novelraw Chapter 84 : Returning to School
Chapter 84 : Returning to School
Chapter 84: Returning to School
Having lived for twenty years, it was the first time Lin Mo had experienced people fighting over him, and it felt a little refreshing.
Of course, it didn’t count when taxi drivers scrambled over him back in his hometown—after all, the moment he gave one of them a look, his suitcase was already stuffed into the trunk. It was downright terrifying.
But to be fought over by two university professors of this level, that was quite an accomplishment. After all, both of them were rather authoritative figures in their respective fields.
If this had been before, he would have been overjoyed. But now that he had the shopping page, he didn’t want to bring himself more trouble. His dream was to achieve financial freedom, and then just lie flat.
To put it bluntly, nowadays when students chose majors, the vast majority did so for the sake of a good job in the future, to earn more money. Very few did so out of genuine passion or dreams. Naturally, he was the same.
“Professor Li, this is only my hobby, and besides, I already have a direction for my future career. Thank you for your kindness, but I’m really sorry.”
Seeing that the two elders were unwilling to back down and that their tempers were only getting worse, Lin Mo quickly spoke up.
Two people together already adding up to more than one hundred and thirty years—if they got too worked up and something happened, he really couldn’t take responsibility.
“Exactly. My student’s family is well-off, and his girlfriend’s family too. They can already drive sports cars. With such conditions, does he still need you to worry about his future? Go, go, mind your own business! Stop misleading the young.” The little old lady rolled her eyes at her husband as she said this.
If it had been before, she might have still helped persuade Lin Mo. After all, even if she was competing for him, she was still willing to let Lin Mo study under her husband for the sake of the student’s future.
But after learning last night that her student’s family background was far from ordinary, she had given up on that thought.
Of course, if Lin Mo agreed, then she would have had a different set of words ready.
“Ah... you... what a pity!” Upon hearing this, Professor Li immediately felt his heart ache.
Nowadays, there were not many students willing to work hard in medicine; most were just muddling through. And those studying Chinese medicine were even fewer.
His own students wanted to learn, but they simply didn’t have the talent. They were so hopeless that even during internships, they still often called him for help.
Yet this student, who wasn’t even a medical major, was brimming with talent. He had even managed to learn massage techniques through self-study to the level of a professional doctor. How could one not feel regret over such wasted talent?
Thinking of this, Professor Li took a deep breath and slowly said: “Since that’s the case, I won’t persuade you anymore. But your talent really is exceptional, especially your massage skills. If you could participate in more practical sessions, your level would definitely surpass what it is now. If you’re interested, you can contact me. I’ll take you to the Chinese medicine hospital—there are plenty of opportunities for clinical practice there.”
Though Lin Mo wasn’t interested in studying Chinese medicine, he couldn’t bear to watch such talent go to waste. It was better to let him at least get some exposure—who knew, maybe with his own guidance and example, Lin Mo might develop an interest?
By then, even if he didn’t come to study at their school, he could still teach him privately.
As he grew older, he also hoped that someone could inherit his skills. Clearly, Lin Mo had the talent—it was a good seedling.
“Alright, Professor Li, I understand.” Lin Mo nodded, agreeing first before saying anything else.
The professor had only meant well for him. He had already rejected him once, so rejecting him again would be impolite. At worst, he could just not bring it up again in the future.
Seeing his agreement, Professor Li nodded with a smile. Suddenly, he turned his head and noticed the Angong Niuhuang Pill on the nightstand.
“Hm? This medicine... which year is it from?”
“From 1980.”
“Oh, 1980?” Professor Li was a little surprised. As a practitioner of Chinese medicine, he certainly knew the value of such a thing.
“May I take a look?”
“Of course, go ahead.” Lin Mo responded very generously.
With his permission, Professor Li carefully picked it up and opened it to examine closely.
“It’s genuine. You’ve kept it in very good condition. But such a valuable thing—why are you carrying it around with you?” Professor Li asked curiously.
