Chapter 33

The next day, the name of the new head nurse was announced. I was delighted to hear that I had been chosen as the new head nurse. I could hardly believe it. I had worked tirelessly for this moment, and now, it was finally real. My phone buzzed in my pocket. I pulled it out and saw a flood of notifications. The first message was from Rose: 'Anna!! Congratulations, girl! You totally deserve this. Let's celebrate later—my treat.' A smile spread across my face. Rose had been my closest confidante, my one true friend in this place. I quickly typed a reply. 'Thank you, Rose. Dinner is on me tonight.' More messages followed. But one that caught my eye was Lucian's message. My lips stretched wider as I read it. 'My queen, I knew they'd recognize your brilliance. We'll celebrate properly. Leave everything to me.' Warmth flooded my chest. I bit my lip, wondering what surprise he had planned for me. My fingers hovered over the screen before I typed back, 'I can't wait.' Then, my eyes flickered to