Making sure my bandages were on tightly, I get out of bed and expertly make my way over to my closet. Since I've been living here most of my life, I can easily navigate through the foster home.

Putting on a random shirt and jeans, I go to the bathroom to do my daily routine. Leaving the bathroom, I make my way out the room only to be stopped by Ms. Ann. She’s like a den mother for all the kids.

However, after a few seconds of standing there, I sensed another person beside her. “Mika, you’re going to have to stay home from school today.” From her tone, it sounds like something is going to happen.

I tilt my head and ask, “How come?”

“Well… we have an meeting to attend-”

“With the person next to you?” Everything goes silent for a couple of seconds. “...How did you… Nevermind. In any case, you will be coming to the meeting in my office with some other people.” Ms. Ann obviously wanted to question me, but thought better of it.

The person beside her still has yet to talk.

“So, that’s all. The meeting will be in a hour or so.” I nod my head in response. Ms. Ann and they then leave, letting me continue my walk to the kitchen.

As soon as I walked through the door of the kitchen, all the talking ceased. Ignoring everyone, I get a plate and put some freshly made bacon and eggs on it.

I start to walk to my usual seat, but I sense some kid put their foot in front of me. I quickly sidestep and continue. Sitting down, I quickly eat and clean my mess. I leave and the air seems a lot less tense. I return to my room and lay on my bed waiting for the meeting. But in the process, I slowly fall into a deep sleep...