After being jilted, the entire neighboring village was filled with deep regret.

Chapter 479: College of Physicians

Sure enough, after hearing Zhou Ran's request, Shen Mu handed him the keys to the house without saying a word, only charging a token amount of rent.

Zhou Ran went out for a trip and came back with everything sorted out.

Zhou's mother had already spoken with Chu Heng, and it was agreed that Zhou Ran and Chu Heng would travel together.

With everything arranged and everyone calmed down, all that remained was a deep sense of reluctance to part.

Many people in Shenjiazhuang suffered from insomnia that night.

The next day, the first rays of dawn shone into the village, and many households lit their lamps.

Su Tai called her maid to help her pack Shen Congrong's luggage, and she also packed some things herself before going to the county town with them.

They thought their large family would prepare quickly, but Shen Ying and her group were even faster than they were.

The carriage slowly drove out of the village.

Inside the carriage, Su Tai asked her maid to open the small box she had prepared.

"Here are some commonly used and emergency medications. The top layer contains anti-inflammatory drugs, painkillers, fever reducers, heat-clearing drugs, cough suppressants, anti-allergy drugs, and quick-acting heart-saving pills. These are all for internal use. The second layer contains external medications, such as disinfectant, hemostatic powder, prickly heat powder, various ointments, gauze, scissors, and bandages. The third layer contains prescriptions for some ailments, and I have written down the corresponding symptoms and usage instructions on them."

You can take a look when you have some free time; it never hurts to remember more.

Shen Congrong smiled slightly, "Mother, I will study these medicines to pass the time on the way, and I will make sure to memorize them before we reach the capital."

Su Tai nodded with relief, "You've always been steady and reliable, so I'm at ease. Once we get to the capital, we'll go to the Yong'an Marquis's residence to find your godfather. With him protecting you, I'll feel at ease."

As she continued her rambling, the carriage entered the county town.

Shen Yi returned to the county government office and learned that 80% of the candidates had gone to the county town, and the imperial envoy would be leaving the day after tomorrow.

He quickly took his wife and children to the garrison to see Xue Mao.

Xue Mao ordered someone to take the family of three to the martial arts training ground.

The twins were wielding swords with impressive skill, leaving everyone mesmerized.

Shen Congrong sincerely praised, "Father, Mother, my little brother and sister are amazing! This move is even better than Big Dog Brother's!"

Shen Yi nodded repeatedly, "Indeed, it's alright with your brother, after all, he's a boy, it's normal for him to wield a spear and sword. But your sister is actually even more skilled than your brother, it's truly amazing!"

"Of course, there's no one I can't train!"

Murong Jue's voice rang out behind the three of them.

Shen Yi and his family of three quickly turned around and curtsied to Murong Jue.

"Young master, you've arrived."

Murong Jue stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze fixed on Shen Congrong, a slight smile playing on his lips. "I heard you achieved excellent results in the imperial examinations and will be going to the capital soon!"

Shen Congrong bowed and said, "That's right."

Murong Jue's smile deepened. "You've achieved such results at such a young age, which is truly impressive. However, this is also your weakness. The Emperor is unlikely to appoint a child to an official position. The most likely scenario is that he will assign you to the Imperial Academy."

"Bo Academy?" The three members of the Shen family exclaimed in unison.

Murong Jue explained, "The Bo Academy is a place specifically for drafting confidential edicts for the Emperor. It also recruits talents in literature, classics, divination, medicine, Buddhism, Taoism, calligraphy, painting, and chess to accompany the Emperor during banquets and entertainment. You could say that entering the Bo Academy is equivalent to being a close advisor to the Emperor. Since you are young, you won't hold an important position there. You can take this opportunity to learn more, make your presence known to the Emperor, and make him remember you, which will greatly benefit your career."

If you encounter any problems, you can take this token to the Princess of Huai'an's residence to request an audience with the Princess, and she will certainly help you.

Shen Congrong accepted the jade pendant from Murong Jue with trepidation.

Shen Yi frowned and bowed respectfully, "Young Master, I cannot accept a gift without merit. This jade pendant is too precious! I cannot accept it."

Murong Jue chuckled dismissively, "Magistrate Shen, you don't need to be so polite with me. Qingfengzhai has helped me a lot on several occasions. I'm just doing a favor in return. It's nothing."

Shen Yi and Su Tai exchanged a glance, and could only accept it.

Murong Jue's mood improved somewhat, and he looked at the twins, saying, "With their current learning ability, they'll definitely be formidable generals in five or six years!"

Su Tai blinked, looking at her daughter's small figure, and quickly shook off the jumbled images in her mind.

The twins noticed them then, stopped what they were doing, and ran over.

"Father, Mother, Elder Brother, and Brother Jue!"

Shen Congyu threw himself into Shen Congrong's arms, while Shen Yue'an clung to Su Tai.

Murong Jue smiled and left them the space.

As soon as Murong Jue left, Su Tai immediately patted Shen Yue'an's head and asked with concern, "Are you doing well here? Is it hard for you?"

Shen Yuean nodded honestly, "We have to get up before dawn every day to practice martial arts. We start reading and writing at Chenshi (7-9 AM), and after Sishi (9-11 AM), we have to practice martial arts for another hour before we can have lunch. After lunch, we can rest for an hour, and then we have to start practicing martial arts again. I also have to practice the zither when I get back later, and play chess in the evening."

Shen Yuean looked so wronged and pitiful.

Su Tai was speechless, swallowing hard. "You even learn music, chess, calligraphy, and painting?"

Shen Yue'an nodded dejectedly again, "Mother! Uncle Xue said that I was targeted by Brother Jue because I did too many bad things before, and that the suffering I'm experiencing now is all my own doing. Why is that?"

Su Tai choked, then chuckled dryly and patted Shen Yue'an's head. "Don't listen to your Uncle Xue's nonsense. If the young master tells you to learn, then learn. It's always good to learn more. At least here you can learn a lot of things that even your mother doesn't understand."

She already had a headache over Shen Yue'an's upbringing, and now that someone had solved it for her, she had to thank them properly.

Shen Congyu nodded emphatically, "Mother, I will study hard. Brother Jue said that Big Brother is going to the capital to see the Emperor. He said that I must work hard so that I can be as powerful as Big Brother! Then I can go and see Big Brother!"

The couple were both incredulous, never expecting Shen Congyu to say such a thing.

Wait until you get back.

The couple even specifically summoned Shen Yuezhang for questioning.

"Yuezhang, what did you do to help the young master? Why is he so concerned about your younger brother and sister?" Su Tai thought about it all the way back but couldn't figure it out.

Shen Yuezhang shook his head innocently, "Father and Mother, I just run a business. I only have business dealings with the young master. However, the things he wants are quite special and must be customized. With the help of the people Mother gave me, and my own research, there are no major problems. In the past two months, I have received two large orders from him. The young master came over twice and gave detailed feedback on the effects of using the products. That's all."

But his daughter wasn't home when he came; Alan received him. I only go over when he makes a special request.

Chunxing nodded hurriedly, "This servant can testify that Miss only goes there after receiving news from the shop, always completely concealed, and leaves after discussing business with that young master in the main hall."

"That's strange." Shen Yi frowned, puzzled.