Not A Small-Town Girl
Chapter 23-2

Chapter 23-2

"You can leave, but only if you promise to rest and stay off your phone," Danielle replied, her tone firm but kind.

"Okay, I’ll listen to you," Logan agreed quickly, his face lighting up at the thought of finally going home.

Danielle gave him a small smile and let the matter drop.

Outside the room, whispers and chatter filled the hallway as doctors and nurses exchanged observations about the pair.

"Mr. Charrington is so tall and handsome. Plus, he’s well-educated and from such a prestigious family," one nurse gushed.

"Did you see the girl with him? She’s stunning! That skin, those legs-she looks like she stepped right out of a movie," another added, unable to hide her admiration.

"Mr. Charrington and that young lady make such a striking couple."

"I’ve seen her before. She was the lead surgeon for Logan’s operation."

"What are you all chatting about instead of working?" Savannah’s sharp voice interrupted as she approached.

The nurses quickly greeted her. "Good morning, Dr. Watson. We just saw Mr. Charrington go into Logan’s room with a young lady. You know her- she’s the one who performed Logan’s surgery."

At the mention of Danielle, Savannah’s expression darkened. She prided herself on being the youngest doctor with numerous awards, but she’d never felt so humiliated. Even Ethan wouldn’t stop praising Danielle after that surgery.

Bitterly, she thought, ’That bitch just got lucky saving Logan, and now, she’s clinging to Mr. Charrington!’

"She was lucky, and that’s all. Now, back to work," Savannah said curtly, brushing them off before heading toward Logan’s room.

Inside, the sound of laughter filled the air until a knock interrupted.

"Logan, how are you feeling today? I’m here to check on you," Savannah said, forcing a smile as she stepped in.

"I’m fine. My future granddaughter-in-law already examined me. No need for another check-up," Logan replied, beaming with pride.

Savannah froze. "Future granddaughter-in-law? You mean this young lady?" She gestured at Danielle, struggling to hide her disbelief. When she’d seen Danielle the last time, Danielle barely knew Logan.

"That’s right. She’s brilliant with medicine," Logan said, clearly pleased.

"Logan, we’re professional doctors, and we care about your health," Savannah replied, trying to sound composed but feeling her frustration boil. She believed that maybe she’d have caught David’s attention instead if Danielle hadn’t been in that operating room.