>>34613734sorry, I didn't know that's what you wanted.
>>34614735It is a cultural thing. Hawaiians refer to close friends as family.
For example, my parents both lived in Hawaii for the longest time and my siblings and I grew up being told to refer to them as 'aunt/uncle' even if they had no relation to us. to be honest, I thought this was normal until it was pointed out otherwise.
Besides, doesn't Acerola mention she's the last of the ancient royal lines of Alola? If Nanu was a blood relative that would be rendered moot.
>tfw no sequel set years later with an adult Acerola trying to find a husband so she can continue the Royal Line with. 
