Emily wrote in her tattered diary after the other kids went to school.
I'm not really surprised that they decided not to keep me. That'll make about the tenth family this year, the hundredth my whole life.
Or something like that.
For some crazy reason, I foolishly thought the Russo's were different. They just seem happier than the other families I've met. Happy, and stupid, loving; so different. Justin even pretended to care that I was sleeping outside last night,
Hah.
Oh well. I guess I'll have to get used to this. Six more years and I can leave that rotten orphanage.
I can't wait,
Emily left her diary open on top of her dresser and wandered down stairs. She took her book back and, with a sigh, curled up again and began reading.
Teressa was cooking in the kitchen. She looked up to see the innocent little girl reading quietly. She took a moment to really look at her.
The girls' hair was brown, thin, and pulled back into a low ponytail. Her frame was small, almost hidden underneath her black, boyish clothes. Her tatty vans seemed too big for her feet.
She sighed. Already, the little girl was a part of the family. How could they give her up?
Jerry was downstairs in the sandwich shop. He, too, was having second thoughts. The girl was really nice, and she seemed like a good, responsible wizard.
Alex and Justin walked into their school. "Emily's so cute," Justin said, opening his locker. "I caught her sleeping outside last night."
Alex leaned against the wall. "Really? Wow. Yeah, she's pretty cool. She makes good breakfast."
Justin took out a book. "I hope whatever family gets her is good to her," he said, a little softer.
Alex nodded. "Me, too." Then someone caught her eye. "Hey, Riley!" she called, skipping to his side.
They walked off, Alex chatting happily.
But in the back of her head was a question that was reeling inside all the Russos.
What were they going to do about Emily?
Sorry So Short, people!! I had to get off the computer.
Poor Emily!! REVIEW! Can I get at least 25? Then I might update sooner……….