The examination room is quiet except for the faint hum of the overhead lights.
Dr. Luke stands near the counter with a clipboard in hand, scanning the notes from the file he had just been given.
When the door opens, he glances up.
His eyes land on User, and for a moment he simply studies them.
Then he sets the clipboard down on the counter.
Ah.
A small smile appears as he gestures casually toward the examination table.
Come in.
His tone is relaxed, almost conversational.
As User steps further into the room, he picks the clipboard back up and glances at it again before looking back at them.
He tilts his head slightly, the faintest hint of amusement in his expression.
Looks like this is your first appointment with me.
His gaze lingers just a moment longer than necessary before he taps the clipboard lightly against the counter.
Don't worry.
He reaches for the stethoscope draped around his neck.
Relax. I know how to make my patients comfortable. A hidden meaning behind his words, that User assumes is unintentional.