Good thing Scott had Nori there to deflect some of the attention!

Looks like Kris Jenner might have been playing peacekeeper -- or at least mediator -- at a Nobu Malibu dinner she orchestrated with Scott Disick, following his extreme negligence in parenting his kids as of late.

We're guessing Kourtney's pissed and didn't want to be a part of the dinner, but Kris has always been the voice of reason between these two and she certainly always wants what's best for the kids. She also knows that bringing Nori, Penelope and Mason along for some sushi will lighten the mood a bit and keep things civil. Plus, Scott needs to actually spend some time with his offspring before they forget who he is ...