"May I get the day started now?"
"Yes Mum, sorry Mum."
The three kids walked up to him next.
"Dad, that was embarrassing." Tiamutael and Ki-ko said, piling onto his guilt.
"I didn't mind Dad, but you could had just sent a message and done it tomorrow, rather than make a scene out of."
"Sorry kids..."
As the younger years headed to the building leaving behind just the nine eighteen year-olds and the teacher, Carl began with a brief lecture.
"This isn't compulsory, they are pets according to the system, but they are like children to me and you will be responsible for them. If I ever hear about one of them being abused or not cared for, there will be consequences. So if you aren't sure you can handle the responsibility, you will be free to begin your usual lessons."
