"So the two of us decided, we definitely had to come show our support. I applied for a shift swap with my boss, worked extra hours over the weekend, and took Monday and Tuesday off."
"You know I'm a kindergarten teacher. Although I'm usually quite busy, the advantage is that every year we have interns coming in to help. With plenty of staff, I can take leave whenever I want."
"Oh, that's how it is. That's great, welcome!"
He chatted with the two for a few moments, then turned his attention back to the pan, which was now about a third full of oil. He stopped and turned up the heat.
Just as he put the oil can down and looked up, wow, there were a lot more familiar faces.
"Hi~ Good morning, Lin."
"Long time no see, did you miss us~"
George and Marian stood next to Jade, waving frantically at him, their smiles almost reaching their ears.
"Were you guys... also notified by Lucas?"
