Chapter 911

As spring passed and summer arrived, the mountains and forests turned lush and vibrant. Cicadas chirped in the woods, birds chirped on the branches, the wind blew softly, and the rustling of leaves filled the air. Everything there spoke of the lively atmosphere of summer. The old mansion was nestled among the green mountains and rivers beneath the trees. Spring had passed, taking with it the chill, and summer had arrived, bringing tranquility and peace. A black Mercedes stopped at the entrance of the old mansion. Scott emerged from the living room and got into the car. Soon, the car drove away from the old mansion, disappearing from Mrs. Smith's sight. Mrs. Smith stood on the flat ground paved with bluestones, watching until the car completely disappeared. Then she entered the backyard and walked to the pond and the pavilion within. She approached the stone bench where an elderly person was playing with a small ball made of bamboo strips wrapped with colorful threads to enti