NABC Chapter 33 Additional Services of a Psychologist
Chapter 33 Additional Services of a Psychologist
After listening to Suzuki Tomoko's tearful complaints, Lin Xiuyi used psychology to help her relieve stress while also saying things like "Women hold up half the sky," "Women are no less capable than men," and "Women can live just as well without men."
If these words were spoken to lazy, good-for-nothing women, they would undoubtedly be harmful and toxic advice; believing them would only lead to disastrous consequences in reality.
But for Tomoko Suzuki, it was a ray of light shining into the darkness.
She has a strong personality, an indomitable spirit, and is very proactive.
These words struck a chord with her, becoming the positive energy that sustained her.
After receiving this "chicken soup for the soul" that day, the gloom in Tomoko Suzuki's eyes dissipated considerably, and she became much more energetic.
The two officially became acquainted, and Lin Xiuyi naturally became Suzuki Tomoko's private psychologist, often accompanying her and helping her resolve her inner turmoil.
However, while the psychological distress has been alleviated, the practical problems still loom ahead.
Tomoko Suzuki still faces difficulties from her relatives in the Suzuki family and has to bear the blame for "not being able to give birth to a male heir".
To deal with her family members and to find some comfort, Tomoko Suzuki frequently confided in Hideichi Hayashi.
Over time, as a psychologist, Lin Xiuyi not only helped Suzuki Tomoko resolve her psychological issues but also addressed her physical problems.
However, this relationship only lasted for a little over a month.
Not long after, Lin Xiuyi went to America because of an argument with Qi Yingli.
During his time in a foreign land, Hayashi Hideichi was busy with his studies and writing, and never heard from Suzuki Tomoko again.
To my utter surprise, after so many years, I learned about Tomoko Suzuki's current situation from Sonoko.
……
Sonoko Suzuki poured out all the things that had been weighing on her mind in one breath, expecting that Hideaki Hayashi would say something to comfort her.
But after waiting for a while, I found that his eyes were vacant, and he was obviously lost in thought.
This made Sonoko feel a little unhappy. What kind of psychologist would just stand there in a daze in front of a patient?
That's so unprofessional!
"Uncle? Uncle!"
The girl called out several times, each time louder than the last, before finally pulling Lin Xiuyi back from her reverie.
"Sorry," Lin Xiuyi patted his forehead apologetically, "I was thinking about some things from the past and got a little lost in thought, so I didn't notice you were talking."
"What happened in the past?"
Sonoko paused, her dark green eyes filled with suspicion.
She narrowed her eyes slightly, staring intently at Lin Xiuyi, as if scrutinizing something.
"Uncle, you didn't have some kind of special relationship with my mother before, did you?"
"Cough, cough..."
Lin Xiuyi was choked by the sudden question and coughed repeatedly. She hurriedly grabbed a water glass from the table, took a sip, and it took her a while to recover.
"Suzuki-kun, don't overthink it. Your mother and I have a normal doctor-patient relationship!"
"Haha, I was just kidding!"
Sonoko laughed without a care, waved her hand, and her earlier little temper had completely vanished.
"Anyway, thank you so much, Uncle, for listening to me talk so much today."
The girl looked up with a smile and thanked her sincerely.
"I don't know why, but seeing you, handsome uncle, makes me feel especially at ease, so I couldn't help but tell you all my worries."
"But, uncle..."
Sonoko suddenly walked up to Hayashi Hideichi, bent down slightly, clasped her hands together in front of her chest, and shyly asked for his help.
"These are my innermost thoughts, things I've never told anyone before. Please, Uncle, keep this a secret for me. Don't tell anyone, especially Xiaolan!"
"Don't worry." Lin Xiuyi nodded with a smile. "Maintaining confidentiality for patients is simply my professional principle as a psychologist."
After he finished speaking, he noticed a strand of hair falling down Sonoko's cheek. Without thinking much about it, he subconsciously reached out and gently tucked the strand of hair behind her ear.
Sonoko froze the moment Hayashi Hideichi's fingers touched her cheek.
The warmth from those fingertips seeped through her skin, causing her heart to race uncontrollably.
A moment later, Sonoko suddenly took a step back, her cheeks flushing bright red, even her ears turning red.
The girl lowered her head, speaking in a flustered and helpless voice.
"M-Uncle, although I do have a bit of a crush on you and think you're handsome, I really don't mean it that way!"
"Well, after all, there's such a big age gap between us... Of course, I'm not saying you're bad, it's just... it's just that we're really not a good match!"
"Ha ha……"
Seeing the girl's flustered yet adorable reaction, Lin Xiuyi couldn't help but burst out laughing.
"Uncle!"
Sonoko puffed out her cheeks and shouted in dissatisfaction. However, because she was too nervous, her voice was a little soft and sweet, which sounded not only not intimidating, but also like she was being coquettish.
"Don't worry, I just mistook you for... Xiao Lan," Lin Xiuyi said, her smile fading. "Don't take it too seriously or overthink it. I didn't mean anything by it."
"Xiao Lan?"
Sonoko paused for a moment, then realized what was happening.
"Uncle, you must be talking about Xiao Xiao Lan! No wonder you were so gentle just now."
After seeing Lin Xiuyi nod in confirmation, Yuanzi breathed a sigh of relief, patted her chest, and looked like she had been relieved.
"Alright, Uncle, it's almost time. I should go back to the classroom, or I'll be late for class!" Sonoko glanced at her watch, then regained her lively demeanor from when she entered, waving at Hayashi Hideichi.
"Goodbye, sir! I'll come back to bother you again sometime!"
"Goodbye." Lin Xiuyi smiled and nodded, watching her walk briskly out of the counseling room.
Only after the door was closed did the smile on his face gradually fade, and a complex emotion appeared in his eyes.
Sonoko's appearance bears a striking resemblance to Tomoko Suzuki from back then.
Not long after the girl left, Judy pushed open the door and walked in with a gossipy look on her face.
"Boss, you're all smiles, you seemed to be getting along well with your daughter just now?"
"Don't say that at school again, or someone might overhear you."
Lin Xiuyi frowned slightly, and his tone became serious.
"Ran is right, Sonoko's life is very..."
He wanted to say that Sonoko was living a happy life, but the image of the girl with a worried face, complaining about her family troubles, involuntarily surfaced in his mind.
"In short, I have to be careful what I say at school, and I absolutely mustn't reveal my relationship with her!"