Thira came to the office much earlier than usual that day. Even her kids had been surprised, unable to stop themselves from asking questions over and over again.

“Mum, tell us, are you guys throwing another party at your workplace again today?” Kai had asked.

Elara, ever curious, had added, “Is it Mr. Riven’s birthday this time?”

Eventually, Thira sat them down and explained it was because of the trip she had mentioned to them the day before.

“Mummy needs to be punctual to ...