Chapter 70

When Vincent disappeared into the back room for work, I was left with the older brother who was to guide me.

About ten seconds after Vincent vanished from sight, I finally felt my breathing return to normal. I ended up taking deep breaths two, three times.

"Yochi!"

I tried to muster up my energy and shout, but I ended up stuttering and ruining it from the start. Oh well.

Feeling a bit down, the older brother next to me chuckled.

"Then let's get started, shall we?"

"Okay."

The older brother smiled gently and spoke. When I responded, he led me to a different room from where Vincent had gone.

Inside the room, shelves lined up neatly, filled with various tools and medicines. There were also a few members of the medical team, each selecting what they needed.

Passing through this area, we reached a small table and chair at the very back. It seemed I was supposed to sit here.

Seeing the older brother stop in front of the table, I stopped as well and approached one of the chairs, starting to climb up. Chairs are always so high, no matter where I go.

Seeing this, the older brother picked me up and placed me in the chair.

"Thank you."

"You're welcome."

After thanking him, the older brother, now known as For, replied and sat down across from me.

"Alright, let's start with introductions.

I'm For. I'm a First-Class Nurse in the medical team. From today, I'll be your guide and we'll work together. Nice to meet you."

"I'm Yuri, For-san. ...For-chan?"

"Calling me 'senpai' seems a bit difficult. Just call me whatever you find easy."

"For-chan, nice to meet you."

After asking for permission, I bowed slightly. I'm glad he seems like a kind person.

"From today, when you're in the medical team, you'll be treated as a trainee. Depending on your abilities and efforts, you can become a Third-Class Nurse."

"Third? After being a trainee?"

For explained my status while showing me the armband on my left arm, and I asked about what I was curious about.

"Yes. From trainee to Third-Class, Second-Class, and First-Class, and then you can become a doctor."

"Aren't doctors and nurses different?"

"That's true to some extent. To be called a doctor in the Northern Demon King's Castle, you must be able to handle any situation accurately. Therefore, only after becoming a First-Class Nurse are you given the task to thoroughly learn the skills and knowledge of a doctor."

"So, For-chan is a doctor in training?"

"Hehe, that's right."

In other words, the differently colored nurse uniforms represent the level of the nurse. My question was answered.

...I might have come to a place that's no joke for my trainee studies.

"In the training field, I'll also be involved in the treatment, so I'll have you handle the disinfection of lightly injured team members."

"Okay."

Here, specific tasks were given to me. I can't afford to be lost in thought.

"I'll gather the tools and medicines you need for your work now. Then, we'll go over the contents of the first-aid kit and the procedures you'll perform at this table. After lunch, we'll take a short break and then head to the training field for practice. That's the plan for today."

"Okay."

"That's a good response."

Thank you for the detailed explanation, For.

Following For, who stood up, I hopped off the chair.

*Pukkyuuu~!*

"!"

*...Ku*

"Au..."

The sound of my Pico Pico Sandals, which seemed to lack energy, echoed throughout the room, surprising me. A little later, I heard chuckles from all around.

Most of all, For in front of me was laughing. I had completely forgotten about his presence, which made me feel even more embarrassed.

I fought the embarrassment from the warm gazes and returned to the room's entrance with For. I washed my hands thoroughly at the faucet next to the entrance and disinfected them. After all, it's medicine.

Then, I walked around to gather the necessary items.

That said, I was just watching. For placed various items I recognized on a large metal tray that had been disinfected.

"I don't expect you to remember all the locations at once, but the main items you'll use are on this shelf, so try to remember this one."

"Second shelf from the entrance on the right."

"That's right."

After confirming the location of the shelf For pointed out, I returned to the table. For placed the tray on the table and let me sit down again. I felt a bit apologetic.

"First, your personal memo pad and pen. You should take notes on the important things I'll tell you."

"Okay."

For opened the first-aid kit prepared by the forging team and handed me a memo pad slightly larger than my palm and a pen my size. There seemed to be a dedicated storage space on the lid.

I immediately wrote my name on the cover of the memo pad, as For had said it was for my personal use.

When I opened the cover, For smiled.

"Then, let's start with checking the contents of the first-aid kit."

For began his explanation, pointing to the items on the tray.

Tools: tweezers, scissors, nail clippers, splinter remover, tray, small flashlight, thermometer, alcohol bottle, cooling pack.

Supplies: cotton balls, band-aids, gauze, bandages, triangular bandages, cotton swabs, gloves, paper, garbage bags.

Medicines: antiseptic, bruise ointment.

I confirmed the necessary quantities of each item and wrote them down in the memo pad. For said that any injuries or symptoms I couldn't handle would be left to him. I felt relieved, as it was on the level of a household first-aid kit.

I also noted the location of the supplies and medicines on the shelf, which For had shown me, in the corner of the memo pad.

"That's it for checking the contents of the first-aid kit. Next, let's talk about types of injuries and how to treat them."

Just as I thought I was done, For smiled and announced. Oh no. I ended up smiling back.

It seems the knowledge will keep coming at this pace.

He's so kind to teach me everything from scratch☆

...Can I even be happy about this!?

But, there's something about his smile that subtly reminds me of Vincent... Yeah, I can't resist it.

Why is that? People who smile like this seem to have a demonic aura.

No, there is a real Demon King in this castle.

Speaking of which, how terrifying must the real Demon King of the Northern Demon King's Castle be? I shudder at the thought.

As I thought about this, my smile started to twitch and turned into a dry one, which I couldn't help.

Seeing this, For smiled and took something out of his pocket, quickly putting it in my mouth. A moment later, the sweet and strong Pomul flavor spread in my mouth.

"...Delicious."

"It's a popular candy. Come on, let's do our best."

Surprised by this unexpected treat, I couldn't help but smile, and For smiled again, urging me to continue.

Well, it's the classic carrot and stick...

He's so kind, but what a tricky older brother (crying).

My brain, please don't give up in the face of adversity. Sniff.