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Chapter 755 Where to go
Li Azhu didn't know whether she was hungry or nervous, she swallowed.

“What will it cost me if I enroll?”

Although she is illiterate, she knows very well that there is always a price to pay for anything and that there is no such thing as a free lunch.

"After you finish your studies, will you enter the palace or the government as a slave?"

hum-

As soon as these words were spoken, the noise in the square died down a bit.

Many people were already tempted, but when they heard Li Azhu's words, they stopped.

The refugees had to sleep on the ground and were in danger of losing their lives, but at least they had a clean identity.

The children and grandchildren may become poor, but at least they have the opportunity to study and make progress.

Although the chance is very small and slim, it is always a glimmer of hope for ordinary people like them.

No one knows when smoke will rise from the ancestral grave, and from then on the family will become successful.

However, once you become a slave, you may be able to have a full meal every day.

But unless someone redeems them, they will be slaves for life and even their descendants will have to be slaves.

Not to mention making a name for oneself, one can’t even keep one’s own surname.

This is absolutely difficult to accept for the common people who think that the sky and the earth are not as important as their ancestors.

Besides, being a slave means being a thing, but it is not bad if you meet a kind master.

If they meet a bad master, they may be beaten to death, given away or even sold to a brothel at any time.

By then, no one will be able to respond to your cries to the heavens or the earth...

Haha.

Xiao Dingzi on the high platform threw his head back and laughed.

"That's a good question. Even if the girl didn't ask, I would have made it clear in advance."

After saying this, he turned around and saluted respectfully in the direction of the imperial palace.

"This medical school was established under the personal supervision of His Majesty. The name of the school was written by the current Grand Tutor himself. Just like the Imperial College, its legitimacy and majesty cannot be questioned."

"All students who complete their studies here will be awarded the status of Imperial Doctors."

"Like any other doctor, they are free. They and their descendants can move freely, marry, choose a career, and even study and become officials without any restrictions."

There was silence below.

Including Li Azhu who stood up, no one moved, whether they were fascinated or not listening.

Xiao Dingzi was not surprised at all.

He glanced at everyone's reactions and continued.

"Of course, there is no such thing as free food. People would rather be refugees than go into the city and become slaves. I understand your concerns very well."

"As the saying goes, a sheep kneels to thank its mother for feeding it, and a crow repays its parents for feeding them. Since the Empire provides you with this medical school for free, you should contribute your strength to the Empire after you graduate."

"After talking so much, we finally got to the point," someone below couldn't help but shout, "How exactly do we contribute?"

Haha.

"Good question." Xiao Dingzi was not angry, but laughed again with his head raised.

"After you finish your studies, those with excellent grades can stay on to teach at the school. There are two other options."

"First," he raised a finger, "practice medicine for ten years in a county where doctors are urgently needed in the empire. Of course, the local government will prepare the clinics and hospitals and the corresponding medicines in advance."

"The second one," without waiting for the reaction of the people below, Xiao Dingzi raised a second finger.

"I worked as a military doctor in various legions of the Empire for ten years."

"Of course, whether you go to the local areas or the frontiers, as long as you save the dying and heal the wounded and perform your duties as a doctor, the court will pay you a corresponding salary."

"When the ten-year term is over, if you wish to stay, the court welcomes you. If you wish to leave and make a living on your own, such as opening your own clinic or pharmacy, the court will not stop you."

Everyone looked at each other.

Some people are excited while others are hesitant.

Ten years is not a long time.

However, in this world, it is rare for people to live to be sixty.

Adding the time spent in school and studying, how long can you spend with your family?
This is a problem.

But if they really learn it, their family will have a skill in the future. Maybe they cannot be rich and prosperous, but at least they don't have to worry about food and clothing.

Everyone couldn't help but hesitate.

However, Li Azhu, who was the first to stand up, looked at Miao Dong's figure again this time, bit the withered and yellow pigtail in front of her, and walked straight up.

She bowed to the ground.

"If the academy really accepts female students, I, Li Azhu, am interested in enrolling."

