There'd been a small worry that he'd be hurt to hear she'd never been able to welcome her ancestors home--it seemed like a tender subject for him, after all, and she couldn't blame him--but Héctor is as understanding as ever. What a gentle sort of person, for all that he's endured.

"... Mm. I've always liked all of the really festive holidays for that reason too." No matter how lonely her situation was, the bustle and cheer made everything brighter. "I don't know if there's a particular way to invite people without families, but... maybe if I put out a lantern anyway someone will show up."