This story was a very mixed bag. It has an interesting concept and it aimed at something we wouldn't ordinarily try to do: show Lucius as a person.

However, I felt like the story was really disjointed and unorganized. There was a lack of adjectives to make the story come alive. You clearly had a overarching plot which simply did not come across in the story.

I had too many unanswered questions to really enjoy this story: Why were there lamps lit to a different room every month? Does someone know that he is wondering around? What does he read in the short story? How old is he anyways? Is the woman's knocking the same night as his library adventure? How DID she find her way to their door? What exactly is he forgetting? Why is this story so vital if it doesn't have ANY impact on Lucius?

All, in all, I think your writing would be improved by some tighter plot lines and a more descriptive approach.

"once the bridge has been crossed, it is impossible to return."

How very true.