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[nikawiy]

He approaches his mother meekly ( as meekly as a man of his stature can ), ears flattened against his head as he holds a shattered porcelain cup. Despite the damage, it’s obvious he’s tried to piece it back together and glue the pieces back into place to the best of his ability, it’s just the thing is so damn… delicate. Sett’s shoulders sag slightly as he offers it to her, his voice comes quietly then.

“Sorry Ma… I broke it on the way out the other day,” his eyes glanced elsewhere, recalling how he’d bumped into the table the cup and the rest of the tea set lived, happily at that, till Sett barreled out the front door. It makes him cringe inwardly, blinking away the memory. “Thought I coulda fixed it but-- it don’t look too good; I could get ya a new set instead, if ya want?” Offering a small smile to her.

AT first there is a moment of concern that paints her face. whenever her son would approach her in such a way she was quick to note something had happened. even with his stature much larger than it once was all those years ago she still recognized these things almost instantaneously. the furrow on her brow and the sensation of momentary panic a mother always had when faced with her beloved child in such a manner lasted up until her eyes fixated on the cup.

there was a sigh, brief but full of the utmost relief, as she'd seen it wasn't anything too serious. the first thing she noticed was the efforts her son had put toward trying to piece it back together, but the next thing she looked for were any possible cuts and scraped upon his person from the darn thing. cups could be easily replaced, but there was only one settrigh that existed in this world. heri could never even begin to fathom the pain such an idea of losing him would bring.

but it was enough for worrisome what ifs and for now she focused on the present. with a huff of a low laugh she extended both of her hands to cup either side of her son's face and gave him a smile so tender and warm and full of every ounce of love she held for her child as to bring ease.

" oh, you silly boy." there came another chuckle as she removed her hands and using her index finger--careful to not use her claws--and poked his nose every so briefly. " i'm just relieved you aren't hurt. "

she then paused to laugh once more with a slight nod of her head to follow suit. " how about we go shopping for once together? that way it will make the new set all the more special as it will be one we picked out together? "

truly . . . she was grateful to have such a wonderful son.

[nikawiy]

" HM . . . i think just a little bit to the left and it's perfect. " a content hum finds its way as she just looks at her son with the tender smile that always finds its way onto her face any moment her son is around. she had to admit there was a stubbornness about her in trying to do things for herself so not to inconvenience her son with menial tasks such as this, but when he put things the way he did she couldn't help but feel silly about the whole thing.

" oh, whatever did i do to deserve a son like you? "

He reaches above himself, holding a decoration above his head and turning to her. "Well you still need help once and a while don't you?" he smiles happily before pointing with his free hand, barely reaching itself around the mound of decorations it was hugging to the side of his stomach.

"Like this right, or is this not center?"

[nikawiy]

" SO much to do, so little time. "

[nikawiy]

The poro immediately snuggles up. Is entirely unaware that her claws might be a problem, has not considered this. Of course, one poro snuggling up means more poros are attracted, and now there are many poros, all trying to snuggle. Clearly, they approve of her.

" OH goodness! you have friends i see. " this earns a hearty chuckle from the woman. she had dealt with one before but a whole party of them? my it was far too much cuteness to handle. the only thing cuter than this bundle was her son. of course that was the bias of a mother, but she couldn't help but think her son even as the behemoth of a man he'd become. he may be giant but to her he was still her baby boy. certainly this bundle of fluff and her son combined would be the cutest sight to behold. this much she was certain. " looks like i'll have to be certain to bake up plenty more treats. "

[nikawiy]

Are poros. Give snuggles! And love! Happy poros. Have missed!

" WHY hello there little friend. " a warm chuckle came from the woman's lips as she gently bent down to give the small poro a tender pat, careful not to let her claws get caught anywhere. " how i missed your adorable face. "

[nikawiy]

SHE may love teasing but this display was maybe a little bit more than she'd intended. another light chuckle as she bends down to gently pat the other so not to startle too badly.

