Chapter 61

The evening breeze blew through the courtyard, shadows gradually engulfed several roses in the flowerbed by the wall as the sun, bit by bit, sank towards the horizon, staining the clouds in vibrant red. A glance at his watch revealed it was already half past six. That woman still wasn't back, and Secretary Nina had already left to attend to some company affairs. Cold Xander sat on the swing, nonchalantly swaying back and forth, his patience already running thin. The children did not dare to approach him. Within a five-meter radius of him, only the trees and his shadow existed. The tantalizing smell of rice wafted from the dining hall; Mom Grace was still preparing dinner. Due to his sudden arrival, she desired to add a few more dishes as a token of thanks for his help towards the orphanage. "Eliza is back!" Suddenly, a crisp and cheerful shriek rang out. He turned to look at the orphanage's entrance, watching as the children spread their little legs, rushing towards Eliza. The little d