Chapter 01 Dream

Unable to hail a taxi, and in the sweltering heat, she was sweating profusely. She glanced back at Su Ruhao, who was standing there unhurriedly, and finally said, "Why not take my car instead?"

That dream gradually emerged from her subconscious. It was so vivid that it allowed her to recall all the details

In fact, she has received consulting fees that were quite generous. However, nothing is more gratifying than a sincere expression of gratitude like this.

The young man proactively stood up from the sofa, tall in stature and standing straight, extending his hand towards Xia Huixi: "Hello, I am Su Ruhao"

Yu Ke was dressed in a simple gray short-sleeved shirt and faded jeans, shaking his head in a flustered manner: "No."

By the time I arrived, it was almost about to begin

Yu Ke still appeared somewhat reserved, perhaps due to having not slept well these past few days, with her eyes showing a deep shade of dark blue. She stood there, looking at her beaming teacher, gradually relaxing, and finally spoke with a sincere and earnest tone: "Thank you"

Xia Huixi still felt somewhat puzzled. However, she understood that what is sweet for one may be poison for another, and since it cannot be forced, she decided not to pursue the matter any further. Just then, they arrived at a fork in the road, and Xia Huixi was headed to the teaching building, so she politely asked him: "Where are you going?"

Su Ruhao said it again very seriously. Clearly, she had not misheard it before

In the midst of some chaos at the scene, Su Ruhao's voice was slightly cold and clear as he said to Xia Huixi in her ear: "What is your opinion on pharmacological assistance in the treatment of mental disorders?" He sat in his position, his fingertips fiddling with the pencil distributed uniformly at the conference, dressed in white and black, his gaze sharp and focused on Xia Huixi, with a distinctly sharp curve at the corners of his lips.

This is clearly a young man, and because he is her junior, Xia Huixi subconsciously feels that he should be a bit more inexperienced than herself. However, Su Ruhao possesses a quality that naturally inspires trust, and Xia Huixi thinks that forcing him to call her "senior sister" is indeed somewhat inappropriate

The class bell rang, and Xia Huixi waved at him before stepping away.

A middle-aged woman stumbled in, shouting something indistinctly at a loud volume. Everyone turned to look at her. She was extremely agitated, dodging the staff while repeatedly uttering words that no one could understand

The security personnel ultimately escorted the woman out of the scene. She was still reluctant to comply, waving her arms and struggling as she gradually disappeared from view

A gentle laugh of goodwill echoed in her ear, like a soft thunder, suddenly resounding beside Xia Huixi's ear. She turned her head to look at Su Ruhao, only to find him gazing at her with a half-smile, subtly mouthing the words: "Why ask this?"

It was actually a very ordinary dream, not even worthy of being called a nightmare, yet Ke's face was pale, and his voice trembled as if he found it difficult to recount such a scene

The sound quality in the venue is excellent, with the female voice being clear and everyone can hear it distinctly: "May I ask, do you really think that medication is beneficial for the treatment of mental illnesses?"

She raised her head and happened to see a group of people crowding around a young man as he sat down in the VIP section, facing the audience. He had a tall and slightly slender build, with slightly long hair and almost perfect features. His eyes resembled a deep, cold pool of water, so profound that one could not reach the bottom.

As Pei Yueze surveyed the venue, he suddenly spotted a girl. He prided himself on his keen eyesight; despite the distance, he could still ascertain that she was barefaced, her complexion as pure as water. She simply used a headband to neatly tie back her loose hair, revealing her forehead, which was smooth and fair as snow.

Xia Huixi recognized the woman at first glance. Some time ago, there was an incident at the municipal psychiatric hospital where a twenty-year-old male patient suffering from depression accidentally died due to the misadministration of a certain sedative. This was classified as a very serious medical malpractice case. His mother was also exposed in various major media outlets, tearfully accusing the hospital and subsequently received an astronomical amount in compensation

Most of the issues are related to the recent financial crisis, and Xia Huixi is distracted, twirling a wooden pencil in her hand, a little trick she developed during her student days. She suddenly realizes that Su Ruhao has been silent for a long time and can't help but glance at him.

