As Lycus expertly navigated the golf cart through the enchanting streets, Barbara couldn't help but marvel at the design of the houses that lined the neighborhood. The split-level structures, adorned with ivy-covered walls and mysterious symbols, created an otherworldly atmosphere. The quaint and eerie silence of the streets added to the sense of mystique that enveloped their surroundings.
Barbara, nestled comfortably in the passenger seat, noticed Lycus deliberately taking a different route than usual. Curiosity etched across her features, she cast a questioning gaze at him. "Aren't we going the wrong way?"
A mischievous gleam danced in Lycus's eyes as he glanced at her. "Just a slight detour, little doc. I have a surprise for you."
Althea, who had been quietly enjoying the ride, perke
