For Kaoru only.

[sonofshiba]

I stand at the doorway to Mother's room.

I am torn between resolute and troubled. I have much... to confess to her. Weakness. And bad judgement. But I also wish greatly to share with her my joy in Genta.

And, merely to speak with her. She is a person I would like to know better, and I am interested in her welfare.

I tap lightly on the doorframe. "Mother, have you a moment?"