As expected, when she ntioned a monthly salary not less than five figures, everyone in the pharmacy was instantly drawn to it.
Everyone turned to look, and when they saw that the protagonist of this over-ten-thousand-a-month salary was a young man in his early twenties, they were astounded.
Even Lu Ran couldn’t help but cover her mouth with her hand in shock when she heard about the five-figure salary.
Of course, surprise is just surprise.
She didn’t think Lu Xuan would agree.
Compared to a five-figure monthly salary, being the director of the Traditional Chinese dicine Hospital is much more appealing.
The reason for the surprise is mainly because a five-figure monthly salary in this small county of Anjiang is incredibly shocking.
A monthly salary over ten thousand is rare, except for those who own shops or companies; it’s almost countable on one hand.
However, the people who ca to buy dicine were greatly shocked.
Especially a few elderly folks, looking at Lu Xuan with envy.
Just when these people thought Lu Xuan would agree, to their surprise, facing Huian Pharmacy’s invitation, Lu Xuan shook his head: "Thank your general manager for the offer."
"Uh..."
The pharmacy staff clearly did not expect Lu Xuan to refuse, and so decisively without any hesitation.
"You don’t want to?"
"Do you think Anjiang is too small, lacking developnt?"
"It’s fine! Huian Pharmacy has so branches within the province, and it also has plans to expand in the coming years. If you join, you might beco part of the managent."
"This is not where my ambitions lie."
Lu Xuan didn’t bother explaining much; he’s a Traditional Chinese dicine Doctor, selling dicine is not his calling.
When Lu Xuan and his group returned ho with the dicine, Lu Guoquan had already bought the dicine pot and asked as soon as they returned: "Why did you co back so late?"
Lu Ran smiled and said: "Xiaoxuan wanted to check the authenticity of the herbs. We were curious too, so he told us how to identify real and fake herbs, which took a bit of ti."
"I see, no wonder." Lu Guoquan casually asked, and hearing this, he didn’t ntion it further.
However, Lu Ran said, "Brother, sothing else happened on our way back."
"What happened?" Lu Guoquan put down his work and asked curiously.
Lu Ran said, "The general manager of Huian Pharmacy wanted Xiaoxuan to work there and offered him a salary that many couldn’t refuse."
"How much?"
"Five thousand or six thousand?"
Lu Guoquan didn’t pay much attention; in his eyes, a salary of five or six thousand is considered high when working in Anjiang County. After all, the cost of living and working in the county is relatively low, and many vegetables can be hogrown. Occasionally, he could even bring supplies back from the countryside.
"Six thousand?"
Lu Ran pouted, "Brother, you’re underestimating my nephew."
"Oh?"
"So how much are they willing to pay?"
Lu Ran held up a hand: "They said, not less than five figures, and Huian Pharmacy plans to expand. They even said Xiaoxuan might beco part of managent in the future."
"A monthly salary over ten thousand?"
Lu Guoquan was amazed, a salary that might not be much in big cities, but in a small county like Anjiang with an average salary of just over two thousand, it was already top-tier.
Moreover, there was a chance to beco part of the managent in the future, which truly showed respect.
However, despite the surprise, considering that his son might soon beco the director of a Traditional Chinese dicine Hospital, Lu Guoquan found a monthly salary of over ten thousand less appealing.
Compared to the title of director, a ten-thousand salary isn’t much.
With that thought, Lu Guoquan knew that the monthly salary of over ten thousand couldn’t offer his son much allure, so he didn’t ask much further and instead took out the washed and boiled dicine pot: "I’ve left the dicine pot here."
"Alright, Dad, you can go back to your work. I’ll handle the dicinal brewing." Lu Xuan said with a smile.
"I’ll do it." Ji Xiuwen, fully living up to his role as Lu Xuan’s assistant, said.
Lu Xuan was not polite, and he handed over the dicine directly: "Alright, I’ll leave it to you then."
However, seeing this, Lin Fangling teased: "Ji, you’re a guest in our ho. How can we let you do such things?"
Then, she didn’t forget to scold Lu Xuan: "Xiaoxuan, he’s just being courteous, and you really let him do it."
