"I never expected Doctor Xu's insights into medicine to be so profound. What a pity we met so late."
Within the innermost Wall Sina, news of the Titans' breach had not yet arrived. Everything was still peaceful and tranquil.
Those who could live within Wall Sina were either wealthy or noble. Dressed like gentlemen, they led leisurely and prosperous lives.
Yet on the street, two men whose clothing seemed somewhat out of place amid their surroundings were chatting happily together.
They were Xu Yue and Grisha Yeager, the father of the protagonist, Eren.
Grisha Yeager had originally come here by carriage under the pretense of making house calls, but Xu Yue had arranged a simple chance encounter along the way and accompanied Grisha Yeager into the innermost wall.
Grisha Yeager possessed medical knowledge more than a century ahead of the outside world. Within the walls, he was considered a fairly renowned Doctor.
Xu Yue, meanwhile, possessed even more advanced modern medical knowledge. With some deliberate guidance, he naturally earned Grisha Yeager's favor.
"What a pity, truly a pity that I could not have met you sooner, sir. Doctor Xu, I have important matters to attend to shortly, so I will be unable to keep you company."
Grisha Yeager's face was full of regret. As the current Attack Titan, he had only thirteen years to live after inheriting this power. His time was almost up, and he had to pave the way for his son Eren, who would inherit his strength.
"Not at all. There is nothing to regret. We will meet again in the future, won't we?"
Xu Yue wore a gentle, refined smile.
"Haha, yes. We will meet again."
Grisha Yeager looked deeply moved.
But at that moment, urgent hoofbeats rang out. A messenger rode through the streets, shouting