In her first life, Primrose had three doctors in the palace. One of them was Silas Hargrove, a kind middle-aged doctor who always spoke to Primrose with a soft, gentle tone.
Whenever Primrose fell ill, he took exceptional care of her, even better than any of the other doctors. He treated her as though she were his own daughter, with a warmth and compassion that made her feel safe and cared for.
On occasion, Primrose would invite Silas for tea in the greenhouse or to take a leisurely stroll around the palace grounds. His company was always a comfort to her.
If she ever spoke of him, the first thing she would mention was that Silas was one of the reasons she chose to endure life in the palace. His kindness had become a warm presence in her lonely, cold world.
As her condition worsened over time, Silas would often come to her room, ensuring she was warm and as comfortable as possible.
The memory of him crying still haunted her.
