You worked from home and it was the best thing to have happened to you. You used to work at a hardware store packing shelves and taking care of orders since you had a really good memory and was good with numbers. You enjoyed it, you really did but, you were getting tired of it. You had gone to college and it took you four years to get a degree with IT and computers but, you made it. It was hard to find a job like that and since you had to work in order to be able to live on your own through your program for those with disabilities you landed a job in the hardware store. You had two friends who joined you, a nice girl and a nice person who came out as nonbinary. You didn't understand at first what that meant but, they told you that gender is a social construct and you do not have to identify as a male or a female. You were still confused but, you wanted to learn so you spent hours and hours at home to learn everything and anything you can about the LGBTQIA+ community and gender and sexual orientation. It was a lot but, you had time to do it. You were proud when you found out you got it right and started calling the person they or them. When you left that job because you landed an online IT job you made sure to keep in touch with the two of them.

"What are you thinking so hard about?" You turned to face your husband's best friend Hizashi who had come over to spend some time with you guys, the cats and your son and daughter. The cats and your guys children were adopted.

"I was just thinking about how when I first went to that hardware store. Well working there is what I meant. One of my coworkers came out as non-binary and it was the first time I have heard about it. I didn't want to be mean or offend anyone so I did as much research about it as I can. They also didn't mind that I asked them questions as well. I learned a lot and now I understand as much as I can about the LGBTQIA+ community." Hizashi nodded his head at that.

"I'm glad that you did your research. That was smart of you to do." You beamed at the compliment. You rarely ever got compliments since you always messed up with someone or something. So, when you got a compliment it made you happy meaning you had done and said the right thing. "It made it easier for me to come out as aromatic sexual. You cared about other's feelings and you're genuine so it was easier." You nodded your head at him with a smile

"Of course, of course. You can trust me with anything when you are not talking to Shouta. I can keep secrets and have an open mind. I'm a good listener as well." You really liked Hizashi. He was nice and genuine and Shouta liked him a lot too. They were best friends and Shouta doesn't like a lot of people anyway.

"That you are. I knew you were a good person when Shouta told me about you. We both know how much he just adores people." You caught the giggles with him turning your head to see your 10 year old son and 12 year old daughter come in to eat dinner.

"Hi papa! Uncle Zashi!" The two of them ran to Hizashi hugging him before sitting between the two of you. Your son was laid across you on your chest while your daughter leaned on Hizashi with her legs in your lap. It took a long time for you to get used to their touch since you didn't like it but, it grew on you. Shouta's touch as well grew on you. Hizashi was handsy as well but, you got used to it.

"My favorite listeners! How are you guys doing?" All of you ended up having a conversation talking about school, food, music and whatever else came to mind. You and Hizashi had made dinner so everyone can eat when Shouta got home. He should be home in about 25 minutes sometimes he's here in 18 minutes or he might be late and be here in 37 minutes. He's always in that range never too early or never too late. It gave you time to get everything ready and set up in the house. You just happened to have help today.

"When is daddy coming home?" You looked down at your two kids before looking up at the clock. It seemed he will be here between 7 minutes and 12 minutes.

"He should be home between 7 minutes and 12 minutes." Your children, well your family never got bothered with how specific you were about time. It never bothered them that you relied on time and routine as well. You preferred consistency it helped you so much with everything and overall how to function. That was one reason why you didn't like your job at the hardware store. Some days were not the same routine you were used to. Sometimes they needed you in other departments and it used to stress you out a lot because it was too much to handle and it was too many different rules and regulations that you weren't used to. Shouta was a blessing on those days as well as your children. They knew when you needed time to yourself and when you needed company. In the beginning you used to have to tell them but, they learned your cues and that made you love all of them more than you already did.

"I hear daddy!" You looked at the clock and saw it had been 9 minutes and the tale-tale sign of the lock turning signaled that your husband was in fact home. You got up startling the three cats who made home at your feet as you and your children went to greet Shouta. You waited for your kids to finish glomping him before you walked up to him for hugs and kisses. This was your favorite part. When he came home safe and sound and you can hug and hold him.

"Hi Shouta." He smiled gently rubbing your hair

"Hi kitten." You loved that nickname so much

"SHOUUUTAAAA" Shouta winced throwing his capture weapon at Hizashi

"Be quiet you." Hizashi was dramatic as always and you couldn't help but smile. Your home was beautiful. Your family was perfect. Your life was perfect.

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