Having dealt with medicine all his life, he was naturally familiar with it. Not to mention, he had some himself at home—though his was from before 1993.
“I wanted to ask a friend to help me sell it. I only came across it by chance recently,” Lin Mo explained.
“Sell it? How much? I’ll buy it.” Professor Li quickly spoke up. As long as the price wasn’t too outrageous, buying it was definitely a good deal. Who knew—maybe in a few years, the price would go up even higher.
Lin Mo immediately said that someone had already reserved it. Hearing this, Professor Li felt quite regretful.
Glancing at the time, Professor Li said: “Alright then, you should rest. I’ll head out now—it’s about time I go to the hospital.”
Professor Mu adjusted her glasses: “What’s going on? Skipping your Thursday classes to go to the hospital?”
“That young Fan from last time called me again today. Said he’s run into some trouble. How could I not go?” Professor Li sighed helplessly.
At this, Professor Mu widened her eyes: “You mean that same young Fan who gave himself acupuncture, stuck three needles in, and ended up paralyzing himself—only to be saved by you?”
“Exactly. It’s him. He’s driving me mad, but I still can’t ignore him!”
“Then you’d better hurry. Otherwise, when people say he’s your student, it’ll end up affecting your reputation.” Professor Mu chuckled, a little schadenfreude in her tone.
Anyone who studied medicine knew that no matter whether you were a master’s student, a PhD, or an attending physician, “calling in reinforcements” was a doctor’s ultimate move. It could be anyone—from senior classmates to professors, and the most impressive could even call upon their grandmasters. In short, there was no upper limit.
Of course, grandmasters were an exception, because if you wanted to call upon them, you could only visit their graves to pay respects.
“Alright then, I’ll go take a look. If it turns out to be just some minor nonsense again, I’ll scold him to death!”
After saying this, Professor Li left. Before leaving, he even reminded Lin Mo to get his medicine prescribed at the Chinese medicine hospital. If he mentioned his name, they would select the best quality herbs for him.
Lin Mo remembered this and personally escorted him to the hotel entrance, watching as he got into the car.
Because of the massage earlier, Professor Mu hadn’t slept. In the afternoon, at two o’clock, she went on to attend another meeting. Luckily, this time it wasn’t long—less than two hours before it ended.
Lin Mo called Brother Wang, the driver, and then helped Professor Mu pack up her luggage.
In the car, Professor Mu was rather tired. As soon as she got in, she closed her eyes to rest, not even bothering with the hotel dinner.
Thus, neither Lin Mo nor Brother Wang spoke during the ride. They only exchanged a nod, letting Professor Mu rest well.
Checking the time, Lin Mo sent messages to Wang Chu and the Sichuan Girl while in the car, telling them he would be back soon. Since it was nearly dinnertime, he asked if they wanted to have hotpot.
If he drank Chinese medicine, he wouldn’t be able to eat spicy food—so he might as well indulge beforehand. The two agreed happily.
Over an hour later, the staff family housing complex. The car stopped, and the three of them got out. Brother Wang helped carry the luggage.
“Alright then, you should both go back and rest early too. Especially you, Xiao Lin—you’ve worked hard these past two days.” Professor Mu smiled. Clearly, she was very satisfied with Lin Mo’s performance.
“It’s only what I should do, Teacher. You should also go rest early.” Lin Mo replied.
The little old lady nodded. Just as she stepped into the entrance of the complex, she heard movement behind her.
Turning around, she saw a particularly beautiful young woman with her arm around Lin Mo’s shoulders, looking rather close to him. But it didn’t seem to be the same girl as yesterday.
At that moment, Lin Mo saw Li Shiya, now with a splint on her, and was stunned for a second. But in the next instant, he noticed Professor Mu watching him.
Crap!!
“Teacher, I...”
Professor Mu: (￣▽￣)ｄ
As expected of my student—he has the same charm I did back in the day, always so likable!
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