HERMIONE
The rest of the day passes without incident. Mercifully, I don't have any further slipups, and I confirm that I won't be taking on any surgeries in the meantime. This will give me sufficient time to practice and hone my skills again.
After work hours, I keep myself occupied with surgical props and videos, losing track of time as the night wears on.
The vibration of my phone cuts through the silence in the office, and I pause the video to see that it's a call from Aiden.
I take a deep breath and answer the call before it disconnects, noticing that it's already past nine.
Not typically a late hour for me in my previous single life, but now as a married woman, I have to allocate my time wisely, carefully balancing my work and personal life.
"Hey, Hermie," Aiden's voice come
