Chapter 1

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Dr Staple was always one of the best specialists. Besides that she was dedicated to her work, she loved her job and even kind of sacrifice her private life for the career. But despite that Ellie was happy. She felt fulfilled – at least professionally – and that was important.She didn't think there was anything wrong with her life. She didn't miss anything – at least she thought so, until she met Ronnie.

She was her friend's – actually one of the woman from the Clover Organization – daughter. Ronnie's mother was paying for Ellie's research and so the psychiatrist couldn't say no when asked to diagnose the girl. 

Staple remembered the moment very clearly. It was after one of the Organization's meetings, when one of the women came to her. She was shorter than Ellie – even in high heels. She had brown hair in a bun and was dressed in long fur. She introduced herself as Mrs Manson. 

 "I know what's your specialisation, but you're still a psychiatrist after all" the woman began "Yes. I believe I am"

"I want you to help me"

"What can I do for you, Mrs Manson?"

"Something is wrong with my daughter"

"What do you mean?"

"Just... she's weird"

Staple looked at the other woman questioningly.

"We need her to begin to act properly. I mean our family cannot tolerate not following certain rules. I don't know maybe it's a depression or maybe she took an illness after my husband's family. Whatever. I need you to diagnose and cure her"

With each word Ellie was even more confused and hesitant.

"Mrs Manson, I would really like to help you, but that might be..."

"Dr Staple, I'll be direct. You're doing an amazing work, but it's me who pay for this. So, I expect you can help me. Of course, not for free. I believe that a new car or apartment sounds nice, doesn't it?"

And there she was in her white Audi driving to the Manson's house. It never was about the money. She was fascinated by how human's brain can work and by the issues which people face. But since she became the member of the Clover Organization it changed. She had the opportunity to not only develop her study, but also to earn a lot. She wasn't a materialist, but she couldn't deny it was nice to come back to luxurious apartment, have the latest car and be able to dress in expensive shops. 

"Miss Staple, come in" said the other woman asking her in "Ronnie is in her room, upstairs. Let's sit down" she pointed to one of the sofas in a huge living room "Matilda!" she called

"Yes, madam?" a maid appeared 

"Call Ronnie. Tell her that Dr Staple is here"

"Of course" she nodded and disappeared 

"I'm glad you agreed to treat her"

"Mrs Manson..."

"It's Caroline" 

"I think we should be professional, so let's use surnames" she tried to smile "I don't know if I'm going to treat her..."

"Listen, she needs to know her place. And I want you to make it happen. Money is no object"

"I'm sorry madame, she doesn't want to open the door" Matilda said

"Oh my god" Caroline sighed "I'm sorry, Doctor, I have to do it on my own"

"I'll go with you" Ellie stood up not giving the other woman the chance to object

The house was huge, but it wasn't hard to find the girl's room, as a loud music was coming from there. Though, the psychiatrist followed the other woman and stood behind her, as she tried to open the door to the girl's room.

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