Chapter 03 Cui Xiang

Xia Huixi, in a moment of urgency, grabbed his hand and said, "Ah, what will you do then?"

She has always been willing to participate in these student activities, and immediately agreed, chatting with the students for a while. Before she knew it, the clock had already struck 9 o'clock. The computer also beeped, reminding her that the data processing was complete

He took off his coat, wearing only a shirt. The light from several small spotlights fell down, casting a resolute silhouette that appeared vigorous and spirited. Finally, he slowly spoke, as if deep in thought: "You are right. For these vulnerable groups, in addition to medical care, psychological intervention is also very important. Perhaps, we can make it organize such activities on a larger and more standardized scale"

Xia Huixi felt confident that she had not mistaken him, so she called out: "Yu Ke?"

Xia Huixi felt a bit embarrassed herself, turned around, and clapped her hands: "Then I will wait to eat."

Xia Huixi did not respond, as she was actually lost in her own thoughts.

Good, where at noon

For a moment, it was somewhat awkward, and no one spoke. Inevitably, attention was drawn to the campus.

Xia Huixi thought for a moment and comfortingly patted her shoulder, "This is our senior brother, no need to be polite with him." She then pointed to her own lips, "Look, I am already like this, otherwise we can go back together with you."

Hearing the deep disappointment and loneliness in her tone, Su Ruhao couldn't help but turn his head to glance at her. Xia Huixi was resting her head against the car door, her eyes closed, her slightly curled eyelashes gently trembling. At that moment, the air in the car seemed to be infused with some kind of softening agent, gently touching the depths of his heart, almost prompting him to utter a word.

She carried a light blue denim bag, old and worn, with two patches visibly sewn on the side. She might have just gotten out of the car, yet the bag was surprisingly tidy, much like her overall demeanor—delicate and refined. She did not wear particularly fashionable clothes; in fact, some of the styles were somewhat outdated, yet they gave off a clean and refreshing impression. She might have just gotten out of the car, yet the bag was surprisingly tidy, much like her overall demeanor—delicate and refined. She did not wear particularly fashionable clothes; in fact, some of the styles were somewhat outdated, yet they gave off a clean and refreshing impression

Just as I was about to press ignore, that string of numbers seemed to come alive, shimmering and dancing at my fingertips

Xia Huixi walked towards the office with a not-so-small brown leather bag slung over her shoulder. Accompanying the sound of her footsteps were the school announcements and waves of students, either heading towards the dormitories or flowing into the study rooms. She hurried to the entrance of the floor and heard the security guard greet her: "Teacher Xia, are you working overtime tonight"

Xia Huixi counted in her heart and innocently sighed: "When have there been several times? I can only ride in luxury cars when there are matters at CRIX." She immediately felt it was inappropriate: "But it's not entirely true. For example, since I recently got to know you, I can also ride in luxury cars often now."

Perhaps it is because several merchants have coincidentally expressed their interest in charity today that Xia Huixi appeared unusually calm and composed when getting into the car at the television station entrance

Xia Huixi straightened up, furrowing her brows and about to speak, when the invigilator walked in, brushing past Yu Ke

She held the phone and quietly suggested, "Brother Su, would you like to have a meal together?" Seeing that Ke did not object, she nodded and arranged the time and place.

This is the season when the osmanthus blossoms. The tip of the nose inevitably brushes against those fragrances, and mixed with the refreshing moisture from last night's rain, everything feels very clear and light. It is as if someone is unrolling an ancient scroll, where the painting depicts a sky full of fine rain, and someone leans over to look at the blades of grass growing in the crevices of the blue stone slabs by the roadside

Open the email, a new script.

A pleasant reputation and the like are merely embellishments for CRIX. On the contrary, if you are willing to be my psychological consultant, that would be a timely assistance for me. I have always believed that this request is not unreasonable. " He interrupted her, speaking in a smooth tone, "Miss Xia, this is a win-win situation.

Xia Huixi did not deny it, smiling slightly: "Yes, just chatting casually"

A bit of autumn rain brings a bit of chill, Su Ruhao raised his hand to turn on the air conditioning, his tone seemingly casual: "I have seen you take that car several times."

Some are receiving treatment in the hospital... while others have not fallen ill. As for what happens next, who knows?" Yu Ke simply said, tightly pursing his lips, "This matter is well-known among us. I even went to the hospital to see them... it truly is...

