a breach catches at the words - 'eventual passing' - though she let's it go , best not dwell on such things . not on such a nice day . " you shouldn't speak like that . " not quite scolding , not for him , more a hush of a plea .
" sorry , i only intended to be out here for a few moments . " a pink hue of shame colouring otherwise pale cheeks .
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" one of the patients was humming it . it's been stuck in my head all morning . "
the garden was a point of pride for her . each flower a testament to her tenderness , each weed removed with meticulous care . rising at his approach , brushing soil from her robes - though a stubborn streak still clings to the them .
his eyes wander over to the flower . taking note of her delicate care ˛ care that had first garnered his attention when first recruiting .
〝 that was a peculiar tune ˛ something local ˛ is it local .ᐣ 〞