Gaia felt badly about being as late as she was (which was actually just a minute after the party was supposed to start), but arrived with a gift in hand and a smile on her face. There were many colorful things she would have liked to say about Narcissus, especially after seeing Echo upset yesterday, but she would save them until Echo was ready- if that time ever came. For now, the nymph needed support, love, and an obnoxiously large present (a gift package including a few "What To Expect When" books, a massive gift card for Babies-R-Us, baby clothes for the later months that weren't found in most trendy gift baskets, and some other necessities).
The gift went on a nearby table, and she greeted the woman of honor. "Echo," she said warmly as she embraced her, "How are you? Was Lorrie helpful with planning this?"