Ethan walked alongside Julia as she giggled at almost everything they passed.
Whether it was the extravagant flower arrangements lining the walkways or the massive water fountains that shot streams of crystal-clear water into the air, her excitement never wavered.
She pointed at things constantly, her small hand tugging at his sleeve every few seconds.
"Look, Big brother! That one looks like a bunny!" she squealed, pointing at a cleverly trimmed bush shaped like an animal.
He glanced at it and smirked. "Yeah, I see it. Looks like it's waving at you."
Julia gasped dramatically. "You think it likes me?"
"Probably."
She grinned and waved at the bush as they walked past. Ethan shook his head but couldn't help the amused smile tugging at his lips.
They eventually reached a small stand where a uniformed employee was serving ice cream, and Julia immediately fixated on it.