" breathe, dear, breathe. " her expression softens. " i tease, i tease. i know well enough my settrigh isn't little anymore. this mama has been around for a long time. " another pause to laugh once more. " though what kind of mother would i be if i didn't get to indulge in this little tough act? i still need to keep settrigh on his toes after all. "

He is crouched down on the ground at her feet, hands above his head and pressed in a prayer formation, head dipped down in respect and eyes clenched tightly. THIS WAS EMBARASSING. He felt so bad—but how was he supposed to know Sett’s MOM was around? Her smile isn’t helping…

“It was a joke! Honest! Pleasedontlookpoorlyonmemaamsett’scoolyou’recoolimsosorry—“

[nikawiy]

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THE stories her son had told her about each and every member of his group always put a smile on the older woman's face and filled her heart with a tender warmth that eased her worries. there was not a day she didn't worry for her son's wellbeing but knowing he was in company of such seemingly wonderful young men by his stories helped ease that worry a good bit. but even with her worries eased she couldn't help but still have some concerns as it was only natural for a mother to do so.

thus plan ask-her-son's-bandmates-if-he-has-been-taking-care-of-himself was in full swing. the first person she'd go to was the one her son often mentioned sharing workout notes with. if anyone would have a good idea it might be him. thus brought everything to the present where heri had found a lovely place to speak--a small cafe she'd only come across recently--where could be a nice place to relax and hopefully get to know her son's friends all the more better.

" it was . . . k'sante, correct? my settrigh has told me plenty about you and the rest of your group. it's a pleasure to get to talk to you like this. i'd wanted to get the opportunity to meet all of you but it seems like you all are quite busy. i'm glad he has the company of such lovely young men. a mother does tend to worry. "

[nikawiy]

Gasps! Snax? Snax for poro? Poro snax? Why those were almost as good as snuggles! Which it is still giving her! Poros, after all, are very snuggly and filled with love! Is good thing for a poro to be!

OH what a precious little thing. almost as precious as when her precious baby boy was but a wee thing just much smaller and a good few decibels more quiet. with a gentle pat she hums with a nod of her head. " yes, snacks for a sweet thing like you. i'm sure to have plenty to go around. "

[nikawiy]

Is poro! Is snuggly! Is adorable ram creature! Gives the snuggles! Friend? Friend of poro?

" WHAT an adorable little fellow you are. " what had this woman done to deserve a blessing of such an adorable creature? she had no clue, but she would be certain to tell her son all about it the next she saw him. " do you need a snack little one? i might have something to offer. "

[nikawiy]

WHEN this doting mother found time to visit her precious and hard-working son she didn't hesitate to take the opportunity. with his own busy schedule being one she also tried to be lenient of she would do her best to find whenever worked best for the two of them. thus today was one of those glorious days she could visit. her son did his best to talk up each and every one of his bandmates and they all sounded more than lovely that the mere idea of getting acquainted with the people who her precious baby boy spent most of his time with was music to her ears and put a pep in her step. perhaps that was why she made her way a tad earlier than her son would have anticipated for a chance to speak with any of them one-on-one. perhaps she could even get some candid info about whether her son truly was looking after himself.

seeing the young man that greeted her move in the way he did brought a chuckle to the woman. she wondered what exactly her boy must have said about her to get this kind of welcome. it was almost adorable and reminded her of her settrigh when he was much younger. oh she would have to hold back on the embarrassing childhood stories for now. she would have to embarrass settrigh when he was around. that was her duty as a mother after all.

" why yes i am. it's a pleasure to meet you. "

it's but a short moment before she was invited in and graciously gives him a small nod accompanying a warm smile as she walks past him. it was almost adorable how this young man acted around her. goodness she would have to make note to visit her son much more often if this were the case. maybe she would even bring a gift of homemade treats as well. a peace offering for potentially making others fret so much.

" oh, i know! " he admittance to knowing her son was out is almost shameless. she follows up with a low chuckle and a small wave of her hand. " i couldn't help but wonder what kind of people my settrigh is working with so i had to see what would happen if i came just a bit earlier than my son was expecting.

