[He returns with two mugs of rich cocoa - he's learned a trick or two to make it better. He does his own up with cinnamon, marshmallows, and whipped cream, and also brings a few of the numerous plates of cookies into easy reach.] Feeling better? That was quite a welcome.

[He has to admit, he hadn't been expecting anyone to arrive. Not many people do, and no one new has showed up since.... October, it feels like. The lake had been much warmer then. Minato takes a seat next to Ryoji, fully intending to provide more warmth.]

So...explaining, huh. Where should I start?