He had never seen her like this, with her hair disheveled and falling over her shoulders, clearly having just crawled out of bed. She was barefoot in the paper slippers provided by the guesthouse, the skin on the tops of her feet appearing fair and smooth like satin; the collar of her garment was slightly askew, revealing a glimpse of one collarbone, making her look altogether fragile.

After bidding farewell, Yu Ke reached out to grab her luggage. Her figure was as thin as a piece of paper, likely to topple over with a gust of wind, and it was indeed somewhat strenuous to lift that bag. The large bag was only a few inches off the ground when suddenly someone beside her extended a hand and effortlessly took it over.

Without further ado, he took a quilt and a blanket from his room and gave them to her

Xia Huixi felt a slight touch of emotion in her heart. She knew that this little girl was very simple and sincere; after their last conversation, she probably regarded her as the closest teacher, which was why she kept remembering her. She reached out to take it and patted her shoulder, saying, "Thank you"

This might be the first time Xia Huixi was holding hands with a boy. The sensation was completely different from the times she held hands with girls. The girls' hands were delicate and soft, while his hand was dry and warm, even that grip carried a sense of decisiveness. She gently tried to pull away, and almost simultaneously, he noticed, paused in surprise, and then released her hand, his tone as gentle as water: "I am sorry"

Her complexion was poor; she nodded slightly and quickly returned to her position

A group of people accepted her statement, looked for a while, and then left. After Xia Huixi finished the exam paper, she saw Yu Ke standing timidly at the door, seemingly unsure whether to come in or not

That eerie dream kept reminding Xia Huixi. She also cautiously sensed the lingering feeling of tension that would not dissipate

Hello, Mr. Pei

It is truly surprising. Such swiftness. Considering that she has saved her a full two days, shouldn't she also give Su Ruhao a call to say thank you? Xia Huixi's mind was busy checking the data while nervously contemplating. Finally, she locked the door and stepped out, but her courage still lay softly in a corner of her heart. As she walked towards the dormitory, she paused, feeling a bit of a headache, and took out her phone under the streetlight, managing to compose a text message: "Tomorrow our class has a barbecue event, would you like to join us?"

There was still a tingling sensation at the corners of her lips, yet at this moment, Xia Huixi's mood inexplicably relaxed.

He slowly adjusted his cuffs, his demeanor gentle: "I still want to thank you for taking the time."

The young girl's gaze was somewhat complex, her voice hoarse: "That was in the past"

As he was planning to speak while walking, Yu Ke abruptly said: "Teacher Xia, I returned to my hometown and encountered some issues"

In the subway, people come and go, mist rising and falling, bustling as if it were a market. Yet, as she looked at that phone number, a faint chill rose from her heart; she knew it was Pei Yueze's number

In such a small village, the incidence of cancer is dozens of times higher than the provincial average, with dozens of individuals having died from malignant tumors. The villagers persistently petitioned for redress, and despite numerous obstacles, they ultimately exposed this severe environmental pollution incident. The chemical plant was ordered to cease operations, and the victims received appropriate compensation

She quickly raised her head to glance at Xia Huixi, her face pale as if it were a fine piece of rice paper, her pupils frighteningly dark. In the end, she silently lowered her head, wanting to speak but hesitating.

She nodded with a smile. Since everything had come rushing in a chaotic manner today, she did not mind ending this utterly terrible day with a busy workload

Not wanting to dampen the mood, and with only a minor burn, Xia Huixi persisted down the mountain despite the increasingly noticeable blisters. Until parting ways with the students, Su Ruhao's previously casual tone changed: "Let's go, we should visit the hospital."

Xia Huixi could only see his pair of eyes, which reflected a soft and delicate light, as if filled with concern, yet also carrying a hint of reproach: "Why are you being so careless?"

She shook her head in confusion, unsure of how to respond.

However, Su Ruhao heard it

Pei Yueze slightly waved his hand, his gaze possessing a peculiar sense of insight, resting on her face for several seconds, and finally said: "There is no reason. It simply must be you."

That day, Xia Huixi went to the television station for a recording. The subway was so crowded that it was hard to breathe. Sadly, her phone rang again. She simply could not free her hands to take it out. She could only let the ringtone ring on its own.

