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3. Something unexpected

After leaving Jake at school, Laura drives to the police station, where she works, as quickly as possible. On arriving, she sees that Detective Inspector Turner is waiting for her at the door and he looks worried.

Laura: Detective Turner, what’s happened? What is so urgent?

Turner: I can’t tell you here. Let’s go into the office and I’ll show you.

Laura: What a mystery! It must be a very sensitive case. Is Peter inside?

Turner: Yes, everyone’s inside. It’s a very serious matter… And needs your immediate attention.

Everyone: SURPRISE!

Laura: Wow, what’s all this? A surprise party for me?!

Turner: Happy birthday, Detective Smith.

Laura: But my birthday is on the 12^th of September!

Peter: Today is the 12^th of September, Smith! You’re already forty years old!

Laura: Oh goodness, you’re right. Thanks, partner.

Turner: I’m beginning to think that you need a holiday. Everyone, let’s make a toast for our best detective who, in case no-one noticed, yesterday caught Jeremy Bates the biggest forger of Picasso in all of Europe. Cheers!

Everyone: Cheers!

Laura: Thank you, everyone! It’s an honour to work with this team. Hold on, is that cheesecake? Can I have some?