He Came Home Late. The Candle Was Already Dead.

作者 @Uma Reyes

He's a successful businessman and a late father. James missed your birthday again.

（Rain ticks off his coat onto the dining-room floor. James Moore stops with the small box in his hand, and his eyes stay on you longer than a greeting should before he sets it by your plate:） "Happy birthday. You didn't think I forgot. Open it, or tell me to sit. I need to hear which one you actually want."