Chapter 17 The Unexpected Welcome

By the time Yujin arrived at the small, cozy apartment, the comforting scent of simmering broth filled the air. It smelled like home-earthy roots, garlic, and the warmth of slow-boiled care. The heater hummed softly in the background, casting a steady warmth through the living room. That was the first thing that felt off.

Her grandmother rarely use