The second world: The academic overlord and his little plasticine doll. (15)

When he was building the card tower, Chu Shici flew to his ear, “Why did you give me away just now?”

Mingzhe blocked him sideways: “If I show too much concern, I will expose my weaknesses.”

Chu Shici was taken aback, “Do you think there is something wrong with Dr. Chen?”

Mingzhe tilted his head slightly: “Why is he so obsessed with making physical contact with me?”

“Desensitisation method?”

This word touches the blind area of Mingzhe knowledge.

He searched online for a while and found the ‘systematic desensitisation method’.

It is probably to construct relevant scenarios, and through trial and error, step by step, let people get rid of fear and anxiety little by little.

Mingzhe resisted physical contact, so Dr. Chen kept in contact with him.

It’s okay to look at it this way.

Mingzhe frowned and pondered: “I misunderstood.”

Chu Shici was still thinking about the scene just now.

When Dr. Chen looked at Mingzhe, his eyes were always gentle, only showing a little disappointment just now.

He felt that he was divided into several parts now.

One part feels that it is too early, and Dr. Chen is so enthusiastic, which is strange no matter how you look at it.

One part thinks that Dr. Chen may be the legendary saint, who does not seek fame and fortune, but purely for the sake of fulfilment.

Chu Shici became more and more confused as he thought about it, he shook his head irritably: “Xiao Zhe, you don’t trust him very much?”

Mingzhe said nothing.

He played with the cards, and the tower grew higher and higher.

Chu Shici poked his ear, “Xiao Zhe?”

The slender white fingers trembled, the card tower collapsed instantly, and the playing cards were scattered on the glass table.

Mingzhe turned to look at Chu Shici: “We’ve only met twice, so I won’t trust him completely.”

He held Chu Shici in his hand, put it to his lips and said softly: “It’s not about Dr. Chen, and I don’t see anything wrong with him, but I’m a suspicious person. Ge, apart from you, I don’t know anything in this world and will never trust anyone else with all my heart.”

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On the way home, Chu Shici hadn’t come out of his excitement yet.

There are so many people in the world, Mingzhe only trusts him.

He is so proud.

Dr. Chen drove them back. Xian Ningning’s house was close to the school, so she got out of the car on the way.

For the rest of the 30-minute drive, only Dr. Chen and Mingzhe were in the car.

While waiting for the traffic light, Dr. Chen looked at Mingzhe from the rearview mirror: “You didn’t sing much at the KTV just now.”

This sentence was too subtle, Mingzhe didn’t sing a song the whole time.

He played with the plasticine figurine and said casually, “I don’t like it.”

A man’s sigh came from the carriage, “You really look like him.”

If someone else was talking to Dr. Chen, most likely he would say, ‘Who is he? ‘

But Mingzhe is not an ordinary person, he didn’t pick up on it, and still played with dolls with his head down.

Dr. Chen is used to Mingzhe’s temper.

The two of them were silent all the way, and the vehicle slowly drove downstairs to the community.

When Mingzhe was about to go upstairs, Dr. Chen got out of the car and reached out to him again, “Since you are not used to hugging, how about we shake hands?”

Mingzhe did not refuse.

The moment the two shook hands, Dr. Chen violently pulled Mingzhe into his arms without prompt.

His body tensed up immediately, and he quickly pushed Dr. Chen away.

When Mingzhe looked over vigilantly, he only saw Dr. Chen’s disappointed eyes.

The man always had a gentle voice, with a little guilt, “You are very scared, Mingzhe. It’s okay, the person who hurt you has left, you can contact people with confidence. At the time I failed to help that child, now I hope I can pull you out of the shadow. Although I am a psychiatrist, after so many years, I still can’t get out of the shadow of that year.”

“He committed suicide in front of me when he was only fourteen years old. Sometimes when I see you, it’s like seeing him. You may be wondering why I insist on giving you free treatment.”

He paused, then reached out his hand to Mingzhe again: “I want to make up for the regrets of the year. If my treatment makes you feel uncomfortable, then we can keep a distance in the future. You should put your feelings first, so you don’t have to be nervous.”

Mingzhe didn’t move, standing a few metres away, looking down at his hands.

