"It'll help with the electricity bill!" It was such a horrible excuse, but it was the first thing that came to mind. I sprinted up the stairs, grabbed the remote from where it was sitting on top of my dresser, and hurried back to rejoin my family.
"Sorry," Elayne mouthed as I re-entered the room, but I quickly shook my head to let her know not to worry. And then I hit the power button. I was immediately thankful I'd waited until now to do it, as it allowed me to watch her eyes shoot open and her throat bob.
"What about you?" my mom demanded, turning to look at my dad. "Do you need to go run upstairs for something too?"
His eyes widened at somehow getting caught in the crossfire before he brought his hand up to her back and gave it a gentle rub. "I'm good, let's enjoy this wonderful meal
