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

Minutes later, the assistant ushered in a group of competitors.

"Director, what's up with the list? Flora didn't even attend the training. Why is her name on it?"

"We expect a reasonable explanation, Director!"

Apart from Selene, the rest of the competitors wore expressions of frustration and anger.

Adding someone to the team at the last minute? Who wouldn't be upset?

It might have been okay if Flora had joined earlier, but now that the training was already over, what could she possibly contribute? She would only slow us down!

Mr. Tanner remained silent, letting them vent their frustrations. Only when they started to calm down did he speak, "Are you done?"

The competitors looked at Mr. Tanner, still furious, demanding an explanation.

"Flora's name being on the final list was an accident, and for that, I apologize," Mr. Tanner said solemnly. "But the list is finalized and cannot be changed. It has to stay as it is."

us on our trip

been looking downcast, suddenly perked up, a hint of interest lighting up

slight smile curved

things were bound

competitors, upon hearing this, were fuming, practically steaming at

intensive training these past few days, and you know how much effort we've put into it! Why should Flora just waltz in at the last minute? She hasn't gone through the training; how is

earlier, they would have

for the

were all set

and difficult. Without having gone through

couldn't possibly

at them with a stern face. "So, what now? The list is finalized. If e Flora doesn't go, none of us can. Do you think Flora wants to go? Right now, we are the ones asking her to

fell silent, but it was

Her current situation was too awkward to allow her to speak up. If she said anything, Mr. Tanner would surely direct all his anger

stepped out

why did you insist