Because she accurately predicted the latter half of the dream, Yu Ke looked at the young teacher with eyes full of conviction, nodding vigorously, her teeth biting her lips until they turned snow white: "Yes"

As a psychologist, Xia Huixi understands the meaning of such dreams better than anyone else

As she crossed half the campus, she began to feel hot, and beads of sweat formed densely on her forehead. Fortunately, her hair was all secured back by a headband, so it did not feel sticky. In fact, few girls are willing to expose their foreheads like she does. Just as her students privately analyzed, her face shape is very beautiful, resembling a perfect model for cosmetic surgery, and her complexion is as fair as crystal pudding, which gives her a bright yet refined beauty.

This name sounds somewhat familiar. Xia Huixi was taken aback for a moment and held his hand: "Xia Huixi."

The professor's office is on the third floor. Xia Huixi knocked on the door

Xia Huixi glanced at the time in the lobby on the first floor, realizing that there were still about twenty minutes before class began. Not wanting to step out into the scorching sun so early, she sat down and idly looked over some materials. It was not until someone called out to her: "Miss Xia?"

Secondly, it is her attire. In fact, her outfit combinations are usually decided just a few minutes before work. However, no matter how simple the clothing, once it is worn by her, it exudes a natural sense of comfort. Some girls have even tracked her most frequently worn white T-shirt, which appeared six times in a month, each time styled differently. One cannot help but marvel that some people are simply born with a talent for mixing and matching.

This is a very popular milk tea shop at Nanjing University. The prices are affordable, the environment is pleasant, and the service is attentive. Even if students order just a cup of the cheapest original milk tea and sit for an entire afternoon, finishing it to the last drop, the staff will not rush them. Due to the limited space, it is always packed. Students who arrive late and cannot find a seat can only reluctantly go to the nearby window to buy takeout.

Xia Huixi also lowered her voice: "I am a follower of Jung's doctor's degree"

She did not sit down, and Su Ruhao stood with her. The slight curve of his smile at the corners of his lips was just right, resembling the smiley face in chat symbols, simple and clean, naturally endearing. Xia Huixi had no resistance and returned him a smile, then turned to her mentor and said: "I am here to collect the materials"

If the consultant and the doctor cannot reach an agreement during their communication, one party will use a 'passionate fantasy' to fill the gap between the two.

In the morning, there were still classes. Xia Huixi turned off the air conditioning, and as she walked out of the corridor, the heat rushed at her. It was as if fireworks had exploded nearby, bringing a choking sensation. In southern cities, summer does not truly end until after October, and it feels quite distant when counted on fingers. Xia Huixi stepped on the small patches of light that leaked through the dense green leaves and noticed that the light had cast her shadow in front of her, elongated as if it were flowing clouds, possessing a kind of transparency that seemed incongruous with the heat.

There were still some rather lengthy speeches to come. Su Ruhao looked at Xia Huixi with an impassive expression, his gaze revealing a hint of subtle peculiarity. Her face was small, and from the side, her chin was pointed and delicate. Dressed in a white T-shirt and dark brown trousers, complemented by a stylish little vest, she appeared neat and tidy. Just as he averted his gaze, he happened to hear the host announce, "The press conference has concluded"

The last question. He calmly waited for a moment, glanced at the reporters in the room who were eager to ask questions, and finally pointed to, "That young lady."

She remembered this girl, Yu Ke. Her grades were excellent, and due to her family's difficult circumstances, she often received several special scholarships. She had always performed well and rarely had moments of distraction like this, which surprised Xia Huixi. However, university professors generally did not pay much attention to these matters. After a moment of thought, she did not stop her lecture, but subtly kept an eye on that girl.

