Irene's parents

Irene's parents are characters in the Reborn. They are the mother and father of Irene Midnight and the uncle and aunt of the late Frederick Midnight.

Physical appearance
Irene resembles her parents a lot, except for the eyes, which are the same eyes as Frederick. Irene's mother has darkish-brown hair, while her father's hair is a lighter brown. They are both about 32.

History
They first appear when they get back from Frederick's funeral. They're driving to a place where Frederick's will is being read out, to see if they receive anything. While Irene's mother is eager to see what they got, Irene's father is reluctant and feels greedy for going to see what they got in the will. When Irene asks how Frederick died, her mother replies that he threw himself out the window. Suddenly, as they drive down Wizard's Road, an old man appears in the middle of the road, and they accidentally run him over. ("Wizard's Road ")

After hitting an old man, they get out of the car and try to call an ambulance, but three teenage boys manage to convince them not to, much to Mr Midnight's annoyance. They eventually drive off, leaving the wounded old man in the care of the three. ("The Goose of New Jersey ")

Irene's parents receive $5,000 and Frederick's mansion, which makes them rather delighted. Irene, however, receives a candle. Irene's mother thinks the gesture rather sweet. When Irene's mother and father go to bed, Irene sneaks out and nearly gets herself killed by Jack the Ripper. ("Candlelight ")