21: The fifth task

“Teacher Liu, I can do stand-up comedy! If you accept me, I’ll perform for you every day!”

“Teacher Liu, my cat can do a backflip! Look at me, meow~”

“Teacher Liu…”

The students swarmed forward, directly engulfing Liu Jiangyi in a sea of people.

“Oh no! Let me out!”

“No, no, no, don't touch, don't touch, not there!”

“Classmate! Mind your manners, mind your manners!!!”

Liu Jiangyi struggled desperately, but it was useless.

The students’ enthusiasm was too fervent, completely submerging Liu Jiangyi in a sea of love.

Alchemists hold a high status in City 39.

There wasn't a single student who didn't want to become a high-level Alchemist.

Feng Qingyang, as the Dean of the Medical Academy, never easily accepted disciples.

Therefore, Teacher Liu Jiangyi, who was even more formidable than Dean Feng Qingyang and only held the position of an ordinary teacher, naturally became a sought-after figure in the eyes of the students.

Each of them wanted to be Liu Jiangyi’s first student and learn all of his techniques.

“Disperse! This is a serious place of the Academy, what kind of behavior is this!?”

Suddenly!

A loud shout came from outside the crowd.

The pressure of a Sixth-Rank Martial Artist instantly spread, scaring the students into scattering like birds and beasts.

“Teacher Shen…”

“Teacher Shen, please don’t be angry. We just wanted to seek a master, we didn’t mean anything else.”

The students looked back and saw Shen Bing, with a cold expression, standing in the back.

She was holding fried dough sticks and soy milk in her hand, looking at everyone with an indifferent expression.

“All of you, get back to class! Dean Feng will naturally arrange Teacher Liu’s students. If anyone dares to cause a commotion again, all of you will go to the Supervision Department for a talk!”

Supervision Department!?

These three words made the students' faces turn pale, and they took off running.

“Are you alright?”

After the crowd dispersed, Shen Bing quickly walked towards Liu Jiangyi.

She looked at Liu Jiangyi’s disheveled clothes and hair from being grabbed, and asked with a hint of concern.

Liu Jiangyi, panting, looked up at Shen Bing and said with a wry smile, “Thank you, Teacher Shen, for helping me out.”

“It’s nothing, it’s nothing. I came to ask you, do… do you want to eat breakfast?”

Shen Bing shyly handed the breakfast in her hand to Liu Jiangyi, her blushing face looking very cute.

Liu Jiangyi was stunned.

The warm morning sun shone on the girl’s profile, making her unbelievably beautiful.

“Thank you.” Liu Jiangyi reached out and took the breakfast, scratching his head with a flushed face.

It had been over forty years.

This was the first time he had ever received breakfast from someone.

And from such a stunning beauty at that.

“Teacher Liu, my attitude yesterday was not good, can you forgive me?”

“Hey, it’s such a small matter, I’ve already forgotten about it.” Liu Jiangyi said with a chuckle.

“Really? Teacher Liu is truly broad-minded, thank you!”

Shen Bing happily smiled, her big eyes curving into crescent moons, and two small canine teeth peeking out, fully displaying her youthful charm.

With such a sunny demeanor, where was the coldness from yesterday?

Indeed!

To change a woman’s opinion of oneself, one must display a charm capable of captivating her.

“Teacher Liu, let me take you to see Dean Feng.”

“Alright.”

Liu Jiangyi readily agreed, and then, accompanied by Shen Bing, walked towards the Medical Academy.

Along the way, Shen Bing kept chattering, introducing everything about the Martial Arts Academy to Liu Jiangyi.

The two strolled in the warm sun, the scene warm and harmonious.

Downstairs at the Medical Academy’s office building.

Just as Liu Jiangyi was about to say goodbye, Shen Bing suddenly showed a hesitant and struggling expression.

How shrewd was Liu Jiangyi?

He could tell at a glance that Shen Bing had something on her mind.

