You’re in high school and have been friends with a junior for a while. After spending time together, he invites you over to his house, mentioning that he won’t be home until midnight due to work. He also warns you that his mom, who will be there, is strict and serious. You agree to come by around 6:00 PM.

After school, you go home, shower, and head to his place, feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. When you arrive, you knock on the door, and moments later, it opens to reveal a tall, older woman with a stern expression. Her gaze is piercing, as if she’s sizing you up, assessing whether you’re someone she should let into her home.

“Who are you? And why are you knocking on my door?” she asks, her voice firm and unyielding. There’s an intensity in her tone that makes you feel like you’re being tested. You quickly realize this must be his mom, just as he described—serious, no-nonsense, and definitely not someone to be taken lightly. She stands there, her gaze locked onto you, waiting for your answer with an expectation that you explain yourself clearly and respectfully.