Chapter 76 - Different Ambitions

Professor Frank smiled at Viona's surprised expression. He then handed over a file containing the results of the meeting and the names of doctors who would be included in the young professor competition.

Viona was shocked that her name was number one on the list. A forced smile crossed Viona's beautiful face.

"After you're elected as a professor, your career will develop more rapidly, Doctor," added Professor Frank, explaining in more detail.

Viona, who was not interested, seemed reluctant to listen to Professor Frank's explanation. She had never been obsessed with becoming a professor.

If she had wanted it, Viona would have taken the opportunity a long time ago. A hospital in Japan had even offered Viona the position since she was still working in a hospital in London.

"Okay, I hope you will be excited to participate in this competition. If there is anything that you don't understand, don't hesitate to ask me, Doctor Viona," said Professor Frank, ending his explanation.

"Yes, Sir," replied Viona, who then excused herself to get back to work again.

Walking down the hallway, Viona had mixed feelings. She recalled the words of Maria, who used to tell her how her husband, George, had sincerely chosen to go to the conflict areas to treat war victims, rather than stay in a large hospital, until he finally had to surrender to smallpox, which took his life.

"I want to be like you, Father and Mother," Viona said softly, as she closed her eyes and leaned against the wall, remembering her two adoptive parents.

"Okay Viona! Don't give up. You can do it!" Viona encouraged herself, then walked to her office near the operating room.

When Viona returned, many female doctors glanced at her. They didn't like it when they found out that Viona went to see Professor Frank.

Viona's smile grew when she saw the young doctors leave upon her arrival, including Dr. Amy, who had openly confessed her feelings for Professor Frank in front of the other doctors.

"Don't mind them, Doc. Don't think about it," said Nurse Tina, welcoming Viona.

"I'm used to it," Viona replied with a smile.

They smiled then went to the treatment room to do rounds before lunchtime arrived. The patient's family who was treated by Viona seemed very satisfied with her service. They often brought food to Viona, even though Viona had forbidden it.

After completing her duties, Viona and Nurse Tina went to the cafeteria together. When they passed the notice board near the director's room, they stopped when they saw many people gathered there to read the announcement.

Nurse Tina looked enthusiastically at the notice board. She was happy when she saw Viona's name listed on the first position.

"Wow, congrats, Doctor!" shouted Nurse Tina excitedly as she walked towards Viona.

"Ssssh," said Viona, putting one finger to her mouth and gesturing to Nurse Tina not to be noisy.

"I'm sure you will pass and ..." joked Sister Tina excitedly.

"Alright, alright, let's eat ... I'm hungry," said Viona quickly, interrupting Nurse Tina's words.

Some doctors in the cafeteria whispered when they saw Viona and Tina enter. They talked about Viona being selected to be a candidate for young professor at the hospital, even though Viona was a new doctor at Global Bross Hospital.

This, of course, spurred jealousy from other doctors who had worked in the hospital for a long time.

Viona enjoyed her lunch while enduring insinuations from other doctors. Meanwhile, Nurse Tina, who was ready to explode, had to hold back her emotions, as Viona had held her hand under the table as a gesture not to be provoked.

"Why do you stay quiet? They must be taught a lesson. The names on the list are chosen directly by the professors in this hospital," said Nurse Tina irritably, when they left the cafeteria.

"Come on, Nurse … You don't need to waste your energy by arguing about such insignificant things," Viona replied with a smile.

"You are too kind!" protested Nurse Tina with a raised voice, then walked quickly leaving Viona.

Viona just smiled seeing her assistant sulk. For Viona, becoming a professor was not her main goal. She then followed Nurse Tina, who had walked into the practice room again to return to work before her working hours ended.

***

At Endurance Corporation.

At his desk, Fernando was smiling with satisfaction when he received the news that the competition for the selection of professors would start soon. Although he was still a little annoyed to see that Professor Frank was Viona's supervisor.

"I will help you climb to the top of your career, Viona, until everyone admires you, until finally they know that the great Doctor Viona belongs to Fernando," Fernando said softly, as he looked at his laptop screen containing the plan to find a new professor at Global Bross.

As one of the shareholders in Global Bross, Fernando would also know all the important matters that occur at the hospital. When he heard about this important competition, he immediately offered Viona's name first, even though without Fernando's vote, the professors had already chosen her as well.

Finally, the days of the competition began. The candidates consisted of 20 female and male doctors who began to give maximum results, including Viona. Viona didn't want to look ridiculous in front of her seniors. She had to prove that she had the ability to be considered. 

Four days had passed, and the competition was still running. Viona already seemed busy with her research with Professor Frank, which made many other female doctors jealous of Viona.

"Okay, Vio, tomorrow is the last day until the day after the determination. I hope you can continue like this and fix your report," said Professor Frank with a smile, when he saw Viona's report which was almost completed.

"That's great," replied Viona sincerely.

Viona then walked to her locker to get ready to go home. The four-day competition really took her time. She even refused Andrew's invitation to go to the cinema.

As she walked to the bus stop to go home, her cell phone suddenly vibrated. Quickly she grabbed her cell phone from her bag. Her face immediately beamed when she read the message on her cell phone. She quickly ran to the side of the road to hail a taxi.

After riding the taxi for almost an hour, Viona finally arrived at the airport. She walked excitedly towards the arrival gate. He waved in the air.

"Jenni … Amina ..!!" Viona shouted excitedly.