"Auntie, it’s fine. It’s actually my job."
Ji Xiuwen smiled and was about to take the dicine to brew.
Lin Fangling seed to hear sothing and asked, "What do you an? What do you an it’s your job?"
Ji Xiuwen turned back and said, "I’m Lu Xuan’s assistant, you know. Back at the Health Center, he was responsible for consultations and prescriptions, while I’m responsible for getting the dicine and other errands. You see, isn’t that what I’m supposed to do?"
With his explanation, everyone understood.
"Ah, I see!"
Lin Fangling was enlightened.
At first, she thought Ji Xiuwen was also a doctor at the Health Center, but now she knew that he was Lu Xuan’s assistant. Yet, even so, Lin Fangling still looked disapprovingly at Lu Xuan: "Even if Ji is your assistant, he’s a guest in our ho, you as the host are sowhat lacking!"
Lu Xuan smiled wryly: "Alright, alright, I’ll brew the dicine."
However, Ji Xiuwen declined: "Auntie, I should brew it. Besides, brewing dicine is a learning opportunity. As his assistant now, I need to learn by following behind him. You see, I haven’t even paid for tuition, and not doing a bit more makes feel guilty, doesn’t it?"
With that, without minding what Lin Fangling said, he headed directly to the kitchen to start a fire and brew the dicine.
Fortunately, brewing didn’t require constant attention. After processing the dicine, Ji Xiuwen returned to the living room, chatting happily with the Lu family.
Lu Qinian, the elderly grandfather, initially thought he had cancer, so he wasn’t in good spirits or mood. But seeing his grandson’s competence, he was now full of confidence.
Lu Xuan observed without saying much, as this was a positive developnt.
A patient’s confidence in their doctor, combined with the effective dication, often helps resolve issues.
The real concern is when a patient doubts the doctor; even the best dicine can be ineffective.
As expected, after taking the dication, the very next morning, while brushing his teeth, Lu Xuan saw his grandfather sitting on the sofa watching the morning news. Seeing Lu Xuan, he couldn’t help but ask: "Why are you up so early? Didn’t you sleep a bit more?"
For the elder generation, today’s young people differ greatly from their ti.
Sleeping in was a common issue among Lu Xuan’s generation, yet seeing his grandson up so early caught him off guard.
"Early to bed and early to rise is good for health." Lu Xuan replied with a smile.
"By the way, Grandpa, how did you feel after taking the dicine?" Lu Xuan was still quite concerned about his grandfather’s health. Although the dicine he prescribed wasn’t a magic cure, it should have so effect if suitable.
However, expecting a single prescription to cure sothing like cancer would be unrealistic.
Speaking of the dication, the grandfather eagerly shared his experiences: "I feel pretty good. I wasn’t comfortable around here for a long ti, but after taking your dicine yesterday, I felt much better last night. This morning, I feel comfortable and not as uncomfortable."
"Do you still have a fever?"
"A little, but my temperature isn’t as high. Just a bit of morning bitterness in my mouth."
Lu Qinian shared his feelings, candid with his doctor grandson, who he spoke to openly without any anxiety typical of talking to doctors, like a relaxed conversation between grandparents and grandchildren.
"Let check your tongue." Lu Xuan stepped forward, inspecting his grandfather’s tongue, which remained much as it was yesterday. But he didn’t mind as tongue observations often require two to three days of dication for noticeable changes.
"How is it?" asked Lu Qinian, pulling back his tongue.
"It’s the sa for now, but there’s definitely an effect. I’ll need a few more days to confirm specifics."
"Alright, I’ll follow your directives."
Lu Qinian expressed no concern; he had great confidence in Lu Xuan’s dical skills.
He had already felt better after just one dose, so he had nothing to worry about.
The pair chatted on the sofa, and soon, Lu Guoquan, rubbing his sleepy eyes, joined in. Rembering he had to pick up so dicine today, he ntioned, "Xiaoxuan, I have sothing to do in the city today. Could you please help watch the clinic? I’m afraid Dr. Li might be overworked alone."
Lu Xuan, having nothing planned, agreed without hesitation.
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