Yellow Mark Disease (7)

"Th-that's amazing, Saliera! The new special remedy is complete!"

Facing Saliera, who was surrounded by a gloomy air, I tried to brighten the mood by putting on an especially cheerful voice.

In fact, the newly completed special remedy was right before us.

Even in the dim cave lit by torches, a sparkling glow could be seen rising from the bottom of the bowl containing the medicine.

Saliera quietly replied, "That's right. I'm glad the special remedy is complete," then lined small cups up on the table, one for each patient, and carefully poured the remedy into them.

Once she had poured all the medicine into the glasses, she placed a hand against her chest and gazed at the freshly portioned remedy with deep emotion.

"I've divided the special remedy into fifty-two portions. The children's doses are half the adults'. I was able to distribute the Great Saint-sama's precious remedy without leaving behind even a single drop. ...This is about as much as I can do, at least."

With that, Saliera lowered her head dejectedly.

I was wondering what to say to Saliera, who looked so downcast despite having just completed the special remedy, when she quickly raised her head.

It seemed she'd pulled herself together in that short time, and I was relieved to see a little energy return to Saliera's face...