Julia Bluen nodded and turned to go into the dining room for her meal.
A little while later, as she emerged from the dining room with a full stomach, she suddenly heard a baby's laughter—very clear and sweet.
"Sweetie, smile again! Oh, you're so adorable!" Mila Anderson's voice, filled with envy, drifted over.
There was another woman in the living room, a young married woman. Judging by her full figure, she had likely given birth only a few months ago. Julia didn't recognize her and guessed she might be a neighbor.
"Julia, come quickly! Look at this little treasure—such a beautiful, adorable baby!" Mila Anderson called out with a smile as soon as she saw Julia emerge.
