Just A "Very" Calming Day

Entering the apartment building, I was immediately greeted by Miss Olivia, her warm demeanor a stark contrast to the unsettling events of the day.

Earlier, I had borrowed Aerial's phone to make a call, seeking refuge in their home. Jack, the owner of the apartment, agreed almost immediately upon hearing my situation.

Aerial's surprise was palpable when she learned that I was practically homeless after running away from home. By the time I hung up and said my thanks, she immediately asked about what happened.

Since I have nothing to lose anyway, I decided to tell her the truth.... Not the regression part, of course.

Her reactions were somehow expected; she sympathize with me, and thus, diverted the topic back to our work.

Anyways—

"Vallen is finally here," Olivia informed Jack, who nonchalantly continued watching a horror movie, the flickering images casting an eerie glow across the room.

"You're here already?" he said, h