Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

Josefina gazed at her with an indifferent expression and asked, "Lena, what are you trying to say? What have I done to you?"

"You just came out of Ellory's office. Did you tell Ellory to kick me out through the competition?"

"Lena, you've got quite the imagination. Why don't you go write a novel or something? Who told you I have the power to sway Ellory's mind? Do I own the hospital? Does my word go?" Lena's face registered a flicker of surprise, her emotions steadying as the implication settled.

She suddenly felt foolish for her impatience. Josefina was just a girl from a modest background, not even favored by the Antonio family. What clout could she possibly have?

Lena's fiery temper cooled on the spot, and somewhat sheepishly, she offered a conciliatory smile. "Josie, I'm sorry. I spoke out of turn."

"So, how

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of embarrassment, "Yes, I wanted to ask Ellory

Ellory? Are you dissatisfied with the hospital? Surely, some of the hospital's leadership was there to observe.

have been misguided. "Josie, do you have something to discuss

Since you're here to see Ellory, I'll leave you to it." Josefina brushed past

office. Before Lena could speak, Ellory greeted her with a smile, "Lena, your performance in the competition was indeed subpar. Why don't you head back to school for a couple more years? There's no rush with work, you're young, and there's plenty of time

this was a polite

didn't want to forfeit this chance, and stood her ground. "Ellory, I just wasn't in the right headspace today. That's why I made mistakes. I'm usually not like this. Please, give me another chance." Ellory's smile vanished, replaced by a look of displeasure. "This hospital is not a playground for your moods. Do you think we can afford to have staff whose performance depends on their feelings? What kind of care would