Anxious for attention, and a little jealous too, Keiko hops up onto Saori's lap. She lets out a surprised little sound and pats the dog, who's a bit bigger than either of the baby dragons. "I know, and it's appreciated. Much better than last year."

She pauses, thoughtful. "Do you think you can make a dragon? Something full sized? My games with leaves seemed to make people pretty happy, but I think that's because the creature was so large."