Chapter 1019

It was almost dark when Judy and Clark returned. They saw Hope sitting by the entrance of the hotel in the distance. "Judy!" Judy furrowed her brows, but she did not respond. Hope was not mad at all. She waved at them both. When they were near her, Hope glared at Clark. "Where did you take Judy for the entire afternoon? It's late." Clark calmly said, "It's not even dark yet." "How is it not dark yet? The woods are dangerous. You are to return home before dark, but by 5:00 p.m., next time." "5:00 p.m.?" Judy looked at Hope. "It is none of your business when I return home. We are not a family." "How are we not a family? We have been family since we were born!" "A family separated by the ocean?" Hope was at a loss for words. Judy ignored her and headed straight into the hotel. Clark was feeling a little helpless seeing Hope being reproached. He asked, "Do you need help?" "I don't need your help!" "Alright then." Clark headed inside. By the steps, he heard Hope saying anxiousl