Xia Huixi reached out to adjust her hairband, her fingertips brushing against her soft bangs, and she felt an inexplicable sense of calm: "Mr. Li from your esteemed group has shown great interest in contacting me. Moreover, if this project is initiated, it would also be beneficial for CRIX's social impact..."

In the past two years, the town attracted investment, leading to the establishment of several chemical factories. This continuous stretch formed an economic development zone, situated on a piece of land upstream of the vital water source that the Cui Xiang community has relied on for generations. Initially, everyone was delighted, as the completion of the economic development zone allowed many young people to find a means of livelihood without leaving their hometown. However, with the slight improvement in the economy, adverse consequences soon followed. Initially, everyone was delighted, as the completion of the economic development zone allowed many young people to find a means of livelihood without leaving their hometown. However, with the slight improvement in the economy, adverse consequences soon followed.

A simple question, two completely opposing viewpoints

Xia Huixi exchanged a knowing glance with her, smilingly asking, "Have you gone home?"

She crouched down and began rummaging through her bag, finally pulling out a tightly tied plastic bag: "These are all wild mushrooms, sun-dried"

It has been a little over half a month since we last met, and Yu Ke has lost a considerable amount of weight, with a pointed chin and dark circles under his eyes.

Why do you stubbornly refuse to respond?

Xia Huixi tilted her head slightly, appearing somewhat perplexed: "The same thing? I don't think so... If my previous statement was not clear enough, then let me say it again, I am sorry, but I am not willing."

To a certain extent, she trusts her intuition more than anyone else

Xia Huixi drank more than one glass of wine, and at this moment her cheeks were slightly flushed, yet her mind became increasingly clear. She admired her mentor's thoughtful efforts, and thus she recounted the events before and after in a straightforward manner, only modestly omitting the fact of insufficient funding.

Ke's hometown is located in a remote village in the northern part of the province. Cui Xiang and Xia Huixi have vaguely heard of this name. Upon recollection, it was mentioned on a photography forum. Photography enthusiasts had taken numerous photos, depicting the small village as a paradise untouched by the world. Perhaps the most impressive sight is the vast fields of rapeseed flowers, resembling a fine Persian carpet laid between the green mountains and clear waters. The vibrant colors that greet the viewer seem to instantly transport one away from the reality of their surroundings, creating an ethereal and breathtaking sensation as if one were amidst the clouds.

"Go take the exam." Xia Huixi nodded at her, speaking in a very calm tone, "After the exam, stay behind and we will talk."

What about those who are ill

After sitting down, Xia Huixi quietly recounted the events leading up to this moment. Su Ruhao listened intently, his dark eyes glimmering with an unusual light, and finally said: "I am aware of this matter. Wasn't it reported in the xx interview a few days ago?"

Xia Huixi was unexpectedly aware that her popularity had reached a certain level, and she awkwardly greeted everyone. The old man smiled and glanced at her, meaningfully raising his glass to those present: "Come, come, come, I toast to everyone with the first cup."

Xia Huixi put down the sizzling chicken wings in her hand, seemingly lost in thought: "Where is her home?"

She found a stone to sit on, and the gentle breeze was refreshing. The bustling prosperity of the entire city seemed to be instantly contained within her gaze, while the noise and restlessness were momentarily subdued into a graceful softness, and as she sat here, her heart felt at ease.

If the answer is affirmative, what else can she do

After three rounds of drinks, the dishes have also been served almost completely

The narrow path is quite difficult to traverse. It is overgrown with plants and shrubs, dense like a tangle of long hair, making a rustling sound as people walk through. Occasionally, students get their clothes and hair caught, often resulting in a chorus of screams and laughter. Xia Huixi walks behind Su Ruhao, who is holding a blower in his hand, but he thoughtfully clears away the dead branches and weeds for her, frequently turning back to remind her to be careful

Xia Huixi sat calmly in the car, analyzing the situation for herself

He slightly relaxed his tense expression and smiled, saying, "How did the discussion go?"

His voice was neither casual nor indifferent: "Are you free at noon? Let's have lunch together"

The driver dropped her off at the main entrance of Nanda. When Xia Huixi got out of the car, she suddenly heard a car honking not far behind her. The sound was somewhat jarring, and she instinctively turned to look. It was Su Ruhao. With the window partially rolled down, he slowly drove up beside her and said calmly, "Get in the car"

Yu Ke was still somewhat dazed, stumbling as he paused for a moment: "What?"

