“Excellent!” Claire clapped her hands. “He is unfit to pursue further studies. Even if he graduates, he wouldn’t be much help. How can one expect a person with such low moral standards to heal and save lives?”

In the afternoon, the school issued an announcement. Shortly after, Kyle’s handwritten apology was published on the school’s website. Although his name was concealed, some students could tell from the handwriting that it was him.

The following day, Josie’s paper was published in the school journal. The school announced that all of her experimental data would be incorporated into the school’s database for reference by students.

Within a short period, her name spread throughout the campus, and everyone came to know that there was a highly accomplished student named Josie.

In less than three years, over 200 experiments were conducted, with accurate data and outstanding papers. These achievements were worth learning from.

A few days later, the professional examinations had mostly concluded, but the results had not been released. Josie was somewhat anxious and worried, primarily because she feared David might renege on his promise. After all, Kyle had already been dealt with, rendering the bet partially invalid.

“Josie, are you going back to your hometown for the New Year? Would you like to spend it at my place instead?” Seeing Josie’s absent-minded expression, Zoey assumed she was thinking about the holiday.

Josie shook her head. “No, I have applied to stay on campus. Professor Wilcourt said that the holiday is the best time for me to catch up on my courses. If I want to graduate smoothly, I cannot afford to waste any time.”

“So, are you going to her home? Is she giving you special tutoring?” Adeline leaned in and asked in a secretive manner.

Josie had not considered this matter before and was surprised by such a question. She replied, “Probably not, but she will certainly assign me a lot of homework.”

“Not necessarily.” Adeline winked and made playful faces at her. “I think sometimes Professor Wilcourt treats you even better than her daughter, so it’s no surprise if she gives you special treatment in private.”

Zoey also smiled. “She’s right. I have heard that the Reedshaw family has always had a tradition of accepting final disciples. However, in Delilah’s generation, it seems she has yet to take on a true disciple.”

Allison also came over and asked, “Are you referring to the Reedshaw family acupuncture technique? I have also heard about this.”

“The Reedshaw family’s acupuncture techniques are reputed to be extraordinary within the medical community. However, it remains unclear why so few students choose to study acupuncture each year.

“It is said that by the time of Delilah’s generation, the Reedshaw acupuncture technique was on the verge of being lost, because suitable disciples could not be recruited. Hence, the family had no choice but to have the younger members, Sean and Claire, study acupuncture."

Zoey nodded. “That is indeed the case. I heard from my grandpa that the matter of Delilah being unable to accept disciples is also related to David. However, as for the exact nature of their relationship, I do not know.”

“No wonder Delilah, Claire, and the others are all so kind to Josie.” Adeline covered her lips and couldn’t help but smile.

“Josie, this can be considered a stroke of luck amid your misfortune. Although there is a risk of not graduating, given the Reedshaw family’s standing in the medical community, your prospects remain secure.

“When you think about it this way, your career change isn’t so bad after all.” Zoey patted Josie’s arm.

“During the winter break, I will not disturb you so that you can concentrate on your studies. However, if anything arises, call me immediately. I am nearby and can come to see you at any time, okay?”

Josie smiled and nodded. “Understood, thank you, Zoey.”

Several roommates had already returned to their hometowns, but Zoey’s family lived in Aloville.

Worried that Josie might be lonely, she waited until most students had left the school before going home.

Josie escorted her to the school gate. However, Zoey was still not at ease. “Why don’t you come to my place instead? There are plenty of guest rooms so your studies won’t be interrupted and I can have…"