For some time, Jason had understood that observing a place over several days revealed more about its potential than any document or photograph ever could.
He began by listing what he needed for the short stay. The pantry was almost empty, containing only bottled water and a few sealed containers, likely stocked by whoever had managed the property before the system completed the transfer of ownership after purchasing it. He required food, cleaning materials, and several essentials to make the Villa comfortable during his evaluation period.
Jason unlocked his phone, searched for the nearest marketplace, and found a small commercial zone about thirty minutes away by car.
