Internship replaced 4

She lowered her eyes as she walked over to pack up the medical kit, not forgetting her duties as a doctor. "The wound shouldn't get wet for now. Disinfect it once a day, and try to wear loose clothing to avoid irritating the wound."

She placed the medications down. "This one is for oral use, and this one is for external application."

Shane didn't turn around, merely responding with a faint "Hmm."

Callie didn't say much more either.

She picked up her medical kit and walked out.

She hailed a cab back to the hospital, and it was almost eleven o'clock by the time she arrived. She grabbed a bite to eat at the hospital cafeteria. Just as she returned to her department, the director called her into his office.

"I've decided to send Belinda Ayers to the training at the Second Military District General Hospital," the director said, his expression serious, as if he had something difficult to say.

Callie was taken aback and couldn't help but ask, "Wasn't I supposed to go?"

"You know, all those high-tech medical devices in our hospital were donated by Skyreach Corporation. President Robinson asked me to look after Dr. Ayers, and I can't refuse him."

Hearing Shane's name made Callie a bit nervous. Although she had become Shane Robinson's wife with the approval of both families, the two of them had never officially met.

She had only seen him in financial magazines and on TV.

Him and Belinda?

Callie felt a pang in her heart but maintained a calm exterior. "Is that so?" she asked.

"Yes, we have full confidence in your professionalism and medical skills," the director reassured her. Among the young doctors, she was the one he admired the most.

Callie lowered her eyes. "I understand."

She knew that as the wife forced upon him, she was insignificant and would never hold a place in his heart.

"I have a surgery this afternoon, so I'll be leaving now," she said.

She knew deep down that this situation was beyond repair.

The director sighed and let her go about her work.

By the afternoon, after two surgeries, she was utterly exhausted. She washed her hands, took off her blue surgical gown, and sat down to rest.

Belinda walked in.

"Dr. Norris," she said with a smile. "How about I treat you to dinner?"

"I have other plans," Callie politely declined. She and Belinda were not particularly close but merely colleagues.

They had graduated from the same university, the same year.

But Belinda had a strong, competitive personality. She loved being in the spotlight and comparing herself to others.

Callie, on the other hand, preferred quiet and enjoyed reading. They were simply not on the same wavelength.

That's why they never became good friends.

"I see," Belinda replied, looking troubled. "Actually, I need to talk to you about something."

Callie stood up to hang her coat, not looking at her. "Go ahead."

For some reason, knowing that Belinda had a connection with Shane made Callie want to distance herself even more.

"You've probably heard by now, right? I'm really sorry, I didn't know the director would..."

"It's fine," Callie interrupted her.

Belinda lowered her eyes, her gaze shifting. "Also, about me not being at the hospital last night, could you keep that a secret? I’m about to start an internship at the main hospital, and I don't want any complications."

The excuse seemed a bit cheap.

Callie knew Belinda liked to play these kinds of games and said, "I won't say anything."

Covering a shift for a colleague was a common affair.

Everyone had emergencies from time to time.

Outside the hospital, the sky was getting darker, and the streetlights had already come on.

A black luxury SUV was parked at the entrance. Gabriel was inside, boasting, "My junior's medical skills are pretty good, right?"

Shane lounged lazily in the car, recalling how calm and efficient she was while treating his wound. He had to admit, he was impressed with her abilities.

"Miss Ayers," Henry reminded from the front seat.

Shane lowered the car window.

Belinda walked over.

Gabriel saw her and raised an eyebrow slightly. "Belinda."

"You know her?" Henry asked, turning around.

Gabriel nodded. "She was my junior in school."

Shane looked up, a glimmer of light flashing in his eyes.

Was she the one who saved him last night and treated his wounds today?

She—

Henry sighed, "Is Cupid finally awake?"

Had he finally decided to play matchmaker for his boss?

Gabriel frowned. "What are you talking about?"

"President Robinson."

At that moment, Belinda walked over, interrupting their conversation.