The children erupted into cheers as Elijah agreed to stay longer to bake cookies. Joana lifted her gaze from Chara to find the Alpha billionaire standing in front of her, his attention fully on the children.
They all proceeded to the kitchen, Joana lingering at the back of the group, still reeling from Elijah's sudden transformation in attitude. Had the tour of the orphanage and witnessing the living conditions of underprivileged children sparked a sense of empathy in him?
In the kitchen, Joana donned an apron and began gathering the ingredients for the cookies, while the children eagerly watched, their mouths watering in anticipation of the sugary treat.
"Do you enjoy baking, Mr. Wyatt?" Chara inquired, peering over the counter.
"No," Elijah responded, avoiding direct eye contact with
