Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

"Aunt Donna, haven't you been feeling under the weather lately? I'm free today, so I thought I'd swing by and see how you're doing," Tara's voice came through the phone, gentle and soothing. Chelsea felt a tad awkward and cleared her throat before replying, "Tara, I really appreciate it, but I've already found someone else to help me out, and she's quite the whiz!" On the other end, Tara had just left the pharmacy, her eyebrows knitting in surprise.

Someone else besides her could treat Chelsea? And Chelsea seemed really impressed with this person. A girl as talented as she was?

Tara lowered her gaze, masking her expression, and asked with a smile, "Who's this miracle worker you've found?"

"Her name's Flora! She's fantastic!"

Chelsea couldn't help but get excited talking about Flora: "She's amazing-not only can she treat illnesses and whip up fragrances, but she can also create dietary recipes!" Flora?! Tara frowned. Wasn't this the same woman her mentor had praised?

She felt a twinge of irritation. Everyone used to sing her praises, but now it was all about Flora, and she wasn't loving that.

"Well, Chelsea, I hope you get better soon. I've heard whispers about Flora. She's new in our medical circles, so just be a little careful," Tara advised.

Chelsea laughed warmly, "No need to worry, not at all!"

"Don't underestimate Flora just because she's a newcomer. She's really something special! Honestly, Tara, I think there's a lot you could learn from her!"

Tara's face darkened. Learn from Flora? Learn what, exactly? She was the cherished daughter of the Roth family, and Flora was just a newcomer, an orphan at that. Was she really worth learning from? Tara scoffed, tucking her phone away. Uncle Sam had promised her some sweet and sour pork ribs today.

Samuel, the head of the Roth family, was a man of high standing, yet he would cook for her, showing just how much he adored her.

Truth be told, she wasn't a fan of sweet and sour pork ribs, but since she heard her mother loved them, she pretended to like them, hoping for a bit more affection and attention from Samuel.

Flora was quick on her feet, treating all the ladies, and by the time she was done, they felt their old ailments had all but disappeared, leaving them feeling healthier than ever!

"Chelsea, this is for you," Flora said, handing her sachet. "Aunt Mae mentioned you've been keen on starting a family. Keep this with you and follow the dietary recipe I gave you. As long as you and your husband give it your all, I promise you'll be expecting in no time."

Flora spoke candidly, but her sincere tone made it feel perfectly natural, especially in a room full of women.

Chelsea was thrilled. She and her husband had been trying for years without success, leaving them both feeling quite downhearted.

But now Flora was confidently claiming she'd be pregnant within three months.Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.

Chelsea was almost beside herself with joy, carefully tucking the sachet away.

"Mae, the Gilbert family really hit the jackpot with Flora," one lady nudged Mae with a knowing smile. "Don't worry, we're all backing you in the family council."

Mae grinned. She hadn't given it much thought, but Flora truly was a blessing for the Gilbert family.

The Schuler family, on the other hand, were complete fools to let a gem like Flora slip through their fingers, only to bring about their own downfall.