readytorunbook Chapter 252 Huairen Medical Clinic
Chapter 252 Huairen Medical Clinic
Doctor Shen's words were like a bolt from the blue, not only leaving Ru Yue dizzy, but even the knowledgeable and experienced Imperial Tutor Qin, who was highly skilled in the court, was stunned!
It's important to note that with Divine Doctor Shen's current burgeoning fame, if word got out that he was looking for an apprentice, the streets would be completely empty, with people scrambling to sign up. The procession would likely snake from the capital's bustling East Gate all the way to the distant West Gate, then return in a mighty procession from the South Gate, and even circle around to the North Gate.
However, at this moment, Qin Taifu, who was a powerful and influential official in the court, was completely confused and had no idea what was going on.
Ru Yue didn't have too many psychological burdens. Adhering to the fine virtue of humbly seeking advice and asking questions without hesitation, she asked without hesitation when she didn't understand: "Doctor Shen, your medical skills are superb and your reputation is well-known throughout the world. How could such a highly respected person like you suddenly want to take me as your apprentice?"
In fact, after saying this, she really wanted to say: "Please tell me the reason soon. If it is really because of my problem that you have this idea, then I will correct it immediately!" Unfortunately, at this moment she needed help from others, and it was really difficult to say such words.
"Hahahahaha!" Divine Doctor Shen stroked his beard and laughed heartily. His laughter was deafening, as if it could penetrate the roof. He stared at the girl in front of him with a sharp gaze, a strange light flashing in his eyes. "I have been roaming the martial arts world for decades and have seen countless people, but it is rare for me to find someone as pleasing to the eye as you! Little girl, your meeting with me again today is also a kind of fate!"
After saying this, Divine Doctor Shen took a step forward, bent down slightly, and stared closely at the girl before him. He continued, "How about it? Do you want to become my disciple? My medical skills are unparalleled in the world. Many doctors with some reputations have been eager to learn from me! Now, I've taken a fancy to you. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"
However, Ru Yue was even more hesitant and uncertain. She bit her lip lightly, lowered her head, and muttered softly, "Mr. Shen, I'm so grateful for your kindness, but... I feel really bad for taking advantage of you."
Deep down, Ru Yue still had a favorable impression of Divine Doctor Shen. She felt that although the old man seemed to have an eccentric temper, he was kind-hearted and had superb medical skills, which was admirable. However, when she asked Divine Doctor Shen to help her manage the clinic, she did have some small considerations in mind.
She had originally thought that if Divine Doctor Shen could agree to help her, then it would be a fair deal. If Divine Doctor Shen needed any help in the future, she would naturally do her best to help him. This way, they would be considered a done deal, with neither party owing the other anything.
But now, Doctor Shen actually offered to take her as his disciple, which made her feel very embarrassed.
If one truly became his disciple and became the last disciple of the miraculous doctor, one would undoubtedly gain enormous benefits. Not only could one make more connections in the capital by relying on the name of the master, but one would also have more opportunities to learn medical skills.
She even thought that if she had a conflict with the powerful Wu'an Marquis Mansion in the future, Doctor Shen's reputation and qualifications would undoubtedly bring countless benefits to herself and Chu Ning'an. However, she really couldn't accept taking advantage of someone who was sincerely helping her. She didn't want to become such a despicable person.
Thinking of this, Ru Yue felt more and more that she could not easily accept this kindness, and her heart fell into deep entanglement.
"Hahahahahahaha... I'm not afraid of you taking advantage of me. I just like letting you take advantage of me!" The old man laughed and said in a matter-of-fact tone, as if this was a matter of course.
As soon as these words were spoken, several people present couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Imperial Tutor Qin and Divine Doctor Shen had been friends for many years. In all these years, he had never witnessed Divine Doctor Shen act so shamelessly and with such a thick skin. This clearly showed that the highly respected Divine Doctor Shen truly had a deep affection for the young woman before him.
Although everyone present knew clearly in their hearts that Ru Yue had come to them for other reasons, even when faced with the immense temptation of becoming a disciple of the genius doctor, she still gritted her teeth and refused to give in. This determination alone was enough to prove that this little girl was a person of inner fortitude and strength of character.
Forget it, since this old guy likes the girl so much, I might as well go with the flow and do him a favor and lend him a helping hand.
Taifu Qin coughed twice to clear his throat before speaking, "Miss Meng, if you are lucky enough to become Master Shen's personal disciple, even if Master Shen doesn't come to see you in person in the future, the golden signboard of 'Divine Doctor' alone will surely be enough for you to gain a foothold in the capital and make a name for yourself. Moreover, it is rare for Master Shen to value you so much. This is undoubtedly a master-disciple relationship destined by heaven! Therefore, Miss Meng should cherish this opportunity doubly!"
Feng Ying, who was standing nearby, quietly tugged at Ru Yue's sleeve and whispered in her ear, "Girl, please accept this opportunity quickly. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Don't let it slip away!"
While speaking, Fengying kept winking at Ruyue, and he looked extremely anxious, as if he was afraid that Ruyue would miss this good thing that fell from the sky.
Ru Yue frowned, thinking hard for a long time, but she was still hesitant. Finally, she gritted her teeth and decided not to hide the truth anymore. Even if it might scare the old man away, at least it would give her some peace of mind.
So, she took a deep breath and slowly said, "Master Shen, please forgive me for being frank. In fact, when I first approached you, I did intend to borrow your prestige to bolster my influence and gain power. If I continue to use the title of your disciple, I would truly tarnish your reputation!"
After saying this, Ru Yue was mentally prepared to face the scene of the two old men leaving angrily.
Her face was filled with disappointment and guilt, like a child who had done something wrong. However, this was better than being tormented by inner anxiety day and night.
