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.

for a family dinner, but Fanny had been

do this later? I'll come by after my shift,"

slapped a registration slip onto the desk with a flourish. "Check it out. I signed up

Fanny slipped into her professional role, clearing her throat. "Alright, then. What seems to be

the problem," Joie replied, crossing

have

going anywhere. I'm consulting with Dr. Willis right here," Joie insisted, slamming her palm on the desk

In

the intensity of Joie's determination. Fanny realized she wasn't going to talk her way out of

wasn't lying; the waiting

then move on to them. I know how dedicated you are to your work,"

when she set her mind to it. The only person who might sway her was Uncle Sinclair.

typed a quick text to her uncle:

as she sent it, Joie snapped, "What are you doing on your phone? Is that how you treat your patients? Put it down, or I'll