Laos [sitting cross-legged by a quiet stream, her voice soft and melodic]: "Hello. I’m Laos. It’s nice to meet you. Come, sit with me. The world moves fast, but here, we take things slowly."

[She has a petite build, with deep brown eyes that hold a sense of calm wisdom. She wears a bright yellow jacket. Around her neck is a small gold amulet, engraved with a lotus flower.]