The two were silent for a long time, and Dr. Chen was the first to change the subject.

He glanced at his watch: “It’s getting late, and the treatment can’t be rushed. Xiao Zhe, shall we see you tomorrow?”

“Great, see you tomorrow.”

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When the two chatted just now, the atmosphere was particularly weird.

Chu Shici didn’t dare to move.

That night Mingzhe lay on his side on the bed, “Ge, who is the ‘he’ Dr. Chen is talking about.”

Chu Shici roughly recounted what Kitty said.

From this point of view, Dr. Chen’s every move made sense.

He helps Mingzhe for free, not because he is kind by nature and does good deeds without expecting anything in return.

Dr. Chen has a regret that he will never forget, and Mingzhe happens to be in a similar situation to that boy.

Compared with unreasonable kindness, such purposefulness makes people more reassuring.

Early the next morning, Mingzhe received a text message from Dr. Chen.

[Wait for me downstairs at ten o’clock, I will drive over to pick you up.]

After replying, Mingzhe called Xiao He.

There was no contact for a while, and Xiao He’s voice became much more mature.

The microphone was the boy’s energetic voice, “Hey! Mingzhe, why did you remember to call me! Long time no see, do you miss me?!”

“How are you doing now, do you still have any suicidal thoughts?”

“No, Dr. Chen cured me a long time ago. The doctor you introduced is really awesome. I haven’t thanked you enough yet. I will go to City Z to visit after a while, during that time, let’s go out for dinner!”

Mingzhe contacted other people in the group.

The group of children who were clamoring to commit suicide, like Xiao He, have basically come out of the shadows and can live normally.

After Mingzhe finished talking with the last group friend, Chu Shici heard the system prompt.

[Hidden mission: The hero’s wish: All members survived (17/17), completed.]

The system that is making medicine immediately throws away the medicine bottle, [Ah, it’s a bonus! My Favourite Bonus!]

Chu Shici repeatedly doubted Dr. Chen, and finally found that he was thinking too much every time.

Although the vitality value rose another two points yesterday, Chu Shici’s vitality value is only 52, which is lower than Mingzhe.

He knew that he had a psychological problem, and he couldn’t make an accurate judgement.

Chu Shici chose to lie flat, believing that there is true love in the world.

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The next morning, Dr. Chen not only came by himself, but also brought two people with him.

It’s his friend who works in the Second Hospital of Z City, and his friend’s junior.

Xian Ningning was also in the business car. When she saw Mingzhe coming, she greeted with a smile: “Morning school grass, Uncle Chen is going to take us to the newly opened Happy City. Come quickly, I can’t wait!”

Originally, when he saw two strangers in the car, Mingzhe didn’t intend to get in the car.

But when he found that Xian Ningning was also behind him, he sighed and sat in the back row.

In fact, Chu Shici admired Xian Ningning.

There were three men sitting in the car, and she, a female high school student, dared to get in the car alone.

It is estimated that in her perception, she has become friends with Dr. Chen. There is also a high initial favorability for the profession of doctors.

The female lead is pure in heart, in her eyes, everything is so beautiful and warm. It can be seen that she has been well protected by her family since she was a child.

Along the way, Xian Ningning chatted with three doctors, and laughter sounded from time to time in the car, looking warm and harmonious.

Mingzhe looked at them quietly, as if there was an invisible wall separating him from them.

Even though he was sitting in the same car, he seemed to be living in another world.

Dr. Chen, who was sitting next to Xian Ningning, was the first to notice the abnormality.

He leaned forward and took the initiative to talk to Mingzhe: “Xiao Zhe, do you have any favourite TV series?”

Mingzhe shook his head: “I don’t watch TV.”

“What do you think of this song?”

“It’s nice.”

“Later I will get out of the car to buy something to bring in. The things in Happy City are ridiculously expensive. What do you want to eat, I’ll buy it for you?”

“No need, thanks.”

The chat ended just like that, Xian Ningning was caught in the middle, and she secretly slapped Mingzhe’s waist.

Dr. Liu, who had been sitting in the co-pilot, turned his head and joked, “Old Chen, you really take care of this little friend. He is the patient you mentioned before? He speaks with a personality.”

