Page 3 of Fourteen of a Kind

“She is. She walked into the O.R. with tears in her eyes. Poor girl.”

“I never liked that arrogant asshole,” she said, climbing off my lap.

“He’s on his way up here,” I smirked.

“This is why I love you so much.” She leaned down and kissed my lips. “Family first.”

“Always, babe.”

“Good luck.” Her pager went off. “I have to go. I’ll see you later.”

When Charleigh left my office, Shaun walked in.

“Hey, what brings you here?” I grinned.

“I had a meeting. How’s everything going?”

“Things are about to get ugly if you want to stay for the show,” I sighed.

“Why? What happened?” He sat across from my desk and brought his ankle up to his leg.

“Ella caught Dr. Piazza having sex in the on-call room with one of the nurses.”

“Shit.” He sighed, running his hand down his face. “How is she?”

“Heartbroken. But she’s a warrior and will get through it.”

“I think I'll stay for this show.” He grinned. “Have you got any popcorn?”

I chuckled, leaning back in my chair. “Don’t mention what happened to the family. She’ll tell everyone when she’s ready. Marcy, where is Dr. Piazza?” I shouted.

She walked into my office. “He’s with a patient. He’ll be up when he’s done.”

“Thank you. Also, I want Penelope Frankel up here after Dr. Piazza leaves.”

“Okay, Dr. Kind.”

A few moments later, Dr. Piazza walked in.

“You wanted to see me, Dr. Kind?”

“Shut the door,” I said. “Have a seat.”

“Shaun.” He nodded.

“Dr. Piazza,” Shaun said.

“Listen, Dr. Kind?—”

“No! You sit there, shut up, and you listen to me.” I pointed at him. “It is against hospital policy to have sex anywhere in this hospital, especially with another employee.”

“Of course, she told you.”

“Excuse me?” I narrowed my eyes.

“Watch your words, Landon,” Shaun said.

“Here’s the thing, Dr. Piazza. You’re fired.”