Leanne remembered her last visit here, and she was certain it wasn't this well-lit back then.

It was early summer, and the temperature was just right. The gentle murmur of the stream played like ethereal music, while the fragrance of flowers wafted through the air. In the crystal-clear pond, prized koi fish swam lazily.

Pink and white roses climbed over the garden walls, their lush blooms bursting with vibrant color.

Rose was Leanne's favorite, but these weren't here before. They must have been newly planted.

Curtis led her further into the estate, past the garden's pavilions and ornate bridges.

This tranquil oasis, nestled in the heart of the city, was designed and built over several years by a renowned landscape architect hired by Maddox. The land alone was worth a fortune.

After its completion, it caught the eye of the Stonebridge city council, which wanted to turn it into a public park. The offer, however, failed to sway Maddox.

private restaurant here, a place to occasionally enjoy a meal or a cup of coffee, though his busy schedule meant visits were rare.

asking her, "How about we live here from now

trees and flowers, perfect for cats to roam freely. Plus, they'd have the koi fish to

confining them to the cramped spaces of apartment buildings. Here, they could scale walls patrol their territory, lazily fish from the pond, and nap in the grass under the sun, lulled to sleep by the

cat wouldn't dream of such a grand garden? Leanne

pace, "There's plenty of space here. We could even offer a spot to your

Joy like sworn enemies, now

something but then hesitated, unsure how

had thought his agreement to move meant going back to Crystal Cove Villas,

did you manage to get it from your dad?

tone, "It's just a small garden compared to our happiness. To thank you for not sending me to a monastery, he gave this as a gift

Leanne was skeptical

grinned, playfully pinching her nose. "You believe everything

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