Dr. Liu is in his twenties and has just started working. He is the younger brother of Dr. Chen’s friend. He is very talkative. He has been chatting with Xian Ningning since he got in the car.

Dr. Chen smiled: “Xiao Zhe was like this when he was in junior high school.”

“Then he’s really dull.”

The doctor who was driving quietly at the side also followed suit: “Old Chen, your medical skills have regressed. I heard that you have been treating him for a long time, but you have not seen any effect.”

“It does work, so don’t talk nonsense. He just doesn’t like to talk, and it’s not a big problem.”

As Dr. Chen spoke, he turned to look at Xian Ningning: “Ningning, what does your school call Mingzhe?”

Xian Ningning was dumbfounded by what they said.

She froze for a few seconds before replying, “It’s Flower on the high mountains, very similar to a character in a novel, so cool.”

Under Xiao Liu’s leadership, the topic once again shifted from Mingzhe to common characters in novels.

Several doctors analysed the causes of different character settings from a professional perspective.

There are domineering male protagonists, rigid male protagonists, and the popular little milk dog, little wolf dog.

Finally, it turns to the cause of the icy personality again.

They spoke very professionally and very funny, and Xian Ningning gradually became fascinated by listening to them.

Mingzhe sat quietly at the side, pursing his lips tightly.

The atmosphere in the car was very harmonious, and everyone chatted happily.

Only Mingzhe was restless.

Chu Shici sneaked out of his pocket, hugged his fingers and rubbed them.

Mingzhe lowered his head, and his breathing rate accelerated without a trace.

After getting off the bus, Dr. Chen and Xiao Liu went to a nearby window to buy tickets.

Friends still have things to do, they drive away directly, and arrange to pick them up later in the evening.

Happy City was built on the outskirts of the city, and it was officially opened at the beginning of this year.

Today is the weekend and there are many tourists. Before entering the door, they could vaguely hear screams coming from inside.

Mingzhe looked up at the towering roller coaster in the distance.

Xian Ningning stood next to him, “I really like to ride roller coasters. It is said on the Internet that the roller coaster here is the highest in City Z. I must have a good time.”

As usual, Mingzhe didn’t respond to her words.

Xian Ningning endured and endured, but couldn’t hold back: “Mingzhe, are you sick?”

Chu Shici sat on Mingzhe’s shoulder, looking at him from the corner of his eye.

Mingzhe withdrew his gaze, but his voice was still cold, “No.”

“You don’t like to talk all the time, are you uncomfortable?”

“I’m not sick.”

“But the doctor said you…”

Before Xian Ningning finished speaking, Mingzhe gritted his teeth and said softly: “You don’t have to worry, I’m in good condition, let’s continue talking about the roller coaster.”

Sensing that Mingzhe was in a bad mood, Xian Ningning didn’t say anything more.

She looked down at the map and peeked at Mingzhe from time to time.

Xian Ningning can’t hide his thoughts, the worry and sympathy in his big eyes can almost overflow.

In the car just now, the three doctors talked to each other and analysed in detail the causes of his ice cold personality.

These people lacked care in childhood, grew up in loneliness and pain, and learned to protect themselves with indifference.

It may be that the parents are divorced, or that they have encountered domestic violence or school bullying, which has caused trauma to the soul.

Xian Ningning was held in the hands of her parents since she was a child, and she couldn’t imagine what domestic violence was like.

While waiting for Dr. Chen and Xiao Liu, she kept thinking about how to comfort her deskmate.

Mingzhe clenched his fists tighter and tighter, turned his head and said coldly to her: “I don’t like to reveal my scars to others. You don’t have to pity me. I’m doing well now.”

At the same time, Chu Shici heard the system prompt.

[The vitality value is reduced by 2, and the current vitality value is 76 points.]

Chu Shici’s heart ached.

He prayed every day, hoping to increase his vitality by two points, but instead of increasing, it decreased.

Xian Ningning didn’t get angry with him because of his cold attitude.

She covered her eyes and drew a cross on her mouth.

