He gazed at Holden, puzzled, and asked casually, “What's wrong? How can you not remember me? Have you lost your memory or something?"

Adrian meant it as a light-hearted joke, but Holden solemnly nodded.

“Yes, I have lost my memory."

“What? Really?" Adrian stared at Holden in disbelief, but Holden returned his look with a serious expression.

Suddenly, Adrian remembered that Aldus had been the one who had transferred him to Allemicano.