Peninsula: The Best Actor Begins with a Breakup

Chapter 666 He even found a reason to be a scumbag?
"Dingyan, sit down."

The doctor, who looked very professional, nodded and smiled politely at Yu Dingyan.

First impressions are very important, as they determine whether people will trust the conclusions drawn from her later on.

"Hello." The girl sorted out the questions in her mind, wondering how to say them.

The doctor swiped the mouse a few times: "Jingyan-xi, you want to consult about mild anxiety, right?"

This is a professional mental health hospital; my condition was recorded during the appointment.

"No, no, no, I want to know what the condition of the previous patient was."

Yu Dingyan waved his hands repeatedly.

Her anxiety disorder is at the level where watching a funny variety show can alleviate half of it. After all, it's at the lowest level, and as long as she gets enough rest and eats well, there's not much of a problem. There's no need to see a doctor frequently.

“The last one…” The psychiatrist hesitated, her professional ethics requiring her to keep the patient’s information confidential.

“I already told your assistant when I made the appointment that I'm mainly here to accompany him today.” Yu Dingyan pointed outside: “Otherwise, that guy wouldn’t have come to the hospital.”

My second sister is such a smart person.

She had already thought of a reason before she came.

The doctor nodded: "Oh, I remember."

In her line of work, she has encountered all kinds of patients and all kinds of family members.

When it comes to treating illness, it's not surprising that any method is used.

"Because when I went to the hospital last time, Dr. Jung from Samsung Hospital said he had psychological problems and recommended that I come here for a checkup," Yoo Jeong-yeon continued to refine the reason she had already prepared.

"I understand... May I ask, what is your relationship?"

“We are good friends, and his girlfriend is another friend of mine.”

The relationship is a bit complicated, but it becomes clear once you think about it. The doctor just wanted to confirm the relationship between Yu Dingyan and Mingyan.

She noticed the girl's eyes flickering as she answered the question, but she simply looked down and took notes.

As a professional psychologist, relying solely on verbal questions makes one appear less competent.

"I just spoke with Mingyan and even did a psychological test." The doctor carefully considered his words. "His views on relationships do have significant problems, which are likely related to his family of origin."

The second sister's expression shifted slightly: "Family of origin?"

She had heard Lim Na-yeon mention it briefly, but the older sister wasn't very willing to talk about it.

"A person's character and behavior are influenced by many factors, some innate and some acquired, with family playing the most significant role," the doctor explained. "Mingyan becomes very resistant whenever family issues are brought up."

"I... don't know much about this." Yu Dingyan was a latecomer to the field, so his knowledge was limited.

Perhaps only Kim Ji-soo truly understands that person.

"There's not much I can do, but I can analyze it."

"You say."

"If I'm not mistaken, Mingyan has probably had more than one romantic relationship."

"Yes, yes, that's right."

Yu Dingyan nodded repeatedly; this was exactly what she wanted to hear.

The psychologist knew what the client wanted to ask beforehand, and with the added benefit of targeted advice and professional knowledge, some conclusions were not difficult to reach.

“Before each separation, he had already found the next compatible person, as if preparing for the possibility of being abandoned at any time.” The doctor’s voice was soft, but carried an undeniable penetrating power: “The absence of his parents during his childhood may have made him feel that stable companionship is unreliable, so he uses multiple relationships to diversify the risk.”

As long as there are always people around him, he won't have to experience that feeling of loneliness.

He's trying to fill the void of his childhood in the wrong way.

"Is that so..." Yu Dingyan was somewhat shocked. She hesitated for a moment: "But he has stable relationships with people, such as good friends and his current girlfriend."

Jisoo and Nayeon have been following Myung-soo's lead for a long time.

From elementary school to now, we've had a close relationship for over a decade; we can't be separated or broken apart.

"This brings up another issue: he wants to fill the void, but he's afraid to get involved in a real intimate relationship."

"You don't dare?" "Yes, family problems will leave him with a deep sense of guilt, such as thoughts like, 'Was my coming into this world a bad thing?', 'All the problems are because of me', 'I should disappear'."

You might not notice it normally, but if you observe him closely, you might discover that he has self-destructive and self-hating tendencies.

Such emotional distress cannot be addressed in a day or two, so becoming his true friend must be difficult.

Yu Dingyan suddenly remembered the doctor's evaluation from last time.

He openly declares his love for women, but he hates himself.

The second sister thought for a moment and asked, "Will he really fall in love with someone?"

"Of course, love is an innate ability in everyone, but his expression may be different from others." The doctor nodded: "He used to stay away from intimate relationships, but after someone appeared who could change him, he will try his best to hold on to every relationship."

He needs a lot, a lot of love.

Even if his love might hurt others.

Yu Dingyan muttered to himself unconsciously.

"Jeongyeon-ssi, what did you say?"

"No, thank you, doctor." The second sister came to her senses, stood up, and bowed deeply to the doctor.

She roughly understood the story of how Mingyan became a scumbag, and it sounded rather pitiful.

No wonder this guy acted so awkwardly. There are scumbags in the entertainment industry, but they are all just lecherous. They use sweet talk and deception to pick up girls, and then they don't know how to cherish them after they get them.

However, it's different when it's explicitly stated.

He treated Kim Jisoo, Lim Nayeon, and Kim Jiwon very well; he didn't seem like a scumbag at all.

In fact, when this guy is with her, Yoo Jeong-yeon always forgets about his other women and just wants to quietly enjoy the time when the two of them argue and bicker.

That's probably his magic.

The psychologist looked at the girl thoughtfully: "Jeongyeon-ssi, are you really not sure what questions you want to ask me?"

"No, I don't think I need your help for mild anxiety." Yu Dingyan smiled; she didn't even need medication for her condition.

Hmm... the medicine might not be as effective as it's advertised.

A girl's mood will naturally improve as soon as she sees someone's face and shouts a few words.

I've been eating better, sleeping more soundly, and even my menstrual flow is heavier than usual.

"Then I have a suggestion."

"what?"

"You only live once, so just do what you want to do."

Yu Dingyan didn't think much of it. It's normal for a psychologist to say some inspirational things, and it actually made a lot of sense.

The doctor watched the girl's departing figure and shook his head slightly.

Sometimes, what we call "unfulfilled desires" are just one step away; as long as we're brave enough, it's possible.

……

"Jeongyeon, how's it going?"

Mingyan stood in the hospital corridor, staring blankly at the scenery outside the window.

He just took a test with that psychologist and it brought back some unpleasant memories.

"It's nothing, I just have mild anxiety." Yu Dingyan smiled.

The girl's gaze slowly met Mingyan's.

She used to think only that this guy's eyes were pretty, but now she seems to be able to see the emotions hidden in them.

"That's good."

"Let's go to your place, I'll cook today."

(End of this chapter)