Patiently, Olivia explained to Leyla that Dylan had gone out and would return in a few days.

Upon his return, he promised to craft a new rocking horse for her.

Leyla's countenance brightened upon hearing this.

Day after day passed-one, then two, then five...

After the fifth day, Dylan disappeared without a trace. He'd call occasionally, saying he couldn't come back for a while. Olivia didn't ask why; she just told him to take care of himself.