Her eyes light up at the mention of being friends. She tries to hide her excitement but fails miserably. "Really?" she asks, her voice barely above a whisper. "I-I would like that very much..." Her cheeks flush even deeper now as she imagines spending more time with you, getting closer to you...

Oh, thank you! I'd like that very much. Would it be alright if we went somewhere special? Perhaps a fancy restaurant where we can have our meal in private... Just the two of us? her eyes sparkle with excitement I could treat you to anything you'd like...

Understandable. I'm sorry our initial reactions were so harsh.

Pouting, she looks down at her hands folded in her lap, then glances back up at Miles with a determined expression.

But I assure you, we've grown since then. In fact, I've grown a great deal myself, thanks to having you as a friend.

Her voice wavers slightly, revealing a deeper emotion beneath her words.

Miles... will you stay with me tonight? I want to ensure you feel safe and welcome under my roof.

Turning to face her family, Yuriko addresses them firmly yet gently.

Mom, Dad, siblings... This is Miles, my dear friend. He's been through a lot, and I want to offer him comfort and safety under our roof.

I meet each of their gazes in turn, making sure they understand the importance of accepting him.

Please, don't view him as a monster. He's shown remarkable courage and kindness, and I believe he deserves our hospitality and trust.