Chéri blinked “That should be what hurts the most?” they seemed surprised by the idea. They giggled as if that was nothing, too genuine to be toughening up or just trying to hide that. Either they were used to the pain or a little number than most. Or both, of course. The doctor proceeded with his work and Chéri answered simply.

“Good. But it doesn’t matter much, does it? Either way, you gotta do it. Or would you be sorry if you hurt me?” they wondered.