Mission Possible

Episode5

Welcome Amelia it’s lovely to meet you,” Mrs. Benjamin said. Smiling.

“Thank you ma’am,” I replied with a smile. It seemed like it was all I was going to do all night “smile”. My cheeks were tired already.

“Please call me Rose my dear,” she said pulling me into a hug. I slightly hugged her back.

“Nice to meet you Malady,” Mike said taking my hand, kissing the back of it. I blushed at his gesture. Such flattery.

“Oh stop it Mike you’re going to scare the poor girl away.” Joy said slapping the back of his head.

“Mel that hurts. I’m just trying to be a gentleman here.” He grinned at her.

Everyone laughed cheerfully. We walked to the dining room. I followed quietly behind them. I sat in between Joy and Sally, they preferred me sitting next to them. At least they didn’t think I was disgusting, except for Mr. Serious face over there. Ever since I got here, Henry has been giving me a very disturbing look that makes me very uncomfortable but I’ve tried to ignore it.

Rose said grace and we took turns to dish up for ourselves. I was so hungry that my tummy started grumbling so loud. I was so embarrassed I felt everybody’s gaze on me.

“Sounds like somebody can do with more than just food, how about an Elephant,” Henry hinted at me and he chuckled. I felt so hurt and embarrassed when he said that. I haven’t eaten for almost two days now and seeing all this food made my tummy excited.

“Henry stop it...” His mom scolded him and he chuckled. “Amelia darling you can eat whatever you feel like ok?” she added and I just nodded.

“Geez can’t you people take a joke?” He said chuckling then continued dishing up for himself.

We started eating and Joy whispered something really funny to me about Henry and we both laughed. She said Henry has a whale head that’s why he’s so arrogant.

“Do you two want to share the joke with the rest of the table?” Henry said to us.

I just looked at him then back to my plate.

“We had a moment Henry stay out of it.” she said looking at him crossed side.

“Oh that’s very funny Mel, look how hard we’re all laughing at your joke.” he said sarcastically.

Geez this guy was something else.

“What the hell is your problem Henry, ever since I got back home you’ve been like this! Tell me what’s your problem?” Joy asked with a little hurt in her voice.

“You’re my problem Joy, do us all a favor and go back to Europe.” he harshly said with a frown.

He was so rude, but there was a little hurt in that statement of his. There was clearly something eating away at Henry.

“You two STOP IT!!!!” Rose yelled out in frustration. “You’re ruining this whole thing for all of us.” she added.

They both apologized and the family dinner continued.

“Henry I need you to come early to the office tomorrow there are a few things we need to discuss.” his dad said.

“Cool, I’ll be there dad.” he replied shortly.

“How’s the business going by the way Henry?” Mr. Spencer asked.

“It’s going well grandpa. I closed a very important deal yesterday, so very soon we’ll have more shipments to run.” He said. He was clearly proud of himself. It must’ve been a big deal.

“Wow I see your father is grooming you very well.” he said smiling.

“Okay, can you all stop talking about work this is a family dinner not a boardroom,” Rose said and the conversation changed.

“So Amelia how long have you worked for my grandparents?” Joy asked me.

“It’s been 8months now.” I replied shortly.

“Oh so what were you doing before you worked for them.” she asked glancing at me.

Oh crap why did you have to ask me that question Joy how will everyone feel knowing I was in juvie then I turned to ripping people off????

“I wasn’t really doing anything. I was just looking for a job a few months before I got this one.” I replied.

“How old are you again?” She asked curiously.

“I’m ah...17.” I answered.

“So your parents were cool with you looking for a job?” She asked.”

“Joy stop asking the girl so many questions.” Her mom said.

I realized that dodging these questions wasn’t going to help me with anything. Besides, Mr. and Mrs. Spencer are going to find out anyway. I can’t keep this from them any longer.

“It’s okay Mrs. Benjamin....I mean Rose. I don’t have parents Joy, well I never knew my real parents. I was adopted when I was 8 but my adoptive parents weren’t really ideal. My father abused me for 3 years straight, so later on that year I ran away from home. I went to juvie for something stupid that I did and then for a while I ripped people off. It was the only way to make a living. I decided to change my ways though, and when I started working for your grandparents things started to get better so here I am today.” I explained everything all at once so she doesn’t ask me any further questions.

Everyone was quiet for a while after my explanation. That’s the reaction I expected anyway. I was waiting for them to kick me out but they never did.

“I’m sorry Amelia I shouldn’t have asked.” she felt bad.

“It’s okay, really Joy” I said smiling at her placing my hand on top of hers on the table. I was glad that nobody asked me any further questions. I guess my explanation was enough.

“Mommy can aunty Amelia sing a song for us,” Sally suggested.

I almost choked on my saliva when she said that.

“Only if she doesn’t mind sweetheart,” Rose said.

“Aunty Amelia please sing a song for us please, please, please.” she made those puppy dog eyes that I couldn’t say no to.

“Ahh....um..….” I couldn’t utter a word. I always sing when I’m alone, how am I supposed to sing in front of an audience. I’m so nervous. It’s a good thing I know how to sing a little otherwise this was going to be the worst day of my life.

“Come on Amelia I’ll play my guitar.” Joy suggested. I stood up from my chair and followed Joy to the living room and everyone followed behind us.

So which song would you like me to sing for you Sally”, I asked her going down to her level.

I want “Lips are moving by Meghan Trainor”, she said excitedly.

I started singing the song when Joy started on her guitar. It was good combination. I sang the rest of the song with Sally and Joy joined our sloppy dancing.

When I was done everyone clapped their hands, even Henry which was surprising. Rose came and hugged me. It actually felt great singing for them. For once I made other people happy.

“You sing so beautifully my dear.” She said.

“Thank you.” I replied.

“Marry me Angel voice.” Mike went on one knee and kissed the back of my hand again and placed his other hand on his chest dramatically. He was really adorable.

“Oh Mike I...” I didn’t know what to say to him. He was so funny.

“Mike leave Amelia alone.” Joy pulled him up to his feet with his ear.