She sighed softly, as if this was the only way.

"Teacher, what is a watermelon?"

Nanzhi then remembered that she had just taken on an apprentice.

"Watermelon is a fruit that is sweet and juicy, and it's great for quenching thirst. You'll see once it's grown."

Nanzhi then realized that he had actually taken a small notebook and written down what she had said.

Suddenly I understood why teachers always liked well-behaved students and those who always carried paper and pen with them when they were in school.

This gave him a sense of accomplishment, and so his gaze toward Jingji became more approving.

“These are watermelon seeds,” she said, taking one out of the bowl. “They’re hard, so it’s best to soak them in water before planting. And when you plant them, make sure the soil is…”

Nanzhi spoke for several hours straight, planting as she spoke. Before long, the master and disciple had planted all the seeds in the ground.

Just as the sun was setting, Lin Chengyi returned with two adults.

Jing Ji immediately ran over and whispered something in Zhu Xiangming's ear.

Zhu Xiangming looked up in surprise, "Really?"

Jingji nodded.

Zhu Xiangming paused for a moment, then walked towards Nanzhi.

"Professor Nan, I'm counting on you for Jingji's future."

Nan Zhi thought he was going to come up and mock her, but she didn't expect this. It's clear that Zhu Xiangming is a person with unique insight.

"Not at all, Jingji is my apprentice, but he is working for you, sir. I am extremely grateful for your generosity, and I hope you will continue to take care of me in the future."

Zhu Xiangming laughed. Who said Nanzhi was just a weak village woman? She's a real shrew!