In the year of our Lord 1882, Dr. Valentine Grey was a prominent figure within London’s reputable medical society, known for his expertise in mental health. His formal education combined with his innate curiosity of human psyche enabled him to rise above the norms of his time. While he adhered closely to the principles grounded in science, his approach often took a more personal touch when it came to patients suffering from hysteria – a term used loosely back then to encompass numerous afflictions of the mind.