Crystal was also worried about where to go. After thinking a bit, she said, "I'll go back and grab my backpack first; I have a lot of stuff at home."
At this time of day, her parents were definitely at the hospital with Pearl, so she could go back tonight.
Going to the Howard Family was unlikely, since she was essentially running away from home. Even though she and Nova Howard were classmates, she couldn't trouble the Howard Family's parents. Returning to the Shaw Family at least meant Grandma Shaw was there.
Crystal felt clear-headed and said to Hawk Howard and Nova Howard, "You guys go home quickly. Richard Shaw and I will go back to the Shaw Family's place; it'll be fine."
"Rest well at home tomorrow, and be on time for class on Monday. No being late," Hawk said seriously, nodding.
"I'll come to the Shaw Family house on Monday morning to pick you up for school," Nova said, patting her shoulder with great loyalty, "Call me if anything happens."
