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Tao'er was eager to tell Ayan the good news about becoming his apprentice in medicine, so she walked faster and faster, her skirt catching the wind.

Just as I turned the corner under the eaves, I ran into Sister Dongkui carrying a basin of washed clothes into the yard.

Dongkui could tell at a glance that Tao'er was different today. The girl's face was beaming with joy, her eyebrows and eyes were full of happiness, and her cheeks were rosy, like a ripe peach on a branch.

Dongkui stopped in her tracks and asked with a smile, "Little sister Tao'er, what treasure have you found?"

"You're laughing so happily."

He wondered if Seventh Brother Shi had confessed his feelings to Sister Tao'er.

Tao'er stepped forward, grabbed Dongkui's arm, and lowered her voice, but couldn't suppress her excitement: "Sister Dongkui, you guessed right. Although it's not exactly finding a treasure, it's pretty much the same."

Uncle Li agreed to take Ayan as his apprentice.

"I'm going to tell him this good news now."

Upon hearing this, Dongkui's eyes lit up.

She gathered her clothes into her arms and gently patted Tao'er's hand: "Oh my, this is really great news!"

For someone like Uncle Li to accept you as an apprentice is a blessing that many people would rather die for.

I've heard Qingfeng mention him; he used to be a legendary healer, revered by everyone in the martial arts world!

"That kid Qingfeng is quite sincere towards you; he even told you about this."

Isn't he afraid that Uncle Li will skin him alive?

Tao smiled, pursing her lips.

Dongkui blushed instantly upon hearing this and said reproachfully, "Little Peach is teasing me again?"

Dongkui thought to herself that this would give Tao'er and the young master another skill to rely on, which was a great thing.

"Okay, okay, I won't say anything more, alright?"

When Tao'er saw that Sister Dongkui was about to scratch her, she quickly begged for mercy.

"That's more like it, Sister Tao'er. I've heard that studying medicine is quite tough. Your young master is so young, you'll have to put some effort into him."

Dongkui was worried that the young master was too young to persevere, which would be such a pity!

Tao'er nodded vigorously and took Dongkui's hand: "Sister Dongkui, I know what that means."

"Come on, come with me to Brother Chen's place. We'll go tell Ayan right now."

The two then walked side by side toward Ah Chen's house.

As Dongkui walked, she kept giving Tao'er advice, all of which were for their own good. Tao'er responded to each and every one of them, feeling warm inside.

To their surprise, the door opened from the inside as soon as they reached the door and before they could even raise their hands to knock.

Ah Chen and Ah Yan walked out one after the other.

Ah Chen was wearing a moon-white shirt, and his complexion had become somewhat rosy, indicating that he had recovered about 60-70% of his health.

Ayan was following behind him, walking with her head down, and almost bumped into Achen's back.

"Sister Tao'er?" Ayan looked up and was somewhat surprised to see Tao'er and Dongkui standing at the door.

Tao'er grabbed Ayan's sleeve and said impatiently, "Ayan, Grandpa Li has agreed to take us both as his apprentices."

You can learn skills from him properly from now on.

Are you happy?

Ayan was stunned for a moment, then laughed, "Really?"

That's wonderful!

Sister Peach, I'm so happy.

He never imagined that he would become the apprentice of a legendary healer.

Tao'er smiled so hard her eyes curved into crescents, and pulled Ayan towards the door: "Come on, come with your sister to the market to buy some things. There has to be a proper way to become an apprentice. Let's go buy some gifts for the apprenticeship ceremony."

Ayan was pulled so hard that he almost fell, and then everyone laughed.

Ayan scratched the back of his head sheepishly: "Sorry, I lost my balance just now..."

Seeing this, Dongkui quickly stepped forward: "Sister Tao'er, Ayan, I'll go with you too."

Tao'er shook her head and said seriously, "Sister Dongkui, you shouldn't go."

There are still many things to do at home, so you should stay home and cook.

It's almost noon.

With so many people waiting to eat, someone has to take care of it.

Dongkui opened her mouth, as if to say something, but Tao'er had already called out loudly, "Qingfeng!"

"Qingfeng, come here!"

Qingfeng was chopping wood at the other end of the yard when he heard Tao'er calling him. He wiped the sweat from his forehead and jogged over.

He was tall and had a straight posture; standing in front of Dongkui, he was more than half a head taller than her.

"Sister Tao'er, what's wrong?"

Qingfeng asked with a smile.

Tao'er looked at Qingfeng, then at Dongkui, and her lips curled up slightly with a mischievous glint in her eyes: "Qingfeng, you'll be Dongkui's assistant."

You helped with all the chores, like starting the fire, washing vegetables, and cutting meat.

Sister Dongkui, you might not be able to handle everything by yourself. You'll have to be more diligent.

Ayan and I have to go out for a while.

Qingfeng responded with an "okay," then turned to look at Dongkui, her ears turning slightly red before quickly looking away.

Dongkui looked a little uncomfortable, lowered her head to straighten the clothes in her arms, and muttered, "You little rascal, you sure know how to make arrangements."

He then turned and walked toward the kitchen, and Qingfeng immediately followed.

Tao'er had her own little scheme in mind.

Although Sister Dongkui and Qingfeng often meet, they always keep a polite distance and haven't spent much time alone together.

Today is a good opportunity to let the two of them spend more time together, talk, and build up their relationship.

Besides, she didn't mean to stop Dongkui from going with her; the family really couldn't be left unattended.

Xiao Yi couldn't leave; he still had to assist Uncle Li.

Uncle Li needs to prepare an antidote for Xiao Yi and also brew herbal medicine for him to bathe in; these things require someone to look after them.

Seeing that Tao'er wouldn't let Dongkui follow, Achen stepped forward, straightened his clothes, and said in a matter-of-fact manner, "Tao'er, then I'll go with you."

I'm worried about you two going out alone; I have to go with you and protect you.

Tao'er glanced at him, her gaze falling on his still somewhat pale face. She shook her head, her tone leaving no room for discussion: "You shouldn't go either."

Your injury hasn't fully healed yet, and the sun is strong outside. Walking too much will make your wound hurt.

Stay home and rest well; don't cause any trouble.

If something happens there, who knows who will protect whom!

Ah Chen frowned slightly, wanting to say something more, but Tao'er cut him off: "If you're really bored, just sunbathe in the yard."

Uncle Li said that getting more sun exposure is good for your injury, as it can replenish your Yang energy and promote the circulation of Qi and blood.

"Just stay put and don't wander around."

Ah Chen was speechless after hearing her words. He opened his mouth, but ultimately didn't insist.

He knew that what Tao'er said was true; his injury had indeed not fully healed.

Yesterday, I walked a few extra steps and my wound started to ache, which led to a scolding from Tao'er.

If I try to be brave and go out with them now, I'll get scolded again later.

Ah Chen sighed helplessly and waved his hand, "Ah Tao, Ah Yan, go and come back soon, don't linger outside for too long."

Tao'er responded and pulled Ayan around as they walked away with light steps. Ayan also looked delighted.

After all, they are just kids; they won't necessarily stay cooped up at home all the time.