Chapter 15 Against Memory

In the spacious study, the intricately carved handmade furniture, the luxurious curtains on the windows, and the European-style decorations created a perfect classical ambiance. A row of tall bookshelves along the wall held numerous books, ranging from literature and philosophy to finance and business—one could say it had everything. The bookshelves were not locked, and through the glass, it was evident many of the books bore the marks of frequent perusal, so these were not merely decorative objects.