Chapter 312: Chapter 308: Wen Ran: Our Goal Is to Piss Off the Squad Leader!

Shen Qingshu hesitated for a moment, "I’m very picky about my criteria for taking on students. Whether male or female, I don’t really care.

It’s just, they must have talent; I don’t like communicating with those clueless fools."

Okay, as soon as he said that, Wen Ran felt like she finally understood why Hu Dacheng sought guidance in vain and resorted to such drastic measures.

This old man, he’s aged, and his tongue is quite sharp.

Even though his tone is gentle, the words spoken aren’t exactly pleasant.

Worried that Shen Qingshu’s words might offend Wen Ran, his companion tugged at him and tried to smooth things over, "Hahaha, Wen Ran, please don’t mind, Shen is just sharp-tongued but soft-hearted.

Actually, he’s really not a bad person.

In the past, when Hu Dacheng was clueless and sought advice, Shen was generous with guidance.

It’s just that, who knows what’s inside Hu Dacheng’s head?

Insisting on earning the title of apprentice, Shen refused, and that’s when he became embarrassed and angry, seeking revenge."

Wen Ran nodded, "I understand."

It’s normal for people with capabilities to have a temper.

Just like how she relies on her strength to lose her temper often?

Acting recklessly does require some capital.

The talk may be harsh, but you do need someone’s help.

What’s wrong with harsh words? If you’re spoken to, you have to accept them.

"It doesn’t matter," Wen Ran calmly said, "we completely understand because I’m no good either. When I speak harshly, some people want to sew my mouth shut."

"And then?"

Wen Ran shrugged nonchalantly, "Who can beat me?"

Everyone: "..."

Ah, she makes a good point.

After that, Wen Ran looked at Shen Qingshu seriously, "While speech can be carefree, before speaking, one must know if the other person is extreme or not.

If it wasn’t me today, or if the Mountain God wasn’t in a good mood, you would surely have trouble."

Loose tongue, causing trouble.

Being able to smooth things over is real skill.

Anyone can have a temper, but you also need to clean up the mess you make.

Otherwise, you’ll be straightforward but end up in a mess, contemplating at night until you slap yourself awake.

Such a loose tongue.

Looking into Wen Ran’s sincere eyes, Shen Qingshu was stunned, "You mean if I speak like this..."

"It’s totally fine, but you must protect yourself."

Shen Qingshu seemed to understand something.

He turned around and suddenly asked Hongguo, "Recite a soup recipe for me!"

Hongguo: "!!!"

Starting so soon?

She wasn’t mentally prepared yet!

With the exam beginning, Wen Ran unpacked the meat from her basket and invited everyone to eat, "Come on, come on, let’s eat!

They have useful mouths, our mouths have no such use. Don’t let them idle."

Everyone was surprised, this young educated youth seems way too lively.

However, seeing this, their faces showed slight smiles.

After years of numb living, it’s rare to have a young girl smiling; it makes them feel dreamy.

Like they returned to the past.

Under the flickering candlelight, Wen Ran took out a beggar’s chicken. Everyone hesitated, but the team leader dared.

He directly tore off a drumstick, took a bite, and grumbled, "Sly girl, you just happened to hunt some prey when you first came to the countryside and shared it with the public half-heartedly."

Wen Ran: "Haha, honestly, the wild boar I handed over before was because it was too big, and I couldn’t quietly bring it home and eat it quietly. See if I’d hand it over otherwise."

Team leader: "..."

He really shouldn’t have said that.

"Don’t speak anymore, it’s frustrating."

Taking a bite of beggar’s chicken, the team leader felt he could forgive Wen Ran.

This girl, just has a sharp tongue.

No problem.

"Hahaha, uncle, you’re blushing."

Team leader: "..."

Originally, he wasn’t blushing at all.

"Shut your mouth."

"How can I eat meat if I shut up."

"...Then don’t talk."

"But my mouth is meant for talking."

Team leader: "...hahahaha"

Laughing to live.

The banter brought a noticeably relaxed atmosphere.

Even though everyone’s eating politely, the craving for meat isn’t imaginary.

Bite after bite, some sensitive ones even cried while eating.

Wen Ran slightly looked away, feeling a little uncomfortable watching.

On the other side, after Shen Qingshu’s exam, looking at Hongguo’s fluent answers, his gaze became increasingly passionate.

But after slightly increasing the difficulty, he realized that the young girl had a solid foundation but was clueless about the more advanced stuff.

"Alright," Shen Qingshu nodded in satisfaction, "Have you studied before?"

Hongguo glanced at Wen Ran.

Wen Ran was listening to their conversation with ears perked. Seeing this, she quickly turned and gave Hongguo a reassuring nod.

Meaning, it’s okay, speak boldly.

Hongguo understood, swallowed, and honestly said, "I haven’t. I picked up a medical book from the scrapyard, found it interesting, and used it to learn characters. Over time, I memorized it."

Shen Qingshu: "???"

He couldn’t have imagined that answer.

"You mean you completely self-taught?"

"Yes."

Shen Qingshu, astonished, "How is that possible!"

Wen Ran instantly disagreed.

Hey!

Silly old man, what’s the meaning of doubting her sister’s intelligence.

"Why impossible?" Wen Ran retorted, "If you knew my sister has just learned and read for less than a year, you’d be amazed too."

Faced with the stunned expression of everyone, Wen Ran felt smug.

Hey!

My sister is amazing!

Raised by me!

"Also self-taught, you know!"

Shen Qingshu’s eyes widened, "Really?"

"Really."

Shen Qingshu’s eyes were full of passion; he felt that his disciple might really be the one right in front of him.

But no rush, let her learn for a while, then decide, never too late.

"She’s excellent. I think I’ll keep her around and teach her for a while."

"Sure."

Wen Ran agreed readily, "Since you said that, should I show my sincerity?"

"Hmm?"

Shen Qingshu was puzzled, "What do you mean by that?"

"I mean, paying tuition."

"No need," Shen Qingshu refused firmly, "I teach her because I’m fond of her. If she truly has the capability, I’ll take her as a disciple.

If not, then in the future I’ll just offer a few tips."