Chapter 557: SS7: The Surrounding Vineyards
"Welcome, Mr. Xu and Mrs. Xu. We’re honored to have you here. We hope you’ll enjoy your time here."
The estate manager welcomed Calix, Leslie, Calliope and their small entourage to the vineyard. The middle-aged woman also introduced them to the housekeeper and the chef for their entire stay at the villa.
"Thank you. I’m sure we will," replied Calix with a smile, speaking fluently in Italian.
Aside from the necessary time, the family of three would be left alone. They were also free to roam through the vineyard on the massive compound of the estate.
"Papa, where will we go ah?" asked Calliope when Calix and Leslie settled her in the bedroom.
"Time to rest first, buttercup," Calix grinned while patting Calliope’s little head, "Recharge your energy before you can play, understand?"
"Aye aye, sir!"
Calix, Leslie and Calliope didn’t immediately go out for their Tuscany adventure. The family of three rested in the bedrooms, facing the lush greenery of the vineyards.
The clock struck two-twenty in the afternoon. The summer sun dazzled in the sky, creeping into their bedroom. The soft light illuminated the rustic wooden beams of the ceiling.
Calix glanced at Leslie, lying on the bed, huddling under a blanket. She slept so deeply as if she hadn’t had any during their road trip.
Lying on his side, Calix propped up on one elbow, supporting his head with his hand. The thought that suddenly came to his mind earlier cast shadows of doubts in his heart.