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Chapter 408: Doctor Lanchi's Psychological Consultation
Chapter 408: Doctor Lanchi's Psychological Consultation
Selena panted, unsure why her emotions were becoming more agitated. A simple sentence from the other party was enough to throw her into turmoil.
She soon realized how foolish she was being. If she angered the other party, they had countless ways to torment her within the dream.
Yet, the girl with black hair and green eyes continued to regard her calmly, as if she had expected this reaction and found it acceptable.
"You've asked three questions: what is happiness, what is misfortune, and what is your past," the Great Lover said in a gentle tone, without a hint of impatience. "Do you truly wish to know the answers to the first two questions?"
She locked eyes with Selena as she asked.
"Ah?!" Selena was taken aback that this person had actually listened to her words and was now engaging in a genuine discussion with her.
"If I were to give you answers that you might accept as 'suitable' here, I have many ways to satisfy you," the Great Lover continued patiently. "But if you truly seek the answers, we must talk at length, for these are not questions with clear-cut solutions like one plus one equals two."
Selena stared, wide-eyed, at the other woman's maternal gentleness, unable to muster a response.
"..."
Gradually, Selena began to retreat, unsure how to respond to the other party's initiative.
"Ignorance is a sin," the Great Lover said. "When you uncover the truth, you will hate yourself. But fear not, for everyone must go through this process."
"What's the point of understanding?" Selena asked, her voice low and bitter. "Can it change anything? If you want to prove that my life has been filled with misfortune, that I am worthless, then just destroy me. There's no need for all this trouble."
"Is that truly what you want?" the Great Lover replied slowly. "I find the questions you've posed... quite valuable, and I like them."
"..."
Selena turned her gaze to the side, fixing her eyes on the Great Lover. The shadows cast by her hair covered her face, but her eyes remained intensely focused. She resembled a fearful yet curious beast.
"It's obvious that you've put up a wall between us. Why are you glaring at me?" The Great Lover's eyes, even hidden behind a mask, shone with a smile, exuding rationality and intellect.
"..."
Selena remained silent.
The Great Lover waited.
As she continued to be watched, Selena finally grew uncomfortable.
"Stop annoying me! It's none of your business!" she shouted.
"You're finally talking," the Great Lover said with a satisfied smile. "Different people have different ways of perceiving the world—some are kinesthetic, some auditory, and some visual, like you. You trust what you see, even wanting to witness others' dreams for yourself. You won't rest until you've seen it with your own eyes, and you're highly guarded against me. But now you've seen that I pose no threat to you."
"You...!" Selena began to retort, but then she recalled the other's dream under the influence of the prompt.
Someone capable of having such a beautiful vision must be consistent in their words and actions. After all, the illusions manifested by the Fallen Land of Gentleness couldn't lie.
"..." Selena was left speechless.
Noticing that Selena's state had calmed down a little from its previous intensity, the Great Lover continued, "Usually, someone who wants to help you would ask about your troubles, your family situation, or your past. That's how communication typically works, and it's not wrong... But I won't probe further into your past, your experiences, or your background. I only want to know what you're thinking right now, because only the present you exists.
Selena couldn't answer the black-haired, green-eyed girl's question. No matter how hard she thought, she couldn't come up with a response.
But now, she wanted to know the answer. She no longer wanted to be a pitiful self-deceiver.
Cowering at the edge of the floor, afraid to step onto the others, she was exposing her wounds fully.
"Your posture is slightly forward-leaning, even more relaxed than before." As Selena thought, the Great Lover suddenly said, "You seem to be protecting yourself. Are you afraid of me?"
"..." Selena wanted to speak, but she didn't know how to express herself or if the other person would believe her, as she had initially come with malicious intent.
"Wanting to hurt others without knowing the reason is also a self-protective impulse." The Great Lover nodded understandingly.
"But do you think I would be violent towards you?"
"..." Selena looked at the girl, her snow-white skin and bright eyes like the only light in the depths of this prison.
She felt unable to face this radiance.
"Look, you're hanging your head again, like a child deliberately pouting." The Great Lover's voice held a hint of amusement.
"But it's great that you're still listening to me." She encouraged.
"I..." Selena took a breath. She didn't understand the warmth in her chest, but she wanted to talk to this person, to ask her questions, to figure out what had confused her for so long. She wanted to hear more of this gentle treatment.
However...
"I'm sorry, but my time is up. I have to get back to work." The Great Lover raised her hand and gracefully pushed off the floor to stand up.
"Wait..." Selena reached out, not daring to touch the Great Lover. She wanted to say something, but the words caught in her throat.
The other person hadn't used the Falling Gentleness to hurt or conquer her; instead, they had chosen to engage in a conversation, dismissing her past self and acknowledging the present her.
She didn't know why, but she wanted to continue listening and expressing herself. Perhaps only then would she feel a sense of purpose in her life.
"I'm available for talks with any school personnel in the Redmond Building at Protoss Royal Magic Academy from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. If you want to continue talking to me, please make an appointment in advance." The black-haired, green-eyed figure said to Selena.
"Will you really wait for me?" Selena asked hoarsely.
"If you're willing to come and teach at the school, we might be able to talk more often." The Great Lover replied with a hint of a smile.
Her eyes seemed to say, 'I believe the school won't refuse you because of your irreplaceable talent and value.'
"Be careful in the minus fifth layer. Don't initiate the Great Demon Race trial, or you'll encounter an eighth-rank enemy." Selena hesitated for a while, finally standing up from the ground. She gave a concise reminder before turning to leave, ready to return to her office and get back to work.
There was no doubt about her assessment of these prison guards.
Selena pursed her lips, offering no response.
But she had a feeling that the only place she would see this person's true self was at Protoss Royal Magic Academy.
(End of Chapter)
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