"Time for lunch!" Anna's voice bursts our little bubble and we look at the door.
The kids hurriedly pack their things and run to the door to form a line. Kai and I stand up and round the desk. Anna signals us to follow and starts leading the kids out. I sigh and take a step to do the same. Kai stops me by gripping my wrist.
I look back at him, ignoring the light shiver going up my arm. "I had to ask you something. Or rather tell you something."
I nod for him to continue. He pulls his hand back and pockets it. "I want you to come to my birthday celebration this weekend."
I frown in confusion. "Your birthday? Me?"
He nods sternly. "Yes you. It's gonna be family, friends and some family friends. And you are one of my friends. You are not saying no."
I lick my lips nervously. "I can't Ka
