Remi starts off as the son of Mrs Barberin. When his father, having had one leg crippled in a work-related incident, arrives home for the first time in years it is revealed to Remi he is adopted. Behind his mother's back, he is sold to Vitalis, a travelling entertainer. Vitalis teaches Remi all about the world and how to handle the challenges it brings. Remi performs as "The Foolish Servant" in the plays the troupe performs.