The man on stage seemed to share an unspoken understanding, wearing a gentle smile. With his strikingly handsome features, Pei Yueze exuded a charm that captivated those around him when he smiled. He casually shifted the topic, saying, "Regarding this issue, there are many experts present who are more qualified to answer than I am." After saying this, his gaze lingered on Xia Huixi's face for a few seconds, his tone softening as he added, "Thank you for your question." He casually shifted the topic, saying, "Regarding this issue, there are many experts present who are more qualified to answer than I am." After saying this, his gaze lingered on Xia Huixi's face for a few seconds, his tone softening as he added, "Thank you for your question."

Goodbye, Miss Xia

Pei Yueze, after a momentary accident, gracefully paused his speech. With a cool expression, he appeared completely unaffected, standing with his hands behind his back, and the smile at the corners of his mouth grew increasingly pronounced from nothing.

Su Ruhao stood in place for a long time, and the number of people moving around gradually decreased, with only a few late students rushing in occasionally. It was as if the tide was receding, the white waves gradually thinning out, eventually disappearing along the coastline. He calmly surveyed this unfamiliar campus, the place where he was about to work and study, which gave him a peculiar sense of belonging

Has this world gone mad

When Xia Huixi opened her eyes, she found herself breathing heavily. Her whole body was hot, almost drenched in a thin layer of sweat. Her fingers were still unconsciously gripping the bed sheet, and it was only when her awareness returned that she slowly relaxed her grip. She randomly grabbed the glass of cool water by the bedside and quickly gulped it down. After glancing at the time, she finally sat up.

Xia Huixi had already walked out, but upon hearing this, she finally turned around: "In our country, we generally still refer to it as 'Shijie'. Alternatively, you can call me Xia Xia."

As they exited the milk tea shop, they appeared to be as close as sisters. Xia Huixi casually draped her arm over Yu Ke's shoulder and gave her a pat, asking, "Are you feeling a bit better now?" She sighed regretfully, "I should have treated you to a meal. But I have something to attend to now..."

After class, she walked straight to Yu Ke's side and kindly asked, "Are you feeling unwell?"

After Xia Huixi sat down, she hurriedly lowered her head to look for paper and pen, but she敏感ly noticed that there was a commotion in front of her

In such a daze, I did not hear what was said on stage. It was not until I heard the staff asking, "Does anyone have any questions?"

The black car, with its smooth lines, also exudes a sense of stability. Xia Huixi was not surprised; given that this person was a returnee from a prestigious university and came from a good family, it was not unexpected. She got in and teased lightly, "Isn't this brand also quite famous for sports cars?"

Xia Huixi smiled and said, "It's nothing, I just noticed that you don't look well, so I casually asked." As she turned to leave, Yu Ke suddenly called out to her, his voice somewhat uncertain: "Teacher Xia, these past few days... I've been having the same dream repeatedly."

As Xia Huixi sighed inwardly, the door was suddenly pushed open with a loud bang

Xia Huixi frowned, finally managing to catch a few fragmented words: depression, medication, death

Su Ruhao patiently waited for the school bus ahead to turn, his fingers tapping a rhythmic beat on the steering wheel, his profile serene: "Sports cars are not suitable for everyone"

Su Ruhao was clearly observing Xia Huixi with seriousness yet without losing politeness, and finally said with a smile: "Alright"

After a brief pause on the other end of the phone, a voice came through, and Su Ruhao readily replied, "Okay"

Su Ruhao smiled and explained as she went to the school parking lot with her: "It was your suggestion to take a taxi together"

At this age, such dreams are not considered anything new

Su Ruhao smiled and nodded: "Jung's doctor's degree does not advocate the use of medication to treat mental illnesses"

It was precisely during class when several students from Xia Huixi walked past her while chatting at the entrance of the teaching building. After walking a distance, they turned back, making faces and glancing over, as if they were eager for chaos. She pretended not to see and pressed the save button: "Alright. See you in the afternoon"

Xia Huixi was a bit taken aback, and finally, with her mouth slightly agape, she watched as the taxi that had stopped was intercepted by another person. She turned around, her face a mix of laughter and tears, and said: "Su Ruhao, why didn't you say anything earlier"

He smiled and said, "Senior Sister, I will still call you Xiaoxia."

