"By the way, Hazel." Her high-pitched voice rings out across the house. "I noticed the window of your room has been changed. Why didn't you tell anyone or say anything?"

I freeze for passing seconds, allowing my brain to do the calculations. By the time I have found what to do or say, I force out a smile.

"I just decided to change it. There's no reason, really."

I feel her eyes lingering on me for a long time before deciding to speak. "Alright sweetheart. Just don't hide things from ...