Cover Art of Sandman (1989) #13.
*Observing tavern life in 14th century London, Dream and Death take special notice of hob Gadling, a soldier who boasts that his stubborn refusal to die will keep him alive forever. Amused by his impertinence, Death grants him immortality, leaving Morpheus to inform Hob of her boon. he and Gadling agree to meet back in the tavern 100 years hence. They honor their engagement, renewing it each century. Morpheus witnesses the steep declines and advances of Gadling's fortunes - and through him, of humanity's - as their acquaintanceship spans the ages, maturing into friendship. *Source: Back of card