The Queen They Buried

Chapter 204

The three had little education and barely understood the lawyers‘ jargon. But they were cooperative, doing exactly as Aubree instructed without question.

Birgitte arranged their accommodations per Aubree’s orders and scheduled a media interview for them.

After handling Logan’s family, Aubree headed to her therapy clinic.

This was her final session. The underground garage incident no longer haunted her, and her doctor had recommended one last evaluation to confirm her

recovery.

Her therapist was running late today. The nurse gestured for her to wait in the consultation room.

Feeling a bit thirsty, Aubree wanted to ask a passing nurse where she could get some water.

“Even with Christmas approaching, Dr. Wilson’s schedule stays packed.”

Two physicians chatted in the break room.

“Psychiatrists are still doctors. Holidays don’t mean much in our field.”

Daxton was her primary therapist. Aubree had no interest in eavesdropping, but just as she was about to step into the break room for some water, she overheard…

“Yeah, sometimes I wonder why I ever chose this field. Most people might find these odd cases fascinating, but for us, it’s just another day. We see them all the time.”

Perhaps thinking they were alone, the two doctors spoke rather indiscreetly.

“At least these people really have psychological issues. Remember that woman from years ago? Always came in covered head–to–toe?”

“How could I forget? She seemed perfectly normal. I never understood why Dr. Bender diagnosed her with severe PTSD, cognitive impairment, and all.

Wonder if she’s better now or…”

The doctor spoke with a hint of regret.

all covered up, suffering

Could it be…

most prestigious and discreet private clinic in all of Rithol City. If Alice were faking a mental illness, coming here to obtain a diagnosis certificate would

her breath and kept

was assisting Dr. Bender when that woman came. She was totally fine. She just paid

willingly make themselves

you think Dr. Bender left the clinic the very next year? He was on track to become deputy

that woman be Alice?‘ Aubree

realizing Alice had likely faked her breakdown, Aubree and Bowen

concrete.

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she pushed open the break room door. “Excuse me,

case?”

confidentiality was crucial, and being caught gossiping made them instantly defensive. “Sorry, we really don’t know what

to her office?”

other tugged her colleague away, muttering, “Go, go! Why can’t I keep my mouth shut? If the director

for.”

further would only make them shut down completely and risk

Dr. Bender…

the name into her memory, filled her

Miller, it seems you’re quite resilient. That incident no longer affects you.” Daxton, a warm, middle–aged

knitted her brows, her face devoid of

“What’s wrong, Miss Miller?”

Aubree asked hesitantly, “may I ask you

a

Wilson, is it really possible for someone with PTSD to become

each case

her for her lost child? Would she become so protective of

the online controversies, even those who didn’t know her personally were at least somewhat

The mother’s trauma stems from losing her biological daughter. The adopted child would only ever be an emotional placeholder. When the real daughter returns, maternal instinct would logically prioritize protecting her,

loss was traumatic enough to cause such a breakdown, no substitute could ever compare to the real

ask. Do you know a Dr. Bender at this hospital? The one who