The Doctor Cured the Villainess and Ran Away

46 – 46. The Healing Nurse (1)

“Jeon Seogu has contacted us.”

The next day, they started working along with Bruno’s report.

She also informed Tanya about her survival news.

Unlike the Emperor’s Imperial Guard who would teleport back, she would have to walk back from the Main Base, so it would take a few more days.

Knowing that there would be concerns, she asked Bruno to take care of Jeon Seogu.

“Well, there’s no time for a break.”

“I heard there’s a rumor that Moonlight Archery will receive a medal for subduing a dragon.”

“Ah, decorating medals is troublesome but nice. No chance for a reward leave?”

“Hmm, should I disguise myself as a teacher and work in your place?”

“Bruno, I can’t tell whether you’re serious or joking, so stop sulking.”

What is this guy twice my size even talking about?

I touched the status window and went to examine Assela.

[Medicine has ranked up to C. You can choose two new skills to learn.]

There were two new skills available.

Instead of the [Prescription] route I used before, I’m going for the [Diagnosis] route.

“Next skill after the blood test.”

As I checked the skill name, I couldn’t help but let out a sigh of admiration.

The skill tree opened along with the increase in the Medicine rank.

The skill directly connected to Diagnosis and Blood Test was right there.

[X-ray Imaging D]

I didn’t need to think twice. I touched the status window and completed the acquisition.

An X-ray is both the beginning and end of the diagnostic stage.

It’s not a pleasant expression. In terms of wavelength, it’s closer to gamma.

With this, not only can I intuitively treat fractures that I had relied on touch for until now, but I can also accurately detect various diseases.

I have to try it out to understand how it works, though.

Of course, it’s not like lasers will come out of my eyes or suddenly bones will be the only thing I see in my field of vision.

“Let’s see what else there is.”

In the Prescription route, [Prescription Writing] was available to acquire.

This route could probably be combined with alchemy, but it’s not immediately necessary.

Next, in the Emergency Treatment route, a captivating word caught my eye.

[Surgery (Basic) C: Perform basic level surgery without any failures.]

“Oh.”

Surgery, too, was a skill that piqued my interest.

Even though I’ve observed surgeries, I haven’t personally experienced performing surgery.

I have some basic knowledge, but with just my skills, it’s impossible to perform surgeries that require incisions.

However, I am good at sewing.

Judging from the skill description, it seems to be applicable only to surgeries with relatively low difficulty.

“But no one would allow someone to stab themselves, right?”

In a world where healing magic is taken for granted, the act of holding a scalpel against one’s own body would seem like an assassination.

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I don’t have any plans to do surgery on myself, so I think it’s a skill that won’t be very useful.

If there is a plastic surgery skill in the next skill tree, I would make good use of it.

There is no demand for beauty as Lau Gaga went crazy just by looking at a mask.

Even if real plastic surgery opens up later, you need to accumulate basic surgical experience to unlock it.

For now, I decided to postpone the selection.

“Your Highness, it’s time for your morning examination.”

Since there was a major incident, I fulfilled my duties as a personal physician even more diligently.

When I checked Asella’s condition, I thought that her blood pressure was lower than usual, indicating that her mana hadn’t fully returned yet.

On the other hand, her heart rate had become faster than before.

This seems like a good time to suspect arrhythmia. Even though she’s young, are there any foods she doesn’t eat?

“I will prohibit magical activities today. It seems that my condition is not suitable yet. And please cooperate with a detailed examination.”

“A detailed examination?”

“Yes. It’s nothing special, just a blood test and taking a photo.”

“What do you want to use the photo for?”

“Of course, to assess Your Highness’s condition.”

Asella looked suspicious.

“I won’t record it in the archives. Don’t worry about it.”

“Alright. Go ahead.”

Asella grumbled but obediently rolled up her sleeve for me.

Her slight flinch when I wiped the puncture site with an alcohol swab remained unchanged.

To prevent her from feeling any pain, I started a light conversation.

“So, what happened with the recall magic?”

“It was banned. All the magicians who were at the martial arts competition. The masters reconstructed my magic circle.”

