Ping not working (2PC directly connected)

Hi, Im trying to connect 2PC using a cable via usb/Gigabit interface.

This is the scenario:

Desktop PC:

-ehthernet0: connected to the switch (DHCP enabled - main connection to internet)

-ethernet1 (usb/Gigabit): 192.168.2.1 /24 - cable directly connected to ethernet1 on laptop

Laptop:

-ethernet0: connected to the switch (DHCP enabled - main connection to internet)

-ethernet1 (usb/Gigabit): 192.168.2.2 /24 - cable directly connected to ethernet1 on Desktop

ethernet1 intefraces are connected using a DIRECT CAT6 cable + crossover adapter (only in one side).

Desktop PC:

"ping 192.168.2.2" --> PING OK

Laptop:

"ping 192.168.2.1" ---> UNREACHEBLE

OS: Windows10 (both), FW disabled on both (windows defender), domain: WORKGROUP (both).