Michael sat at the dining table as Mom turned to remove the cookies and make him some hot tea. Every time he came home from work, Michael had a habit of enjoying his mother's hot tea before cleaning up and going to his room to rest.

"How was work today?" Mom asked as she placed the tea in front of Michael.

"As usual, ma'am, I'm quite busy. But my work is fun. I've met a lot of important people lately. Hopefully, in the future, I'll be able to move up the career ladder so that I can provide a decent life for you."

Michael happily tells her what happened to...