Wuhlricht then looked at Severin all of a sudden and addressed him, saying, "I can tell that you're a responsible person, Severin, and I'm glad you're willing to take responsibility for Gilda." Following a pause, Wuhlricht continued, "I do hope that you'll both be together eventually, but I'm afraid it's not very likely to happen. Winning her heart in a short time will be a herculean task, especially since she's already engaged and loves a young prodigy very much. That being said, you're the only one who can save Gilda."
Severin nodded and finally understood everything. "I see. No wonder you're keeping your plans a secret. She will never agree because she's in love with someone else, but you, as her father, cannot bear to watch your daughter's demise."
Wuhlricht sighed. "Do you understand my dilemma now? I have no other option. No parent would stand by and do nothing when they know that there's a way to save their daughter's life. Besides, a lot of men and women do not save themselves before marriage nowadays. I trust that her fiance will not mind that her first time has been taken away if he truly loves her."
"I understand, and I agree to help you. We'll meet again on August the fifteenth," Severin said with a nod.
Wuhlricht advised, "Spend the next few days resting and refining some pills. Just don't get so engrossed in your attainment that you lose track of time."
Lastly, Wuhlricht stressed to Severin, "Remember, under no circumstances can you divulge any of this to Gilda."
"I vow to keep this between us. By the way, Gilda's fiance must be a very outstanding individual then," Severin promised.
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