Bab 191: Overthinking (2)

[Paris, Jardin des Tuileries - The Park]

Jan nodded, then his expression turned serious as he changed the topic.

"I never got to ask you this, but... during the lockdown, did you ever encounter a man in all black with a mask and sword?"

I assumed he was referring to 'Axel,' my mercenary persona. "Yeah," I nodded. "He was the one who gave me the bow earlier."

"Really?!"

Jan was getting excited over someone he didn't even know.

"I only caught a glimpse," I continued, "but he did end up defeating the other guy."

I shrugged, adding to the lie. "That guy had some intense aura if you ask me."

"He had a strong aura too?!" Jan leaned in closer with starry eyes.

"Yeah, aura," I replied, trying to keep my voice steady.

"He did some cool techniques with his sword. But after he defeated that large guy, he just... disappeared into thin air."

Jan's eyes were wide with awe.