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.

wanted to go to Shallow Bay, but Raul and Henrik's pleading looks held her back. She had been spending almost all her free time with Connor lately, and she knew she had been neglecting

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

for Dad. You should have some too," Flora told Henrik, who had also had

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

make hangover soup!"

don't have to

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

sofa, breathing heavily from the alcohol. He watched Flora disappear up the stairs, a

sighed. Flora's performance today... She was becoming more and more like

...

as usual. Her seniors were already there. They couldn't help but sneak glances at her. After yesterday's competition, they

the experimental paper

editing is on your desk. Have a look when you can," Shawn said, placing a paper on

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

Flora was, she was still