The Comeback of the Cannon-Fodder Supporting Actress

Chapter 717 - 702: I Am Not a Slut 13

Xie Xincheng was happy too.

He brought Xiao Yuan to Mr. Lu, and since Mr. Lu admired Xiao Yuan and felt that Xiao Yuan had a talent for learning Traditional Chinese Medicine, it was also a matter of pride for him.

Mainly, Xie Xincheng really liked this student and knew that Xiao Yuan came from a poor family background, so he thought about letting Xiao Yuan learn more so that he could get into a good hospital after graduation.

Xie Xincheng also came from a rural area and was very aware of how difficult it was for rural children to make it in the city. For students like Xiao Yuan, he would help as much as he could.

Mr. Lu kept Xiao Yuan and sent Xie Xincheng away.

He then began to formally test Xiao Yuan. He called several students over and had Xiao Yuan take their pulses one by one.

Before taking pulses, Xiao Yuan would first diagnose them, telling them what ailments were present in their bodies. Afterward, he took their pulses, made a detailed diagnosis, and then prescribed treatment.

After his diagnosis and prescription, Mr. Lu diagnosed them again.

"You did a great job diagnosing, and your prescriptions are good, too."

Mr. Lu nodded incessantly: "Not to mention my own skills when I was your age, even now, my expertise is not likely to surpass yours."

After sending away the students he had called over, Mr. Lu asked Xiao Yuan, "What else do you know? As far as I know, I haven’t talked about massage in my classes. How did you learn that?"

Xiao Yuan had already thought of an excuse: "My family had an Imperial Physician ancestor, but later wars and chaos caused the loss of our medical arts, and by my grandfather’s generation, only the art of massage remained. Additionally, my uncle learned some pharmaceutical skills. When I was young, I rummaged at home and found a few medical books left by my ancestors, then I started learning on my own. Once, I went up a mountain and met an old Taoist who taught me some acupuncture skills and left me a few special remedies."

Mr. Lu’s excitement grew as he listened, and he discussed with Xiao Yuan for a long time: "The Taoist who taught you is a true master. You’re lucky to have met such a Divine Doctor."

Xiao Yuan smiled: "I was young and ignorant back then, just thought it was fun and learned a bit. I was taught by that Taoist for more than a year or two years and then never saw him again."

He couldn’t say that the Taoist was still around; this was all made up. If Mr. Lu wanted to find the person, where could he conjure up a Taoist?

Mr. Lu sighed: "What a pity. If he were still around, I would have been eager to pay him a visit."

However, even though the Taoist was no longer there, having Xiao Yuan as a successor made Mr. Lu quite happy. He patted Xiao Yuan on the shoulder: "The Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor exams are coming soon. I will be your referrer and recommend that you get certified first. Afterward, you’ll be qualified to practice medicine. Your skills are already very good, whether it’s Chinese medicine or Western medicine, you’re not far behind those veteran doctors. To be honest, there’s no necessity for further learning."

Xiao Yuan quickly thanked him: "I will definitely prepare well, and I absolutely won’t let your hopes down."

Mr. Lu waved his hand: "Hopes aside, I just want to have another successor who can pass down our ancestors’ skills. Also, I want to remind you once more, the most important thing in medical practice is medical ethics. No matter what happens, always remember that curing the sick and saving lives is the doctor’s duty."

Xiao Yuan nodded continuously in agreement.

After leaving Mr. Lu’s, Xiao Yuan called Anning.

Anning had just eaten and was thinking about going out when Xiao Yuan’s call came in.

She saw An Nan and Mrs. Jiang still cleaning outside and hurriedly hung up the phone.

"Who was that?" Mrs. Jiang had sharp ears.

"Nobody, it looked like a sales call, or maybe someone selling insurance."

Anning shouted and then grabbed her bag and headed to the door to change her shoes: "Mom, I’m going out for a walk."

"Go ahead, remember to come back early. Oh, and bring back a bottle of vinegar on your way back, we’re out at home."

Anning agreed and walked out.

After going downstairs, she called Xiao Yuan.

"How’s everything on your end?"

Xiao Yuan felt that his situation with Anning was like underground operatives making contact.

"I’ve managed to coax a sum of money out of Old Jiang, and now it’s rotating in the stock market. It won’t take long to make a profit, and I plan to use the money to buy two properties."

Anning slowly explained her plan to Xiao Yuan.

Xiao Yuan listened and smiled: "I’ve got to report to my leader too. I’ve built a connection with Mr. Lu, who will recommend me for the Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor exam. Once I get the certificate, things will be easier to handle on my end, whether it’s in medical aesthetics or developing Traditional Chinese Medicine drugs."

