Erica said, "I'm quite curious, too."

After a moment of thought, she continued, "Ray's public information only lists two sons and a daughter, and his grandkids can be found online. Even most of the extended family works at Passos Corporation." "That's true," Camila nodded.

The real estate agent scrolled through his phone and then said, "I have another property available. It's in a twenty-year-old neighborhood, which can't really compare to these luxurious estates, but the condition inside the house is excellent, and it's very good value for money at $500 a month. Would you like to see it?"

"Let's take a look. It might just be the right fit," Camila replied.

It was a hot day, and as they walked, Camila's forehead was covered with fine beads of sweat.

John immediately unscrewed a bottle of water for her. "Have some water."

"Thank you," Camila said, taking a sip.

John passed the water to Erica and the agent before opening another bottle for himself. After drinking, he stuffed the shopping bag into his pocket.

Ten minutes later, they arrived at the neighborhood the agent had mentioned-Harmony Grove.

seems a bit too old, doesn't it? No elevator?"

older neighborhood," the agent whispered, "this used to be

just a bit old, but it's clean," Camila said, not letting her

registration for all visitors," the agent added, and walked

now," the

they reached the fifth floor, where the apartment was

working out for months, found the stairs manageable.

"The tenant is still living here. The place will be available at the beginning of

door soon opened, revealing a woman in her thirties with a pretty

we're here to see the apartment,"

woman smiled

out shoe covers, and once

liked it. It was a small space filled with creative design. Though the apartment wasn't large, every inch of

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