The class leader shook his head and said, "She is from this province. However, it seems quite far away; I don't know where it is."

Xia Huixi was so shocked that she could not speak: "You... your family is also ill?"

Xia Huixi looked around at the group of children who were enjoying their meal and suddenly asked the class monitor, "Oh, where is Yu Ke? She didn't come?"

Su Ruhao also sat down beside her, casually taking a leaf and rubbing it in his hands, the scent of fresh grass spreading at his fingertips. He suddenly said, "One must stand at a high place to have the illusion."

The journey takes approximately three hours. Xia Huixi woke up and, after a moment, was already full of energy

The old man said, "Recently, our school has an event that is being organized by Xia Xia. How about it, Xia Xia? Why don't you come and share with everyone?"

It is indeed Yu Ke. The girl turned around, glanced back for a moment, and then walked towards them while carrying a large bag.

The director showed Xia Huixi the recordings of the previous episodes and pointed to the shots where she appeared, saying, "Xiao Xia, you might want to smile a bit more."

Ke nodded and said, "Teacher Xia, I brought you some local specialties, all from my hometown"

Well, it is not solely about the last incident. I have heard that you intend to establish a charitable organization focused on psychological intervention, and I am very interested in this matter

Threats may sound light and casual, yet they carry an undeniable force that cannot be ignored

It is clearly daytime, yet due to it being the weekend, there is a serene absence of any noise.

The phone vibrated once; it was a text message from the director of the television station: "The new script has been sent to you, please confirm"

This morning, I sent an email to Teacher Peng and also applied to the Academic Affairs Office for a class suspension. Xia Huixi smiled slightly, seemingly a bit expectant, "Just thinking about the chance to take a break makes me feel very happy"

Throughout history, people have often prioritized and compensated for the physical body. It is only recently that attention has begun to be paid to psychological assistance and intervention. Xia Huixi has consistently maintained that the physiological and psychological aspects are two parallel systems, and any deficiency cannot be one-sided. In other words, for those villagers who are already ill or temporarily healthy, there is indeed a need for psychological counseling and support

Ke shook his head, his eyes reddening: "My family is fine. We moved to the county town several years ago. It is many of my childhood playmates who have fallen ill."

At around 10 o'clock, Xia Huixi went downstairs and saw Su Ruhao waiting for her downstairs, very punctual. He was tall and wore a striped pure cotton T-shirt that looked very fresh and attractive, giving the impression of a handsome young man.

The car wound its way out of the city, and she surveyed the courtyard with its black tiles and white walls. The crimson gate swung open, revealing a babbling stream that meandered through. A pitch-black Eight Immortals table was set in the courtyard, and a person seated at the table held a cup of tea, leisurely waiting for her to approach

She quickly went to find Professor Peng for a brief discussion. The old man nodded to her and said, "Let's have lunch together today, and we can discuss this matter further then. The academy will definitely support such matters."

She had just finished speaking when someone immediately said, "Oh, this is a good thing, a charitable event"

How has Miss Xia considered the matter from last time

As they were speaking, a group of students arrived in full force, bringing along a grill and a blower. Upon seeing them, everyone greeted each other, calling out in a chaotic manner, some addressing them as teachers, while others referred to them as senior brothers and sisters; in short, they were lively beyond belief. In the end, all the boys present were assigned to carry loads and, laughing and joking, they headed up the mountain.

Xia Huixi began to distribute the answer sheets and looked around the classroom: "Alright, everyone, please do not speak."

As if deliberately contradicting her, a girl sitting in the corner hurriedly stood up with her phone in hand, walking while answering the call: "Hello..."

She said she couldn't continue, turning her head away with a hint of stubbornness. After a moment of calm, she continued, "Just now, a friend of mine called me. She only completed junior high school and got married early. Now, she and her husband are both in the hospital. That kind of illness is very painful. Before I left, I told her to call me if she felt uncomfortable."

Xia Huixi omitted the details that caused her endless frustration and simply said, "No."

Xia Huixi also carried a bag of exam papers, took a few steps, and suddenly turned back to say: "Yu Ke, I have wanted to talk to you for a long time."

