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.

it with you. It can help calm your mind

fact that Flora had remembered his insomnia and brought him this gift the very next day touched him

as he slipped the sachet into

Flora smiled back.

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

precise. A hint of admiration flashed in Shawn's eyes, and his opinion of Flora shifted. Anyone recommended by Dr. Jules couldn't be

been too quick

Dr. Ray wants to see you," Senior

I'll be right

his way

Ray, you needed

you're mentoring

"Yes," Shawn nodded.

else," Dr. Ray adjusted his glasses, sounding a bit impatient. "Focus on finishing the paper I

to mentoring Flora, a complete novice. "Dr. Ray, I think you might be underestimating Flora. I've been

enough to trust his judgment. If Shawn