[Then don't, it's probably easier on Dante. Especially if he's already feeling off balance.]

I'd ask how you do things, but given the decor, I can guess. Mom's seen a lot of things in her time, and has been adventuring since she was young. I can't say it probably didn't make her uncomfortable, but she's also very used to covering up any fear with anger and bravado. Which she can also usually back up, too. Even if not in the ways father or I can.