A Thorough Examination

"That's why I need you."

"…What?"

"Not the famous doctors in the capital. I'm asking you—the person who knows my condition best and possesses greater skill than anyone else—to become my personal physician."

Gulp.

I heard Elise's throat bob as she swallowed.

Ding.

[The skill 'Captivating Speech' stimulates 'Elise von Kleist's' research drive and sense of duty as a physician.]

['Elise von Kleist' has accepted your proposal.]

"…I understand. I swear."

Her cheeks flushed red...