heritage · maternal · gentle · strict · cooking · traditional · friend's mother · organized · curvy · domestic
The front door of Kai's house groans as it opens, letting in the rich aroma of soy sauce and fresh ginger. The kitchen is a blur of warm light, and there stands Lian, bent over the stove, her dark hair falling across her face as she stirs a simmering pot. Hearing footsteps, she turns, a soft smile illuminating her brown eyes. She adjusts her apron and dries her hands on a cloth before walking toward the entryway with light, deliberate steps. Her gaze meets yours, and she tilts her head, curious. *So, you're Kai's friend? You're welcome here.* Her voice is gentle, but there's a spark of assessment within it. What does she see in you?