Based on a combination of previous writings, real-life hospital experiences, memories from the past and a beautiful imagination for the future.
Once upon a time there was a woman hurriedly walking through the hospital. She was in such a hurry that her blonde hair looked like sparks flying behind her. She was carrying some books hugged to her chest. Her cheeks were flushed because of the speed and heat, her blue eyes brighter than ever.
The corridors of the hospital were slippery and she also had to avoid crashing into people standing in her way or walking in the opposite direction.
She came to a corner where she couldn't stop in time. She bumped into someone. Her books ended on the floor, together with the woman she ran into, and the notebook the other woman was carrying.
"Oh I'm so sorry" the blonde quickly apologized while reaching out to help the unknown woman get to her feet.
The brunette looked up and their eyes met. There was electricity in that stare.
"Ouch" the brunette said with a smile, standing up. She reached for her notebook and helped the blonde get her books.
"I'm sorry, doctor" she added, noticing the scrubs the blonde was wearing.
"No please, I should be the one apologizing. Are you alright?" the doctor asked with a kind smile.
The curious looks around them dissipated, deciding to mind their own business, and the two women kept talking, "I am doctor Lewis, nice to meet you" the blonde introduced herself, holding out her hand.
"Nice to meet you too, I wish it would have been under different circumstances". The brunette blushed slightly when she realized the other meaning her comment could have. "If you'll excuse me" she added quickly, "I need to go or my patient will get lost".
Without another word she left, walking fast down the corridor. Doctor Lauren Lewis watched her go until she disappeared around the corner.
Bo was sitting alone in the cafeteria. There was a half-eaten sandwich in front of her. It looked like she had lost interest in the sandwich and was concentrating on her notebook.
"Hey there" she heard someone near her and as she lifted her head she saw the doctor who had bumped into her earlier.
"Hey" Bo said smiling. The blonde was carrying a tray with some food so the brunette motioned kindly for her to take the other seat at the table.
"Thank you" The doctor said, "So um... Are you sure you're not hurt?" She asked.
The brunette laughed and assured she wasn't hurt at all. There was a moment of silence when Bo got back to her notebook and the doctor ate some salad.
"So... I've never seen you before and you don't wear a hospital badge... But yet you said you were here with a patient..." Lauren said, breaking the silence.
"Oh! Yes, well I don't work here. I am a psychologist, I have my own place but one of my patients needed extra help so I brought her and her mother here... I'm only the connection" Bo explained gently.
Lauren nodded. "I see... And your name is..."
The brunette blushed slightly, "I'm so sorry I didn't introduce myself, doctor... " her blush was increasing and she could actually feel the heat radiating from her face so she decided to shut up.
"Call me Lauren" the doctor said with a reassuring smile.
"Alright Lauren, you can call me Bo" the brunette said, and they shook hands again. The touch lingered for a bit more than needed.
"Is your patient alright?" Lauren asked kindly and truly interested.
"Yes, but the doctor wasn't very collaborative... I hate these doctors who can't listen to a psychologist because they think they are superior... Well she is MY patient and I have to give YOU information about her, you should listen, dammit"
Another blush, extra intense, was certainly visible this time on Bo's cheeks. She looks down, as if searching where to hide.
What the hell is going on with me? I just met this woman. For all I know She can be the boss here or very conservative or a friend of that doctor, and here I am saying all this... she thought.
"Well I don't really HATE anybody, but you know.." she mumbled as an attempt to make things better.
Lauren laughed, she thought that woman was being really cute.
"Well if you want to maybe I can help you with your patient?" She offered.
"Really?" Bo's eyes widened but quickly turned into a thin lines because of her bright smile.
Bo ran out of the bathroom with the towel wrapped loosely around her body, she had to hold it with one hand. She had to use her other hand to lean on the walls to avoid falling because her bare feet were wet and slippery. Luckily her phone kept on ringing and it wasn't that far away.
"Hello?" Bo answered. She didn't check who was calling her. Her breath was accelerated from the run.
"Hi Bo, it's Lauren" she heard from the other side of the line. "Are you busy?" Lauren asked, noticing the other woman sounded flustered.
"No, I was just getting into the shower, but I was expecting a call so I ran to pick up" Bo answered.
"Oh, should I hang up then...?" the blonde asked, disappointment showing slightly in her voice.
"No no, it's alright. Tell me" Bo said.
"Well, I have some information for you about your case. I called a colleague who can help you with it. She is an expert in that kind of patients and she always works with psychologists and other professionals so she won't be stupid like him" Lauren said, the last part comparing her suggested colleague with the previous doctor Bo had been talking to.
"Do you want to meet at the hospital tomorrow morning and we can talk about all the details?" She added.
"Hmm... I can't tomorrow, I have patients all day. What about the day after?" Bo asked.
"Ah, I have to go and teach an OBGYN and emergency class to med students then.. " Lauren answered, feeling slightly disappointed.
"I have an idea" Bo said, her smile sounding in her voice.
"Can I interest you for dinner tomorrow? We can grab a bite to eat in the city center and talk about the case", the brunette said.
"Sure! Great idea. I can meet you at 7:30PM? Let's meet in front of that new Italian place?" Lauren asked.
"Deal!"