Xiao Yuan originally planned to set up his own clinic. Doing so would afford him more time flexibility and a higher income.

But when he thought about the situation of the Jiang family that Anning mentioned, he changed his mind.

"After graduation, I want to work in a hospital. With Mr. Lu’s connections, it’s not difficult for me to stay at the hospital. The Traditional Chinese Medicine department of our local Medical College’s affiliated hospital is quite good, and I’m considering joining them."

Anning could clearly understand Xiao Yuan’s thinking: "Then go for it, you can make your own decisions on this matter."

Xiao Yuan’s decision to work in the hospital was also for her sake.

Mr. Jiang and Mrs. Jiang just wanted stability.

Their hope was that all three daughters could find a civil servant or a professional like a doctor or a teacher—basically someone with a steady position. Prestige was more important than the amount of money, as long as the job was stable.

Finding someone like that meant they could not expect to be incredibly wealthy, but they could hope for a peaceful and safe life.

If Xiao Yuan wanted to win over his in-laws, he had to figure out what they were thinking.

Anning was not worried that Xiao Yuan couldn’t win over her parents. Considering Xiao Yuan’s intelligence, he had served as Grand Secretary several times in the ancient world, serving as a subject, especially one with high ranking, required a keen understanding of the Emperor’s mind.

If you couldn’t fathom the Emperor’s thoughts, you were just waiting to have your family eradicated.

Xiao Yuan could fully grasp even the thoughts of emperors, so deciphering Mr. Jiang and Mrs. Jiang’s intentions would definitely not be a tough task for him.

After some thought, Anning said to Xiao Yuan: "You just focus on preparing for your exams. Don’t worry about anything else. I will be able to free up some money in the next few days and will transfer it to you."

With these words, Xiao Yuan really looked like someone who was living off a woman.

Xiao Yuan just smiled: "Then I’ll have to trouble you."

"I need to keep a close eye on the stock market these days. Moreover, I’ve taken on a big project, which involves system maintenance for a rather large company. If this project is completed, I could earn several hundred thousands. These next few days I definitely won’t be able to come out for meals with you, so remember to eat well on your own."

A little worried, Anning reminded Xiao Yuan a few more times.

Xiao Yuan promised with a smile.

After hanging up the phone, Xiao Yuan began reading books.

Anning went for a walk outside, strolled in the nearby park for a while, and then returned.

In the following days, Anning sold some stocks that had appreciated significantly and used the funds to purchase the shop near An Nan’s elementary school.

While purchasing the shop, Anning asked Mr. Jiang, "Dad, whose name should we put the shop under?"

Mr. Jiang thought about it, looked around to ensure no one was nearby, then leaned in and asked Anning, "Tell me the truth, how much did you earn this time?"

After some consideration, Anning signaled a number to Mr. Jiang, which truly shocked him: "That much?"

"This business is quite thrilling. If we really make a profit, we’ll be doubling our earnings."

Knowing that Mr. Jiang didn’t understand such transactions, Anning sweet-talked him: "But it also depends on who is doing it. Those who don’t understand and put money into it will surely lose everything."

Mr. Jiang nodded, understanding, "I know, I know. I definitely wouldn’t dare to do it."

Anning suggested: "The money can be recouped fairly quickly. I think we might as well register the shop under my eldest sister’s name, and once all the money is recovered, we could buy two apartments. One for me and one for Third, how about that?"

Mr. Jiang couldn’t help but laugh and complain: "You sure are shrewd. You really know how to plan. Doing this would be unfair to your eldest sister."

Anning patted Mr. Jiang on the back: "What’s there to worry about? Just tell my sister that the old house will be hers, and that will cover it. She won’t be at a loss."

Upon hearing this, Mr. Jiang agreed.

"Then we need to discuss it when the time comes. If your eldest sister isn’t willing, we’ll make other arrangements."

While saying this, Mr. Jiang looked at Anning: "I don’t know how I never realized how clever you were before. You’re sweet-talking me into investing in properties for you three sisters. How did I fall for this?"

Anning wrapped an arm around Mr. Jiang’s shoulders: "Are you really concerned about these things with us? No matter how much you earn, it will all be ours eventually, right? Who else are you planning to leave it to? Besides, we will definitely be filial to you in the future, rest assured. With me here, if they don’t take care, I will. They wouldn’t dare be unfilial."

She whispered to Mr. Jiang: "If they dare to mistreat you and mom, I’ll make them pay."

Mr. Jiang liked hearing this, but still playfully scolded: "I’m not afraid they won’t take care of me, I’m afraid you’ll be the one to ’haunt’ me."