Chapter 104

 Hazel's senses were greeted by the savory aroma of sizzling food as she slowly opened her eyes, her stomach growling with anticipation. She stretched her arms and yawned, throwing off the covers as she swung her legs over the side of the bed. Her bare feet padded softly on the floor as she made her way to the mini sitting room, her eyes scanning the space for the source of the delicious smell.

That's when she saw him- Noah, standing in a mini kitchen, wearing an apron and a look of concentration, his forehead glistening with sweat. Hazel's confusion was evident as she raised an eyebrow.

 "What are you doing?" she asked, her voice husky from sleep.

Noah turned to face her, a spatula in hand, a proud grin spreading across his face.

 "I'm preparing a delicacy for you," he announced, his eyes sparkling with excitement.

Hazel's laughter was instantaneous, her eyes wide with amusement. 

"What? You can cook?" she asked, her voice laced with