Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

The hospital was buzzing with excitement today, as the competition was about to kick off. Lena checked her medical kit, a look of sheer confidence plastered across her face. Her bestie strolled over, beaming with praise. "Lena, this competition is just a formality for your promotion. With your mad skills, first place has got your name written all over it." "Check out Pearl, silent as a church mouse. She doesn't stand a chance. Lena, you're unbeatable."

Lena sported a smug grin, as if she'd already clinched the title. "Don't say that, guys. Pearl would be so embarrassed if she heard you."

"Come on, we're just stating the obvious. Pearl can't hold a candle to you."

"Exactly, look at Pearl sitting over there, not a shred of confidence. She doesn't have the presence you do, Lena."

Lena basked in their flattery, casting a glance at Pearl, who was seated quietly, and smirked. She approached Pearl, her voice was as soft as silk, "Pearl, don't sweat it. It's about participation, not just winning." Pearl looked up, her face etched with confusion, "So?"

Suddenly, Lena found herself speechless, her gaze frozen on Pearl.

Pearl replied indifferently, "Lena, the competition's starting. Give it your

to land a permanent position and leave her intern days behind. Ever since Lena arrived at the hospital, Pearl could sense something off about her. Arrogant was an understatement. Pearl wondered if the

the competition through a live feed in the

aback. The legendary healer who could bring the dead back to life, mend flesh

how could

just call me Josie," Josefina

young, skilled, and humble. A rare gem

modest smile, "Thank

continued to observe

Josefina sat in her chair, observing the actions of these

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