I stood at the balcony enjoying the cooing breeze scattering my hair. I was waiting for Mom and Dad to return. I hated being home alone, it didn't excite me atall. Xavier wasn't back and I randomly checked my watch to see if it was time for him to get back. Maybe I shouldn't have asked James to go after the lessons. I couldn't bear the boredom eating me so I walked to the balcony. When I was tired of sitting out, I returned inside and walked back outside. I called Mom 'cause she was supposed to be home already and I just wondered what kept her. "Emily." "Mom, why ain't you home yet?" "Hey baby, I'm sorry. I got so busy." "Are you on your way?" "I'm afraid not. Your dad and I will be coming home later." "Later? Mom it's like 11pm already," I blurted to the phone. "Oh shit." Was s