If possible, she also wanted to provide herself with a convincing analysis—why the subject of her dreams was him and not someone else. Xia Huixi sighed softly, her cheeks slightly flushed. She knew in her heart that this unknown ambiguity was precisely the aspect of psychology that captivated her.

They walked out side by side. Xia Huixi finally couldn't help but ask him: "Why come back to the country to pursue a PhD?"

In that fleeting moment, he felt an overwhelming brilliance, as if it were a familiar sight.

Someone turned around, seemingly displeased with their whispering. Xia Huixi smiled apologetically at the people in the front row, intending to remain silent. However, her palm slipped, and the pen fell as if it were a nimble little creature, landing between the two rows of desks. She had no choice but to stand up slightly and lean forward to see where it had fallen.

Xia Huixi coughed softly, attempting to conceal the slight unease within her that went unnoticed by others. Regarding that vivid dream, she had already analyzed it several times using her knowledge of psychology. However, at this moment, upon seeing the real person, she found that some subtle emotions—such as embarrassment—were still difficult to overcome. Human nature and impulses, such as survival and reproduction, always lurk deep within the soul. It is no wonder that Freud ultimately attributed all psychological inquiries to sexual desire, a point that brought him fame but also subjected him to criticism. Human nature and impulses, such as survival and reproduction, always lurk deep within the soul. It is no wonder that Freud ultimately attributed all psychological inquiries to sexual desire, a point that brought him fame but also subjected him to criticism.

First, go to the department to collect the materials. As soon as she swiped her card to enter, the air conditioning made Xia Huixi feel instantly refreshed. Her previously sticky and hot back felt as if it had been sprinkled with dry talcum powder, bringing her a great deal of comfort

They sat in a corner, waiting for the people in front to leave first. Su Ruhao leaned against the chair and smiled as he asked Xia Huixi: "Are you feeling hot?"

At this moment, Xia Huixi seemed somewhat out of sorts. After a considerable pause, she repeated the question: "Where did you graduate from?"

In addition, there are occasionally young men who come to deliver flowers, or anonymous text messages are received, yet Xia Huixi remains single, leading a fulfilling and pleasant life on her own

Xia Huixi stood up, rinsed her face with clean water, and casually put on the black headband from the dressing table, tying her hair into a ponytail. Wearing denim shorts, black canvas shoes, and a plain white T-shirt, her outfit seemed a bit too simple. She turned back, took a dark blue vest and put it on, then glanced at herself in the mirror a few times; this simple combination immediately appeared somewhat distinctive.

The staff member's face was pale, and he uncontrollably glanced at Pei Yueze: "I apologize. We have time left to answer only one last question. Who is it?"

Xia Huixi continued her lecture, while the central air conditioning was cooling the classroom. The students were diligently taking notes, and everything seemed normal. Out of the corner of her eye, she noticed a girl sitting in the corner, seemingly lost in thought, not taking notes, and staring blankly at the blackboard

She quickly changed into a pair of lightweight brown linen trousers upon returning home, tidied her hair, and hurried towards the school gate. Not a moment too late or too early, it was exactly 2:30. She spotted Su Ruhao standing there at a glance, very conspicuous, tall and straight like a white poplar.

Peng Ze handed her a stack of folders and offered a few words of advice. She simply nodded at Su Ruhao and turned to leave.

This young female teacher is extremely popular at Nanjing University. Firstly, she possesses a wise demeanor that commands the students' respect. Her outstanding academic achievements during her school years, along with the legend of her staying on as a lecturer immediately after obtaining her master's degree, are enough to make her junior colleagues look at her with new eyes

He was clearly unfamiliar with the school. After thinking for a while, he said: "It's my first day here, just wandering around." He simply decided to go with her to the teaching building. Finally, Su Ruhao remembered: "Professor Peng just mentioned that there is a press conference this afternoon regarding the development of psychotropic drugs, which is a project of the institute. He said I should go with you to take a look."

She looked up and saw Su Ruhao. With one hand in his pocket, he stood not far away, greeting her. This young man had a fresh hairline and a handsome profile, his eyes shining like jewels. Xia Huixi couldn't help but think that if that group of lively students found out, there would probably be another hot topic on the forum.

