Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 37:

Norah gave a smile but remained silent. Silence was best at this moment.

Norah could only remember Baylor and Jolie on her first day at work. Jolie had guided Norah, carrying medical

files as they made their rounds. After that, Jolie showed Norah around for a while.

“These are the patients under my care,” Jolie explained. “Once you're more familiar with the policies and

procedures here, Jamison will likely assign sto you.”

Noticing that Norah didn’t have much to do, Baylor suggested, “Dr. Wilson, you might want to look over

additional case files. Jamison will evaluate our performance at the end of the month, and anyone falling short

might face serious consequences.”

Baylor left the nature of the repercussions to the imagination.

Norah had a good impression of Jamison, seeing him as a committed and diligent doctor who always encouraged

the team to stay focused and enhance their skills, even during a hectic schedule. He had no tolerance for

laziness or neglect among the doctors.

In Norah's observation, the prospects at Silver Boulder Private Hospital's Cardiac Surgery Department seemed

promising. And undoubtedly, it was a busy place.

Jolie shared, “The Cardiac Surgery Department has eight doctors. Two are away on exchange programs, three are

busy with outpatient consultations, and one is currently in surgery and hasn't finished yet. Dr. Padilla and | are

responsible for making rounds today.”

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This made Norah realize just how bustling the Cardiac Surgery Department was. They were in charge of

everything, whether outpatient or inpatient care. Norah nodded, having assumed fewer doctors worked here.

“The department is filled with highly skilled doctors. Take Baylor, for example. He may cacross as soft-

spoken, but his surgical skills are remarkable! Yet, when it comes to surgery, the Supernatural Doctor is in a

league of her own. Her success rate in operations is a staggering 100%! It’s unbelievable,” Jolie said.

Jolie glanced around and leaned in to whisper to Norah, “Whenever Jamison holds a meeting, he can’t stop

praising the Supernatural Doctor. But it’s been a couple of years since | heard anything about her. I'm not sure if

she’s retired. I'd love to learn from her. Her skills are just out of this world.”

Norah responded with a laugh, “Stories have a way of getting blown out of proportion. She might not be as

miraculous as everyone says.”

Jolie quickly objected, “That's not true at all! In my eyes, the Supernatural Doctor is nothing short of

extraordinary! She’s my role model, and Jamison admires her greatly, too! He is always talking about her. Not

only is the Supernatural Doctor a master surgeon, but her unique healing techniques are also something. She

has talents that go beyond the operating table!”

Strength often drew admiration, and the Supernatural Doctor had quite the legendary status, known far and

wide.

Jolie was just like everyone else in this regard, harboring a profound respect for the Supernatural Doctor. Norah

didn’t push the conversation any further and was just about to show her agreement with what Jolie was saying

when the sound of Jamison’s uninterested voice cut in.

“Have you finished your tasks? Is there tfor a chat?”

Jolie stopped talking at once and turned around, responding solemnly, “Jamison, Dr. Wilson and | were not just

chatting. | was briefing her on the department’s policies.”

Norah stayed calm, her face untroubled, making it seem like Jolie's explanation was perfectly acceptable.

Jamison gave a dismissive scoff. “If you're looking for something to do, chelpsort out the patient files

and draft case reports.”

He made a point to look directly at Norah before he walked off.

Norah understood that Jamison had approached them on purpose with his remarks, but she wasn’t bothered.

After all, focusing on the job was exactly what she was there to do.

On top of that, Jamison kept a close eye on her, like a vigilant hawk, poised to spot any slip-ups and give a

heads-up. Since she started working at the hospital, Norah had been tagging along with Jamison more often

during rounds in the Cardiac Surgery Department. The outpatient duties were divided among six other doctors

on rotation, leaving Norah no room to join in.

Jolie had mentioned that the schedule for cardiac consultations was quite packed.

Norah ended up doing a variety of tasks in the Cardiac Surgery Department.

In an unexpected turn, Norah even helped Gil with surgery in the Neurosurgery Department. The doctors were

puzzled as to why a doctor with her abilities wasn’t working with them instead of the Cardiac Surgery

Department. Gil simply offered a smile in response, not explaining.

At the Carter family’s villa, Kathy was relaxing on the couch while Madeline was at the dressing table, applying

her makeup.

“Madeline, my brother mentioned he met your parents recently. How did that go?” Kathy asked.

Kathy had been grounded at hsince their last outing to the racetrack, undergoing what Sharon considered

necessary discipline. It was only recently that she had been allowed out again. Derek had once mentioned

meeting Madeline's parents over a meal, and Kathy took note of it.

While shaping her eyebrows, Madeline answered, “It went well. Derek brought up the idea of our parents

meeting to set a date for the wedding.”

“That's good to know. Rest assured, Madeline, once | return home, I'll surely put in a good word for you with my

mom. She doesn’t quite get you, and that was the reason she disliked you. Don't let it get to you. Mom's just

looking out for my brother,” Kathy replied, patting her chest.

Yet, Kathy’s mood darkened as she remembered what happened to Derek years ago. She soon comforted

herself, thinking that those issues were between her brother and Madeline. As Derek’s sister, her main concern

was his happiness. Given how seemingly well Madeline treated Derek now, Kathy doubted the past problems

would happen again.

Madeline paused in her makeup routine and said, “I've said it. I'm willing to put up with any treatment from

Sharon as long as | can be with Derek.”

Holding the eyebrow pencil more firmly, Madeline added warmly, “Kathy, you're so sweet. Your words do make