After taking the medicine, Julius felt significantly better. His energy returned, and his spirits lifted.

In the morning, Nera reflected on the effort Eric had made by traveling all the way to diagnose Julius' condition and prescribe the medicine, only to end up having just a glass of water.

Feeling that this gesture was insufficient, she decided to invite Eric for lunch if he was still in King City. After all, other doctors would be compensated monetarily, so why not offer a meal?

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