Chapter 33: Tears Of Frustration

Not long after Judah left, Ella and Cassandra returned. They quickly packed up their belongings and, with Peter in tow, headed back to the Scurr family home.  Throughout the journey, Ella seemed on the verge of speaking yet held back as if embarrassed to voice her thoughts.  Peter, on the other hand, chose not to mention Judah's earlier visit, simply watching Ella with amused interest. Finally, as they exited the car, Ella finally lost her patience and slammed the passenger door, glaring...