Who would study psychology unless they had some issues?!-Chapter 165 - 163 Yes

Weng Pinting blinked after hearing Nan Zhubin’s words.

What did this young man just say?

Confirm whether the professional ethics are firm?

[You, a young consultant in your twenties.]

[Are coming to confirm whether my professional ethics, as a renowned senior consultant in the industry, are firm?]

Weng Pinting showed a look of absurdity.

"I want to confirm if your professional ethics are as firm as mine." Nan Zhubin said it as if it were a matter of course: "Once confirmed, I can trust you to help me."

Is this even Chinese?

[Goodness, confirming my professional ethics, and once confirmed, I qualify to help you, is that it?]

[Do you even realize what you’re saying?]

Weng Pinting laughed out of anger.

Nan Zhubin seemed oblivious to Weng Pinting’s state.

He continued, "Once that is confirmed, I can move on to step two — which is what I initially wanted — I need your ’permission’ to continue actions at Jiangdu University."

"If I go to Jiangdu University on my own, it’s purely my personal action, unrelated to anyone else; but after I communicate with you — asking if I ’can go’ — the situation is different."

Nan Zhubin spoke directly and matter-of-factly: "In that case, I’d essentially have your ’permission’ to go to Jiangdu University, and if I run into trouble, I can naturally seek your help again — like before when I asked you to look at the prescription."

...

In simple terms, Nan Zhubin was pulling Weng Pinting completely into the water.

Nan Zhubin wasn’t foolish enough to face Lin Lulin’s paranoia alone.

He knew where his abilities lay, and if necessary, he would seek help — as he did when he specifically asked Mr. Hu to go to the Liu Lin Psychological Clinic with him.

Weng Pinting, at this stage, was the biggest assistance Nan Zhubin could find.

The company’s situation somewhat disrupted Nan Zhubin’s plan because ordinarily, Weng Pinting would have no reason to remain at the Yan Nuo Center, and she could easily buy a ticket to fly back to the Capital tomorrow and be done with it.

But in a way, this was an opportunity for Nan Zhubin.

He’d already established a good personal relationship with Weng Pinting, and in this context, Weng Pinting was freed from the ’center director’ constraint.

In this perspective, Weng Pinting actually might be completely won over by Nan Zhubin to fully commit to dealing with Lin Lulin together.

For instance, right now, as long as Weng Pinting says to Nan Zhubin, "You can go to Jiangdu University," then no matter what happens next, she can’t pretend not to see it.

...

"Establishing professional ethics is the first goal; and since we have established you have such high professional ethics, you definitely won’t turn a blind eye to Lin Lulin’s situation, I’ll take the opportunity to make my second request."

"Once my first goal is achieved, it can also advance my second goal, intertwining with each other."

Nan Zhubin effectively extended a hand of [Positive Attention], giving Weng Pinting a high hat.

Weng Pinting smiled out of anger at being given [Attention].

What kind of strange linking is this?

She looked at Nan Zhubin seriously saying such unserious things, momentarily unsure of what reaction to give.

But after taking a couple of deep breaths, she actually continued along with Nan Zhubin’s words.

"Okay, that’s two goals. Do you have a third one?"

She wanted to see what else Nan Zhubin could come up with.

"The third and last — I’m somewhat worried about you."

...

Nan Zhubin pursed his lips, adjusting his expression.

"You’ve helped me a lot before, and I’m really grateful. Although we have a superior-subordinate relationship, your help clearly exceeds that of a general superior, and I have received that."

He also adjusted his gaze, where the concern seemed to materialize.

"You seem to have lost both your career and love — at least most of it — I think in this situation, I must come to talk to you."

Nan Zhubin spoke sincerely: "I want to confirm if you’re okay now, if not, then consider my first and second points unsaid, as I don’t wish for you to get dragged into my mess."

Weng Pinting blinked.

She couldn’t help but hold her breath.

"This... um... I see."

She looked at Nan Zhubin’s face, at the concerned expression on that kind of face, and suddenly felt the anger that was just stirred up dissipate.

"I’m now... um... actually okay. After all, Howard showed signs of this before, I wasn’t unprepared..."

"It’s impossible to suddenly lose oneself in emotions, I’m very busy... I have a supervision meeting in a few days..."

Her expression became somewhat conflicted as she subconsciously began to explain her state.

It seemed like she was about to say something sentimental.

Nan Zhubin nodded at this time, interrupting Weng Pinting: "It’s good that you’re okay."

"..."

"Oh, right." Nan Zhubin switched back to a blank expression, "After expressing my concern, it strengthens our relationship, making it nearly impossible for you not to help me due to personal connections."

"Once this third goal is achieved, it can further propel the accomplishment of the second goal."

... Goodness, is there such kind of linkage?

Weng Pinting’s emotions suddenly became disjointed.

But the next moment, she couldn’t help herself, and actually laughed out loud.

The consulting director patted her face, reclined back into her chair.

She flexed her neck, seeming to only now notice the fatigue and pain there;

Meanwhile, she sighed:

"I originally planned to take you, Old Hu, and a few other consultants I had my eye on to jump ship, and set up a consulting studio in the Capital or Magic City."

"After all, consulting develops fastest and best in those two places nationwide, and my connections are actually all there."

"I’ve actually been financially free for a long time, coming to Jiangdu, besides the push for the sense of career achievement, I was truly blinded by Howard."

Weng Pinting wore a carefree smile.

"But now I decide not to take you. With your personality, releasing you to do business is a bit risky; and with your skills, you seem to have the potential to subtly push the development of psychology, throwing you into society to struggle is too wasteful."

Weng Pinting’s expression was earnest: "Have you thought about going back to graduate school? To a school in Magic City or the Capital, I have connections there."

Nan Zhubin shrugged.

He didn’t appear disappointed because Weng Pinting said she wouldn’t take him to work, nor was he tempted by the graduate studies invitation.

"I prefer consulting, and I have to solve my matters here first."

Nan Zhubin paused, looked into Weng Pinting’s eyes, seemingly turning back time to ask the question he first posed: "So, Sister Pingting, now that the company has transitioned and I have nothing to do, am I free during the day to go to Jiangdu University?"

"..."

Weng Pinting looked at Nan Zhubin for a long time.

Then she smiled freely: "Yes."

...

Jiangdu University.

Psychological Consultation Center.

Xia Tian had just put down the phone and wrote down the appointment time of a student in the notebook beside her.

Then she was about to match the student with a consultant according to the teachers’ timetable nearby.

Suddenly — the phone rang.

"Hello? Mr. Nan!"

Xia Tian picked up immediately, her voice perfectly reflecting the joy blooming on her face.

Chen Ting, sitting next to her, looked up sharply, her eyes shining.

And then, she strained her ears —

Xia Tian’s voice was pleasant:

"What’s up, Mr. Nan?"

"Ah, you have time during the day now? That’s great!"

"So when are you free during the day?"

"Ah... ah?"

Xia Tian blinked: "Also, fully booked?"

Beside her, Chen Ting tilted her head, showing an incredulous look.

"Oh, besides that, there’s another favor to ask me?"

Xia Tian quickly reined in her thoughts fluctuating from surprise and became serious.

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