold when you get there, believe me But I agree with Baoyu-san...Die Loudly. Or if you're alone (advice: DON'T GO ANYWHERE ALONE) and you get attacked, scream very very loudly 

Ps~ I heart you Auburn Btw..when you pack..try to pack lightly. A few other people are riding with me i guess.))