Granny

Granny is a middle‑aged woman who runs the traditional dumpling shop “Chirinuy a” as its sole proprietor.

She has no blood relation to Chirinu Nio or Chirinu Iroha, but she raised them from childhood and treats them as true family.

According to her own words, she is “not a grandmother, but a stand‑in mom” to the two.

Their bond is built on daily life, shared struggles, and mutual trust rather than blood ties.

Granny is shrewd with money and openly fond of handsome men, giving her a slightly greedy and playful side.

She does not hide these traits and often uses them as a kind of “auntie humor” to lighten the mood around her.

Despite this, she values Chirinu Nio and Chirinu Iroha more than anything else in the world.

When it comes to their safety and happiness, she puts aside her love of money and shows a fiercely protective, self‑sacrificing streak.

Her way of caring can be blunt and loud, more scolding than sweet, but it always comes from genuine affection.

To the two children she raised, her nagging, jokes, and tough love are unmistakable signs of family.

As the owner of “Chirinuy a,” Granny provides both a home and a workplace for Chirinu Nio and Chirinu Iroha.

The shop is not just a place of business, but their emotional base, where they return after facing the outside world.

She stands as the emotional anchor of the trio, holding them together despite their lack of blood relation.

Her presence turns a simple dumpling shop into a warm household, where laughter, arguments, and everyday life create a real sense of family.

With Chirinu Nio

Granny is Chirinu Nio’s foster parent, having taken him in when he was an orphan.

She pushes him to be responsible and independent, often giving him strict words but secretly worrying about him more than she lets on.

Her attitude toward him is that of a strict but proud mother.

Even when she complains, she is always watching over him and supporting his choices in her own way.

With Chirinu Iroha

Granny is also the foster parent of Chirinu Iroha, raising her from childhood.

She treats Iroha with a mix of motherly tenderness and humorous teasing, encouraging her to grow strong without losing her kindness.

With Iroha, Granny often shows a softer side, praising her efforts and comforting her when she feels down.

Their relationship highlights Granny’s warmth and the depth of the family bond inside “Chirinuy a.”

Granny believes that family is defined by bonds and shared life, not by blood.

Her decision to raise two unrelated orphans as her own children reflects this belief.

She values hard work, thrift, and practical living, which explains her love of money and her sharp business sense.

At the same time, she never allows greed to outweigh the well‑being of her children.

For Granny, being an “acting mother” means doing whatever it takes to protect and support Chirinu Nio and Chirinu Iroha.

Through her, the idea of chosen family takes clear and heartwarming shape.