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

He was fuming inside, but given Abbey's status, he kept a polite facade. The folks from the National Medical Department were visibly angry, but none dared to speak up. After all, they didn't have the same standing. Elijah strutted past Mr. Tanner and his team, full of arrogance, as he escorted Abbey out of the airport. The moment they were gone, the National Medical Department folks couldn't help but start whispering among themselves. "That Abbey, she's really something else, isn't she?"

"Well, she's got every reason to be. The only daughter of the White family from Lone Island, and a medical prodigy to boot. If I were her, I'd be proud too."

"A medical prodigy? Is she really that amazing? We have our own medical genius in Austenberg-Flora. She's even beaten members of international medical organizations." "Come on, big brother. Flora and Ms. Abbey aren't even in the same league. I hate to admit it, but Flora's medical skills don't hold a candle to Ms. Abbey's."

"But we have Joy too! Joy's won the medical championship several times!"

"... You must be new here. Joy's not even on Flora's level, let alone Ms. Abbey's."

Outside the airport, Elijah helped Abbey into the car. Once inside, she asked respectfully, "Miss, should we head straight to Mr. Connor's place now?"

In Abbey's presence, Elijah's previous arrogance disappeared, replaced with respect and a desire to please.

"Mmhm," Abbey nodded, a flicker of emotion crossing her heart at the mention of 'Connor.'

thrilled and surprised to see you, Miss. He'll invite you in right away!" Elijah, who had been by Abbey's side for years, knew exactly how to flatter here You and Mr. Connor have always been the golden couple of Lone Island, a match made

up with a smile at the compliment, and Elijah continued, That Flora, you don't need to worry about her at all. You're the most distinguished woman

with

a nobody from the countryside, not even

displeased by Elijah's comparison. "Are you comparing me to

woman's name wasn't even worthy to be mentioned

to carry

underhanded tricks to win Mr. Connor's heart. The moment you

reply. What man doesn't stray? To her, Flora was just a tool for Connor to satisfy his needs. Once he got bored,

...

Shallow Bay.

were lounging on small stools at the entrance, casually playing cards with a couple of bodyguards. They