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

Chapter 1490

"Dr. Fiona, we're thrilled to have you at the clinic today. Some of our other doctors are eager to pick your brain on a few medical matters," the director hurriedly

explained.

But Fiona wasn't having any of it-lunchtime was her sacred time, and she wasn't going to miss it.

"Just leave him as he is for now. I'll be back to handle things and get him sorted. If you're feeling peckish, go grab a bite yourself," she said, swiftly tapping out a message on her phone. Shooting a glance at the director, she added, "We agreed I'd be here once a week, like clocking in and out. You can't take away my lunch break."

With that, Fiona zipped out the door, vanishing in the blink of an eye.

Left with no option, Christina stayed with Allen, and the director had to patiently explain the situation to the other doctors.

...

Once she stepped out of the hospital, Fiona made her way to a nearby Italian restaurant as planned. A server stopped her at the entrance.

Fiona?" the server asked with a polite smile. "Mr. Woods is already

Fiona replied, following the

two of them, without Nash's haughty presence. Fiona

face broke into a broad smile when he saw her. He gestured for

Fiona said, reaching into her pocket to reveal a small, beautifully colored pendant. Its jade-like quality shimmered under the

smile, Jackson took the pendant and revealed an amber-colored one

smiles, realizing they had both brought matching gifts for

you like your gift?" Fiona asked, looking up

eyes full of warmth as he touched the pendant.

understanding was

of her with the menu open. He pointed to a couple of dishes. "I've already ordered your favorite pepper

anything else you'd

browsed through the menu, adding a few more

their orders. Fiona had thoughtfully chosen some of Jackson's favorites too,