Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

"Sure..."

Alexa noticed Shawn was keen on standing up for Flora, so she didn't dare say much more and quickly left.

Without even glancing her way, Shawn turned back to Flora, his tone much gentler this time, "Flora, come with me."

Shawn took Flora to the lab, showing utmost dedication to his role.

Flora couldn't help but notice the dark circles under his eyes and how he occasionally rubbed his forehead, clearly in discomfort. "Are you feeling alright?" Flora asked.

"Just an old issue," Shawn sighed. "I've had trouble sleeping since college, and it's only gotten worse."

"Let's not dwell on that. You've taken Anatomy 101, right? Come here, let me show you something."

Flora watched him, deep in thought.

The next day, Flora brought Shawn a small lavender sachet.

"For me?" Shawn asked, surprised as he took it.

can help calm

his insomnia and

the sachet into his lab coat

Flora smiled back.

gift made Shawn even more committed to teaching her. He brought in a small animal for her to dissect, guiding her

expected Flora to be clumsy, but to his surprise, her cuts were steady and precise. A hint of admiration

been too quick to judge her

wants to see you," Senior Darcy called

be right

quickly made his way to Dr. Ray's

Ray, you needed

heard you're mentoring

"Yes," Shawn nodded.

else," Dr. Ray adjusted his glasses, sounding a

bright future, and Dr. Ray didn't want Flora to hold him back. He had noticed how much time Shawn was dedicating to mentoring Flora, a complete novice. "Dr. Ray, I think you might be underestimating Flora. I've been working with her for a few days,

softened. He knew Shawn well enough to trust his judgment. If Shawn vouched