Chapter 623

Elizabeth switched off the lights and turned to face Hazel. "It's time to sleep." After spending the night with Hazel, Elizabeth woke up full of energy. When Elizabeth saw Charlie, she smiled and said, "You're no match for Hazel. She solved my dilemma with just a few words." Charlie was unsure why she was in such high spirits. He just smiled along and asked, "What did Hazel say?" Elizabeth beamed. "She gave me some great advice." Unable to find out what Howie had done the night before, Hazel decided to ask Charlie. "Dad, can I ask you something? It's about Howie..." Before she could finish, Charlie waved his hand. "I don't know anything. Don't ask me." Hazel bounced over to Shawn and sweetly called out, "Shawn." "Go away." Shawn was unmoved by her charm, pushing her aside. "You give me a headache." Hazel sulked. It seemed no one in the house wanted to deal with her anymore—not even Shawn, who usually spoiled her. By noon, Shawn received a work call and left without eating l