diff --git a/engines/sherlock/scalpel/scalpel_talk.cpp b/engines/sherlock/scalpel/scalpel_talk.cpp
index 55cf8207262..80d7d7bae2e 100644
--- a/engines/sherlock/scalpel/scalpel_talk.cpp
+++ b/engines/sherlock/scalpel/scalpel_talk.cpp
@@ -187,6 +187,11 @@ void ScalpelTalk::talkTo(const Common::String filename) {
 		// WORKAROUND: Original game bug causes the results of testing the powdery substance
 		// to disappear too quickly. Introduce a delay to allow it to be properly displayed
 		ui._menuCounter = 30;
+	} else if (filename == "Lesl24z.tlk") {
+		// WORKAROUND: Walking to the flower girl the first time triggers
+		// this automatic talk. This should abort any other action, such
+		// as trying to look at her, else the UI gets corrupted
+		_talkToAbort = true;
 	}
 }