“I’m sorry, school grass! It’s me who made such a big fuss, life is so fucked up, every family has its own troubles. Don’t be angry, I’ll treat you to ice cream later!”

She smiled and leaned forward, holding Mingzhe’s arm: “Do you like to eat small puddings, or big popsicles? Let’s go, let’s go, they won’t come back for a while, let’s go and take a look.”

Mingzhe was dragged forward by her, he looked down at the place where the two touched, a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes.

Xian Ningning’s attention can easily be diverted by the outside world.

As soon as she finished buying ice cream, she strolled to the side of the road to look at toys.

Chu Shici flew to Mingzhe’s ear, “She held your arm, but you didn’t respond. Could it be that you are not afraid of physical contact with people at all, but you are just not used to contact with unfamiliar people?”

Mingzhe said nothing.

Not far away, there are a few people with makeup, taking photos with tourists.

Mingzhe walked over quickly, paid five yuan, and let the peddler with clown makeup take a photo with him.

The hawker is a middle-aged man with a slightly fat body and a naive smile.

After hearing Mingzhe’s request, he hugged Mingzhe’s back and made a gesture of scissors to the camera.

Then he took another picture, he hugged Mingzhe from behind, and put a plastic toy knife against Mingzhe’s throat with his other hand.

This is a very classic plot in a horror movie with the theme of clowns in the early years.

Towards the end of the movie, the protagonist and his party successfully kill the villain. The protagonist relaxes, thinking that the person standing behind him is a friend, he does not resist when being hugged, and is finally killed by the resurrected clown.

Seeing Mingzhe posing, several tourists stepped forward to take pictures.

Mingzhe stood aside, flipping through the two photos in his hand repeatedly.

When taking pictures with strange people, his body is very natural.

On the way, he took the initiative to pull a tall male tourist and sculpt with him. The tourist and the clown held Mingzhe’s shoulders at the same time, and he was caught in the middle, still unresponsive.

Chu Shici murmured softly: “It’s not that you can’t have physical contact with people, you are resisting contact with Dr. Chen. But why is this, you…”

Halfway through his speech, he suddenly remembered something.

That was more than two years ago.

The criminal gang has not been caught yet, and he and Mingzhe investigate the matter privately.

He sneaked into the group of criminal gangs, and the group was full of explicit chats.

At that time, Mingzhe was too young to understand what was wrong with group chats. But he resisted instinctively, and felt sick after watching too much.

There was a chill behind Chu Shici’s back.

He flew in front of Mingzhe: “Dr. Chen must have something wrong, stay away from him.”

Mingzhe was still staring at some photos.

Chu Shici was a little anxious, “Your intuition has always been accurate. There is something wrong with Dr. Chen. You don’t even resist strangers. Why do you resist him? Think about it carefully, is there anything abnormal about him when you chatted in the past? What did he do that made you suspicious?”

After thinking for a long time, Mingzhe shook his head: “No, everything is normal.”

“Impossible, your reaction is abnormal. There should be some details that have been missed, and you will not resist him for no reason.”

There was a trace of bewilderment on Mingzhe’s face.

Xian Ningning’s voice was heard not far away, Dr. Chen had already returned, and told Mingzhe to go over quickly.

People come and go in front of the Happy City Gate, and the flow of people blocks each other’s sight.

Mingzhe tore up all the photos and threw them into several trash cans.

After getting the tickets, the gate of Happy City officially opened to them.

Xian Ningning was like a little sparrow, chirping with Mingzhe while running and jumping excitedly.

She always remembered that the doctors said that Mingzhe was afraid of contact with people.

In order to help her deskmate, she held Mingzhe’s arm the whole time, trying to make him get used to it gradually.

Mingzhe was dragged forward by Xianningning, and the two stopped in front of the roller coaster.

Dr. Chen and Xiao Liu chatted while standing behind them on the right.

Mingzhe turned his head while holding his little Superman.

Dr. Chen just looked up, and the two looked at each other.

The roller coaster swooped down from the highest point, and the scream reached its peak in an instant.

Doctor Chen nodded and smiled warmly at him.

Mingzhe looked away.

For a moment, he saw the Joker in the shadow of the Angel.

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T/N: That’s… ominous…