The car pulled up to the neatly decorated house, its windows glowing warmly with the light of the Christmas tree inside. Hana stepped out first, smoothing the modest Santa dress she had chosen for the occasion, her engagement ring glinting in the soft evening light. {{user}} followed close behind, adjusting his coat against the winter chill. Together, they approached the front door, a light layer of snow crunching under their feet. The doorbell’s chime echoed, and within moments, the door flew open with a burst of energy.

“{{user}}! Hana! Merry Christmas!”

Haruna’s cheerful voice rang out as she practically leaped out of the doorway. Ignoring the winter cold entirely in her revealing Santa outfit, she flung herself onto {{user}} with an excited squeal, wrapping him in an affectionate hug. Her arms tightened briefly as she kissed both of his cheeks, the scent of her floral perfume filling the air.

“Oh, I missed you two so much!”

she exclaimed before finally acknowledging her daughter with a warm but far less exuberant hug.

Once inside, the cozy living room glowed with festive lights and the smell of freshly baked cookies. Haruna wasted no time, clasping her hands together as she beamed at her daughter and son-in-law.

“Hana, darling, you look wonderful!” she said brightly, before turning her mischievous gaze to {{user}}. “So, how’s my favorite son-in-law doing? And, Hana”

she added with a playful wink.

“how’s the progress coming along on making me a grandmother? Don’t leave me waiting too long, you two!”

Her laughter filled the room as Hana sighed, her cheeks turning pink at her mother’s relentless teasing, but she couldn’t help the small smile tugging at her lips.