It is merely confusion. In fact, two years ago, she had only met him a few times and hardly exchanged a few words. The so-called "gap" between the two is difficult to discuss. Perhaps the only explanation is that she has been busy with that collaboration recently, which inevitably led to her coming across materials related to Pei Yueze, thus unintentionally stirring up those memories from two years ago that were not particularly memorable.

Looking back at the time, I realized it was getting late. Xia Huixi hurried back to her residence and called Su Ruhao again.

Xia Huixi nodded: "Alright. Please give me your phone number. I will contact you again in the afternoon"

Xia Huixi understood in her heart. She supported her forehead with one hand, slightly closed her eyes, and adjusted her tone once again: "Do not be afraid. If you trust me, I can try to help you analyze it."

Her mentor, Peng Ze, is a leading psychologist in the country and also the director of the research institute. At this moment, the old man is sitting on the sofa, chatting with a young man

Su Ruhao's footsteps were steady as he walked along the side of the road, his shoulders adorned with golden sunlight: "I just want to go back to my country. You know, the best psychology department in the country is at Nanjing University."

He sat up straight, his gaze fixed on the man on the stage, his slightly curled and long eyelashes remaining still, indicating his intense concentration. In fact, there was nothing particularly appealing about this; it was merely a response to the mentor's call, and Xia Huixi felt that he was taking it a bit too seriously. However, when he was serious, his eyes shone exceptionally bright, as if the light of a spotlight was illuminating diamonds on black velvet, dazzling and brilliant

Upon hearing someone agree, I pushed the door open and discovered that there was not only Mr. Peng in the office.

Xia Huixi stared in disbelief, as if she had encountered an alien, or as if someone had smeared paint all over the handsome face of this young man. He graduated from a world-renowned university with a degree in psychology, yet returned to the country to pursue a doctor's degree

The collaborating unit is considered to be closely related. However, I am not familiar with the area of clinical drugs, as it is not related to my field. My attendance at this press conference was requested by my boss, and it was not really my concern.

Regardless, this dream still appears somewhat bizarre

Xia Xia, Su Ruhao, I have mentioned this to you. The new recruits this year are master's graduates from the applied psychology program at xx University abroad, and they are also my doctoral students. " Peng Ze placed the teapot on the table and turned to Su Ruhao: " This is Xia Huixi, since you are new here, feel free to ask your senior sister if you have any questions.

The press conference was held at the new site of CRIX. It was located in the suburbs of the city, requiring a detour from the southeastern area of Nanda to the far western outskirts. The road was long and arduous, and Xia Huixi, feeling bored, gazed out the window when she suddenly heard Su Ruhao ask her: "Is our department in frequent contact with CRIX?"

Xia Huixi shook her head, her palm involuntarily brushing against her flushed cheek: "What? Is my face very red?"

Xia Huixi ordered two cups of pudding milk tea and then discreetly observed the student across from her. In fact, she was a very delicate girl, with short hair and an oval face, possessing a simplicity rarely seen in urban girls. Yu Ke had remained silent, perhaps unsure of how to start a conversation. However, Xia Huixi was not in a hurry; she took a sip of her drink, the smooth pudding gently colliding between her lips and teeth, releasing a sweet aroma reminiscent of eggs.

With a clang, the cup of milk tea was knocked over by Yu Ke. The thick liquid spilled all over the table, and the ice cubes jingled as they slid across the surface, while large pieces of pudding glistened enticingly. The staff hurried over to wipe it up, blocking Xia Huixi's line of sight, forcing her to lean back slightly, her tone gentle: "Is it like this?"

Surprised for a moment, Xia Huixi smiled effortlessly and said, "It can't really be considered helping... We are sharing with each other, aren't we?"

Xia Huixi listened intently and seamlessly picked up her words: "Then you can no longer run? Or does the track extend infinitely, until you are exhausted and still cannot see the finish line?"

