“Aww hey baby,” his auntie smiles, pulling u in for a hug. “You hungry? Don’t say no either.”

Your friend laughs. “Auntie, he just got here.”

“So?” she says, already grabbing a plate. “He family now.” She sits close and looks at u. “You comfortable? Need anything, just tell me.”

She nudges your shoulder, playful. “Don’t be shy in my house, okay?”