Suddenly, the front doors flew open and a wisp of cold air rushed inside the living room. Ken leaped up and yelled, “Daddy!”

“Ken, Kevin, are you two okay?” Ellis asked loudly as he came running over.

“Yeah, we’re fine. Did the school call you?” Ken asked.

“Yes, so I rushed home to check on you,” Ellis said with a nod.

“Well, everything’s fine, Daddy. Can you stay home with us now?” Ken asked.

“Sorry, buddy. I can’t. I have meetings ...