Albert turned to face the voice.

There stood Joshua Barnes, the hospital director, accompanied by.

Jessies beau, Axel, and Debra, Joshuas daughter.

Joshua was all smiles and eager to introduce Axell and Debra to Albert.

This is my daughter, Debra. Shes in pediatric surgery.

And meet Dr. Calderon. Hes a talented surgeon.

Alberts gaze lingered on the couple. Eventually, he grinned and quipped, Seems like youve got high hopes for Dr. Calderon. Looks like hes your top pick for a son-in-law.

Joshua was slightly taken aback.

Axell, curious for his reaction. Axells lips moved, but eventually

was eager for

impress Albert. With their shared history, itd be easier to discuss business. Plus,

Debra could bond with his

thought had Joshua beaming from

Axell was feeling uneasy.

had misread Axel. He had planned to clear things up post-surgery,

pulled him in

hadnt anticipated it was

ushered those three into the room. Debra, eager to display her nurturing side, bent down beside the bed, gently

Jeslyn a glass of warm

about Jessies departure, Debra approached, wearing an overly warm

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