20. Echoes of the Past

[Erica]

She looked around, stupified. Never has she dreamt of a place where she has never been before. Even though unlike in her dream, the place looked quite well looked after, it was quite bright as well. As she walked warily, her eyes remained alert. She gave a sweeping glance to spot the figure but they were nowhere to be found.

She had an odd feeling, just like in her dream, she found a sense of familiarity. As if she knew this part by heart. As if she had already been here in person. It emanated a warm feeling almost like a person would feel coming home after a long time. She felt baffled by this. She decided to see around anyway.

The east wing was pretty much like the west. The only difference was that there were fewer rooms which were all closed and most importantly this part had not been redesigned in any way. The place was untouched by modernity, it still held the past grandeur and care of its owner, Erica also discerned that the decors were more feminine, she could tell t