Chris has been hurt by people assuming how they identify or how to address them. They aren't 'standard' to the binary, so it's partly politeness and partly that experience that informs their caution.

"I can write you a referral to the potioneer I know, as well as a prescription to take to Sally at Blackberry Apothecary. That way you have the options on hand." Chris pulls out a pad of paper, and asks a few questions such as the dose Leon was on previously. They make a few notes, flip between the first few sheets on the pad, then tear off two papers to hand to Chris -- the referral, and the script. "We can go back out to the main room, and I'll get your official medical file started."

Chris also explains that Leon can stay with the Winterbottom Clinic if he likes, or switch to having Dr. Pierce or Dr. Watson as his main physician later -- if he switches, he just has to take the physical file. "Low tech, I know, but fax machines are a ways away," Chris jokes lightly. "And I recommend that you speak to Sally even if you opt for the potion course, given her specialization."