When I finished my shift, I went straight home to start preparing dinner. After a short period of time, Jack arrived as well. I greeted him at the front door as I normally do and gave him a brief peck on the lips as I did so. 

The action made Jack smile widely as he returned it and hugged me. 

"Come on, let's eat. There’s - There’s something I would like to discuss with you later," I told Jack while keeping the same smile on my face. 

Jack raised an eyebrow. "Wow, what a coincidence, mom. I have something to tell you, too. And I swear you’re gonna love it!"...