Chapter 23

Harold held me and said, "She's the best after all," and I saw Adam twitch again.

"Indeed," Adam responded, turning to me, "Dr. Richards, if you aren't so busy later, maybe we can review your performance report. Last time, we weren't able to complete it.”

Neither of us could get going.

However, I kept my thoughts to myself.

"Unfortunately, I anticipate a heavy workload. Today, Harold and I have scheduled time to hang out. I hope that's okay with you.”

''No... no, I don't,'' he said.

As a consolation, I suggested, "Well, if it helps, you can check on the performance reports of the other doctors," but I actually meant something different. I knew he got what I was getting at because of the irritated grin on his face.

"That reminds me, do I have to send in mine soon?" asked Harold.

I said, "You'll deal with that later," drag