“Vonda, Sir.”

Vonda introduced herself as she shook hands with Max's father, Edmund Hernandez. His appearance was fresh despite a few strands of white hair on top of his head. He smiled broadly and seemed pleased with Vonda's polite introduction. Although Riley's reaction was quite the opposite.

Riley made a face as he played with one of Rimbo's legs, moving it as if Rimbo were scratching.

“Why call him ‘Sir’? He's my husband, not a 'Sir.'”

Edmund laughed, while Vonda touched her neck reflexively, feeling embarrassed and realizing she needed to correct her address.

“V-Vonda, Dad.”

“Ah, yes, yes,” Edmund nodded, lightening the mood with a question. “So, you're the...