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.

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

used to be housing allocated for teachers, so

clean," Camila said, not letting her recent stint

They require registration for all visitors," the agent added, and walked to the guard booth to check in.

can come in now," the

the fifth floor, where the apartment

had been working out for months, found the stairs manageable. John

the doorbell and explained, "The tenant is still living here. The place will be available at the beginning of next

revealing a woman in her thirties with a pretty face and long

we're here to see the

the woman smiled warmly.

covers, and once

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

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