Xia Huixi frowned and sighed, "If I want to go, I still need to apply for a two-week leave of absence. Applying for a leave of absence is actually quite troublesome"

He leaned back in the chair with great interest and said in a lazy tone, "Is that so? Then, there is no need for us to discuss what comes next"

When Xia Huixi feels lost, she often opens her eyes wide without realizing it, her gaze sparkling like crystal. It makes one forget that she is the composed and self-restrained female scholar, and instead, she resembles a child, exuding innocence and tranquility in every aspect.

The driver held an umbrella and escorted Xia Huixi over. She expressed her gratitude, then sat down, her eyes distinctly black and white, smiling: "Mr. Pei is truly in high spirits"

She recognized that it was the head of the academic affairs office, so she swallowed her words from earlier, greeted the several teachers, and lowered her voice to explain: "The exam papers have not been distributed yet. This student had an urgent matter at home just now, and I allowed her to take a phone call."

And can her expertise, the things she has learned, contribute more to this not-so-beautiful world?

In fact, it only appears to have a red mark, and it is not very serious. At this moment, Xia Huixi has already adapted to the burning pain on her lips, and she still remembers calmly taking a sip of water, using her gaze to disperse the whispers of the girls not far away.

Su Ruhao couldn't help but stop and smile, then reached out his hand to her: "Shall I carry you?"

There are ten minutes left until the exam. Since it is an open-book test, everyone is relaxed and chatting with their classmates around them. Yu Ke finished her phone call in the hallway and entered as the bell rang. Xia Huixi specifically reminded her, "Remember to turn off your phone"

He was very persistent, without saying a word, he took her hand and headed towards the school hospital

The dinner gathering was with several senior executives from CRIX. Upon seeing Xia Huixi, several of them immediately recognized her, saying, "Isn't this Dr. Xia?" Another person added, "Yes, indeed! She is even more beautiful in person than on television!"

As I said to Su Ruhao: "We can organize a team at any time to conduct psychological interventions in Cuixiang. However, psychological interventions require repeated reinforcement of their effects. Should volunteers always pay out of their own pockets to travel to those places? Furthermore, if similar incidents occur in the future, what can we rely on to ensure that someone remembers to do this each time?"

Like many places in China, this remote and impoverished yet picturesque small mountain village has seen most of its strong men and women leave their homes to work in the big cities for a living. The village is left with only the elderly and children, who support each other, living a peaceful life filled with hope

His narrow and beautiful eyes glimmered slightly, seemingly filled with anticipation yet exuding a sense of composure, as he calmly emphasized, "It is the same matter."

She lifted the tall wine glass, took a delicate sip, and suppressed the excitement in her heart, saying, "Not bad."

She did not expect that there would be a response to this matter so soon. Although the manner in which it was addressed surprised her somewhat

People and enthusiasm have always been in abundance in this campus

She has gone home for an extended holiday. A few days ago, she called the office and mentioned that there were some matters at home, and she requested a few more days off

The woman in the lens indeed wore a serious expression, her lips pressed together, and her gaze was icy. Xia Huixi silently muttered to herself, "Could you please not let the cameraman keep cutting to my shot?" However, she did not dare to voice it and ultimately smiled warmly, saying, "Alright, I will be mindful."

After several rounds, a girl laughed loudly and said, "Teacher Xia, he has a crush on you, really, the whole class knows."

At this moment, Su Ruhao called: "Have you finished the exam? Let's have dinner together."

Xia Huixi walked with great focus, feeling a sense of relief in her heart. Su Ruhao seemed to have forgotten the words he said to her yesterday and the messages he sent; those ambiguous feelings were like unnecessary files on a computer, completely deleted in an instant. This was good; when she invited him to barbecue together, she had felt a bit anxious, fearing that he might think she was implying something. However... since he had forgotten, what pressure did she have left?

Xia Huixi put down the celadon tea cup in her hand and gently smiled, "I thought Mr. Pei was looking for me to discuss matters of charity"

Perhaps the commotion was a bit too loud, and when the waiter hurried over with an apologetic expression to say that it was unavailable, Su Ruhao from next door also came out. He was only wearing a thin garment, frowned as he glanced at Xia Huixi, and gently asked, "Are you very cold?"

