Chapter 578: Chapter 570: Consequences of Refusal Chapter 578: Chapter 570: Consequences of Refusal “I must admit, the Tong Family’s Acupuncture Method is far superior to anything I’ve ever seen.”
Tang Yuxin subtly moved the fingers resting on her knee.
Being here was like being in the presence of venomous snakes or savage beasts; the eerie, chilling feeling seemed to constantly tug at her nerves, causing her brow to throb in pain.
Of course, our Tong family’s Acupuncture Method is exceptional.
Tong Feng smiled, but Tang Yuxin could no longer see any trace of mirth in his eyes.
This was a profound understanding she had garnered from two lifetimes.
She was now much better at reading people than she had been in her past life.
Who was sincere, who was insincere.
Who was genuine, and who was hypocritical.
She couldn’t claim to see through everyone completely, but when it came to most people, she felt confident in her perceptions.
Her assessment of Tong Feng began the first time she met him.
And frankly, she did not like what she saw.
It made her wary.
She hadn’t understood the reason for her heightened caution around Tong Feng until later.
It was simply her instinctive response to danger.
Had she known sooner, she would have shown no respect for anybody’s face,
and rejected him outright on the spot.
But she didn’t, which left a dangerous opportunity open to her.
Like right now.
“I’d be willing to take you on as my disciple.
You can learn any of the Medical Skills of the Tong Family, along with my granddaughter.
Whatever she can learn, you can learn too.
What do you think?”
Tong Feng offered an olive branch.
For anyone studying medicine, especially Chinese medicine, this was an irresistible temptation.
Tang Yuxin kept her eyes downcast, just listening and not saying anything in response.
“You’re well aware of the Tong Family’s reputation, aren’t you?
If you want a future in the medical world, this is a golden opportunity,” Tong Feng tried to make the proposal sound even more attractive, hoping to sweep Tang Yuxin off her feet.
“What’s the matter, you need to think about it?”
Tong Feng couldn’t believe that Tang Yuxin would remain unmoved by such a magnificent opportunity.
Anyone trained by the Tong Family couldn’t compare with those taught by ordinary country doctors.
Emerged from the Tong Family, she would doubtlessly shine brilliantly.
This would give her an immense advantage in her future medical career – a chance to reach the top.
Anyone who wasn’t a fool would not reject this.
Of course, Tang Yuxin was no fool.
Tong Feng had said all this, painted a great picture, and cooked a delicious meal, but Tang Yuxin remained silent, not uttering a single word.
It felt like punching cotton—ineffective.
The atmosphere became somewhat uncomfortable, and Tong Feng’s face fell visibly.
Only then did Tang Yuxin raise her head, her eyes somewhat vacant.
She was annoyed and irritated.
Dealing with such people was a hassle.
They were all too arrogant, so accustomed to their commanding roles that they expected everyone to bow down and submit to them.
They couldn’t tolerate dissent or rejection.
“Mr.
Tong…” Tang Yuxin said quietly with a sigh, “I am not very gifted, and my grandfather always said I wasn’t suited to Chinese medicine.
He thought western medicine was more suited for me.
While I would like to learn the Tong Family’s Medical Skills, my limited abilities would not allow me to be successful.
So, I regretfully decline your offer.”
Tong Feng’s face darkened visibly.
“Tang Yuxin, do you understand what you’re saying?
Do you understand what you’re rejecting?”
“I do,” Tang Yuxin replied, never more serious, never more determined.
She knew what she was refusing.
The Tong Family was prestigious, and affiliation with them would grant her respect in the world of Chinese medicine, much like someone who studied abroad.
However, she understood that to gain something, something else must be given in return.
What of hers could the Tong Family possibly want?
To this day, she remained unsure.
However, from the beginning, she had sensed a dangerous aura.
She did not know why, but her intuition warned her to keep her distance from the Tong Family.
No matter what, she would not join the Tong Family.
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Even if the Tong Family could make her empress, she would refuse.
“If you will excuse me, Mr.
Tong, I should leave,” Tang Yuxin said as she stood and bowed politely to Tong Feng before turning to leave – oblivious to the murderous look in his eyes as he watched her depart.
With her back straight, she made her way out.
Outside, there were no vehicles, no taxis, and no buses.
However, thanks to her foresight, she had memorized the route here.
Though she didn’t remember everything, she did recall the critical turns and intersections.
Tong Feng hadn’t offered to have anyone send her off either.
So, without a doubt, Tang Yuxin was sure that the Tong Family was no place for her, and Tong Feng was not the magnanimous person she had expected.
A grandmaster like him, lacking manners and grace, was someone she couldn’t afford to provoke.
Running and hiding seemed the best option for her.
“What’s wrong with you?” Lin Yile observed Tang Yuxin pacing to and fro.
At first, she hadn’t noticed anything unusual, but as time passed, she found her friend’s behavior odd.
Tang Yuxin hadn’t moved for a while now, occasionally massaging her own legs.
“I’m ok,” Tang Yuxin said with a smile, “I guess I walked too much today; my legs feel tired.”
“I see,” Lin Yile replied, pulling up a chair to sit.
She hadn’t noticed until Tang Yuxin mentioned it, but her legs felt incredibly tired too.
Being a doctor or a nurse isn’t easy.
They’re always on the move, running more than walking.
Especially when crowded, it’s comparable to running a marathon every day.
But marathon runners don’t have to run daily.
“Yuxin, do you miss home?” Lin Yile asked.
“It feels like I’ve been away from home for a very long time…”
“Yeah, it’s been a while,” Tang Yuxin replied, continuing to massage her aching legs.
It had been months since she last went home.
When she first left, she hadn’t felt anything, but now, her feelings changed.
Her father was still her father; nothing changed there.
However, he now had a new family.
She could make occasional visits, but frequent visits weren’t advisable.
“When I get the chance, I’ll go back home.”