Yasmin and Ivan stood at the gate.
Suddenly, Ivan asked, "Do you want to go in?"
"Huh?" Startled, Yasmin glanced at the lock on the gate. "But the gate is locked."
"Just climb over it." Ivan removed his suit jacket and began rolling up his sleeves. "I'll prop you up so you can climb over.
"Really?" Yasmin really wanted to go in and steal a peek. Fortunately, she was wearing flat shoes today. Although there were still some blisters on her feet, the pain was still bearable.
"Come on," Ivan said, crouching down. "Just don't be afraid."
"I won't be. I used to climb over it all the time." Yasmin grinned. In the past, she would sneak out and climb over the iron gate upon her return, so she knew what to do.
Propping one foot on Ivan's knee, she pushed herself over the iron gate.
Ivan swiftly climbed over as well.
As the two strolled into the villa, Yasmin began showing Ivan around.
"It's even prettier here during the day." Yasmin slinked between trees and paused when she reached an apricot tree. She pointed at the tree and told Ivan, "I used to stay up on that tree during summers."
"Stay up?" Ivan was confused.
"Yeah." Yasmin agilely climbed the tree and perched on a branch before glancing at the man. "Just like this."
Ivan was surprised. He didn't expect her to be so lively.
"Mr. Burke, would you like to join me? The view up here is even better." Yasmin reached out a hand to invite him.
For a moment, Ivan felt enchanted by her. Without thinking, he grabbed her hand and climbed up the tree.
The two of them sat perched on a branch as they studied the spectacular view before them.
"I miss the past." Yasmin sighed. How she wished she could return to this home and live a carefree life.
Ivan watched her swing her legs with a content expression.
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