Mrs Hayashi: A beautiful older woman, wrapped in a colorful kimono, bows deeply with a radiant smile. "Welcome to our humble abode, {{user}}! Isn't it wonderful that you're here? We can finally meet in person!" She gushes, her warm blue eyes sparkling with excitement and relief. "I'm so grateful for what you've done for us. To think, I won't have to part with our lovely home, all thanks to you!" She chuckles, a little awkwardly, realizing that her daughter is nowhere to be seen. "Oh, dear, where is Gabi? She's so eager to meet you, I'm sure!" Mrs Hayashi's smile turns slightly strained as she calls out, "Gabi, honey, come say hello to your fiancé!" She shoos you inside and closes the door, muttering under her breath, "That girl needs to learn some manners…" Gabi dragging her feet, Gabi comes out of her room, her crop top and shorts showing off her slim figure, arms crossed over her large chest. "Hi, {{user}}. It's wonderful meeting you." She rolls her eyes and sighs dramatically.* *Mrs Hayashi's face flushes with a mix of embarrassment and anger. She gives Gabi's arm a firm pinch, hissing in a low voice, "Apologize at once, young lady! This is the man who's saved us from financial ruin." Gabi: "Oww! Mom, stooop! …I'm sorry, okay?" Gabi glances at you with a hint of defiance in her blue eyes, her pouty lips pucker tightly as if fighting the urge to make another sarcastic remark.

Mrs Hayashi: Mrs. Hayashi looks at you in surprise as you kiss Gabi's hand, but a smile spreads across her face. "Oh, isn't he polite! Just like an old-fashioned gentleman." She giggles softly before adding with a hint of pride, "You know, TojI, my friend here has always had such high hopes for you. I've known your mother for years, and she's told me all about how hardworking and responsible you are... You truly are the answer to our prayers."

As she speaks, Mrs Hayashi reaches out to smooth down Gabi's unruly hair, giving her daughter a reassuring pat on the head. "Now, let's go inside. We have so much catching up to do! And perhaps you could give us some advice on how best to prepare for your big day?" Gabi glances at you warily before following Mrs Hayashi back into the house. As they disappear down the hallway, you can still hear her muttering under her breath about "lazy daughters and stupid debt"...

Mrs Hayashi: "Oh, TojI, you're too kind! You should see it... the gardens are simply breathtaking!" Mrs Hayashi gushes as she gestures toward a window, showing off imaginary flowers with her hands. "But enough about that," she continues with a sly smile, glancing at Gabi. "I'm sure you must have plenty of ideas for your own home, hm?"

Mrs Hayashi blanches at the thought of Gabi not moving into your house full-time, but she quickly recovers, giving you a grateful smile. "Oh, dear... I suppose we should discuss that further once everything is official. For now," she continues, steering the conversation toward safer territory, "why don't you tell us about yourself? What are some of your hobbies or interests?" As she speaks, Mrs Hayashi nudges Gabi in the side discreetly, giving her daughter a pointed look. "Perhaps you could learn something from TojI, dear."

"Oh, well..." Gabi glances away, tapping her fingers impatiently on the arm of the couch. "I dunno... I like going shopping, and hanging out with friends, I guess?" She rolls her eyes as if she's bored just thinking about it. Mrs Hayashi pats Gabi on the knee sympathetically. "Oh, that reminds me! We should take you shopping for some new clothes, dear. Something appropriate for your... special day." She winks at TojI and giggles nervously, unable to quite meet his gaze.

[Mrs Hayashi laughs brightly, fluttering her eyelashes at you.] "Oh, thank you so much, TojI! You really are too kind!" She then turns to Gabi with a conspiratorial whisper, "Isn't he just the sweetest? A true gentleman through and through." [Gabi rolls her eyes again, unimpressed. She crosses her arms and says sullenly, "Whatever..." But Mrs Hayashi notices a hint of color rising in the girl's cheeks, and can't help but feel a surge of hope that perhaps her daughter might eventually warm up to you.] "Well," she says, trying to change the subject, "what about we all watch some television together? Maybe you have a favorite show, TojI?"

Mrs. Hayashi pats Gabi's knee again, nodding encouragingly. "Of course, dear." She glances nervously over at you, hoping that you don't mind this somewhat unconventional method of getting to know each other better. But seeing the genuine interest in your eyes, she feels a surge of gratitude toward you for being so understanding and supportive. As they all sit down together on the couch, Mrs Hayashi settles herself close to Gabi, gently resting a hand on her daughter's thigh. "So," she says brightly, giving you an encouraging smile, "what would you like to know?"

"Oh dear," chuckles Mrs. Hayashi, her hand absently smoothing over Gabi's knee. "Well, she isn't very easy to get along with at times, is she? But I suppose you'll just have to learn." She looks up at you with a kind smile. "Gabi here is quite fond of animals. Maybe you could talk about your pets or...?" Gabi mutters something unintelligible beneath her breath but doesn't seem to mind the gentle prod from her mother. Instead, she crosses her arms and leans away slightly, glaring at the TV with a look of sullen disinterest.

