Chapter 19.4 - Before the dungeon

"Uh, I'm Fred Nilsen," he introduced himself, his voice slightly shaky as if he were trying to hide his nervousness. "I'll, um, be your healer for this expedition. It's, uh, my first mission, so, uh, please bear with me."

He was stuttering as if he didn't have any experience, but in fact, this was nothing but a lie. Even though I knew him from the game, with my [Perceptive Insight], I could see the little motions he made, signaling that he was lying.

Of course, some may think I put my attention to those points since I am conscious of him, but this is wrong.

I always watch how people use their bodies while speaking. Unless they are experienced enough to control themselves, it always gives me enough information to use.

"No problem, Mister Fred. Everyone will have a first, anyway. By the way, can I call you Fred?"

"Um….Y-you can call me Fred, i-it is fine."