Taming The Hidden Bigshot By Kissing Him
Chapter 505: Not Listening, Not Listening, The Tortoise Recites Scriptures

Chapter 505: Chapter 505: Not Listening, Not Listening, The Tortoise Recites Scriptures

The Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic’s speakers broadcast Lu Bannong’s voice:

"Please all contestants stop your current actions, any further movement will be considered as a violation and forfeiture."

With that said, no one dared to continue.

Those young Chinese medicine practitioners who hadn’t studied Chinese herbal processing and focused on acupuncture all had bitter expressions, the difference between the preliminary and final round was too great.

There are just too many areas encompassed by Chinese medicine, it’s not something that can be learned overnight.

"Senior colleagues, let’s check out the children’s results, so they can rest easy sooner," said Lu Bannong respectfully to the four elderly Chinese medicine practitioners sitting on stage.

These were giants of the Chinese medicine community, as well as the elders of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Association’s inspection team. But they weren’t typically bothered unless it was a significant matter.

The four elderly practitioners looked very serious.

They walked down the steps, slowly making their way to the competition floor. Starting with the first row, first seat, they examined everything very carefully and with fairness.

With a total of five judges, as long as three gave a rating of high grade, the contestant would pass this round. This round had 20 high-grade spots available.

The TV station’s high-definition cameras followed them, filming everywhere they went, broadcasting both visuals and sound to the large screens inside the venue.

Everyone in the audience could see everything clearly.

Soon it was Lu Yingxue’s turn.

Lu Yingxue had done an excellent job at processing the Chinese herbs, her Atractylodes made with bran retained its medicinal properties very well.

The elderly practitioners took the Atractylodes and discussed it amongst themselves, unanimously nodding their heads, a satisfied and appreciative expression appeared on their faces.

"One can tell she has put in a lot of effort."

"The control of temperature and timing of processing are just right."

"Very good! Indeed, President Lu has taught her well, she is worthy of being your daughter. Not to mention she has made significant improvement compared to ten years ago, truly ’the pupil surpasses the master’. If not for the highest rating being high grade, I would give her a superior grade."

Lu Yingxue indeed had talent for Chinese medicine.

And she truly was diligent.

"Thank you seniors for your praise, Yingxue still has much to learn when compared to you all."

Lu Yingxue was elegant and calm, like a high mountain with unsullied snow, possessing a unique air.

The high-definition camera focused on Lu Yingxue’s flawless face, capturing her poise and demeanor on the big screen, eliciting admiration from many.

This is what the people of the Imperial Capital proud of.

During this time, Lu Bannong, however, gave a middle-grade evaluation.

His expression calm, he spoke candidly, "There is still room for improvement, more effort is needed."

"Yes, Father."

Lu Yingxue bowed her head, respectfully receiving the guidance.

This scene of a strict father and a filial daughter was magnified by the cameras, causing a stir of astonishment within the venue!

"Dr. Lu is truly stringent, Miss Lu has already received praise from the seniors saying that she could be rated high grade, yet he only gave her a middle grade."

"Dr. Lu is trying to avoid any suspicion! He had even refused to serve as a judge for the acupuncture competition, it was only because Elder Wu had a car accident last night and was shocked that he was forced to step in as a judge."

"Poor Miss Lu! We all know her strength and respect it! Dr. Lu must be wary of people gossiping if she wins the competition, that’s why he took such an action!"

Many people sympathized with Lu Yingxue, while also admiring Lu Bannong for his ability to distinguish between the public and private, being strict with himself.

The father and daughter’s good reputation became yet another topic of conversation.

"Pah!"

Sun Weimeng spat out a melon seed shell when he heard these discussions.

"What brand of sack can hold so much! Lu Yingxue was confirmed to advance to the next round before Lu Bannong put on that pretense and gave a middle grade, it doesn’t affect the final result at all. Even I can see through this trick, are they blind?"

He said indignantly, "A pair of white lotus father and daughter! They want face and profit, greedy people never have a good ending!"

