Fang Nanzhi remained calm and said, "I am just an ordinary student. It is thanks to Mr. Zheng's kindness that I have the opportunity to learn etiquette."

The subtext is, are you polite?

"Oh? In that case, go back. I, Deng, don't teach unknown people."

Deng Ye's face darkened and he immediately sent the guest away.

Fang Nanzhi bowed solemnly to him and said, "Mr. Deng, I wonder what our ancestors were like?"

"My father was good at water and served as the Water Minister of the Capital. My grandfather was the Imperial College's chief academic officer. My great-grandfather made a fortune and served as the prefect. During the time of my great-grandfather, he was still farming in the countryside."

The Deng family's rise to wealth can be considered relatively smooth. Starting from the great-grandfather, each generation has established a firm foothold.

"I wonder if the ancestors above your great-great-grandfather are nameless?"

Fang Nanzhi asked boldly.

"you!"

Deng Ye's eyes darkened and he stared at her intently.

The latter did not back down.

She felt that Mr. Deng was too arrogant. There were ordinary people in this world, and he looked down on most of them with just one sentence.

Why?

What is an ordinary and unknown person? Who defined it?

A hardworking man is the pillar of the family in the eyes of his wife and daughter. If he is mediocre, how can he support the family?

A country woman works hard for her family all her life. Can the word "unknown" represent her life?

Fang Nanzhi doesn't think so. Everyone's life is meaningful.

The two of them confronted each other for a long time, and Deng Ye suddenly laughed: "Hahaha, hahaha, you dare to say anything!"

Fang Nanzhi looked at him in confusion, not knowing what was so funny.

After he had finished laughing, she said, "I heard you're studying medicine. You're multitasking, so it's hard to specialize, right?"

Fang Nanzhi scratched his head: "For an ordinary person like me, multiple knowledge and multiple ways of life are possible."

Deng Ye sneered: "You hold a grudge."

"Brother Zheng wrote to me and made a bet with me, asking me to teach you for three years, saying that within three years you would be famous in the capital. I originally thought Brother Zheng was lying, but after meeting you today, I understand a little better. Hmm, you are a natural troublemaker."

Mr. Zheng not only asked his apprentice to deliver the letter to Deng's house, but also sent someone to write a letter to Deng Ye half a month in advance to give instructions.

He knew his junior fellow apprentice's temperament very well. He was always free and easy, and was afraid that he would not be willing to accept him as a disciple, as it would add an extra layer of restriction, so he used the bet to lure him in.

Fang Nanzhi was not happy: "Teacher, you misunderstood. I have always been a well-behaved and honest student."

She has been a good girl since she was young and never likes to cause trouble.

Mr. Zheng said that she became famous in the capital because of her talent and medical skills, and definitely not because of her ability to cause trouble.

"Oh?" Deng Ye didn't believe a word of it. He had never seen such a bold girl.

He raised his eyelids and asked, "Do you want to become my disciple?"

Fang Nanzhi thought about it seriously.

Although Deng Ye's words were too extreme, they always made people uncomfortable.

But the teacher that Mr. Zheng had tried so hard to find for her must be a man of real talent and knowledge. If she left in a fit of anger, it would be a great disappointment to Mr. Zheng.

Mr. Deng just said that his grandfather was the chief academic officer of the Imperial College, so he must have a family background in learning.

Fang Nanzhi gritted his teeth and knelt down.

"Student Fang Nanzhi greets you, sir."

She kowtowed heavily.

A smile flashed in Deng Ye's eyes. He was quite smart.

But his face remained calm and composed: "Get up."

Fang Nanzhi didn't get up, but asked curiously, "Sir, did my master tell me what to do if I win the bet?"

Deng Ye saw through her thoughts at a glance: "If I win, I will do something for Brother Zheng?"

"what's up?"

"Why should I tell you?" Deng Ye turned his face ruthless, waved his hand, asked her to leave, and wait until tomorrow morning to attend the formal class.

Fang Nanzhi got up, somewhat unwillingly: "Sir, I have become your disciple twice and received the apprenticeship gift each time..."

She tried to blink, shouldn't you show some appreciation?

Deng Ye was stunned. This little apprentice was not only courageous, but also shameless and greedy for money!

"Go away, you didn't even give me six gifts!"

"Then I will come to give it to you tomorrow. Please prepare some gifts. I am from a poor family and have never seen the world. I wonder if you have any unwanted ancient books or rare copies that you can give to me. I won't mind."

Fang Nanzhi is a very honest person.

Deng Ye almost laughed out of anger.

Is this even human language? A rare ancient book? Even if a family were to accumulate it over generations, they wouldn't be able to collect more than a few.

This girl asked for it right away and said she didn't mind.

How shameless.

Oh no, could it be that this girl wants to be his disciple because she is attracted by his financial resources?

Deng Ye ordered everyone to leave again, and Fang Nanzhi was "invited" out by the servants.

She hummed twice, raised her chin and walked away.

Anmei followed behind and always felt that the young lady was like a victorious rooster.

Fang Nanzhi was not in a hurry to go back, nor did she want to take a carriage. She wanted to tour the capital.

Carriages were not allowed to roam freely on the streets of the capital. After thinking about it, Yuan Bo left the carriage in a tavern and would come back to pick it up.

After passing through Changping Alley, you will reach Changqing Street. Although it is not the main street yet, it is lively enough.

There are people who perform monkey shows and people who hold martial arts competitions to win a bride.

Fang Nanzhi bought a bowl of yogurt ice cream and squeezed in.

I’ve never seen a martial arts competition to win a bride!

"Men traveling from the south and north, please stop for a moment. My eldest daughter of the Wang family is about to reach marriage this year. She is graceful and elegant, like a lotus emerging from the water. My master has set up a competition stage here to recruit a husband."

"Today's son-in-law recruitment is different. There are two types: literary competition and martial arts competition. As long as there is a strong man who can win either one, he can become the son-in-law of the Wang family."

Fang Nanzhi stood on tiptoe, tilted her head back, and like the people around her, tried to look towards the small second floor behind the arena.

I want to see what the girl from the Wang family on the second floor looks like.

Unfortunately, I can’t see it clearly because it is blocked by the screen.

She couldn't help but jump up and down, but it was useless.

Anmei supported her master, fearing that she would fall.

"You're talking nonsense. Why don't you let us meet Miss Wang first?"

"Yeah, don't end up marrying a faceless woman."

someone shouted.

Fang Nanzhi nodded and said, "Yes, yes, before getting married, you have to look at each other first. What if you don't like her?"

"Don't be impatient, everyone. My young lady is beautiful and I'm not afraid of you. But girls are always a little shy. If you can be more enthusiastic, maybe you can call her out!"

The servant on the stage was smiling.

When these words were spoken, many people became excited.

"Ms. Wang, my name is Yang Gang. Please meet me."

"Miss Wang, I am a 23-year-old unmarried person. I wonder if I can catch your eye?"

"You've finally come out after much anticipation. Since Miss Wang is looking for a husband, please don't waste this good opportunity." Fang Nanzhi also shouted.

Many people around looked at her.

"Little girls, come and find a husband too."

"Young lady, are you going to get married too?"

"I won't get married, but I have uncles and brothers in my family who are not married." Fang Nanzhi said confidently.

"Little girl, there are so many people in your family who can't find wives. You should think about your own family's reasons." Someone said.

"Oh, then uncle, have you thought about the reason why you haven't gotten married?"

Fang Nanzhi was curious.

The uncle immediately ignored her. This girl was not cute at all.

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