She had been alone for a long time, and it was winter now. She could die of hunger and cold at any time.

In that case, it would be better to go to school and learn some medical skills.

As for the future, she hadn't thought about it.

But anyway, it's better than dying of starvation or freezing in the streets. "Girl," someone called out to her, "Do you really believe what he said?"

Although the people are poor and have not received much education, they are smart at heart and have survived to this day.

Even though the imperial court gave graduates two choices, 90% of those who enrolled first ended up joining various military legions.

Legion, that means they will go to the front line with the army.

Many of them became refugees because they were fleeing from war.

cough.

Mrs. Zhang stepped forward at the right time.

"Master," Xiao Dingzi breathed a sigh of relief, "You are here."

Mrs. Zhang smiled and said, "Give me the microphone. Go drink some soup to warm yourself up."

"Okay." Xiao Dingzi naturally agreed.

hum~
The line below was very long. Except for the one at the front who was staring at the porridge stall and swallowing his saliva, most of the others' attention was on the platform, causing a commotion.

"Look, it's Doctor Zhang."

Although Yunchui is large, the number of female officials is as few as that of female business leaders.

People love gossip. Even if you have never seen Madam Zhang, you have probably heard of her.

Especially in the slums on both sides of the Xinglan Grand Canal, everyone knows the female doctor as long as she is mentioned.

"Is that the female healer?"

"Yes, it's her."

"She is a living bodhisattva. Not only is she kindhearted, but she is also a great doctor. My child had a seizure last time and almost died, but she pulled him back from the brink of death."

"so smart!"

"I heard that she is a military doctor of the Rock Fortress. Could she be a teacher in this medical school?"

……

Amidst all the commotion, Mrs. Zhang kept smiling.

"Hello, fellow villagers. I have nothing to do while waiting for the porridge, so I want to chat with you. Does anyone know me, Mrs. Zhang?"

whee.

There was a burst of laughter mixed with joy and surprise below.

"I recognize you."

"You are joking, doctor. Who wouldn't recognize you?"

"That's right. In this area of ​​the southern suburbs, everyone knows that you are the reincarnation of Guanyin with superb medical skills."

……

After a while, the audience finally quieted down.

"Thank you all for your praise. I am so ashamed."

After saying this, Madam Zhang smiled and gestured towards the door behind her.

"But what a coincidence! I am also a teacher at this medical school. In the future, I will be responsible for teaching students trauma treatment and internal medicine diagnosis."

After saying this, Madam Zhang's gaze fell on Li Azhu.

“Is there anyone willing to be one of my first students?”

Li Azhu's face was full of excitement and she took a few quick steps.

"Disciple Li Azhu greets the Master."

"Very good." Mrs. Zhang breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing this.

After chatting with Li Azhu for a few minutes and having the people from the college give her a proper reception, she turned her gaze back to the square in front of her.

"My fellow countrymen, this medical school behind you is the first medical school established in the empire. It is governed by the Imperial Tutor's Office and has the same status as the Imperial Academy. It is part of the imperial court, and all the promises made have been approved by your majesty and the court."

"As the saying goes, a gentleman never jokes. You don't have to worry that what we said and promised is exaggerated or untrue."

Without waiting for anyone to react, Madam Zhang continued speaking.

"As for the fact that you are most concerned about your future after graduation, I understand that."

"Here, on behalf of the academy, I can assure all students who intend to enroll that if some of them join the army as military doctors after graduation, they don't have to worry too much."

Having said this, she pointed at herself.

"Because I am going to send it back. As a military doctor, I mostly treat the wounded in the rear, so the danger is not great."

"Of course, the battlefield is dangerous and anything can happen. In the event of injury or death, you and your family can enjoy the same treatment as the imperial soldiers and their relatives."

As soon as these words were spoken, there was a commotion in the square.

Everyone looked at each other, their faces flushed.

Since Ren Ning came to power, the treatment of the empire's soldiers has been greatly improved.

The newspapers had repeatedly publicized it, and many of them had heard of it.