Liu Jiangyi actually had a good impression of Shen Bing.

Although she didn't trust him yesterday, if it weren't for her recommendation, Liu Jiangyi's talents would ultimately have no place to be displayed.

Thinking of this, Liu Jiangyi smiled, “Teacher Shen, do you have something you want to tell me?”

“I… I do have something I want to ask Teacher Liu, but… but I’m a bit embarrassed.”

“Hey, you’re my first friend in the Martial Arts Academy, don’t hesitate to say whatever it is.”

First friend?

Liu Jiangyi’s words warmed Shen Bing’s heart.

She looked up, her eyes full of pleading, “Teacher Liu, can I ask you to treat my father?”

“Treat him?” Liu Jiangyi asked in confusion, “What’s wrong with your father?”

“My father has heart problems, and it’s been getting worse recently. I’ve searched for all the famous doctors in City 39, but they’re all at a loss. I thought since you’re so good at Alchemy, you must also understand medical skills, right?”

“Please, save my father. As long as you can save him, I’m willing to pay any price to repay you.”

Liu Jiangyi immediately showed a troubled expression.

Shen Bing gave him a good feeling, and Liu Jiangyi really wanted to help.

But the problem was!

Liu Jiangyi didn't understand medical skills at all!

“You’re unwilling?” A flicker of disappointment crossed Shen Bing’s eyes, and she said with a wry smile, “Of course, after all, I treated you so badly yesterday, it’s normal for you not to agree.”

“I’m sorry, I overstepped.” Shen Bing bowed deeply, her eyes glistening with tears.

This scene made Liu Jiangyi feel very uncomfortable.

“Damn it! If only I knew medical skills!”

[Ding! Even the setting sun has its red, and lonely elderly people are very miserable. In order for the host to gain the companionship of love, the System issues the fifth mission:]

[Please agree to Shen Bing’s request, treat the beauty’s father, gain the beauty’s favor, and find a sincere lover in your twilight years.]

[Mission Reward: Ancient and Modern Medical Skill Mastery.]

[Mission Progress: 0 / 1]

Holy cow!

A pillow when you’re sleepy!?

Ancient and Modern Medical Skill Mastery?

Liu Jiangyi directly ignored the System’s ridiculous talk about lovers.

Liu Jiangyi didn’t believe that a twenty-something girl would fall for an old uncle like him.

But he already wanted to help Shen Bing.

Now with the System’s mission, Liu Jiangyi was naturally overjoyed.

Liu Jiangyi immediately reached out and helped Shen Bing up, comforting her, “Silly girl, I told you I’ve already let go of what happened in the past.”

“I agree to go and treat your father.”

“What?” Shen Bing suddenly looked up, surprised, “That’s great! I knew Teacher Liu, you would definitely help me!”

“I’ll wait for you at the school gate after work tonight. We’ll meet there!”

Liu Jiangyi smiled and nodded, “Okay, see you tonight.”

“Mhm! See you tonight!”

Shen Bing happily skipped away, her steps even bouncing, which showed how happy she was.

…

Feng Qingyang’s office.

“Teacher Liu, you’re here.”

Feng Qingyang saw Liu Jiangyi enter and immediately greeted him with a smile.

“Good morning, Dean Feng.” Liu Jiangyi smiled and nodded, shaking hands with Feng Qingyang.

“Teacher Liu, please have a seat.”

Feng Qingyang led Liu Jiangyi to sit on the sofa, then poured him a cup of hot tea.

“Teacher Liu, I’m truly sorry.”

As soon as Feng Qingyang sat down, his first words were an apology.

Liu Jiangyi was startled, “Why are you apologizing?”

Feng Qingyang said awkwardly, “Your Alchemy attainment is above mine. I know you must be unwilling to just be an ordinary teacher.”

“Therefore, yesterday I went to the Academy leadership to apply, hoping to have you take over my position and become the Dean, with me as your deputy.”