Chapter 22. Luxurious Unit

As I approached the entrance and walked around the fountain, one of the guards kindly held the door open for me. I stepped inside and felt my breath catch at what I saw next.

The lobby was everything I had expected. The ceiling was high, with a crystal chandelier sparkling overhead. Plush velvet couches and contemporary artwork adorned the room, adding a touch of artistic flair to the luxurious surroundings.

I approached the reception desk and was greeted by the clerk. She was a pretty woman who appeared to be in her early twenties, dressed in an elegant uniform with the name ‘Annie’ pinned to her breast pocket. She smiled warmly at me.

“Hello. May I ask your name and the purpose of your visit?” she asked politely.

“Hello,” I said, hoping my voice wasn’t shaking. I suddenly felt out of place in such a setting. As if I didn’t belong here.

I suddenly remembered the state of my clothes and immediately felt self-conscious. Everyone here was wearing polished and ex