Divine Doctor Mommy Is A True Big Shot-Chapter 691: The Vice Dean’s Challenge (Part 2)

Chapter 691: Chapter 691: The Vice Dean’s Challenge (Part 2)

"I truly envy the Dean; Yuxiu Academy is filled with talented individuals, having successors to carry on the legacy."

Sacrificial Officer Guo looked at Feng Bailing with admiration and thought to himself that if Feng Bailing were a man, he would have swallowed his pride and invited her to join the Imperial Academy.

Behind Sacrificial Officer Guo, Feng Zhanlian spoke with a smile.

"The Dean has students all over the country; the Imperial Academy is also filled with talent, not inferior to Yuxiu Academy."

"Mr. Feng, you truly have a way with words."

Sacrificial Officer Guo immediately beamed with joy.

Seeing Sacrificial Officer Guo and Feng Zhanlian exchanging words so harmoniously,

Feng Bailing and even Dongfang Mosheng were somewhat surprised. Dongfang Mosheng didn’t have a high opinion of Feng Zhanlian, which was partly influenced by some factors relating to Feng Bailing.

"Ninth Prince, long time no see. You don’t look very well, are you ill?"

Feng Zhanlian looked towards Dongfang Mosheng.

But in his memory, Feng Zhanlian used to be a small-minded opportunist, always ingratiating himself with members of the Royal Family. However, since Dongfang Mosheng, being blind, couldn’t inherit the throne, Feng Zhanlian had always been indifferent to him.

"Thank you, Mr. Feng for your concern. Mosheng is in good health. It sounds like Mr. Feng has recovered from a severe illness, sounding vigorous indeed."

Dongfang Mosheng asked with a smile.

"Thank you, Ninth Prince, for your concern. I feel as if I’ve undergone a phoenix nirvana and gained great enlightenment. From now on, I am determined to focus solely on teaching. I heard that Yuxiu Academy will be holding a Dean selection, so I specifically asked Sacrificial Officer Guo to bring me along to broaden my horizons."

Feng Zhanlian spoke respectfully, and he also gave Dongfang Mosheng a few more glances, silently admiring that this Ninth Prince of Great Chu was truly exceptional, far more outstanding than Dongfang Li.

Now that Sacrificial Officer Guo had also arrived, the selection of the Dean could begin.

Feng Bailing looked around and saw that all the female students and teachers of Yuxiu Academy had gathered.

Noble Consort Dugu was having tea and chatting with Dongfang Li.

Noble Consort Dugu seemed to have a good impression of Dongfang Li, speaking joyfully, while Dongfang Li seemed somewhat indifferent. He frowned slightly when he saw Feng Bailing and the Ninth Prince enter together.

He felt uneasy seeing the Ninth Prince frequently in contact with Feng Bailing, especially since he himself was Feng Bailing’s former fiancé, yet Feng Bailing seemed to get along better with the Ninth Prince, which annoyed Dongfang Li.

"Feng Bailing, you’ve finally arrived."

The Vice Dean said coldly.

"Vice Dean, you’ve gathered so many people here, just to vie for the position of Dean. I will not hand over the position of Dean to you."

Feng Bailing faced the Vice Dean, still with an indifferent expression.

If the Vice Dean took over Yuxiu Academy, then the original intent of founding Yuxiu Academy by Lady Nan Shiu would be lost.

Lady Nan Shiu once told Feng Bailing that when she was young, she was taken in by Tian Jizi after her parents, prioritizing sons over daughters due to poverty, sold her to a brothel. Unwilling to suffer indignities, she escaped.

Yet being young and a girl, no one was willing to employ her, and she, an orphan, wandered the streets, enduring cold stares. 𝓯𝙧𝙚𝒆𝙬𝙚𝒃𝙣𝙤𝒗𝓮𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

She vowed back then that one day, when she could support herself, she would find a way to establish a women’s academy, allowing commoner girls to receive education, possess a skill, stand equal with men, and not be discarded due to affections.

