Chapter 626 A Dream of Youth 158
As Xie Ning walked through the courtyard, she saw fallen flowers scattered on the ground. She felt a little sorry for them, as these flowers would be perfect for making essential oils.
When Xie Ning reached the entrance of Xiping Pavilion, she noticed that Physician Du was still there, so she quickly walked over and asked, "Physician Du, what's wrong?"
Are you waiting for her?
"Young Master Xie, I wonder if the pharmaceutical workshop still has any openings?" Doctor Du was a little embarrassed, after all, they had only recently sent their two daughters in, and now it was probably full.
But if their daughter, Xin, were to go to the pharmaceutical factory and become just an ordinary female worker, it would be a waste of her talents. If Du Xin were not a woman, the family would definitely do their best to cultivate her.
After all, Du Xin's medical talent is similar to that of her brother. Now Du Mingzhao has already entered the Imperial Hospital, although he is still in a menial position. But that is the Imperial Hospital. Even a menial assistant in the Imperial Hospital can be considered a famous doctor outside.
"some."
Xie Ning stared straight ahead. The long palace road stretched forward as if it had no end. The setting sun cast a golden glow on the winding vermilion walls and eaves.
“Du Xin is very good, so I want her to be my assistant.” Therefore, she specially reserved a position for Du Xin.
Doctor Du paused, seemingly not quite understanding. "Young Master Xie knows Miss Xin?"
Xie Ning and the other physician Du walked to her side, their gazes falling on his surprised face. "I don't know him. I just helped Miss Du resolve some of her medical doubts through Young Master Du."
"Imperial Physician Du...actually, you could have had higher expectations of Miss Du."
Imperial Physician Du smiled, unconcerned. While Xie Ning was indeed capable, he wasn't yet qualified to judge others. "Young Master Xie, you overestimate Xin'er. Although she is talented, she is far inferior to you..."
Xie Ning stopped and met Doctor Du's gaze steadily, a smile in her eyes. "Doctor Du, how do I compare to Du Mingzhao?"
"Naturally, Master Xie's medical skills are superior."
Even though Xie Ning is younger than Du Mingzhao, Imperial Physician Du would not lie and say that Xie Ning is inferior to Du Mingzhao. Otherwise, Xie Ning would not have been able to convince the public to this day.
And it's not just medical skills.
Xie Ning is no less capable in other aspects, no wonder Xie Wangzhi was willing to pave the way for Xie Ning. If Xie Ning were a Du family girl, the Du family would also be willing to pave the way for her and help her rise to the top.
But Physician Du forgot that the Xie family did not foresee Xie Ning's current achievements from the beginning, after all, no one expected that a woman could enter the court as an official.
Because in most people's eyes, a woman's glory is tied to her father, husband and son, and very few are truly remembered by the world for their achievements.
Even if they are remembered, there are only one or two noteworthy achievements. Who knows their names, when they were born, and where they died?
"Back then, my father and brothers were unaware of my future. Now, how can Physician Du be certain about the future of Du Xin and the others?"
After saying that, Xie Ning turned and left, leaving Doctor Du standing there in a daze.
Xie Ning's words were not wrong to him, but... But... Doctor Du had been following the rules for many years, and it was already surprising enough that he was teaching Xie Ning medicine.
Then, watching this child climb step by step to the sixth rank, even though his rank was lower than his, he didn't consider how old the other person was or how old he was.
Xie Ning has been defying their perceptions, yet they are unable to restrain her with conventional etiquette.
A cool breeze brushed past his neck, carrying a hint of post-rain dampness. Doctor Du shivered. He felt his understanding was being challenged, but he couldn't help but start thinking: what if Du Xin and the others could bring convenience to the family like Xie Ning?
Just look at Xie Ning; she gets along well with the Emperor and Empress, Princess Yanxi, and the other concubines in the harem, which plays a significant role. Even when Xie Wangzhi was transferred to another region, the Emperor would remember it if Xie Ning casually mentioned it.
Taking this as an example, even Physician Du dared not imagine how fast his heart was beating.
Although he was a royal physician like Xie Ning, the emperor and empress were closer to Xie Ning, especially the concubines. After all, Xie Ning, as a woman, was a highly skilled doctor, which gave her an advantage over ordinary male royal physicians.
He didn't expect Du Xin and the others to achieve the same level of success as Xie Ning. After all, besides being a royal physician, Xie Ning also held the prestigious position of proofreader, which was specially obtained by the Imperial Observatory, something even Physician Du didn't understand.
In any case, the benefits Xie Ning brought to the medical officers alone were enough to tempt them.
However, a major problem lies ahead: marriage. They can't possibly let the women in their families remain unmarried for their entire lives, can they?
If she were to marry, it would be fine for her own family, but if the other party minded, wouldn't that ruin the young lady's life?
It was already surprising enough that Du Xin had obtained the Zheng family's consent. The Du family didn't mind following the Xie family's example, but not everyone is like the Zheng family.
So conflicted...
Xie Ning had no idea what kind of internal struggle Doctor Du was going through. She just rushed to the carriage. The newly made spinning wheels and looms in the weaving workshop had already started running. She had originally planned to go and see them today, but she didn't expect to stay in the palace so late.
But that's alright, she can stay at the estate and see how the teaching is going.
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