In fact, it is drizzling in the autumn. In the courtyard, there is a yellow thick canvas umbrella that barely covers this area.

She came to her senses, feeling somewhat embarrassed, and pulled her hand away from his, intentionally smiling and saying, "It's nothing, it's nothing"

He slightly curved the corner of his mouth, as if he wanted to smile, but quickly turned his face and beckoned Ke to walk together. Xia Huixi took a few steps out and couldn't help but look back. His figure was tall and slender, with sunlight falling on him, creating a clarity that was captivating.

As soon as they joined, the division within the camp became increasingly apparent. The girls all loved to gather around Su Ruhao. What was unexpected was that his barbecue skills were quite impressive. The final products, such as chicken wings and sausages, emitted a rich meaty aroma, glistening with oil and showing no signs of being burnt. Su Ruhao also made sure to inform the surrounding girls, "I used to be a camping expert." In no time, everyone was vying for his attention, and he was immensely popular.

Dishes were served one after another, but it seemed that neither of the two had much of an appetite

It is the silhouette of a female student, tall and slender, carrying a large bag, walking briskly

A very abrupt ringtone suddenly rang out in the classroom. She cast an annoyed glance and said, "Whose phone is still on? Hurry up and turn it off before the invigilating teacher arrives, or it will be considered cheating..."

As I was about to leave, Pei Yueze's voice slowly followed me with the wind: "I won't mind if you regret it. You can come find me anytime."

Fortunately, he changed the subject: "I have already replied to Professor Peng regarding the academic conference in Saint Petersburg, and I will attend."

Su Ruhao's unexpected cleverness: "Is it Yu Ke? Then let's go together, I will treat you to a meal"

Xia Huixi shook her head in refusal: "I am with the students."

Opening the USB drive, Xia Huixi found the software and copied a large amount of data onto it. Since processing the data would take some time and she felt a bit bored, she went to open the door. There were still students on duty in the next room. Upon seeing her, they came in to greet her and asked, "Teacher Xia, are you free tomorrow? Our class is organizing an event, a barbecue on the mountain top."

Xia Huixi smiled gently and said, "Mr. Pei, if you are still concerned about the matter from last time, then there is no need. I reiterate, I am sorry."

As soon as she got off the car, she took out her phone and was momentarily stunned

After a simple treatment at the hospital and receiving some medication, Su Ruhao accompanied her home. Just as they were approaching the school gate, Xia Huixi suddenly stopped in her tracks and glanced back.

"Oh, quite nice," Liu Fei said, nodding modestly, then turned her gaze to examine her, "I didn't expect it; you are actually quite talkative. In the program, however, you were rather reticent."

The waiter is pouring drinks while skillfully adding beef slices into the boiling pot. Steam rises, and Yu Ke glances at Xia Huixi and then at Su Ruhao, her cheeks slightly flushed, with a hint of brightness in her gaze.

If the doctor resonates with the experiences of the patient and they share with each other, then they rise and fall together; this is what is known as "sympathy." There are countless classic cases where sympathy has led to a terrifying state in the doctor-patient relationship. Some doctors are unwilling to let go of their patients, some patients become addicted to their doctors, and in some cases, both parties become deranged together

As she walked towards the studio, Liu Fei slightly narrowed her almond-shaped eyes, her tone seemingly implying: "Xiao Xia, I just saw you chatting happily with President Lin from Baida, didn't I?"

She waved her hand and said, "No need, I have burn ointment at home, I can apply it myself."

Yu Ke looked somewhat awkwardly at the unfamiliar young man, shaking his head repeatedly: "I can go back by myself."

Raindrops fell on the glass, a dense array of dots and drips, as if someone delicately painted with transparent pigments. They were applied and wiped away, then reapplied, creating unique and intricate patterns that were never the same.

Su Ruhao was momentarily taken aback, feeling that the hand he held was soft yet cool to the touch. He simply smiled brightly, generously grasping her hand in return, and gave it a gentle squeeze: "Your hand is so cold, you should go to sleep soon; I am not cold."

