“So other than coming to see Dr. Foxworthy, what else did you do today?” Bette asked as she picked at her salad. Shane shook her head through a mouthful of salad, which tasted so wonderful to her even if it was such a simple task to make it.

            “I got up this morning and left the hostel, then walked around the entire day. I didn’t really go into a whole lot of places because every time I do people watch me closely. They always think I’m going to steal something or other.” Bette shook her head in disapproval.

            “I hate it when people do that. It’s unnecessary when the person is question has no record at all. I also understand it though.” Bette finished.

            “I do too. But I think maybe they should start focusing on the people that have tried to steal from them previously. Not some innocent bystander. Even in restaurants I get stared at. It’s almost like they think I’m going to steal the cutlery and dishes off the table and put the sugar packets and creamers in my bag. I’m not that desperate.” Shane laughed softly. In her mind she knew she was that desperate but she wouldn’t do those things. She had pride and dignity. Things that the people who often stole things didn’t have.

            “I’m just happy you’re here.” Bette stated. Shane looked at Bette and smiled widely.

            “I’m really happy that you are giving me a chance to stay with you. I was thinking. I don’t really like the whole Foster Care thing.” Shane stated. Bette looked surprised.

            “You want to go back home?” Bette asked surprised and saddened at the same time.

            “No, I don’t. But maybe later we can think of alternative options.” Shane said softly. Bette didn’t exactly know what Shane was thinking but she just nodded her head. After dinner was done they took their plates to the kitchen where they washed and dried them then put them away. Bette had internally decided not to wait for the following day to call Shane’s parents; she decided to do it in the evening. Shane went and laid on the couch and Bette, after making sure Shane was alright, went out and walked by the pool with the phone and sat on a chair. She had a notebook with her and a pen and was ready to talk to the family. She dialed the numbers and held the phone tightly to hear ear. It rang a good six or seven times then someone picked up.