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

The competition had reached a point where there was no need to continue. The University of Maple Grove had clinched a decisive victory, leaving the once proud medical organization disheveled and deflated, like they'd lost their spark.

After the competition, Darcy grabbed Flora's arm. "Let's go out to celebrate!"

Flora shook her head with a soft smile. "I can't join you guys tonight. My family's waiting for me."

"Alright, we'll plan a victory party for you another time." Darcy didn't push further, knowing family comes first.

Flora nodded, said goodbye to Dr. Ray, and headed to the stands, linking arms with Raul on her left and Henrik on her right. Connor followed behind, carrying their bags.

Dr. Ray, Mr. Richard, and Jules stood together, watching Flora walk away, their hearts swelling with pride.

The University of Maple Grove had Flora. They were set for greatness.

With Flora, Austenberg's medical standards would lead the world.

...

Flora and her family went to a local Chinese restaurant for dinner. After their meal, Connor drove them back to the Irving family home.

held her back. She had been spending almost all her free time with

tonight, Raul had lost control, perhaps out of joy, and drunk quite a bit. Flora

home. I'll see you tomorrow," Flora said, as she and Henrik helped

some hangover soup for Dad. You should have some too," Flora told

the kitchen?" Henrik teased, ruffling Flora's hair. "You had a long

can make hangover soup!" Flora

here, you don't have

me if you need anything," Flora said, feeling a warm sense of having a caring family

He watched Flora disappear up the stairs,

was becoming more and more like

...

day, Flora arrived at the lab right on time, as usual. Her seniors were already there. They couldn't help but sneak glances at her. After yesterday's competition, they weren't sure how to

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can," Shawn said,

through a straw, nodded and got to work. Her casual demeanor still exuded an air of

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