Su Yaoyao bent down and held him in her arms. "Okay," she said softly, "but we have to ask the doctor first. I'm worried traveling will make your wounds worse. What then?" Her gentle tone was filled with concern for Lucia, as if he were the most precious treasure in the world.
The moment Lucia heard this, his ears, which had been perked up high, instantly drooped in disappointment. His whole body went limp like a deflated ball, utterly listless. His dejected expression made one want to comfort him.
"But I *am* the doctor," Pani said with a laugh. His face was full of confidence, a smile that seemed to declare his absolute certainty in his medical skills.
With that, he began to examine Lucia, his movements skilled and professional. His eyes were focused as he carefully inspected each of Lucia's wounds.
