"You are very lucky to have a mother that cares so much." I tell him quietly. And maybe a little sadly.

She loves and cares for him, no matter how he looks, or what he wears, or what he chooses to be.

Sometimes I wonder if my own mother would have... best not to think about that.

"Here," I move to Tatsumi-san's side, and reach to grab the plates for her, even though I have to tiptoe. "Let me help you set the table."