In the rear courtyard of the neighboring villa, Evelyn, accompanied by a servant, peered eagerly through the railing at the dog.

Ollie greeted Evelyn with a wagging tail.

Stepping closer, Evelyn studied Ollie intently for a prolonged moment.

She then raised her gaze to meet the eyes of the man across the way.

Within a distance of less than 20 meters, Leonel observed his daughter.

Evelyn, resembling a doll with large eyes, exuded cuteness.

Leonel gestured toward Ollie, inquiring, "Do you fancy it?"

Evelyn nodded affirmatively. Following a moment of contemplation, she shook her head.

Ultimately, the little girl scampered back to her residence, colliding with Alexis‘ embrace. In a soft utterance, she whispered, “Mom."

Returning, the servant reported with a smile, "Evelyn spotted a puppy in the adjacent villa and took a liking to it. The proprietor seems respectable-a rather handsome man."

Sporting a faint smile, Alexis tenderly inquired of Evelyn, "What breed of dog is it? How about we get one too?"

Evelyn declined the notion of raising a dog, desiring the one from the neighboring villa.

Aware of Evelyn's unspoken desire, Alexis refrained from addressing it directly. Instead, she bestowed a kiss on Evelyn and instructed the servant to engage in play with her.

Ascending the stairs, Alexis commenced unpacking in her room.

Given the early summer weather, lightweight attire sufficed. The majority of her suitcase contents catered to this season.

Unpacking the four suitcases, she arranged the items in the changing room.

Despite being nearly three years old, Evelyn continued to share a bed with Alexis.

The room housed a wardrobe brimming with Evelyn's dresses.

The bedroom door received a series of knocks, and Calvin entered.

Leaning against the changing room doorframe, he observed Alexis momentarily. Then, with a flat tone, he remarked, "Your wardrobe seems tailored for summer only. Seriously? Are you planning an exit before autumn arrives?"