I didn't say no when they ushered me into the sleek black limo. I also didn't say no when they asked me if I wanted to attend the Gallagher Academy for exceptional young women. Nor did I say no when they asked me if I was fine but then again I definitely didn't say yes either.
They came into the house wearing black suits and tinted sunglasses. They didn't take them off when my foster mum asked them to sit; they didn't take them off at all.
Number of men: 2
Number of men standing: 2
Number of men smiling: 0
I slunk back into the shadows making myself invisible after all people only see what they expect to see and I was not expected. One of the men talked quietly into what I assume was a comms unit while the one standing by the couch finally decided to talk.
"I wager you're wondering why we're here" at this my foster mum nodded.
"You're foster daughter has been accepted into the Gallagher Academy for exceptional young women on a full scholarship so don't worry you won't have to pay anything" at this he attempted a smile but it came out looking forced. My foster mum nodded and I could see her holding back a sigh of relief at not having to put up with me anymore.
"So when will she leave" my foster mum tried but she really couldn't help but let excitement seep into her voice. At this I quietly moved towards the stairs making it seem like I just came down the steps,
"Leave were" the men didn't jump at the sound of my voice but I could tell they were startled. The man who had been talking the whole time (You know what? I'm just gonna call him Chatty) said
"The Gallagher Academy for exceptional young women you have been accepted your records show that you are a very smart young lady" at this I only nodded
"Surprise" Chatty said in a voice that clearly showed that he liked to spring surprises on people. I must have disappointed him by my lack of reaction because he eventually shrugged and informed my foster mum that he would be by the next day to pick me up.