Chapter 206. It Is My Decision

Lena’s POV

The next day, I buried myself in work because that has always been the easier way to distract myself.

I was walking out of my office to begin my rounds when I heard someone call my name.

“Dr. Pretakis.”

I turned at the sound of a nurse calling my name. “Yes?”

“The patient in ward three is ready for review.”

“Alright, I’m coming.”

For the next few hours, I moved from one ward to another, checking vitals, reviewing cases, and discussing treatments with the team.

Every time my mind tried to drift back to Lucas, I forced myself to refocus on my work.

By the time lunch break came, I was exhausted. I had just stepped out of the last ward when I heard a familiar voice behind me.

“Lena.”

Leonard was standing outside the ward in a crisp shirt, hands tucked casually into his pockets, but his expression was anything but casual.

We haven’t had the time to talk since Lucas came.

“Dr. Smith,” I greeted