“What about Queen Camila?”

“She got caught too.”

The syringe filled with blood gradually grew heavier.

Asella was so absorbed in the conversation that she didn’t even notice when the needle was inserted.

“What about the punishment for the culprit who summoned the dragon? They committed treason without any hesitation.”

“A group of dark mages nearby was caught. There’s a growing belief that they used summoning magic.”

“Really?”

“What nonsense. Suddenly, black magic.”

“Actually, they died from self-harm curses before they could speak properly. The investigation will continue, but we won’t find any answers.”

Has Camilla prepared them for recall?

She was quite resourceful. A cunning woman when it came to evil deeds.

“And His Majesty would order us to find diplomatic and political ways to use the incident, rather than prioritize uncovering the truth.”

Finding the culprit has a very slim chance.

“Princess, there was someone who hid their appearance when the dragon appeared at the colosseum.”

“We may know who it is, but their testimony is useless. George will prove his identity.”

“So, that’s how it’s going.”

Camilla turned completely against the Moon Palace. Since the martial arts competition, she has been staying in George’s Tongjin Palace.

Ashella also didn’t show any intention of protecting Camilla anymore, as if the dragon incident served as a turning point.

“It looks like there will be a war with Tongjin Palace.”

“If I want to become the Emperor, it was something that had to happen someday. Every successor to the royal family is an enemy.”

“But are you alright, Princess? Even if it means going to war against the Empress.”

“Ha.”

Ashella smiled wickedly.

“What do you think of me?”

Hearing that confident voice, I remembered something she said once.

―Vengeance is repaid tenfold. That is the Empire’s way. The Empire does not show mercy to its enemies.

―Then, do you repay kindness tenfold as well? What nonsense. Be grateful that I gave you a chance to show your skills for the Empire.

That’s the kind of person Ashella was.

I almost forgot for a moment.

But even though she boldly turned her head towards me, is it okay?

“Princess, you’re still getting blood drawn.”

“hehehe.”

As Ashella saw her own blood flowing from her arm, she was startled and tightly closed her eyes.

Her wounds were healed, and it was time to try out the long-awaited new skill.

X-ray, how will it work?

“I’d prefer if the imaging is done in a sealed space.”

Ashella, who was munching on the honey candy I gave her as a reward for the blood draw, frowned.

“Gongja, what does that mean?”

“It literally means what it says. I have to take a picture of Her Highness’ insides.”

“What?”

My expression wasn’t good.

Even if I explained it as a light that penetrates the body, it would be impossible to understand.

“Just follow my instructions. Is there any metallic material in your clothes?”

“You call that an explanation?”

“If there is, please remove it.”

“It’s not something that can be removed!”

Asella blurted out in anger.

“You, you know everything now.”

“What?”

“Asking me to come out wearing pajamas is like telling me to sleep. The best way to recover from a bad condition is sleep.”

Asella slightly opened her mouth, seeming dumbfounded, and let out a sigh.

“You’re serious, Gongja.”

“Always. Your health is the top priority, Your Highness.”

We had quite a clash but eventually Asella accepted my words.

“Ha… I got it. Lucy, prepare.”

I waited in the room until the maids chased Asella out and dressed her back in her clothes.

“Her Highness is ready.”

The chief maid signaled me to enter and there were curtains in the room. The light was dim, making it a good condition for filming.

Asella was wearing a loose, pink nightdress. The lace on the sleeves was slightly frayed, as if it was a size too big.

The one thing that caught my eye was that she was holding a teddy bear in her arms.

“Why are you looking at me like that?”

“You should put the doll down.”

“Oh.”

Asella seemed to be unaware of what she was holding and quickly threw the teddy bear onto the bed.

The teddy bear ended up with its head pressed against the pillow. It became a posture where it couldn’t move.

The chief maid whispered to me.

“You can’t sleep without your favorite doll, Your Highness.”

Hmm, I didn’t know that information.

“What if it needs to be washed?”

“She doesn’t allow washing easily, but when it’s necessary, she sleeps with Max.”

