"By the way, Daddy," Charlotte said, still hugging Leon's neck, "I forgot to tell you something." She spoke in a hurried tone.
"Hm? Forgot something?" Leon asked, his curiosity evident in his voice.
Charlotte released her embrace, meeting Leon's gaze directly as a small smile graced her lips.
"Hehehe~ I actually forgot to mention that I prepared a present for you today," Charlotte said, a hint of cunning gleaming in her eyes.
Leon was taken aback, casting a curious gaze her way.
"A present?" he asked spontaneously.
"Um! A present! But it's not here; it's on the garden bench, and you have to see it for yourself," Charlotte giggled, excitement echoing in her voice.
Leon smiled and gently stroked her soft, round face as he asked, "Can't I find out about the present without going to the garden?"
"Of course not," Charlotte replied with a playful tone, shaking her head. "It's a surprise; you have to see it for yourself."
