Chapter 106

Leah's POV

"And now... The best bit of tonight! The children from Skagen City Orphanage want to express their gratitude by performing a dance for all of our distinguished guests tonight!" the host announced on the stage.

Several children, dressed up like little angels, walked on the stage. The light dimmed, and they started to sing and dance to the music.

They were so adorable. My eyes welled up.

"Do you like children, Miss Lewyn?" Gean leaned toward me and asked.

"Yeah." I nodded, wiping the tears off the corner of my eyes. "These kids... They're so innocent. But when they grow up, they have to put up with bullshits like Alpha Kyle and the mayor. I don't think they will stand a chance."

"With our support, they'll turn out to be fine, Miss Lewyn," Gean said. "I grew up being an orphan. I'm pretty capable of dealing with bullshits."

I burst into laughter.

"It's nice to have you for company tonight, Gean," I said.

"The pleasure is always mine, Miss Lewyn," Gean said in a tender