Neighborhood Buzz
Our plan took off as the neighborhood joined in, buzzing with casual curiosity mixed with lemonade. Isabella and I exchanged amused glances as people trickled in, browsing the clutter of trinkets and treasures arrayed before them.
The bait was set. We hoped Leo wouldn’t resist taking a bite. It all felt oddly normal despite the undercurrents, laughter echoing among whispers of intrigue, keeping a collective eye open for any sign of trouble.