On September 1st, I dreamt of having an intimate relationship with a man. Xia Huixi held the pen, thought for a moment, and then wrote again to add: "Pei Yueze, President of CRIX, had several psychological consultations two years ago. CRIX is about to collaborate with the research institute to develop a medication for mental therapy"

After a brief introduction by the host, Pei Yueze stood up and walked towards the exquisitely arranged podium. For some inexplicable reason, Xia Huixi was reminded of Tom Cruise in "Interview with the Vampire." At that time, he was still young, with a unique bone structure, rosy lips, a pale complexion, slightly curled golden hair, and a face that evoked jealousy, seemingly crafted by nature itself. A faint melancholy lingered between his brows, as if it contained infinite emotional knots and loneliness. At that time, he was still young, with a unique bone structure, rosy lips, a pale complexion, slightly curled golden hair, and a face that evoked jealousy, seemingly crafted by nature itself. A faint melancholy lingered between his brows, as if it contained infinite emotional knots and loneliness.

During the ten-minute break, Xia Huixi was surrounded by several female students. One of the girls asked with a smile, "Teacher, was it your boyfriend who brought you to class?" She responded calmly, "No, it was a senior of yours. My junior." The girls appeared somewhat excited and chattered for a while before dispersing when class began.

Teacher, I dreamt of my hometown. My grandmother passed away a long time ago, but I was talking with her. We were basking in the sun together. Yu Ke's hands were resting on the table, her slender fingers clenched into a fist, then relaxed, reflecting extreme tension and unease. "I also dreamt that I was running..."

Peng Ze has a remarkably good temper. Although he is an academic authority, he never carries himself with any airs when interacting with others. He held his usual Yixing purple clay teapot and called out to Xia Huixi, saying, "Come, come, let me introduce you to each other."

It is precisely lunchtime now, so there are not many people.

In fact, the course that Xia Huixi is currently taking, although it introduces various schools of psychology, occasionally includes her explanations of dream analysis methods. She has mentioned more than once that Jung's doctoral degree allows for precise analysis of a person's consciousness and unconsciousness through dream interpretation, providing accurate guidance and advice regarding an individual's life situation

After a brief moment of surprise, she turned around and took the student's hand: "Come, let's talk as we walk."

Perhaps the time has truly come. He gently nodded to the audience below and returned to his seat

Because psychoanalysis requires extensive dream analysis, she began diligently recording her dreams from a very early age, as it was the only experimental material she could trust and consider real. Now, it has accumulated into a thick volume. She stared blankly at the black leather notebook, her gaze unconsciously drifting to a professional book beside her. Within it, there is a sentence that can perfectly and appropriately explain this dream for her. She stared blankly at the black leather notebook, her gaze unconsciously drifting to a professional book beside her. Within it, there is a sentence that can perfectly and appropriately explain this dream for her

The gray road stretches straight ahead, with Ke's slender figure walking along the tree-lined path. The green leaves and sunlight resemble a blend of light gold and deep green paint, splashed across this fresh oil painting. She hopes that this still kind child can continue to walk forward fearlessly like this.

When the microphone was handed to Xia Huixi, her mind was actually blank, and she stared dazedly at the man on stage, feeling her cheeks flush. She instinctively stood up, her fingers uncontrollably pushing the switch. In the end, she uttered the first sentence that popped into her mind, and then, in a daze, returned the microphone to the staff.

Su Ruhao merely smiled lightly without responding, yet his gaze inadvertently drifted towards the exit of the venue. Pei Yueze paused there for a moment, his eyes casting over from a distance, landing in their corner as if searching for something.

The press conference is at 3:00 PM. Shall we meet at the entrance at 2:30 PM? We can take a taxi together.

He nodded and no longer asked further questions

The entrance is somewhat dim, and the light is not bright. Su Ruhao stands quietly, seeing the young "senior sister" standing less than three steps away from him, casually advising him. She is wearing shorts, which make her legs appear long and beautiful, and her unblemished, plain face seems to be carved from fine jade, adorned with a pair of sparkling eyes, exuding a captivating purity