"Your mummy is going to take a little bit longer at the office; you guys know they're holding an event at work today, right?" Johnson asked cheerily. He was with the kids in the car, driving them home after picking them up from school.

"Yeah, we know. Is that where we are going now?" Elara asked with hopeful eyes.

"No, I'm taking you guys home, but don't worry, she won't take long; it's just a quick party." He reassured them.

The kids exchanged glances with themselves, speaking with their ...