Chelsea brought Stapleton back to Rose Garden.
Stapleton stood in the courtyard, looking at the roses that were still vibrant under the night sky. He slowly squatted beside the flower bed, inhaling the scent of the roses, as if he could smell his mother's fragrance.
It had been three years since he last visited Rose Garden, which was during his mother's funeral.
Chelsea patted Stapleton on the shoulder, offering him a word of comfort, and then led him inside. The servants of Rose Garden were shocked to see the young lady bringing a man back. They were curious about his identity.
Clarice, however, greeted them with excitement, exclaiming, "Stapleton!"
"Clarice,...