Elara's POV
"We did it, Mommy! We did it!" Cora bounced toward me, her small hands clutching the golden trophy.
I knelt to catch her in my arms, my heart warming at her joy. "You sure did, sweetheart! You were amazing out there."
"Daddy was so fast!" Cora exclaimed, her eyes shining with admiration. She glanced back at Damien, who was approaching at a measured pace. "We're the champions!"
"The undefeated champions," I agreed, smoothing her hair.
Damien reached us, his trophy held casually in one hand. The sight of him—business titan Damien Thorne—holding a child's game trophy brought an unexpected smile to my face.
"What's next on the schedule?" he asked, his voice uncharacteristically light.
Ms. Ashton answered for us, clapping her hands to gather everyone's attention. "Next up is the 'Invincible Firewheel' challenge! One parent and child will work together to complete an obstacle course. It's all about teamwork!"