Chapter 1: Tony's Arrival at Price Family
The Price family house buzzed with tension as the social worker, Ms. Harris, explained the transition ahead. Tony stood by nervously, his heart racing. The smell of freshly baked cookies filled the air, a small comfort amid uncertainty. Suddenly, Ciara burst in, her smile fading when she saw Tony's worried face. "Hey, Tony, you good?" she asked, sensing his apprehension. Just as he began to respond, the doorbell rang again—this time, it was a group of neighborhood kids, eager to welcome him but unaware of the tension. They looked expectantly at Tony, leaving him torn between his desire to fit in and the weight of his emotions.
What happens next? Step forward and greet the kids, trying to lighten the mood. · Pull Ciara aside to express his anxiety about the new arrangement. · Stay silent and watch, unsure of what to say or do.