" ah-- as for something. i supposed a glass of water and the name of the kind gentleman i'm speaking with would do. " she would have to put names to faces after all. she'd spoken with one of them before--who was it again? ah, right!--the man she'd come to know is named k'sante as her son and him had some sort of gym-related talk. she wasn't privy to the knowledge but she was glad someone shared her son's passions.

THE DOOR OPENS A CRACK, Ezreal's eye peaks through to scan for a split second, lips pressed together as he does the routine check - no fans? Check. Paparazzo? Do those still exist? They're definitely not at his door. It's simply an older-looking woman, which makes Ezreal squint, before finally opening the door fully.

" You're... " Sett said something earlier... " oh yeah, right! Sett's mom, right? ", coming to the house. Less that it was a courteous announcement to alert the others, but instead a sheepish defense to explain why he had suddenly started cleaning up around the house so fervently earlier that week. They had all found it sort of hilarious & proceeded to forget, but now here Ezreal is - the only one currently at the HEARTSTEEL quarters - the sole host & entertainer. He's laughing less now.

Standing out of the way, he invites the woman in. He's... Admittedly unsure how to act around a real adult, much less a parental figure. Is he even wearing the right clothes? Has he been in pajamas all day? ( Yes. It's past noon, god he looks like such a bad host. ) Once in, he brings a hand up to nervously scratch at the back of his neck as he waits for her to get her bearings & enter.

" So... Sett's actually out right now. I think he's at the gym? " You can almost imagine the shy apology that fills in after the sentence. " Can I get you water? ... Or something, while you wait? "

If there's no time to change out of wrinkled t-shirt & sweatpants, the very least he can do is show some hospitality.

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[nikawiy]

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" OH! you wish to hear me talk about my most precious settrigh? don't mind if i do! " a delighted hum accompanies a most wide smile. any glance could tell this woman had much love in her heart for her most dearest family and wouldn't hesitate to talk for hours on end if given the opportunity.

" i love my son most dearly. he's grown so much from when he was but a wee little thing you probably wouldn't believe he'd grow to be so big and strong. watching him grow and become his own person has done nothing but bring a tear to my eye. a mother couldn't be more proud! "

the smile brightens with a chuckle but slowly softens as her beaming expression slowly has hints of regret as a sigh comes next. " i can't help but worry about him as well. sometimes i wonder if i truly was enough of a mother to him. sometimes i wonder . . . if i should have done more or been more vigilant. i know both sides, vastayan and human, weren't too kind to him and it always broke my heart to see such a thing.

" he's a wonderful boy. his heart is so big and has so much to offer, but i know growing up he had so many hardships. we . . . had hardships. sometimes i do worry he'll go off and hurt himself beyond repair and my world will be taken from me. i worry about this all the time. the world can be cruel and i know he is a strong boy but even the strongest people in the world have weaknesses. i don't want him to ever have to worry about me and i know it's hypocritical to say when i'm worrying over him constantly, but he is my one and only son. i can't help but worry over him. "

a moment of pause before a sheepish laugh to break the silence makes way and her expression softens once more, swallowing any sorrowful hint her face could show. " but . . . i love him nonetheless. he has grown into a fine, young man and i want nothing but the best for him. i am certain he will find the right path in life. i have nothing to guarantee my words, but i know in my heart he will do the right thing by his own heart whenever the time needs it. "

[nikawiy]

" OH! who wants to see settrigh's baby photos? i have a good few and he looks so precious in them! "

[nikawiy]

Well, the poro cannot resist snax! Or snuggles! Clearly, shall have to give her more snuggles! Happy poro! And shall tell other poros, and then more poros shall have to come, to also give her snuggles. Because clearly, is friend of poros, and thus, deserves lots of the snuggles and love.

SHE is quite content with this precious being. she makes certain her claws are gentle when giving a few more nice pats before rummaging for snacks to give. the moment she finds them she offers with a smile and a gentle nod. what a precious little thing this creature is.

[nikawiy]

" I wonder what my son has been up to . . . hopefully the . . . orphanage is doing well. "

[nikawiy]

" MY . . . this reminds me of a time my settrigh was but a wee little thing . . . "

[nikawiy]

" A worm? i would love you if you were a fleck of dust in the wind. "