"Aunt Katherine," Hazel's eyes sparkled with joy and excitement. "Are you really coming to my graduation?"
"Yeah…yes?" Katherine looked at her with confusion, not understanding why she changed her mind so quickly.
"Thank you so much." Hazel was happier than she had thought she would be. "With you as a witness, I think I may actually be able to convince my parents."
"Witness to what?" Katherine was more confused. "Are you going to involve me in some scheme, Hazel?"
"I've always been such a good child. Do you think I would do that?" said Hazel with a chuckle. "Rest assured, it's nothing bad, and you will find out soon enough."
Katherine was still puzzled and wondered what Hazel was up to, but she trusted her, so she smiled with encouragement.
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