Chapter 17 First steps into medicine

The waiting got longer than had been expected, so Rosie decided to visit Dr Fanrock that day. Besides, it had been agreed that she would help him with patients but after that it wasn't mentioned anymore. The girl thought it was right the time to realise this agreement.

The doctor said that no news had come yet. And then the girl reminded of her wish to help sick people.

"Ah, this... Forgive me, Miss Vernon. You see, I just don't know what you are afraid of and so couldn't think the tasks for you."

"I'll tell you. I am afraid of insects, high way men and mighty fools. I hope that you will be able to find something for me for sure."

"Indeed!" he chuckled. "But, Miss Vernon, about the flowers..." he said with some anxiety and then stopped.

"What is with flowers?"

"They are from the locality which is here called Lady's prominence, aren't they?"

"Why, yes."