My Aloof Lord Ex-Husband Begs for Remarriage
Chapter 252 - 253: Another Disciple

Chapter 252: Chapter 253: Another Disciple

Chu Nanli was sitting on a stone stool drinking tea and did not notice Ji Shen.

The moment Zhuang Muyan saw Ji Shen, he frowned slightly, "What are you here for?"

He still remembered how Ji Shen had accused Chu Nanli before, so naturally, his tone wasn’t good.

Ji Shen was already feeling guilty, as he had misunderstood Chu Nanli earlier, and yet Chu Nanli had not held it against him and had saved his life.

After being spoken to by Zhuang Muyan in such a manner, his guilt deepened, and his voice became even less steady.

"I, I came to thank Doctor Chu," he said.

Upon hearing the words of gratitude, Zhuang Muyan’s gaze softened considerably, "At least you have some conscience, but shouldn’t you first apologize to my master?"

Ji Shen nodded hastily, "Yes, Brother Muyan, you are right, I need to apologize to Doctor Chu."

As he spoke, Ji Shen knelt down deeply before Chu Nanli.

"I’m sorry, Doctor Chu, I was previously judging you by my own petty standards."

"It was my lack of vision that embarrassed you, Doctor Chu, and that was my fault." Ji Shen’s face was full of guilt as he remained on his knees.

Chu Nanli had not expected Ji Shen to offer such a grand apology.

"Stand up, you have already apologized," Chu Nanli said to Ji Shen.

While she had been treating Ji Shen, he had already apologized, and she had since held no prejudices against him.

Seeing that Ji Shen was not getting up, Chu Nanli stood up and gave him a hand.

"It’s alright, what happened before is in the past," Chu Nanli said.

"Can you really forgive me?" Ji Shen asked, looking at Chu Nanli with a hopeful gaze.

Chu Nanli nodded gently, "Mhm."

Ji Shen’s face filled with gratitude; he had not expected Chu Nanli to be such a magnanimous person.

He thought that Chu Nanli had saved him only out of a doctor’s duty and that being saved was fortunate enough, never truly expecting her forgiveness.

Especially considering how he had slighted such a respectable Divine Doctor.

Ji Shen was so moved that he did not know what to say.

Zhuang Muyan glanced at him, "Alright, is there anything else?"

It was then that Ji Shen came to his senses and quickly reached into his sleeve, pulling out a crystal-clear jade pendant.

"Doctor Chu, I owe you my life. Ji Shen has nothing to repay you with, so please accept this jade pendant as a token of my gratitude," he said sincerely as he offered the jade pendant with both hands.

Chu Nanli was a bit surprised and hurriedly shook her head, "There’s no need for thanks. Saving you was my duty, and besides, your gift is too valuable."

Chu Nanli examined the jade, which was as clear as emerald green, showing a delicate color in the sunlight, obviously a fine piece of emerald.

Such a flawless bracelet could almost be considered a priceless treasure.

Its quality might even be comparable to the renowned He’s Bi and could become an object coveted by various nations.

Seeing Chu Nanli refuse to accept it, Ji Shen became somewhat anxious, "Doctor Chu, please accept it, otherwise I would feel unbearably guilty."

"I have already forgiven you, there’s no need for guilt, and you should take your gift back," Chu Nanli declined.

She had merely done what came naturally in saving Ji Shen and truly could not accept such a grand token of gratitude.

Seeing that Chu Nanli firmly refused, Ji Shen became a bit embarrassed.

Zhuang Muyan coughed, "Ahem, if the master doesn’t accept it, then take it back. If you really want to give thanks, find something ordinary and more suitable."

After all, as former classmates, Zhuang Muyan kindly gave Ji Shen a tip.

Ji Shen finally understood.

He may indeed have been inappropriate, but he only wanted to offer the best to Chu Nanli as thanks.

"Alright, then I will personally show my gratitude to Doctor Chu another day," Ji Shen said earnestly.

