Who would study psychology if they didn't have some kind of problem?

Chapter 274: A Review of Chen Jie's Problems: She Wasn't "Sensible," She Was Just "Obedient"

“It’s decided then. You’ll be on both projects.” Weng Pingting nodded. “In that case, I’ll have my junior colleague rummage through the study notes of this year’s new research group members when he comes to Jiangdu.”

"It can help your studies to some extent."

“A while ago, several organizations invited me to give speeches and conduct training sessions. I asked if there were any reliable offline training camps, and then I put you in one.”

"This is related to studies..."

After thinking for a moment, Weng Pingting continued:

"As for living expenses... there's no need to worry. Since you're registered under my studio, you're entitled to the corresponding employee benefits. Things like the employee dormitory I had with Howard are already prepared."

Weng Pingting waved her hand: "We're going to your future residence now. It was originally just a temporary place for you, but it seems you'll be staying here for a long time!"

It has to be said that Weng Pingting really arranged everything perfectly for Nan Zhuren.

If her previous care for Nan Zhuren was from the perspective of a superior and a supervisor;

This kind of care is truly the love and protection a fellow disciple has for her junior brother.

However, this also shows that the atmosphere in Professor Bai's research group must be quite good - otherwise, the senior sister would not be so busy taking care of her junior brother who has not yet entered the field, making clear arrangements for him.

Of course, during their previous interactions, Nan Zhuren must have impressed Weng Pingting with many things about him;
Now, I have a suitable identity and reason to release all that goodwill?

Nan Zhuren thought to himself.

In short, that's basically all there is to Weng Pingting's "arrangements" for Nan Zhuren.

……

During the conversation between Nan Zhuren and Weng Pingting.

In fact, their eyes would occasionally glance at Dr. Chen in the back through the rearview mirror.

Throughout the entire process, Dr. Chen's actions and expressions, which were characterized by hesitation and self-encouragement, never ceased.

He was clearly not listening to the conversation between Nan Zhuren and Weng Pingting, but was immersed in his own world.

Weng Pingting and Nan Zhuren did not disturb them.

After finishing their business, they began to have a serious conversation, talking about topics such as accommodations and the daily life of the research group.

Until a certain moment—

Take a deep breath and clench your teeth.

Then release—

This means they have fully accumulated enough strength and are ready to begin "battle".

Faced with this situation, Nan Zhuren would definitely want to take over the power that the opponent had painstakingly accumulated as soon as possible.

After all, one must exert their full strength at the first attempt, then weaken at the second, and eventually exhaust it completely.

Over time, all sorts of messy thoughts might arise, making one timid and hesitant.

Weng Pingting very considerately ended the conversation, and Nan Zhuren also turned his body towards Dr. Chen.

"Dr. Chen?" Nan Zhuren greeted him.

Dr. Chen was clearly aware of something as well.

"Teacher Nan, are you finished talking?"

"Correct."

Dr. Chen smiled apologetically at Nan Zhuren and Weng Pingting, then began to speak:
“Teacher Nan, now Xiao Jie’s problem can be considered… resolved. I know that Xiao Jie’s mother and I had many problems in how we treated Xiao Jie’s illness, and Lin Lilin’s abuse of drugs on Xiao Jie was even more of a problem on our part…”

Dr. Chen took a deep breath: "But at least we know the answers to these questions now, and I can go back and... digest them slowly."

"There's just one question, one question that I still don't have an answer to, so I want to ask Professor Nan for advice."

Dr. Chen's tone was sincere, polite, and even a little humble. "I don't understand... how Xiao Jie initially got this illness, this... [depression]!"

When he uttered the last three words, Dr. Chen seemed hesitant, as if repeating those three words required a great deal of effort for him.

But he still managed to pronounce "depression" word by word.

"Xiao Jie... has always been a sensible child."

"At home, we have never spoken harshly to her, let alone hit her;"

"She never needed us to do these things; we were too busy loving her to even think about it..."

“We’ve never had any arguments or quarrels; she’s always been very sensible…”

"After the incident, we also inquired about her from teachers, classmates, and roommates. We found that she had not experienced academic pressure, school violence, or been in a relationship."

“I really can’t understand how she got this… [depression].

As Dr. Chen spoke, his gaze remained fixed on Nan Zhuren through the rearview mirror.

He spoke his mind sincerely, without any concealment, deception, or manipulation.

Completely different from Wang Sui.

"Of course, I'm not saying this to complain. I know that the reason Xiao Jie eventually had problems must be because we, as her father and mother, overlooked something. It was our fault."

"But I can't find the problem; I want to reflect, but I don't know where to begin. I can't find the problem..."

Dr. Chen's voice grew softer and softer, until it revealed a sense of helplessness.

Nan Zhuren and Weng Pingting exchanged a glance and sighed.

He organized his thoughts.

“I completely understand your thoughts, Dr. Chen.”

Let me start by giving Dr. Chen my support in one sentence.

This happened outside the consultation room, not as a psychological consultation; it was more like Nan Zhuren using his knowledge of psychology to help a familiar friend resolve life's difficulties.

Therefore, Nan Zhuren's words were sincere.

“We have all read Xiao Jie’s ‘Weibo Diary’ and understand Xiao Jie’s thoughts. What I want to say is—you are definitely a good father.”

“Xiao Jie initially wanted to study medicine and become someone like you—being able to set such a role model for your child means that your parenting style is definitely not ‘wrong’.”

“It’s just…maybe it can’t be called ‘thoughtful’ or ‘meticulous’.” Nan Zhuren paused for a moment. “This isn’t really a big problem. I would say you’ve already surpassed 99% of parents in China.”

"Even if Xiaojie has depression, it is only mild in nature; now I even suspect that she is just depressed mood. Theoretically speaking, this level can be gradually cured by future intervention or even lifestyle adjustments."

Nan Zhuren interjected with a lighthearted joke: "After all, according to 'abnormal psychology,' no one is normal. Even I, sitting here, and Teacher Weng, who is driving, are not 'normal people' in the psychological sense."

This passage serves as a prelude, telling Dr. Chen that Chen Jie's depression was actually completely uncontrollable, yet also reasonable.

This will alleviate Dr. Chen's sense of guilt.

"In the end, this tragedy can only be described as... a series of unfortunate coincidences." Nan Zhuren sighed. "Lin Lilin's drug abuse ruined everything."

Nan Zhuren and Dr. Chen clenched their fists involuntarily.

"And then, let's get back to the point." Nan Zhuren pursed his lips. "Why did Xiao Jie have the problem of [depression] at the beginning?"

"The problem lies in her 'sensible' nature."

“…No.” Nan Zhuren suddenly paused and corrected his wording.

“She’s not ‘sensible,’ she’s ‘obedient.’”

(End of this chapter)