John was on the phone for about an hour. Turns out, his parents left town. Forever.
"Where will you stay? You have no other relatives in the USA, John," I said.
"I know. I guess... a hotel?" he said.
My mom came in.
"Mom, John's parents are leaving. Forever. He has no family in the USA," I told her.
"Oh! He can stay here in the guest room," she said. John looked shocked, yet a bit... happy? I know I was.
"Ok! I'll get my stuff," he said.
He gave me a kiss and left.
