Mitch and Nathan were making breakfast. “Hi,” I said, as I slid into the seat next to him, determined to act like everything was fine. “Hey.” He didn’t seem very enthusiastic, but I didn’t let that stop me. “What do you want to do today?” I smiled brightly, hoping to cheer him up. He smirked. “We can watch TV. It’s not like we ever do that.” “No thanks.” That was one activity I was sick of. He leaned toward me and spoke in a soft voice so Mitch and Nathan wouldn’t hear. “Let’s get out of here for a while.” My eyes opened wide. “Outside? Like, in public?” He tilted his head to one side. “Don’t you think it would be a good idea to see if your new look is still working? You know, since soon you’ll be going right back into the lion’s den.” “Yeah, I guess so.” He nodded. “Okay then. Let’s do it.” “You mean everyone, right?” “No. I mean just you and me.” “But what about before? When that boy recognized you.” “I’m willing to chance it if you are.”
