Chapter 1009

Shawn was busy at work when his phone suddenly rang. It was Elizabeth. "Shawn, I've decided to agree to your marriage with Hazel," she said. Shawn was stunned. For a long moment, he couldn't respond. Hadn't she always been against it? Then, she continued, "However, your father and I won't interfere with the Jefferson family. If you are truly capable, you can talk to them yourself. As for the necessary courtesies and gifts, your father and I will handle those for you." Shawn's emotions were a whirlwind of surprise and confusion. "Why did you suddenly change your mind?" Elizabeth thought of Hazel, who had recently visited. The memory was still vivid in her mind. "You should ask Hazel yourself," she said before hanging up. Leaning back in the study chair, Elizabeth closed her eyes, replaying the scene from earlier that day. "Mom, I'm here to see you." Hazel's presence was both startling and unexpected. Back at the station, Shawn ended the call and stood up abruptly. Without a word