Chapter 99: All Set, Heading to the Mines
Riding his bike into Pelican Town, Leon immediately spotted the Pelican Town Clinic beside Pierre’s General Store. He parked his bike and stepped inside, where he saw Maru in a nurse’s uniform behind the counter.
“Hello, are you here for a scheduled check-up? Hmm? Oh, it’s you, Mr. Leon.”
Maru had instinctively given her usual greeting when the door opened, but quickly corrected herself when she recognized Leon.
“Hello, Miss Maru. This is our second time meeting. I didn’t expect you to work here.” Leon smiled at her. Whatever else could be said, that nurse’s uniform suited her perfectly. Even though she was Black, her features were striking, and her temperament was exceptional. Calling her a black pearl beauty wouldn’t be an exaggeration.
“I forgot to mention it during our last dinner together. But honestly, I didn’t want to tell you. I’d be happy to run into you outside, but in the clinic? I’d rather not see you here.” Maru explained with a smile.
“I understand what you mean. If you’re not sick or hurt, who would want to come to the hospital?” Leon nodded in agreement.
“So, are you feeling unwell? I can call Doctor Harvey for you.” Maru gave him a once-over. His complexion was rosy, and his expression relaxed—he didn’t look like someone suffering from illness.
“I’m just here to buy some emergency supplies—bandages, disinfectant, painkillers, things like that.” Leon explained.
“As long as you’re fine. We sell those here, come this way.” Maru beckoned him over, then pulled out a medical kit and opened it.