When we pulled up the house was dark. It looked like no one was home. We’re we supposed to go out for dinner? I followed Elena up the steps. She opened the door and stood back to allow me to go in first.
Bursts of lights flashed before my eyes, and loud banging noises scared me half to death as people shouted “Surprise”
The lights flipped on and the entrance was full of people. Most of whom I’ve never seen before in my life.
“Happy belated birthday!” They all shouted, rushing to give me high-fives or hugs.
“What’s all this for?” I asked Mia.
“You didn’t think we would forget about your birthday did you? Especially your 18th”
She pointed to someone positioned in a corner between speakers. Music began playing and she dragged me around the room introducing me to many new people. Some we
