Leonel departed with the dog.

After he left, Alexis descended and summoned Evelyn.

Evelyn threw herself into Alexis’ arms and whispered about the dog named Ollie and its owner. She reiterated the same details to Alexis before falling asleep, not wanting to forget them.

The night had advanced, and Alexis, gazing at the little girl in her arms, felt a twinge of concern.

Truthfully, Evelyn had endured loneliness over the past two years.