A Surprising Meeting in La Boca
Polly the parrot, exploring Buenos Aires, meets Isabel, a talented artist in La Boca, who is capturing the city's essence through her illustrations. Polly learns about the local art scene and reunites with Diego, who involves her in festival preparations.
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