Time's passing is so different for immortal creatures. Indeed, if not for the colorful winter celebrations of human, Gaja would hardly know another year has passed. But the lights in the west when the cold begins settle in is a sure sign of it. It was hot when he last so Nam, the height of summer... but was it this year's summer or some summer before? Well, if Gaja couldn't even remember, it's definitely time for a visit! He can only imagine how busy Nam must be at this time of year with humans coming to wish for good fortune.

It's dark by the time he reaches Nam's river. Dark save for the glow of a fire and the shimmer of it dancing off the jewels hanging from the dragon's neck. Even at so great a distance, Gaja recognizes the necklace he gifted to his old friend. There's more than just that glinting in the firelight. But Gaja will have to wait until he's closer to discern the details.

Once he lands, he takes human shape and draws nearer to Nam and his small fire. How breathtaking the dragon looks with his dramatic makeup and dark clothes. If Gaja gasps, he'll never admit it was Nam that left him breathless!

"Are you still accepting visitors?"