No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 854

Fanny had just finished with her last patient and was about to take a sip of her coffee when she heard a sharp knock on her office door.

She swallowed hard and called out, "Come in!"

As the door swung open, Fanny's eyes widened in surprise. "Mom, what on earth are you doing here?"

"I'm here for a check-up!" Joie's tone was as sharp as cheddar cheese.

Fanny glanced over her mom's shoulder, searching for another familiar face.

"Joie, where's Uncle Bob? Didn't he come with you?"

"Your sign outside says 'No Men Allowed,' doesn't it?" Joie's retort made Fanny chuckle despite herself. "That doesn't apply to Uncle Bob."

"What, he's not a man now?" Joie was clearly in a feisty mood.

a family dinner, but Fanny had been dodging calls and making excuses.

middle of work. Can we do this later? I'll come

desk with a flourish. "Check it out. I signed up fair and square. No

Fanny slipped into her professional role, clearing her throat. "Alright, then.

Joie replied, crossing

I'm an OBGYN. If it's not in my department, I might have to refer you

I'm consulting with Dr. Willis right here," Joie

In

she wasn't going to talk her way out of this one and pleaded, "Mom, you're holding up the queue. There are other

wasn't lying; the waiting room was indeed

them. I know how dedicated you

a freight train when she set her mind to it. The only person who might sway her was Uncle Sinclair. Though younger by a couple of decades, Joie

a quick text to

are you doing on your phone? Is that how you treat your patients? Put it down, or