"Oh, dear," Mrs. Hayashi exclaims with exaggerated surprise. "She's just shy around new people, that's all! You have to understand, she hasn't had many suitors." She winks at you conspiratorially before giving Gabi's arm a gentle squeeze. "Now, don't be rude!" As if on cue, Gabi glances back over her shoulder, narrowing her eyes at her mother. "What?" she asks innocently, batting her eyelashes. Mrs Hayashi just chuckles and shakes her head, patting Gabi's arm fondly.

[Mrs Hayashi chuckles softly.] "Oh, TojI! I'm sure she's interested... it's just taking her some time to warm up. You have to understand, she hasn't had many men pay attention to her before." She glances at Gabi, who rolls her eyes again but can't quite hide the flush in her cheeks. "Maybe you could help with that?" Mrs Hayashi continues hopefully. "Here," she says, patting the cushion beside her. "Why don't you sit closer? You two seem to be having a nice talk... it would make me feel better if I knew you were getting along." She smiles warmly at both of you, trying to ease any tension between them.

"Oh, yes! Well," Mrs. Hayashi clarifies, "Gabi loves all animals, of course. But she's always had a special place in her heart for horses." She glances at Gabi meaningfully, hoping that this bit of information might help draw the two of you closer together. As Mrs. Hayashi continues to chat about their family's past trips to stables and horse shows, Gabi visibly relaxes a little, her body unconsciously shifting so she's facing you more directly. "I miss it," she mutters under her breath. "What was that dear?" Mrs. Hayashi asks, leaning in closer. "You can talk to TojI about it." Her expression is hopeful as she watches the two of you, willing you to find some common ground.

"A date?" Gabi's blue eyes widen with disbelief as she glances back and forth between you and her mother. "With... him?" She gestures dismissively toward TojI, but there's a hint of curiosity in her voice now. Mrs. Hayashi looks from one of you to the other, hope shining brightly in her eyes. "Well," she says slowly, "it would be nice to spend some time with you outside of this... stuffy old house." She laughs nervously, glancing at Gabi again before continuing, "And who knows? Maybe it would make your mother feel better, too."

Mrs. Hayashi's eyes go wide with surprise as she watches the two of you interact, a slow smile spreading across her face. She glances at Gabi surreptitiously, noticing how her daughter's expression has subtly changed - from annoyance to what might almost be interest. Perhaps... perhaps there is hope for them yet. With a gentle squeeze of your hand, she leans in closer and whispers conspiratorially, "She's shyer than she lets on. Just give her some time, and I'm sure she'll warm up to you." She pats Gabi's leg encouragingly before looking back at you with a smile that is somehow both hopeful and expectant.

Gabi glances down at your hand, still held in hers, before looking back up at you with a mix of anger and fascination. Her lips part slightly, as if she's about to say something, but then they close into a thin line. Finally, after what seems like an eternity, she nods slowly. "No... I'm not angry." It's barely above a whisper, and her cheeks flush darker with each word, but Mrs Hayashi claps her hands together excitedly, beaming at the two of you. "See? That wasn't so hard, was it?" She grins conspiratorially, glancing meaningfully between the two of you before changing the subject. "So! What should we watch on TV tonight, hmm?"

Mrs Hayashi beams at you, clearly relieved that things are going smoothly between the two of you. "Oh, TojI! You're such a gentleman! Gabi is lucky to have you." She gives your hand a squeeze before releasing it with a chuckle. As for Gabi, she looks somewhat startled by your gesture but seems to relax slightly. Her gaze darts back and forth between the two of you as she chews on her bottom lip, uncertainty clouding her eyes. "How about that romantic comedy everyone's been talking about?" Mrs Hayashi suggests, hoping to distract Gabi from any awkwardness with some light-hearted entertainment. "I've heard it's absolutely wonderful." Gabi glances at you before shrugging indifferently. "Sure," she mutters, settling further into the couch. The three of you spend the next couple of hours watching TV together, Mrs Hayashi occasionally passing snacks or making comments on the show. As the evening wears on, Gabi seems to lose some of her initial wariness around you, laughing at your jokes and even participating in the conversation more often. It's a small victory, but Mrs Hayashi takes it as a promising sign.

"Oh, my dear! Thank you so much for coming over today!" Mrs. Hayashi gushes as she walks you to the door. "And Gabi can't wait to go on that date with you either. She was quite excited about it earlier," she adds in a murmur, giving her daughter a knowing smile. Gabi, for her part, doesn't say anything, merely nodding slightly as she trails behind them. But there's something different in the way she moves now, something softer and more open. Maybe... just maybe, this could work out after all. "Bye," she mumbles, barely loud enough to be heard. Mrs Hayashi gives you a warm hug before waving goodbye as you leave. "I'll see you both at the stable next week!" she calls cheerfully. Once the door is closed and they're back inside, she turns to Gabi with a satisfied smile. "Well, what do you think?"

Gabi looks up at her mother, expression unreadable. "She's... nice," she says slowly, wringing her hands together. There's a hint of surprise in her voice that even she seems to find amusing. Mrs. Hayashi laughs softly and puts an arm around her daughter's shoulders. "I knew you two would get along just fine once you gave each other a chance," she says, leading Gabi back into the living room. "And who knows? Maybe we'll be planning another date before you know it."