“Mom, just leave this alone.” Hazel comforted Rachel. “Even if they have some plot against me, Joshua will find it out. Besides, even if Joshua isn’t around, you won’t allow them to bully me as you and my dad love me so much.”

Rachel was amused by her. Indeed, the Matt family might be up to something, but Hazel was strong enough now, and with Joshua around, she had nothing to worry about.

Rachel looked toward the door in surprise. “Why are you alone? Where’s Joshua?”

“I told him to go to ask the doctor about your situation first,” Hazel said.

“You girl,” Rachel said, somewhat helplessly but happily, “Would...