Cherished By Seven Sisters

Chapter 358 Twenty–five Years Old
However, the young lady before them. Caylic, claimed to have mastered several unique acupuncture techniques. Reuben and
his companions couldn’t help but feel skeptical of her bold claims.
Reuben’s expression, which had already shown signs of discontent, now bordered on outright displeasure.
They had traveled great distances to the Chanaea Traditional Medicine Association with the hope of discovering and persuading
a hidden gem of medical expertise to join their ranks. Yet, the reality that unfolded before them was starkly different from their
expectations, almost surreal.
The prospect of their journey being in vain, a mere waste of time and resources, loomed ominously
over them.
Axel, in particular, seemed most disturbed by the turn of events.
Once celebrated as an “acupuncture prodigy,” his reputation had been somewhat tarnished by unforeseen circumstances, yet his
skill in the art remained undeniable.
Duncan’s recent proclamation, positioning the young Caylie as an acupuncture prodigy of unparalleled talent, directly challenged
Axel’s standing.
Dismayed, Axel inquired in a deep voice, “May I know your age, Ms. White?”
“Twenty–five,” Caylie truthfully answered.
Twenty–five... Haha!”
His skepticism was evident, and his inquiry into Caylie’s age, followed by a derisive chuckle, clearly dismissed her claims of
mastery.
To claim yourself as a prodigy of unparalleled talent at the age of twenty–five? How absurd!
Caylie, for her part, was taken aback by Axel’s palpable disdain.

The disappointment weighed heavily on her heart, as the respect she once held for her idol was tarnished by his dismissive
attitude.
The expectation of a fair chance to demonstrate her skills, only to be met with scorn, was disheartening.
The initial eagerness to engage with these esteemed figures of traditional medicine had been replaced with a desire to conclude
the uncomfortable exchange as quickly as possible.
Witnessing this exchange, Duncan felt a surge of indignation.
The notion that one could not achieve significant medical prowess by the age of twenty–five was absurd.
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Chapter 358 Twenty–five Years Old
to him.
His own teacher had reached a mastery of medical skills in his early twenties, a fact that should have inspired humility, not
arrogance, in their critics.
Yet, Duncan restrained his anger, his attention fixed on Emrys, curious about how he would respond to the situation.
Emrys, for his part, remained largely unperturbed, having anticipated such skepticism based on his own experiences.
Throughout his career, he had frequently encountered skepticism and even outright disbelief, much of which could be attributed
to his relatively young age for someone bearing the title of a master healer.
The skepticism wasn’t entirely unfounded; Emrys himself admitted that, were he not privy to his own. remarkable journey and the
extraordinary encounters that had shaped his path, he might have dismissed such claims as mere flights of fancy.
Emrys knew that the only way to dissolve such doubts was through the undeniable demonstration of skill.

At this point, Reuben interjected, his voice carrying a mix of curiosity and skepticism. “Ms. White, our doubts aren’t personal but
are fueled by the extraordinary nature of your claims, especially considering your youth. Coupled with your assertion of
mastering multiple unique acupuncture techniques, our skepticism seems justified. Would you be willing to demonstrate some of
these techniques to dispel our doubts?”
Emrys shared a similar sentiment, albeit with a hint of anticipation for the potential validation such a demonstration could bring.
He envisioned a dramatic scene where Caylic, with a mere flick of her wrists, would metaphorically and quite literally “slap” the
disbelief off the faces of these respected yet cynical practitioners.
However, Caylie’s response took an unexpected turn. With a calm demeanor, she firmly stated, “I must apologize, but my
medical skills are dedicated to alleviating suffering and preserving life, not to be paraded for spectacle or validation. My practice
isn’t dependent on your approval or lack thereof; it has no bearing on my commitment to my patients.”
Her words left Reuben speechless.
This unexpected retort swiftly led Emrys to a moment of contemplation, as he grasped the depth of Caylie’s conviction.
It became clear that Axel’s earlier dismissive attitude had deeply discouraged Caylie, extinguishing any trace of enthusiasm she
may have had towards engaging with these traditionalists or considering aligning with the Chanaea Traditional Medicine
Association.
Indeed, to be met with such indifference, particularly from an idol revered during one’s
formative
years. was a blow that can unsettle even the most determined of individuals.
Faced with such a situation, people typically react in one of two ways: either rise to the occasion by showcasing their abilities,
thus forcefully silencing the skeptics–a response characteristic of those with more assertive nature, much like Emrys, who would
not hesitate to confront disparagement directly -or adopt a position of dignified restraint, choosing to uphold their principles rather
than succumbing to the pressure to prove oneself. Caylie chose this path with grace and determination.