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No.

( this time she looks a little sadder as she answers, looking away. she knows why he's asking but she can't help it, not when it had been part of the life they'd talking about, what she'd hoped for and now wouldn't have )

I wanted to but uh--

( she's not finishing that sentence. the conclusion doesn't matter, the outcome's still the same )

[ Now, it definitely looks like he's touched a sore spot. He straightens up when she trails off, with a sigh easing into a small smile. ]

Suzanne, it's fine. If it's got nothing to do with your health, then I don't need to know.

[ Like if she has some chronic medical condition or something similar that might alter how he would treat her. If not, then she need say no more. ]

So, we can move on to medical history now?

( oh, she is very grateful to him, a nod, small smile when he lets her move on )

What do you need?

( and this is where it gets more interesting. she's got vague details for her "family" when she's been asked before but a full medical history? she's never been asked for one before )

Tell me a little about your history. Any conditions or allergies you have or have had in the past, big injuries or accidents that have affected your health or quality of life in any way?

[ It's pretty much a rundown of her medical history he's asking for, though he's more interested in anything that might affect her life here on the ship, or affect a specific type of treatment he might need to use on her in the future. ]

It's going to be a very short list.

( what a relief for his note-taking? )

No conditions, two food allergies. ( she pauses very briefly ) One surgery but it's not affected my health.

[ And a relief for any medical issues that might pop up too. It's always trickier when there are illnesses involved. ]

Alright. What are the food allergies?

[ If the surgery hasn't affected her health then he'll just skip on it. No point in asking unless it becomes relevant. ]

Carrot and peach.

( she pulls a little face because that's not something that she's heard of very often herself )

It makes for interesting meals.

[ They are a bit unusual, but then most allergies are unusual to him, seen as it's a condition easily treated where he comes from. ]

Strange combination, that's for sure. But it should be easy enough to manage. You might want to be careful with unfamiliar alien fruits, however, particular ones that are similar to carrots and peaches.

[ Could be tricky, though, being a pollen-related allergy. One never knows what they might find out there. ]

What about your family? Do you know of any medical issues running on either side? Heart conditions, diabetes, and such.

Noted.

( and at least she's back to being slightly more amused again, though someone should probably tell her to stop sniffing wild flowers.

and eating strange fruits because she's been doing that. she's never had an incident (well, since the first time centuries ago) and she's fine.

though she does pull a slight face at his next question )

Not that I know of.

( which... could be anything. could be nothing. you'd have to have parents for that )

[ Leonard nods and jots that down. He does get that answer sometimes, for a myriad of different reasons, and there's not much to be done about it. Either way, it can be important but it's not fundamental, and he's gotten plenty information as it is already. ]

Oh, I forgot to ask. What is your profession, back home?

[ He's already fetching the scanner, ready to take those final readings and wrap up the process. ]

I'm a paralegal.

( she's curious about what sort of profession that would be in his time but for the minute the scanner takes the biggest part of her curiosity )

What exactly is that scanner going to do? Or see?

[ They do still have paralegals, as well as most jobs related to legal matters. What they don't have is money, but that's an odd one to explain. Another time. ]

Oh. It takes your vitals; heart rate, blood pressure, temperature. It can also detect any anomalies such as certain nutrient deficiencies, dehydration, blood sugar levels and such. It's very practical in detecting immediate issues, and it'll give me a clear picture of how you are physically.

[ He looks between her and the scanner. ] If you're fine with it, obviously.

I'm assuming that it can see through--

( little gesture to clothes. she may have slept with him but it's a little weird when your doctor is also someobe you've slept with.

it's not weird she's just never had casual sex before. she's getting there, they're friends at least, she didn't fuck that up )

It's fine. You can do what you need to do.

Oh. [ His eyes widen a bit at that, and he chuckles, shaking his head. ]

Oh, no. No, it would take something more advanced than this to be able to look past your clothing. And even those types of scanners can actually see into your body, well past skin and even muscle.

[ So definitely not getting an eyeful of her with this little device. Just some quick and simple readings and that's about it. ]

But you can scan me and find all of that out with that?

( she's impressed. she's seen larger items, mri's and other scanners but they had size and power to them and for some reason she assumed that this was still more powerful.

but she gestures to him as a off you go and she's definitely going to curiously look at how he scans her )

Yes. Useful little device, isn't it?

[ He smiles at her, assuring her that it's perfectly safe, and as she's about to see, completely non-invasive. He simply points the reader at her, starting on her temple, then moves down her body slowly, then back up, needing to read no lower than her abdomen to get all the information he needs. In a couple of minutes, he's done. ]

There. That's all done, now. [ He adds with a bit of an amused little smile. ] You've been a very good patient. I'd offer you a lollipop but I'm all out.

( leonard, you have one impressed lady at how quick that was. she's not going to ask how it works or any sort of question, she probably wouldn't get it if she did, but she'll be impressed.

and teasing ) Hmm, now that you're going to have to make up. ( though she can't keep that tease too long, smiling after instead )

Oh, will I now?

[ He can't help but shoot back with a crooked little smile. He's (almost) sure that it wasn't her intention for that to come across as it does, but it's definitely sounding a bit flirty to him. Just saying. ]

Guess I'll have to figure out a way. Maybe get you a treat some other time.

Oh?

( very interesting. colour her (forever at this point) intrigued )

I'm curious to know what that might be.

I've always been fond of a good surprise. [ His smile is warm and a little charming and absolutely endeared. He almost feels terrible for flirting back but he thinks that at this point she has to realize what she's doing. Right?? ]

What about you? Got the patience for it?

( she laughs slightly. that's one way to go )

When I'm certain it'll be worth it? Absolutely.

( why is she certain? he'll have to quiz her another day )

[ He rises both eyebrows, smile wider. Certain, huh? Alright then. This conversation sure has taken a surprising yet pleasant turn. ]

So— about the files. [ Because that's what they were here to do. ] Any doubts or questions? I think you have somewhere to start now, but if there's anything you want to know more about, tell me.

I think I've got somewhere good to start. And maybe it's something I need to investigate and see what questions arise.

( which reminds her )

Though you might want to hide your private research before anyone else finds it.

[ He lets out a soft groan at that, chuckling while still covering half his face. ]

Yeah, I'll move it to my own personal computer. And put a password lock on it too, just in case.

[ And then definitely make sure his name is nowhere on the file, just "Subject One". ]

But for now, I think I'm due for a break. You want to join me for some coffee?

If I'm not intruding then that would be lovely.

( she smiles. she's certainly got a lot to think about )

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