Old Chen gently patted his shoulder to comfort him, "Young Master Sun, not everyone has your discernment. Moreover, the Lu family has always had a good reputation in the Imperial Capital. They’re not as objective as we are."

"Blind fools! I just can’t wait to expose the true faces of those hypocritical father and daughter."

Sun Weimeng was not likely to be confused about major issues. He had also occasionally come across many secrets and was naturally in cahoots with Qiao Xi.

"It’s driving me mad!"

Sun Weimeng said, fuming with anger.

Old Chen softly reminded him, "Young Master Sun, don’t be upset. Look, it’s almost our Young Madam’s turn!"

Sun Weimeng hurriedly raised his head to look at the big screen.

Those old men had just given Xiang Mingzhu a "barely premium grade" rating, and then they walked up to Qiao Xi and started to examine her honey-processed licorice root, pointing and discussing.

"The honey-processing looks very good, and the choice of middle honey is also excellent. It shows a solid foundation, even outshining Yingxue."

"The medicinal quality is exceptional. Cheng Han has taken a good apprentice. Which methods of processing Chinese medicines are you skilled at?"

Qiao Xi’s pretty face broke into a radiant smile: "Master has taught me a bit of everything."

Meaning she was proficient in all of it.

"Young and spirited, willing to learn and endure hardship. When you have the chance, ask your master to join us old folks for a drink, and tell him to stop avoiding old friends. Whatever happened in the past is over, and no one’s holding onto it anymore..."

Qiao Xi nodded: "Certainly, I will convey the message."

But she didn’t know what exactly had happened back then.

"Premium grade."

"Indeed premium. The processing and retention of the medicine’s properties are even more meticulous than Yingxue’s."

Qiao Xi’s almond-shaped eyes glanced at Lu Bannong, who was smiling, "Dr. Lu, do you think there’s anything else I need to improve?"

Dr. Lu smiled with his eyes narrowed, his mustache around his lips quivered twice: "You have done really well. I’ve heard of the little girl’s feats in Haicheng, boldly using acupuncture. As medical practitioners, we must remain humble and cautious, not playing with patients’ bodies as a joke. Don’t be like your master... but nevermind, we agreed not to bring up the past, so let’s not talk about it."

His words seemed to carry an implicit meaning.

"Thank you for the advice, Dr. Lu, I will keep it in mind."

Qiao Xi slowly lifted her gaze, her eyes’ smile turning icy as she looked at Lu Bannong.

They all mentioned the past.

So what exactly happened back then?

Qiao Xi never knew about the past, and even Cheng Han rarely mentioned it. Why he left the Imperial Capital, why he retired, and the conflict between him and Lu Bannong.

It seemed that only these old-timers knew the inside story, and they all refused to spell it out directly.

When they moved on to the next station, Xiang Mingzhu standing to the side rolled her eyes.

Dissatisfied, she said, "Qiao Xi, this is just the first round where rankings don’t count for much, but the next round will be tough. I absolutely won’t let you surpass me."

Qiao Xi’s complexion was radiant, her almond eyes as clear as water: "Let me? Someone who barely made premium grade shouldn’t even speak the words ’let me.’ It sounds like a joke when you say it."

"You..."

Qiao Xi extended her hands to cover her ears, as if in disdain.

Not listening, not listening, like a toad reciting scripture.

Xiang Mingzhu was so angry she almost smashed the operation platform in front of her.

...

An hour later, all the evaluations were over.

Many familiar names appeared among the freshly announced 20 slots for the next round, including Shen Xuanzhi who also successfully moved on.

"In three days, the second round of the Acupuncture Competition will proceed! Latecomers will be considered forfeit, so please don’t forget the time! The competitors and the audience are now kindly asked to leave the venue in an orderly manner!" Lu Bannong announced with the microphone, and the audience stirred into motion.

Qiao Xi also hooked the corner of her mouth up and briskly walked towards the inner corridor, heading straight to the parking lot to meet up with Huo Xingzhou.

She had just reached the parking lot.

Just as one wave settled down, another one arose!

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