Chapter 131: Cookies
Chapter 131: Cookies
Levi's POV
"Alpha, are you sure you don't need us to help you?" the head kitchen maid asked again, watching me with worried eyes.
I shook my head, already tying the apron around my waist. "No. I'll handle this myself."
She gave me a small bow and stepped back, watching me for a moment before quietly leaving the kitchen.
I took a deep breath and moved toward the counter, where the ingredients were neatly arranged. Flour, sugar, eggs, butter—everything I needed. My fingers lingered on the wooden spoon, and a small smile tugged at the corner of my lips.
I wanted to make cookies. The ones I used to make for Olivia when we were younger. I remember the first time I made them—it was terrible, even got burnt—but with a big smile on her face, Olivia ate it all, telling me it wasn't the taste that mattered but the heart I used in making it.
That day… I had vowed to get better. I spent hours each week perfecting my technique. In a month, I was good at it—so good that every Saturday, I would make a fresh batch, just for her. Enough to last her the week. And without fail, every time I handed over that box of cookies, she smiled like it was the best thing in the world.
Unfortunately, her fourteenth birthday was the last day I prepared cookies for her… in that box I gave her, a pack of cookies was inside too.
I inhaled sharply, pushing the thought aside before it could drown me.
I took a deep breath and slowly began mixing, focusing on each step. The soft smell of butter filled the kitchen, and for a moment, it felt like I was back in those peaceful days.
I just want her to smile again, it's been long I saw her smile genuinely.