El’s proclamation brought along a wave of silence. Nonplussed, Gi-Gyu and Tae-Shik stared at El while she blinked in confusion. How could they not? Tae-Shik was a part of KPA’s upper echelons, so only the very best resources were used to treat him. However, the wounds remained, indicating that they were either from an attack that had threatened his life, or otherwise untreatable. These kinds of scars were something players carried as a badge of honor.

“Hahaha… Gi-Gyu, I think this lady doesn’t know.” Tae-Shik scratched his cheek awkwardly. Gi-Gyu nodded to Tae-Shik and turned toward El.

Gi-Gyu replied, “El, I think you’re mistaken about this. Tae-Shik’s injuries can’t be healed easily. He has already tried every treatment option and high-level potion available. Those wounds can’t be healed by anything short of the elixir. I mean… Unless… Wait. Are you saying…?”

Gi-Gyu was patiently explaining the situation to El when suddenly, his eyes widened. Something crossed his mind, and El, reading his thoughts, smiled and answered.

“That’s right, Master.”

“Oh my gosh! Not only does she have strength comparable to top-level players now, but she also has a great healing ability,” Gi-Gyu murmured. Certain wounds were too difficult...