Abigail’s POV While I was lost in thought, a soft knock on my door snapped me back to reality. I walked over to the door, smoothing out my clothes and running a hand through my hair before grabbing the doorknob. When I opened it, I saw Elijah standing there, a sheepish smile on his face. “Um, I know you might want some alone time,” he began, his voice a little hesitant, “but I prepared dinner, and I was hoping maybe you could come join me.” I couldn’t help but chuckle when I noticed the apron he was still wearing. Seeing him like that, so out of his element, was both endearing and amusing. Realizing my gaze, Elijah looked down and, with a shy laugh, quickly pulled off the apron, his cheeks flushing slightly. “I’m sorry,” he mumbled, folding the apron over his arm. “No, it’s fine