The moment he took the jade pendant back, Ye Yunting released a slight breath.

He had been lying in bed and could hear the commotion outside.

He rose to his feet and saw Ji Shen about to give Chu Nanli a crystal-clear emerald bracelet.

That bracelet was a family heirloom of the Ji Family that Ye Yunting had seen before.

By giving the family heirloom to Chu Nanli, his intentions were clear as day!

Chu Nanli really was a magnet for suitors.

Ji Shen only felt a chilling gaze upon him and subconsciously looked around, but noticed nothing amiss.

Zhuang Muyan saw that Ji Shen was still not leaving and found him an eyesore.

It was such a rare opportunity for his mentor to have time to teach him something, and here he was, not leaving and wasting Muyan’s time.

"Do you have anything else, Brother Ji?" Zhuang Muyan asked, his words carrying a hint of a polite request for his departure.

But Ji Shen, as if not understanding Zhuang Muyan’s intent, stayed right where he was.

A flicker of hesitation crossed his face, and finally, as if making up his mind, he said with determination, "Doctor Chu, I have a request. Could you possibly grant it?"

Chu Nanli was slightly surprised. "What request?"

"Would you allow me to become your apprentice?" Ji Shen asked earnestly, his voice trembling slightly with the fear that Chu Nanli might refuse him.

Chu Nanli slightly furrowed her brow.

Seeing the seriousness in Ji Shen’s demeanor, she knew he sincerely wished to become her apprentice.

But her abilities were limited, and she couldn’t take on so many apprentices just yet.

Seeing Chu Nanli furrow her brow, Ji Shen knew he had been presumptuous.

After all, it was good enough that Chu Nanli had forgiven him—how could he dare to ask for more?

"Okay, I understand. Still, thank you, Doctor Chu."

A flicker of disappointment passed through Ji Shen’s eyes. It would be a lie to say he wasn’t upset about missing such a great opportunity.

Chu Nanli saw his dejected appearance and tugged at her lip, saying nothing.

Even if she had taken him as an apprentice without the time to guide him, it would still have been irresponsible.

"You are young, Doctor Ji. If you study hard in the future, you will surely achieve great things. Don’t be fixated on who to take as a mentor or who becomes your mentor," Chu Nanli said earnestly.

She saw in Ji Shen a sincere heart in pursuing the art of healing. With such dedication, he surely wouldn’t go wrong in the future.

And upon hearing Chu Nanli’s words, Ji Shen’s eyes lit up.

That’s right, anyone could be his mentor!

He might not be able to apprentice under Chu Nanli, but he could take her disciple, Zhuang Muyan, as his mentor!

At this thought, a trace of joy appeared in Ji Shen’s eyes.

He turned his head excitedly to look at Zhuang Muyan.

Zhuang Muyan was confused at first, then saw Ji Shen bow sincerely to him.

"Mentor Zhuang, please accept me as your apprentice."

Zhuang Muyan was sipping his tea when he heard this and nearly sprayed it out.

Facing this unexpected shift, Chu Nanli was also slightly surprised.

"Since I cannot take Divine Doctor Chu as my mentor, learning from your disciple would still allow me to inherit your teachings. I wonder if you mind," Ji Shen sincerely said to Chu Nanli.

Chu Nanli tugged at her lip and said, "As long as Zhuang Muyan doesn’t mind, it’s fine."

She spoke indifferently.

As long as she wasn’t the one mentoring, she didn’t mind.

Seeing Chu Nanli deflect the issue to him, Zhuang Muyan felt a bit awkward.

Ji Shen was his schoolmate and not less experienced than him; it really wasn’t appropriate for Muyan to take him as an apprentice.

"Brother Ji, you and I are classmates. How could I possibly be qualified to take you as an apprentice?"

Ji Shen bowed again, determined, "Muyan, although we are equals, your medical skills surpass mine, and you have Divine Doctor Chu as your mentor. You are completely qualified to be my mentor."