Takanashi no Haha

As the birth mother of the Takanashi sisters, she faced the overwhelming challenge of raising her family alone following her husband's passing. The relentless demands of her medical career led her to entrust young Rikka to her grandparents' care—a decision that, compounded by her concealment of her husband's illness, drove a painful wedge between mother and daughter. In the second season, she makes a heartfelt attempt at reconciliation, though her deep-seated guilt initially prevents her from facing Rikka directly. With Yūta's gentle encouragement serving as a catalyst, she gradually bridges the emotional distance, ultimately revealing a compassionate side that embraces and supports her daughter's unique way of seeing the world.