[video] and preserve it right there in that jar

[bedsidemanners]

[Raphael, in green scrubs, looking altogether less than thrilled. He's washing his hands as he talks.]

Anyone that thinks they can point to a solid line of reasoning for what they've done is making a mistake.

[He pulls a pair of latex gloves from a box, putting them on as he continues, shaking his head and rolling his eyes.]

I had very little to do with my career choice, at least at first, but neither did anyone else. I was earmarked to be a healer. I've never been unhappy with it, or wanted to spend my time doing anything else. [a vague grin] Even after hours.

I had a fair amount of ambition, so after I graduated, I figured I could work my way up the hierarchy without too much trouble as long as I kept a solid record, back when I thought that meant something. But I suppose everyone's naivety has to fade at some point.

[a pause, then offhand--]

God, I hate performing surgery like this.

Comments

[valentineluke]

No innate magical healing abilities? You had to learn it all same as a human doctor would?

[bedsidemanners]

I've always had innate abilities. But they can't be put to their best use without proper training.

[valentineluke]

I thought as much. The post's wording seem to imply a bit otherwise - as if had to start completely from scratch.

[gotashortfuse]

So? You're good at it.

[bedsidemanners]

I know.

[gotashortfuse]

Lots of us got roles we hated but we worked with it. 'sides, I don't want anyone else ta be my doctor.

[greatcherubim]

Raphael...

[Gabriel pauses for a long time, not sure what to say.]

You are lucky.

[bedsidemanners]

You think so?

[greatcherubim]

I do. I don't envy many people. Least of all you, in most respects.

But to be able to heal others the way you can is a precious gift.

filtered;

[indecent_butterfly]

It was doing you no good in any case.

filtered;

[bedsidemanners]

If I ever wanted your opinion, I'd ask for it.

filtered;

[indecent_butterfly]

Just look at how far you've managed to come since.

( Voice )

[confined_to_briah]

Rather a healer than a death dealer.

( Voice )

[bedsidemanners]

Well, no one's hands are quite clean in that regard.

( Voice )

[confined_to_briah]

The doctor has taken a life?

video;

[subecho]

...but do you mend teeth?

video;

[bedsidemanners]

They're... not my specialty.

[paving]

How were your hopes ruined? What happened?

[bedsidemanners]

[Raphael winces, actively biting his lip, as though that might stop the curse's compulsion.]

I was involved in a scandal that ruined my reputation.

[Video]

[pinokosthewife]

There's nothing better than saving a life! Pinoko wouldn't wanna be anything elshe~!

... well, ekshept maybe famoush. Getting pretty pictures taken and fan letters! [Pinoko slips off into a little fantasy, looking dreamy.]

[Video]

[bedsidemanners]

... You know, all things considered I'm surprised you aren't already.

[dignity_misery]

They turned on you, is what you're saying.

[bedsidemanners]

Yes. It wasn't my fault. I was innocent.

[yourlastdance]

You're leaving out the best parts of the story, you know.

[bedsidemanners]

Oh, hardly. You're giving me far too much credit.