the use of the expression “get caught up in something” in a different context of that in which it is commonly used.

the expression in people’s faces, that show they are surprised by the woman being late and happy.

the expression in the woman’s face, which shows she is not happy being there and was not happy at home.

the use of spending time at home as an excuse for being late for work.

the combination of the expression in people’s faces and the idea the woman was not happy at home.