I’m glad Max has a gentle personality, Asella thought.

I confirmed with her again. If there is any metallic material during the shooting, there will be an error.

“There is no metal in that dress, right?”

“Well, she didn’t wear any!”

There’s no need to shout.

I positioned Asella in front of the wall and prepared the skill.

X-rays are also radiation, so the exposure time must be kept to a minimum.

First, I’ll try it once to check if any additional tools are needed.

“Then, I’ll take the picture.”

“What are you using to take the picture?”

“Oh, right.”

I roughly took out a pen from my pocket.

“This. It’s a newly developed artifact.”

I looked at Asella and activated the skill.

“Oh.”

The next moment, the result photo was displayed directly on the status screen.

Could it be that lasers actually come out of the eyes? Is there no need for film?

No, that can’t be. Let’s think of the status screen as a system that recognizes my field of view.

“It’s blurry.”

It showed a rough internal structure of Asella. Although the figure was visible, the image quality was not good.

“Asella’s physique is small and slim, and the exposure was about 0.1 seconds, so I can assume it’s around 200mA for the current based on this feeling.”

Since there isn’t an actual device or control panel, I have to estimate with my naked eye.

It’s a bit uncomfortable, but it’s not a big deal.

I continue the shooting.

I adjust the exposure time and change Asella’s posture several times.

Particularly, I carefully proceeded with the shooting of her abdomen, which she often feels uncomfortable about.

“It’s finished.”

“Finished? …Did it turn out well?”

“Yes. Ribs number 8 and 9 look beautiful.”

“What on earth are you talking about?”

“If you’re curious, I can record it on the re-editing device later. The examination ends here for today. The final judgment will take a little more time, so please wait.”

Asella shook her head as if she couldn’t believe what I had just said.

“Is that all? Dressing me up in pajamas and taking pictures?”

“Since the examination is over, there is nothing else to do, right?”

“Leave.”

“That’s what I was planning to do anyway. Please don’t rush me.”

I grabbed my bag and Asella casually threw a question at me.

“Gunja, how does your body feel now? It was really a mess with blood splattering everywhere.”

“It’s to be expected since I received Sarong’s curse. You might not know, but ordinary people don’t have as much magical power as the princess, so they can’t resist such spells.”

“I should have let you suffer a little more.”

“Oh my, if that makes the princess happy.”

“You’re shamelessly saying that with a steel plate on your face.”

“You’re not thinking of grilling on top of the steel plate, right?”

“How do you think that would be?”

There were similar endings as well.

Of course, I will continue.

That’s all for this confidential matter.

In any case, this case is this case.

With my arms crossed, I said to Asella, who was leaving.

“Thanks to you, my life was saved. I apologize for the delayed expression of gratitude, Your Highness.”

Asella looked at me with displeasure and sighed.

“I’ll be fine.”

A patient’s rest is important. Of course, I should give up my seat.

I left Asella’s room.

***

“What could this be?”

Asella’s body, examined with an X-ray.

Of course, there were no problems with the bones.

But as expected, there were abnormalities in the internal organs.

They are displayed for easy viewing in a color inversion and examined through photographs.

From the spine to the pelvis on the left side, it was filled with something dark.

“Is this what Gheorgh said?”

It’s the kind of soul or curse injected into Asella through black magic.

“This is the origin of the price.”

It was the first moment I directly confirmed the entity of debuffs that come with talent.

“But this makes it difficult to know the exact location and the name of the illness.”

I pressed my abdomen absentmindedly.

A more detailed examination is needed.

A higher level of skill is required.

But whatever it is,

“I have to extract it.”

What needs to be done was clear.

I summon Asella.

Without hesitation, I open the status window and acquire the [Surgery] skill.

“This surgery is impossible alone.”

It’s not just a simple surgery, but a complex situation tangled with black magic.

Many preparations are also necessary.

We can find out the exact name of the illness by raising our medical skills.

Until then, we need to prepare.

“I need to create a medical team.”

Starting with a nurse.

I move my steps toward the medical center.

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