LOGINIt would be a stretch to call those run-ins coincidences. Alex planned every single one of them. “Mrs. York,” Sheila said. Serenity replied, “No need for the formalities, Dr. Jones. Just call me Serenity. I’m just a few years older than you.” “Serenity.” Not one to put on airs, Sheila went along with Serenity’s suggestion. Sheila met Serenity in Alex’s ward before. “It’s been a while. You’re looking more radiant than ever,” Sheila complimented from the bottom of her heart. Despite being a mother of two children, Serenity took great care of herself. She looked to be around Sheila’s age, not older. “You’re gorgeous as well.” Serenity looked sharp and smart in business attire. She had grown to be more mature and grounded with a touch of poise than a few years back. Her years of experience in business changed her. Unlike when she ran a bookshop, she now handled big-time contracts. Sheila turned to Callia. “This must be your daughter.” “Yes. This is my daughter, Call
“When are you planning to take your trip in the fall, Alex?” Grandma May asked. Alex replied, “I can clear my schedule whenever. It might be tough for Sheila since her time off is only a single day.” She had to work shifts on rotation even for Christmas and New Year’s. “Two days off should be enough for the trip. You can take the family’s private chopper. It makes travel swift and convenient.” Sheila uttered, “There’s no need for all that trouble, Grandma May. I don’t get a lot of time for trips. “I’ll keep my vacation on a road trip in the county.” As a compromise, Grandma May said, “Alright then. Alex will take you on a drive the next time you get leave from work. We can travel across the county. Nothing beats the sights near home.“I can go on the trip. Zack is not going to stop me from staying local.” Since Grandma May would be joining the trip, Sheila considered the offer for a moment before uttering, “We’ll talk more when the time comes.” “Great. We’ll give you t
As Grandma May put it, the young family members had to work. It was hard for them to find time out of their day to keep her company. “You’re impossible to talk to. Every time we speak, you somehow kill the conversation. I’d rather talk to Sheila.” Alex was lost for words. Sheila burst into laughter. “I think you’re mistaken, Grandma May. I think Alex is a delight to talk to. He knows a lot. I can talk about anything with him. He has some input even when we discuss medical topics.” “Well, in any case, I don’t enjoy a conversation with him. He gets on my nerves sometimes. I only tolerate him because I’m his nana.” Alex replied, “…Sure, whatever makes you happy, Nana.” Grandma May was free to take all the jabs in the world at him. It was a good thing that by doing so, Grandma May secured an opportunity to invite Sheila to his place. “It could just be the generational gap.” Sheila said with a smile, “Okay. I’ll brave a visit to Alex’s when you’re feeling bored on my next
The trio exited the hospital. Sheila arrived at work on her electric bike while Alex drove his Maybach to take Grandma May for her check-up. “Sheila, join us for the car ride. We can talk on the drive over.” Since the electric bike was not the safest transport, Grandma May invited Sheila to ride in the car. Alex said, “I can take you home after lunch if you want to head home for a rest. I can drive you back for your afternoon shift as well. You can ride your e-bike back in the evening.” Sheila replied, “Sounds like a plan.” She helped Grandma May into the car and hopped in. “Do you have a car, Sheila? Alex knows a lot of cars. He can give you the lowdown on any model out there.” Sheila was thoughtful to fasten the seatbelt for Grandma May. Grandma May was not getting any younger, and it showed in her agility. She had a little bit of trouble buckling up. Grandma May happily accepted the help when Sheila readily offered. “I own a car, but it’s nothing like Alex’s. It’
Although young and new to Wiltspoon General Hospital, Sheila’s medical expertise quickly earned her patients’ trust. Her appointment slots filled up rather quickly when Sheila was on duty at the clinic. Sheila offered Grandma May a few words of advice before heading back to work. A while later, Alex returned and saw Grandma May sitting outside the clinic. He approached and murmured, “Why aren’t you waiting inside? I thought you’d want to chat with Sheila.” “Now isn’t the time or place. Can’t you see that she has a lot of patients waiting?“Come on. Sheila should be off duty by the time we finish these tests.” That would be Grandma May’s cue to ask Sheila to join them for a meal. Alex escorted his nana to get her labs done. Since the hospital was packed, there was a line in every department. By the end of Grandma May’s last test, the morning shift was finally over. Worried that Sheila had already left, Grandma May told Alex to check the treatment clinic while she wai
While Zachary took Callia to Serenity’s office, Alex was at the hospital with Grandma May, waiting for her number to be called. Grandma May made sure to book an appointment with Sheila. Even with an appointment, Grandma May and Alex had to wait for their turn because of the people ahead of them. “Are you hungry, Nana?” Alex asked worriedly, not wanting her to go hungry for too long. “I thought the appointment would put you at the front of the line. Had I known it was going to be a long wait, I’d have worked up the nerve to ask Sheila to squeeze you in earlier.” Grandma May glared at him and said, “Is this how I raised you? Where are your manners? “I’m only going for a physical, and nothing more. We should wait our turn like everyone else. Don’t skip the line. There are people here seeking medical treatment. I raised you better than to use our connections to take an opportunity away from a patient who needs the doctor more.“I’m not hungry. Stop asking me every five minutes
Along the way, Elisa kept thanking Mr. Reading. Mr. Reading smiled and said, “It was no trouble at all. Our families are considered relatives, so you don’t need to be so courteous, Ms. Stone.” He stopped at the villa entrance and looked at Elisa. Afterward, he reached into the hidden pocket of his s
It was not related to work.Again, Serenity asked Zachary with her pretty eyes glowing, “What’s it then? Tell me. We’re a couple. We shouldn’t hide anything from each other. As you said, you’ll never hide anything from me no matter what it is.”“Honey.”Zachary said in a low voice, “Someone flirted wit
Cutting Zachary off, Mr. Daniels solemnly uttered, “We have agreed on the project, and I’m happy to work with your company. I am a man of my word. I won’t change my mind about the partnership, and I hope you will do the same. “I take what Jenna has done seriously, and I will deal with her when I get
Liberty thanked Zachary. Zachary said, “We’re family, Liberty. You don’t have to be so courteous.”He even feared that she would not accept his help. Luckily, she was rushing to move places and took up his offer. With her brother-in-law’s assistance, Liberty moved out of her apartment quickly while Z







