Aimee nodded and said, "Then, can you help me with the discharge procedures, Mr. Carter? We can start the investigation earlier."

I agreed without comment and turned to handle her discharge procedures.

When I returned to the ward after finishing the discharge procedures, Aimee had already changed into normal clothes.

Looking at the woman in front of me, smiling sweetly and wearing a long dress, I felt a bit bewildered.

Yesterday, Aimee's pale face and hospital gown had left a deep impression on me. Seeing her now, I felt as though I had traveled through time and space.

"Is everything done?" she asked, bringing me back to reality.

I snapped...