"Eight and... four more? Unless you aren't counting your partners. Either way, that's a substantial group. I'm glad you had that. Though..."

Gazimon groaned. "Here we go."

"Oh, shut it. I confess I've always loved a good story. Tales of high adventure and derring-do, the like- mayhap we could exchange tales some time?" Taiki beamed. "Even if such a journey would've had its moments of stress, I'm sure there's plenty joy and excitement to go around!"