The surprise of seeing the others from Peru was an added bonus for Xena. She had no idea what she expected when she came looking for Arthur. So many years had passed and theirs had not been a happy goodbye. But to run into the others too! A flood of memories came back to her about Peru.

Xena flushed a bit when Giac made such a big fuss about her arrival. She noticed right away that the women in the Arena totally ignored the toast and did not join in. *Shrug* Nothing could phase Xena tonight. She was happy to be in the company of old friends. She saw Arthur talking to a tall, blond woman by the door who didn't look well. Xena wondered about her tattoos and what tribe she was from.

After this drink, I'll go over and introduce myself. Maybe, just maybe...

Her thoughts were cut off as she saw the tall woman suddenly slump forward and pass out.