Chapter 53: Return Visit
“Your card has been issued. Is there anything else you need?”
“No, I’m good.”
Ayun gave a slight bow to the woman and rose from her seat.
As she turned around, she noticed some elderly folks seated nearby watching her with looks of quiet approval.
They seemed to be misunderstanding something, but Ayun let it slide.
It wasn’t anything new—she’d dealt with it enough times that it didn’t even register anymore.
...Her steps toward the exit were quick, but Ayun told herself it was fine.
When the automatic doors opened, a cold wind blew in and scattered her hair in all directions.
It’s gotten pretty chilly.
The season where the days shorten and the nights stretch out.
A harsh winter seemed inevitable.
Ayun realized she’d need to buy some clothes soon.