The car drove on. Su Ruhao occasionally glanced at the sight of Xia Huixi sleeping peacefully, feeling an incredible sense of tranquility in his heart. Her breathing was gentle, like a beautiful melody, gradually cleansing his memories. For a moment, he felt an impulse to reach out and touch her cheek, wanting to think of nothing else, just to continue like this, driving towards an unknown future

Going to eat at the very popular Haidilao hotpot in the city, the atmosphere in the car was strangely quiet. When it was time to get out of the car, Xia Huixi pulled Yu Ke to walk behind and said softly, yet firmly: "I have thought it over, regarding this matter, we can do more."

Xia Huixi found it difficult to express herself, gazing complexly at that exceptionally handsome face, and finally, she stiffly shook her head: "I am sorry"

She is indeed consciously trying to build closer relationships with the business elites present. Professor Peng's connections are excellent, but unfortunately, Pei Yueze's call made her feel very uncomfortable. She does not wish to feel this sense of coercion; if possible, she might consider exploring other avenues.

Su Ruhao's gaze seemed somewhat tense, but she soon felt that she might be overthinking it. In fact, it was just an academic conference; whether she attended or not was merely related to her studies and work.

The thickness of the quilt was sufficient, and it gradually became warmer. Xia Huixi turned over and finally began to feel a bit drowsy.

Pei Yueze's voice sounded quite pleasant: "I will send a car to pick you up"

Only then did I realize the benefits of having a comrade. Su Ruhao is more meticulous than I am, handling matters with great care. From liaising with the government and hospitals over there to organizing volunteers here, every step is executed with efficiency and thoroughness. Sometimes, when Xia Huixi hears him making phone calls in an orderly manner in the office, she secretly resolves that even if funding cannot be secured, she will persist time and again, believing that there will eventually be a breakthrough.

Furthermore, I would like to remind you that there are many ways to cause a project to fail in this world, and you may feel free to try them all

Su Ruhao stood there, holding Yu Ke's luggage in his hand, and said to Xia Huixi: "You should go back and rest first. I will take her back. It's difficult for a girl to carry this."

His gaze suddenly brightened, as if an undeniable radiance was refracted from within. After a moment, Su Ruhao stood up and said, "Let's go, I can smell the fragrance."

But in the end, I still held it in

Xia Huixi felt a slight tension in her body, her toes pressing against the soft black lambskin flats, and she was somewhat impatient: "I just want to ask one question, why do you insist that I agree to this condition? I am not the best psychologist, and my experience is not extensive. If it is because you saw it on television, then let me tell you..."

Finally, Ke murmured: "I am very fortunate to be studying psychology... at least I can help guide others. This may be their last time in this life."

Xia Huixi originally wanted to ask what the illusion was, but upon reflection, isn't it just insignificance? Only at the summit of a high mountain, where the entire world is laid bare, does one realize that perhaps one is even more trivial than a speck of dust

A sense of mild aversion rises from the depths of my heart. Sitting in the studio with a substantial income, shining brightly, and performing the so-called "joys and sorrows" alongside advertisers—does this truly count as success

Once an idea takes root, it is as if a seed has been planted. Quietly, it continues to grow. In fact, since I am studying and working in the psychology department at Nanjing University, such thoughts have a solid foundation. Just like after a major earthquake, the department organized psychological assistance to the disaster area.

Xia Huixi had another conversation with Yu Ke after the midterm exams had concluded

Xia Huixi waved her hand and said, "No need, it's not heavy."

As she was lost in thought, the computer popped up a news article. She casually clicked to view it, and the image showed a group of children joyfully running towards the central leaders—these were the first batch of children who had returned after receiving psychological intervention abroad following the earthquake. The government's meticulous concern for the children in the disaster-stricken areas is undoubtedly a good thing. However, there are still so many overlooked individuals; they are not all victims of natural disasters. How many people are concerned about their psychological issues?

When she finally climbed to the top of the mountain, Xia Huixi suddenly found herself at a loss. Those capable and hardworking children seemed to exist solely to serve her food; no matter what she intended to do, there was always someone eager to interject, saying: "Teacher, let me do it, let me do it."

Upon returning home, Xia Huixi opened her computer and discovered that such incidents are indeed numerous in this land of China. The rapid economic development always brings about various drawbacks and leaves behind a multitude of issues. This seems to be unavoidable

"Have you encountered some trouble? You seem distracted in my class, and today you even had to step out to take a phone call during the exam. Do you realize what the consequences would be if you were caught cheating?" Xia Huixi gently placed her hand on her shoulder and said softly, "Have you forgotten everything I told you last time?"

