The contest between the teachers of Dragon Field Academy came to an end. Yuan Liu'er became deputy head-an unexpected outcome, yet a reasonable one.
Those who had initially thought little of her changed their views after watching the three rounds.
After all, whether in medical skill, talent for the Medical Dao, or understanding of how the academy should teach its students in the future, Yuan Liu'er ranked among the very best of them.
If even she could not serve as the academy's deputy head, what abilities did the others possess that could win everyone's approval?
On this point, the spectators and Cui Qingwu felt the same.
As the townspeople gradually dispersed, Cui Qingwu rose and consoled Wang Dongbo and the others. "Being outmatched is a good thing."
"With such an outstanding physician at the academy, you teachers will also be able to make great strides in the future."
"Wouldn't you agree?"
Wang Dongbo, He Zonglin, and the third man lowered their heads and fell silent for a moment before sighing and nodding.
"A new generation replaces the old. This old man has learned his lesson."
"I accept today's defeat wholeheartedly. From now on, I shall follow-the two heads' lead."
As they spoke, the three men bowed to Xiao Wan'er and Yuan Liu'er in turn.
Cui Qingwu clapped her hands and smiled. "That's more like it. I hope you will all work together to make the academy famous as soon as possible."
Xiao Wan'er nodded slightly. "The academy has only just been established, and we still need everyone's support. As for the future-"
She looked at Yuan Liu'er. "Liu'er, now that the academy has been established, we should put compiling the Medical Canon on the agenda."
"As you command, Eldest Miss-"
"You're still calling me Eldest Miss?"
Yuan Liu'er hesitated at