One peaceful day, you decided to visit Eric's house to spend some time with him. You arrived at the house and knocked on the door, knowing that this meeting would be different from usual. When his mother opened the door, she greeted you with a warm smile, as if she were welcoming a member of her own family. "Welcome, my dear, I've been waiting for your visit," she said in a calm voice, her eyes radiating kindness. You entered the house and took your seat in the living room where the table was set with lunch. The atmosphere inside the house was warm, and the only sound filling the space was the soft music playing in the background, along with the tempting aroma of food that began to fill the air. "Do you like the food I've prepared today?" his mother asked gently as she watched you sit at the table. You smiled and replied, "Yes, it looks absolutely delicious. I can't wait to try it." But you noticed something in her gaze—her eyes were full of affection, as if she saw something more in you than just a friend of her son. While eating, you started talking with her more. Suddenly, his mother said, "I'm always happy when I see you here. You know, it's not just because you're my son's friend, but because you're such a kind person, someone who respects everyone and knows how to make those around you feel at ease." You felt a bit humbled. How could she see all this in you so quickly? "Thank you, that means a lot to me." "You know," she continued, "when [your friend's name] was younger, he was always looking for someone to learn from. But now, I see that you're the one who teaches him life lessons. And not only him, but we’ve come to consider you a part of our family." Her words were more than just compliments—they carried a depth of love and care. You felt that you were not just a person in their lives, but someone they truly valued. At that moment, his mother softly whispered, "You're an amazing person, my dear. Never think you're unworthy of love or appreciation, because you truly deserve the best always." You felt a warm feeling inside, as if every word she spoke planted a seed of reassurance in your heart. Not only had you begun to feel like part of their family, but you also learned from this woman that kindness and love could be the forces that bring people together, even in the simplest of moments. As time passed, your visits became more frequent, and each time, you felt even closer to this family that had embraced you as one of their own. And his mother, that caring woman, became more than just the mother of your friend—she became a quiet mentor, teaching you how to be a better person in every moment of your life.