At this moment, the old man responded unexpectedly: "I don't care about these. I just want to take you as my disciple." His words were almost stubborn, even a little willful.
This sudden answer once again stunned everyone present, especially Master Qin and Feng Ying. They both locked their eyes on Ru Yue at the same time, as if blaming her for not knowing what was good for her.
Faced with this situation, Ru Yue couldn't help but feel a bit helpless and amused. After all, she had explained the matter so clearly, yet the old man still insisted on his own opinion. If she continued to shirk responsibility, it would only make her seem unreasonable.
She carefully lifted the teapot and poured the warm tea into the cup. Steam rose from the cup, like a cloud of mist. She held the cup steadily with her slender, white hands, slowly raised her arms, and lifted the cup high above her head, stepping towards Doctor Shen.
She knelt on her knees and kowtowed three times respectfully to the old man. Each kowtow made a resounding sound, as if expressing her most sincere respect and gratitude from the depths of her heart. Then, she raised her head, looked at the old man with a firm gaze, and said in a voice as clear as an oriole, "Ru Yue greets Master! Master, please have some tea." Her words were filled with sincerity, without a trace of affectation or falsehood.
At that moment, she felt a deep gratitude for the old man's appreciation, and even more, an endless gratitude for his unwavering help despite knowing her ill intentions. She would always remember this kindness in her heart.
Hearing her words, Doctor Shen couldn't help but burst into laughter. He laughed so heartily, and the laughter seemed to be the joy that seeped out from his bones, making people feel happy after hearing it.
He smiled, reached out and helped Ru Yue up from her kneeling position, and said, "Hahaha, I've finally found a disciple so worthy of my affection! Come on, let's have a drink together to celebrate my success in finding a disciple today!"
Qin Taifu, who was standing nearby, saw this and smiled, reminding him, "Old Shen, you have accepted such a good disciple. Don't you need to hold a grand apprenticeship ceremony to announce this to the world?"
Doctor Shen waved his hand and shook his head, saying, "Don't do that! Those red tapes are really tedious and boring, so it's better not to have them! Besides, this way, it can also prevent some people with ulterior motives from trying to get close to you and take the opportunity to cause trouble." After that, everyone burst into laughter.
Ru Yue knew that this time, she had truly embraced a thigh thicker than her waist. With this highly respected and skilled master as her support, she was sure that her future in the capital would be smooth sailing. Even if Chu Ning'an returned to the capital and faced the Marquis of Wu'an's mansion, he would surely have a lot of help.
Thinking of this, the corners of her mouth involuntarily rose slightly, and her eyes flashed with excitement and anticipation.
Five days later, on an auspicious day, it is suitable to move into a new house and start a business.
The deafening sound of firecrackers suddenly rang out, as if waking up the entire Suzaku Street. As the smoke cleared, the red silk half-hidden signboard was fully revealed. The "Huairen Medical Clinic" pharmacy was officially open!
The plaque hung high above the gate. Its black background and large golden characters made it stand out with a solemn and impressive presence. However, those who truly understood the subject were invariably shocked. In the lower left corner of the plaque, the three characters "Shen Zhongtian" were written in a flamboyant style.
Shen Zhongtian, a man known to all in the medical field today—the renowned Divine Doctor Shen of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty! Normally, even the nobility would have to go through considerable trouble to summon him for treatment. And now, to find such a remarkable doctor writing an inscription for a modest clinic—how could this not astonish everyone?
No wonder this clinic is named "Huairen"; it not only reflects their compassionate heart for healing and saving lives, but also their superb medical skills for treating difficult and complicated illnesses! Everyone was discussing this.
I thought it was just the opening of an ordinary medical clinic, but unexpectedly, not long after, the news spread throughout the capital like wings.
After hearing about this, the powerful and well-known families in the capital sent their subordinates to deliver gifts and secretly inquired about the owner of this clinic. After all, to be able to ask Divine Doctor Shen to write the plaque, this person must be extraordinary.
After some investigation, someone finally found out that this clinic was actually opened by the last disciple of Doctor Shen.
Once this news got out, the dignitaries in the capital could no longer sit still.
They knew that the benefits of befriending Divine Doctor Shen and his disciples went beyond simply receiving medical treatment; it could very well mean saving a family member's life at a critical moment. Consequently, the heads of each household personally visited the clinic to offer their congratulations, hoping to establish a good relationship.
For a time, the previously unknown "Huairen Medical Clinic" became crowded and bustling.
Throughout the whole day, Ru Yue and the others seemed to have lost all their strength. They were so tired that they didn't even have the energy to speak.
The clinic was bustling with people, all rushing about, their steps non-stop. The already overwhelmed staff were even busier, never able to rest for a moment. Even the helpers Uncle Wei had brought along had no time to spare; each was buried in their work.
However, in stark contrast to the others, Divine Doctor Shen stayed alone in the pharmacy, bursting into laughter: "Hahahaha, I've already said it, why bother with the apprenticeship gift? Look how good it is now! Not only have we received generous gifts, but we've also gotten a big sign for our clinic! Hahahaha..."
The thin old man yelled at the top of his lungs, his voice deafening, as if he was afraid that others couldn't hear him. His eyes narrowed into slits, with countless little stars twinkling in them, as if he was constantly shouting: "Come and praise me, come and praise me!"
Ru Yue was so exhausted that she couldn't even lift her eyelids, let alone respond to Shen Shen's boasting. The other guys looked at each other, not knowing how to respond.
Fortunately, Uncle Wei and the owner of the clinic reacted quickly and were quick-witted. They immediately came forward and praised and flattered Doctor Shen, which made the old man very happy and relaxed.