[He doesn't make a comment about the spot that was chosen though he felt like it confirmed a lot about the man across from him.
A private person, certainly, and distrustful. Though not someone who chooses a spot based on keeping the best escape route.
He takes a quick look at the menu. Naturally, it is full of things he doesn't quite recognize.]
Just tea would be fine. Though I'm not familiar with the kinds listed here.
[His expressions have remained mild-mannered and calm. Even when admitting to ignorance it doesn't change. He's clearly not embarrassed by not knowing.]
I have treated common illnesses, I also know a little about antidotes for poisons as well as medicine for numbing pain. I've also learned acupuncture techniques for improving help and staving off headaches. For more difficult conditions...I have learned about them. The Chen family's library is well kept but naturally it won't cover every possible health problem or poison.
[And then, as if it were an after thought:] My teacher has been focusing her research on a particular sort of poison that is almost a curse...I have a lot of experience with that but I doubt it is what ails you.
[But you did ask about his experiences...
He holds out his hand.]
If you let me feel your pulse I could probably give you a better idea of how much or little I can help.
[He tries not to sound presumptuous. He's patient and gentle. If he's refused he won't push.]
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A private person, certainly, and distrustful. Though not someone who chooses a spot based on keeping the best escape route.
He takes a quick look at the menu. Naturally, it is full of things he doesn't quite recognize.]
Just tea would be fine. Though I'm not familiar with the kinds listed here.
[His expressions have remained mild-mannered and calm. Even when admitting to ignorance it doesn't change. He's clearly not embarrassed by not knowing.]
I have treated common illnesses, I also know a little about antidotes for poisons as well as medicine for numbing pain. I've also learned acupuncture techniques for improving help and staving off headaches. For more difficult conditions...I have learned about them. The Chen family's library is well kept but naturally it won't cover every possible health problem or poison.
[And then, as if it were an after thought:] My teacher has been focusing her research on a particular sort of poison that is almost a curse...I have a lot of experience with that but I doubt it is what ails you.
[But you did ask about his experiences...
He holds out his hand.]
If you let me feel your pulse I could probably give you a better idea of how much or little I can help.
[He tries not to sound presumptuous. He's patient and gentle. If he's refused he won't push.]