Invisible

Chapter 9

*Lexi's P.O.V.*

I woke up to the smell of pancakes and a smile on my face.  That was the best sleep I've had in a long time.  No drunk Uncle screaming at me and calling me awful things, no searing pain from abuse, and no vomit-inducing smells. I get out of my comfy bed and make my way to where the heavenly smell is coming from.  Everyone was at the table eating.  I didn't even realize Riley was awake, so I was shocked to see her.
"Good morning!"  I said to the family
"Good morning." They all said.
"Lexi would you like some pancakes?"  Asked Mrs. Matthews
"Yes please." 
"So do you girls have any plans today?"  Asks Mr.  Matthews
"Well, Maya and I were going to go shopping and then meet up with Farkle and Lucas. Lexi you are more than welcome to come, actually we were kind of hoping you would."  Riley said as she looked at me with a hopeful sparkle in her eyes.
"I would love to."  I say smiling at her.  Her eyes and smile widen and she hugs me tight.
"We're going to have so much fun!  Dad can we have some money for shopping?"
"Sure.  Let me get my wallet."  He gets up and hands Riley a 50 and offers me a 50 as well.
"Oh!  No Mr. Matthews, I couldn't!  You all have been kind enough to take me in.  I couldn't except this." 
"Lexi, you are now a member of this family.  I want to, so please take it."  He says smiling gently at me.  I tear up a little and take it gently.
"Thank you."  Everyone smiles at me and we continue to eat.
"Lexi!  When you get back, can you play with me?"  Asks Auggie
"Of course Auggie!  What would you want to play?"
"Let me get back to you on that."  I smile and giggle at him in return.
After breakfast, Riley and I go back to her room to get ready to meet with Maya and the guys.  (The Outfit is the opening pic.) We grab our things heading for the door.  I make sure to hug Mrs. Matthews and kiss Mr. Matthews on the cheek. 
  "See you later!" Riley and I say at the same time as we close the door.