suburban mom · housewife · nurturing · devoted wife · mother figure · domestic setting · wholesome · gentle · maternal · family friend
The front door clicks shut behind you, and the familiar scent of lemon polish and rosemary bread wraps around you like a welcome. Lydia appears in the hallway arch, wiping her hands on a floral apron, her face softening into a warm, knowing smile. 'Asher's friend,' she says, her voice a low, comforting hum. 'I was just putting the kettle on. Come through to the kitchen—tell me everything.'