In the relentless pace of Mercy General Hospital, nurse Alec Harper dedicates his life to saving others while trying to escape his own inner turmoil. One evening, a chance encounter with Dr. Kent-a charismatic and married physician-ignites a passion Alec can neither resist nor fully embrace. As their forbidden relationship intensifies, Alec finds himself entangled in a web of desire, secrecy, and moral conflict.
When a critical emergency pulls Dr. Kent away, Alec is left grappling with the reality of their actions. The corridors of the hospital, once a place of solace, become a gauntlet of suspicious glances and whispered rumors. The perceptive charge nurse, Cynthia, hints at knowing more than she lets on, adding to Alec's growing anxiety.
Haunted by guilt and the fear of losing his career, Alec must navigate the delicate balance between his heart and his responsibilities. With his world spiraling out of control, he faces a pivotal choice: confront the consequences of his actions or risk everything for a love that might be his undoing.
"Beneath the Scrubs" is a compelling tale of forbidden love and personal redemption. Set against the backdrop of life-and-death decisions, it explores the complexities of human relationships, the weight of secrets, and the courage it takes to find oneself amidst chaos.
A criminal mastermind makes a bold move against a wealthy client to put himself in a position to retire in comfort. He has no idea what he's up against when a young widow, desperate to make ends meet, sets her eyes on earning the bounty set on his head.
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Newly widowed housewife Melody Scott needs to earn some major cash, fast. When her bright and busy children learn that a priceless ruby bracelet has been stolen and a six-figure reward is being offered, they convince her to try to do what the police, museum security, and the best private investigators have failed to do. Working against them is a notorious thief who has met people from around the world, but who has never once encountered a woman like Melody Scott. When the sweet innocence of the Scott family clashes against criminal forces more dangerous than they ever imagined, Melody is all too aware that a mom's got to do what a mom's got to do to protect her family.
The Widow, Melody Scott is a 2021 Watty Award Winner!
Content Warning: This story does contain depictions of stalking behavior.