Lady Nan Shiu could be considered a pioneer in women’s education, a view with which Feng Bailing, influenced by the education of the 22nd century, strongly agreed.

"If you do not agree, we will forcibly depose you. I have already united all the students and teachers of Yuxiu Academy, and they all agree to your removal."

The Vice Dean spoke righteously.

"Deputy Dean, you mustn’t speak carelessly. At least, Ninth and I haven’t agreed."

Dongfang Li couldn’t accept it anymore. Standing by, Noble Consort Dugu frowned, unable to hide his partiality towards Feng Bailing.

"Brother Seven is right. I think Bai Ling is very suitable to be the Dean of Yuxiu Academy. Under her leadership, Yuxiu Academy will definitely develop better."

Dongfang Mosheng also stood up to support Feng Bailing.

Although both he and Dongfang Li were biased towards Deng Bolin, his words further aggravated the anger, especially since there were many female students in Yuxiu Academy who admired Dongfang Li and Dongfang Mosheng. Normally, these two did not show particular favoritism towards other female students, but their bias towards Feng Bailing was obvious, making the female students even more angry.

People in the crowd had already started shouting.

"Feng Bailing is not qualified to be our Dean."

"A Dean should be talented in all arts, mastering music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. But what about Feng Bailing?"

"She knows nothing; she just bullies others using her status."

Under the influence of other female students, they also unanimously expressed that Feng Bailing didn’t deserve to be a mentor.

The communal dissent was deafening, with voices of disapproval towards Feng Bailing all around, making Sacrificial Officer Guo frown.

He was puzzled why these female teachers and students were all so dismissive of Feng Bailing, especially since her poetry talent was outstanding. It was just that Feng Bailing was too modest.

"Everyone, please quiet down."

Seeing the situation, Feng Bailing knew that the issue with the Deputy Dean had to be resolved. She also discerned from the words of the female teachers and students that their biggest dissatisfaction was with her talent.

It wasn’t really their fault; after all, she and Ouyang Chenchen often missed classes during their time in Yuxiu Academy and had little interaction with those female teachers and students. No wonder they were so discontent.

Feng Bailing wanted to keep a low profile, not to be too ostentatious, but now, she had no choice but to address it directly.

Even if she could today eliminate the public opinion and secure her position as Dean, without the support of the people, Yuxiu Academy could not continue.

"Since everyone doubts my scholarship, what do you suggest, Deputy Dean?"

Feng Bailing glanced at the Deputy Dean, who, seeing that Feng Bailing agreed to compete, couldn’t help feeling elated internally.

She thought that Feng Bailing really had no considerable scholarship to speak of.

"We will compete in three rounds, and whoever wins two out of three rounds will become the new candidate for Dean, while the loser will leave Yuxiu Academy."

The Deputy Dean announced loudly.

She had been waiting for this day for a long time.

Feng Bailing nodded, and did not object.

"As for what to compete in. For fairness, we shall ask the distinguished guests present today to set the questions."

The Deputy Dean said, looking eagerly towards Noble Consort Dugu.

"First round, may Noble Consort Dugu set the question first."

Sacrificial Officer Guo, Dongfang Li, and Noble Consort Dugu agreed to this method, and after some pleasantries, it was ultimately the eldest, Sacrificial Officer Guo, who decided.

"This palace has always admired Lady Nan Xiu’s scholarship. She has a wealth of experience, having traveled through various countries for many years. As it is said, ’Reading thousands of books is not as useful as traveling thousands of miles.’ In this regard, Lady Nan Xiu is much stronger than us women. Of course, the new Dean of Yuxiu Academy should also excel in scholarship and experience. I think, the first round should test your knowledge and experience."

Both Feng Bailing and the Deputy Dean had no objections.

"I will set ten questions concerning the Ten Countries and local customs and geography, as well as the history and culture of our Great Chu. Whoever answers more correctly will win."

Noble Consort Dugu continued.