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tears.

"Okay," I whispered.

Dr. Harold Bennett arrived quickly at the Stone Estate, his medical bag in hand. Despite his age, he moved with the efficiency of someone half his years.

"She seems confused about certain people," I explained quietly as I led him toward Matriarch Evelyn's room. "She doesn't remember... important family members."

The doctor nodded gravely, his experienced eyes showing he understood my

concern.

With some gentle persuasion, I convinced Matriarch Evelyn to have a check-up. She agreed primarily to ease my worry, patting my cheek affectionately before disappearing into the examination room with Dr. Bennett. Thirty long minutes later, the door opened. Dr. Bennett emerged, his expression troubled.

"How is Grandmother? Ethan and I asked simultaneously, our mutual concern temporarily bridging the gulf

between us.

"She'll be fine if she avoids any shocks and takes care of herself. Dr. Bennett began, his voice measured.

"But what?" I pressed, anxiety clawing at my chest

"She has memory loss," he explained. "Her memories stop after that night five years ago. The last five years

are blank"

fell ill. Before everything fell

I be relieved that

him watching me intently. His brow furrowed as he

you intend to hide Lily's death?" his eyes

your eyes out," Matriarch Evelyn

and delivered a sharp slap to his back, right

his face contorting

I noticed the concern that flashed in

own punishment of him earlier. The

moment

evening, I prepared a special meal for

healing herbs that would

medication

is delicious, Liv, she praised, happily accepting a second half bowl.

words warmed my heart. After dinner, she insisted on a stroll through the garden, claiming

halfway across the lawn when the sky opened up. Rain poured

drenching us instantly.

coat and held it over Matriarch

downpour.

you'll catch cold!" she protested, trying to share the

I assured her, though the rain had already soaked

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