“I’ll be back in three hours time. Hopper is waiting for me to come and visit him. It’s past his visiting time.”

“It’s okay, Penelope. I’ll stay back here with James. I can’t leave him alone in this condition.” Helen responded.

“Of course. I’ll be back, okay? Please take care of him and yourself.”

Penelope opened the door and stepped out of the house. After shutting the door, Helen heaved a loud sigh and turned to look at ...