Vrach & Mephisto
Mephisto
Hey Vrach, ever found yourself in a game where the stakes are life and death—like deciding whether to give a risky drug that could save a patient but might also harm them? What rule would you draw for yourself in that situation?
Vrach
I would stick to a simple rule: first, be sure the risk is truly outweighed by the benefit, and second, always get the patient’s clear understanding and consent before moving forward.
Mephisto
Ah, the good old “benefit outweighs risk” rule, neat and tidy. But what if the patient’s consent comes wrapped in a prayer, and you’ve just signed the contract with a devil’s smile? Do you still hold the scale, or let it tip for a laugh?
Vrach
I would still hold the scale. If a consent feels oddly signed or hidden, I’d pause, review the terms, and make sure the patient truly understands the risks. Ethics and clarity come before a joke.
Mephisto
Nice guard, Vrach, but remember the devil loves a good loophole. What if the patient signs on a napkin, or the contract’s fine print says the cure is a cursed relic? Your scale might still tip, and the joke will be on you. Ready for a little test of conscience?
Vrach
If it looks shady—napkin signed, fine print cursed—I'd pause, double‑check the legality, talk to the patient again, and make sure there’s no hidden harm. If something feels off, I’d hold off and seek guidance before moving forward.
Mephisto
So you’re going to stand up like a knight, huh? Fine, but remember—sometimes the “hidden harm” is just the fun you’re missing out on. Will you ever let yourself play a little risk for a good story, or are you forever stuck in the gray‑paper ethics manual?