But he said lightly, "Only by standing at a high place can one trample the entire world beneath their feet." He paused again, "The hero complex."

Yu Ke stood in the corridor, waiting for her to come out, and then followed her footsteps without saying a word

Xia Huixi suddenly hit her head, how did she not think of this before

However, no matter what one does, mere enthusiasm is never sufficient. What they lack the most is funding

Xia Huixi closed the door, and just a moment ago, her face was pale with a hint of green, but suddenly it burned like fire. It is said that human sensations can only last for a very short time, yet why, after lying down for so long, does the feeling of that handshake remain vividly alive until now

They walked through the teaching building and finally arrived at the entrance, having already been over twenty minutes late. At a glance, they spotted the car, where Su Ruhao was leaning against the car door, looking quite relaxed, smiling as he waited for them to approach

Xia Huixi arrived at the subway exit and took a breath of the cool air, as if extinguishing the blazing flames in her heart

She couldn't help but interject, "I know that place, it's very beautiful"

In psychology, the relationship between the consultant and the client is quite delicate. Generally speaking, once one becomes a psychological advisor to a particular client, an unbreakable bond is established between the two parties

Indeed, that attentive boy blushed and stepped back, causing the entire class to burst into laughter

She beckoned to him: "Let's go, we can enjoy some food and drinks. Well, actually, I am also offering flowers to Buddha."

It was only then that she remembered they had already agreed to visit Cui Xiang in person that afternoon

As she was talking, she became somewhat careless while eating, and the long metal skewer lightly touched her lips. It had just been taken from the rack and was as hot as a branding iron, causing Xia Huixi to gasp in pain and hurriedly place the food on the ground, covering her mouth and unable to speak.

She smiled weakly, noticing the striking female host casting a fleeting glance in this direction, sharp as a small knife. It reminded her of the recent program breaks, where Liu Fei's attitude had become increasingly unfriendly. This emotion, even without studying psychology, she knew was called jealousy. Xia Huixi suddenly felt a throbbing pain at her temples and was somewhat confused, as she had never understood what exactly she was jealous of.

Xia Huixi covered herself with two thin blankets and a woolen blanket, yet she still felt unbearably cold. Finally, unable to endure it any longer, she tiptoed out to call the waiter to bring her another blanket

What a clever play on words

Xia Huixi recognized that it was Li Haifeng, who seemed to have been in charge of the publicity and public relations for CRIX. A fleeting glimmer appeared in his eyes, as if he had discovered limitless business opportunities. He finally said: "Miss Xia, this matter is very significant. If you don't mind, we can make it further discussed."

They first located the relevant person in charge at the county committee. Since they had been in contact previously, the other party was quite enthusiastic and arranged for them to stay at the guesthouse. Tomorrow, they will visit the hospital and Cuixiang for an on-site inspection.

Xia Huixi finally lay in bed, yet could not come up with an answer

Xia Huixi returned to the dormitory for a brief visit. Since it was a short trip, she hardly had any luggage and hurriedly grabbed a small bag before heading out. She then got into the car and said, "Let's go"

And her intuition told her that Pei Yueze exuded a dangerous aura from head to toe, as far as she was concerned

The director smiled and said, "You are quite popular lately. I see that you are about to have a fan club."

At that moment, Su Ruhao looked at himself, his attractive eyebrows slightly furrowed, which further accentuated his pair of eyes that resembled pearls and jade. He seemed to hesitate, pondering for a long time, and finally suggested: "Go ask Professor Peng if he has any good channels to establish a fixed organization or charity event."

This mountain is located right at the back gate of Nanjing University; in fact, it is just a small hill in the south. Because there is a flat area at the top of the mountain, it is renowned as a sacred place for barbecuing

She casually said "we", completely unaware of it herself

The originally clear stream has been transformed into a white, viscous liquid, and large areas of trees on the mountain have withered. The villagers have been consecutively afflicted with malignant tumors

Su Ruhao noticed this place earlier than anyone else, and quickly walked over to crouch in front of her, gently lifting her chin with care: "Let me take a look"

The guesthouse is quite rudimentary, lacking even air conditioning, and on this particular night, the cold wind and rain cause the temperature to plummet.