Chapter 677

James shared what he'd learned with Grace in a voice message. "Grace, it looks like the Prescott family has landed in trouble this time," James said. Grace fell silent after hearing the news. Meanwhile, Charlie and Shawn didn't return home to the Prescott residence until almost dawn. "None of this has anything to do with Hazel. My punishment and your suspension—don't let her know anything about it. That girl has a kind heart and a fiery temper," Charlie said to Shawn. Charlie feared that if Hazel found out, she might threaten someone with a knife. He continued, "You were framed for your suspension, but I deserved my punishment." He knew the law's limits. Yet years ago, as an official, he had allowed his grief to blind him and allowed Hazel to live as his daughter. For any man, losing the job he prided himself on and being idle at home would be hard to bear. Shawn didn't respond much on the drive home. Once inside, he collapsed onto the couch, exhaustedly closing his eyes. After