[T/N: So I think my publishing schedule will be every Wednesday and Sunday PST. And gosh, the hero worshipping in this is STRONG.]
A kind of leprosy that can possibly occur is when magic is being used. Although magic isn’t supposed to be harmful as it originates from the body, the magic element has the power to stiffen. When the power of the magic element increases and stiffens in the body, the magic circulation becomes disorderly to the body.
People who suffer from this problem aren’t only a few people. There are those who possess a considerable amount of magic, such as Kieran. On the other hand, there are those with less powerful magic, who are less prone to that sort of issue. Treatment centers and massage shops throughout the city serves as facilities for the treatment of one’s magic element.
The manipulative type of treatment cleanses the hardened element in the body. Treatment centers are ridiculed as a massage shop because massaging is also an effective technique, but the manipulative technique is rarely used and can bring out the illness in one’s body.
It is said that healing magic is a more effective method than massaging or manipulative surgery. There is a significant amount of the population who rely on healing magic for quick treatment than those who go for manipulative surgery which takes more treatment time. Since the treatment fee is more expensive than the other treatments, only wealthy people can afford to receive the treatment. In addition, healing magic can even cure little injuries. There’s a strong image of how healing magic can cure anything.
Those who want a quick and easy treatment rely on a healing magic user, and the more excellent the practitioner is, the better the results. Then there’s Aldo who dented the strong image of healing magic being able to cure everything.
“This is………It looks terrible.”
It was painful to even slightly put a hand on Aldo’s robe to give a diagnosis, and Nikola started frowning. ‘Since I’ve been a manipulative surgeon, I haven’t met someone with a serious case of disorderly magic circulation than Aldo.’
Originally, a sorcerer who takes care of their health, wouldn’t receive such an illness. You can prevent the illness to some extent by receiving various treatments occasionally. If there’s a healer in close proximity, a lot of people would prefer to rely on that healer’s magic over the other treatments.
The healing technique has side effects as well though. Aldo, who seems to have worked with many patients, is in a state where his body is stiff and heavy. ‘Although I don’t see a painful expression, I can tell by examine him.’
“Kieran told me you’re best manipulator around.”
To Aldo who said those words while laying on the bed, Nikola bit his own lips. ‘ It’s up to me to heal Aldo. I don’t know how much I can do with a single treatment, but I’ll do my best.” Nikola is ready to start the treatment.
“I’m going to relax………”
‘Rapid cleansing can be painful if the spurious substance is too hard. I don’t intend to do such a treatment, but I declared so in a soft voice to Aldo to reassure him.’
‘I went slowly from the tip of his body in order to not put much burden on him. I slowly melted the magic in Aldo’s body away while adjusting myself to the mass of his magic. Unwind, flush, repeat. The hardened element is starting to circulate better little by little.’
“This body is quite hard working.”
Aldo’s body which has continued to endure has finally been slightly relieved, and Nikola gave a sigh of admiration.
“Hmm?”
Aldo responded with a soft, pleasant voice.
“I can see that many people have been healed by Mr. Aldo. Also, Mr. Aldo’s magic circulation is way too stiff.”
Like Kieran, there’s many rumors about Aldo. The lifeline of the kingdom, the supreme healer, Aldo Gracia. He has an overwhelming amount of magic even after healing so many patients. Adding onto that, he has bright green eyes and dazzling blonde hair accompanied with neat features. There is even a rumor that the princess is smitten with him. *It’s well known that the heavens have definitely blessed him.
*It’s like saying he’s OP (over-powered).
However, that doesn’t necessarily mean happiness even if one is blessed with talent and good looks. The fact is that you’ll be more relied on. And, to be completely relied on, the body should’ve been pushed to the limit by now.
“I’m just doing my job.”
Aldo, whose body is now relieved, answered simply. He spoke in a flat tone, with a sign of humility.
“Even so, many people are being helped by Mr. Aldo.”
Even if it’s a simple matter for Aldo, Nikola thinks Aldo should be praised more. ‘He really deserves praise.’
Among the constantly sought out healers, there’s a special presence among them. Aldo has been a sought out healer ever since he healed his grandfather. Not that strong in magic, Nikola still wanted to heal people to the utmost of his ability. Nikola has no regret for choosing the profession. However, the main goal of manipulative surgery is to purify and cleanse the body, and it isn’t as effective as healing magic. Aldo wants to be a healer who can cure any injuries and problems.
Nikola listens to Aldo talk about his passion for healing in strong admiration.
Aldo knows that Nikola’s praise can be heard almost everywhere from many people, but he feels fortunate to heal Nikola’s praise. Today’s treatment will be seen as something memorable.
“And so will you.”
‘For a moment, I felt Aldo’s low and soft voice closely reach my ear in a strange tone.’ Nikola stopped moving his hand.
“Huh…..?”
If Nikola tilted his head then he would’ve seen Aldo’s vivid green eyes staring firmly into his.
“You’re helping a lot of people as well. I’m even being healed by you right now.”
Saying that, Aldo softly raised the corners of his mouth and laughed. It seemed tasteless, with a gentle smile.
“The healing technique will work if the recipient still has some physical strength, so the elderly people in your waiting room would have it hard without the option of manipulative surgery.”
Nikola nodded along to Aldo’s words. A person with a small amount of magic in the body can’t withstand the magic applied from the healing technique. People can lose their magic from that, especially when they become older. Many of Nikola’s patients are like that.
“I have heard that Kieran wants to help those people, so he keeps denying the invitation to work at the Royal Palace, and he’s healing many people.”
Aldo’s eyes held determination to keep on healing people.
Compared to Aldo, Nikola has only healed a few dozen patients. Aldo has definitely healed a lot of people……
Joy started spreading to Nikola’s chest. ‘I never imagined imagined that someone I admire would approve of me. Truly, today is full of unforgettable memories.’ Nikola said, “Thank you.” ‘I’m so happy that my face is brightening up. He’s similar to Kieran, they show their emotions through facial expressions.’
“There’s no one who can use the manipulative technique so strongly at the Royal Palace.”
As if seeing something dazzling, Aldo gently squinted his bright green eyes.
“I was wondering why Kieran would make such a fuss, but I’m now convinced after receiving the treatment. I want you, too.”
“……That’s right……”
‘He just complimented me! Yes!’ It was a shocking moment for Nikola.
‘Kieran often compliments me, but Aldo’s compliment seems to have quite a different meaning. There shouldn’t be such an intention like that, but I’m getting nervous.’
‘Wow, it’s understandable how Aldo’s popular…..!’ Nikola closed his eyes through a wave of admiration.
‘Today may be the best day of my life. Let’s cherish this moment carefully, and engrave this as a memory. Rather let’s celebrate this as an anniversary.’
Nikola politely finished Aldo’s treatment while fidgeting with joy.
‘And, even though I planned on cherishing that moment in my heart for a lifetime, a few days later Aldo came back and I became quite excited and happy.’