Chapter 1278

It came as no surprise that during the Prescott family's lunch, a steady flow of visitors brought health-boosting supplements and foods to Hazel. Charlie was visibly confused. Elizabeth had no choice but to sigh and explain, "You should just accept them. It seems like everyone in the village now believes that Hazel is pregnant." It was clear that Charlie placed great importance on Hazel's premarital reputation. Upon hearing Elizabeth's words, Charlie's temper flared, and he snapped, "How preposterous! Hazel has only been married for a few days!" Charlie subsequently turned away all those visitors who had brought food over for Hazel. Shawn, however, accepted one, saying, "We've only prepared a simple meal for lunch, so let's allow Hazel to enjoy something special." It was because of Shawn that, while the others ate foraged vegetables with pasta for lunch, Hazel had chicken soup and a whole chicken by herself. If she felt like it, she would occasionally lean over to Shawn's bowl and