In their previous encounter, Jimena had witnessed Davey's brutal punishment of a subordinate, thrusting the man's hand into a grinder, resulting in agonizing screams and a gruesome scene of blood and flesh.

Still trembling from shock, Jimena made an error while administering acupuncture to Casey, causing blood to trickle from her temple. Just then, Davey entered, and overwhelmed by fear, Jimena quivered in his presence and didn't dare to erase the blood.

Aware of Davey's merciless nature, knowing he tolerated no mistakes, Jimena feared for her fate. Her second blunder could lead to a fate akin to the mangled hand of the punished man.

In Jimena's despair, Casey, with remarkable composure, concealed the bloodstain, feigning illness to deceive Davey.

Afterward, when Jimena expressed gratitude, Casey brushed it off, saying, "It's nothing."

Their conversation soon drifted to family matters, sharing stories with genuine warmth.

Casey, seeking a distraction from the discomfort, initiated a conversation with Jimena once more.

Their communication method, however, was rather unconventional.

Utilizing dissolvable paper, they exchanged notes that vanished upon contact with water.

This ingenious method, conceived by Casey herself, served to evade Davey's suspicion and maintain their secrecy.

Curiously, Casey inquired, “Dr. Hinks, why did you become Davey's personal physician?"

Jimena sighed, penning her reply. "If I didn't, my elderly father would, and he's prone to mistakes."

Jimena's family history was a tapestry woven from diverse threads.

Her father's roots were firmly planted in Aurora, where he honed his medical skills under his father's guidance. In contrast, her mother was a native of Ambrosia. Their lives intertwined when Jimena's father embarked on a journey to Ambrosia for medical education, where he crossed paths with her mother. This serendipitous encounter blossomed into a union, culminating in the birth of Jimena.

Their union marked the beginning of a new chapter, one that saw them settle in Aurora, despite its complex political landscape.

In Aurora, allegiance to major families dictated survival, and a single misstep could prove fatal.

However, amidst this volatile environment, Jimena's parents found solace in their unity.

As Jimena's father grew weary of the turmoil engulfing Aurora, he made a firm decision. Once he fulfilled his duties in caring for his aging father until his last breath, he resolved to relocate with his family back to Ambrosia.

In contrast to the strife-ridden Aurora, Ambrosia represented a tranquil haven. In Ambrosia, safety wasn't a concern, even during the late hours, free from the fear of gunfire.

However, the previous doctor working for Davey met an untimely demise under enigmatic circumstances. In the wake of this tragedy, someone suggested Jimena's father, renowned for his proficiency in both traditional and modern medical practices.