Chapter 162
Golden Horizon Home
The retirement center where Evangeline Lerin resided was nestled in the outskirts of Aeonia, its exterior painted a peaceful shade of golden beige.
Decorative flowers adorned the entrance, and serene pathways guided visitors to the entrance, creating a welcoming facade that suggested comfort and care.
I approached the entrance, taking in the soft sounds of laughter and conversation drifting through the air. Steeling my nerves, I knocked on the door.
The door swung open to reveal a middle-aged woman, likely a caregiver, with a warm smile that immediately put me at ease. Just as I prepared to return the gesture and introduce myself, she spoke in cheerful recognition.
"Wow, it’s been a while since you came, Remillia!"
"...Sorry?" Caught off guard, I staggered backward mentally, akin to a hammer hitting the back of my head. However, I quickly collected myself.
It was entirely possible that the real Remillia had visited frequently enough to create a bond with the people here. After all, this place was only thirty minutes from her original apartment.
Thinking about it now, this place was only 30 minutes away from Remillia’s original apartment.
"Ah... yes, nice to meet you. It’s been a while," I replied with a forced smile, feeling the weight of my charade.
To my relief, my response seemed to satisfy the caregiver, who gestured for me to enter. "You must be busy with all the hero training lately. What brings you here? Come in, come in!"