Qin Mom took a closer look, and the scene hadn't changed; it was indeed Bai Ningning holding Qin Yue in her arms, humming a lullaby to help her sleep. From time to time, she would get a sudden urge and press Qin Yue's head down onto her pillow.
Qin Mom watched, gritting her teeth in anger. That little succubus was taking advantage of her daughter while she was asleep, bullying her like this. What was even more frustrating was that her daughter wasn't putting up a fight; when someone pressed her head down onto the pillow, she would nuzzle against it and wear a blissful expression.
Sigh!
Qin Mom let out a heavy sigh, closed the door quietly, and stepped out into the living room, where she saw her invited guest. "Xiao Chen, have you been waiting long? I'm sorry."
Dr. Chen stood up and said, "No, I just arrived not long ago. It's been a while, Aunt Qin."
Earlier, Su Le and Lin Yi had rushed over in anger to complain, saying that the little succubus was too much, and after a heated argument during lunch, they had even brought a psychologist over, which felt like a direct insult.
Qin Mom had offered some words of comfort, but upon realizing that Dr. Chen was her daughter's attending physician, she quickly made an appointment to understand the situation better.
Dr. Chen was about to leave, but Qin Mom insisted on keeping him there.
"Xiao Chen, you and our Yueyue have been friends for many years. We feel at ease knowing you're looking out for her," Qin Mom said. "Previously, to avoid triggering her, we didn't ask much. Now that her condition has improved, I'd like to know more."
"Aunt Qin, please don't worry," Dr. Chen put down his cup. "The situation has improved a lot now."
"I'm actually a bit curious," Qin Mom asked, "How did it get better?"
Dr. Chen paused for a moment, then smiled wryly. "I had the same doubts as you before; the situation developed completely differently from what I expected."
Originally, as Dr. Chen had diagnosed at the beginning, Qin Yue's actions should have led to a worsening of her condition. She would either become dark and obsessive or do something else irrational.
But all of this had a premise: Bai Ningning had to behave like she did before.
Who was Bai Ningning? Based on her previous actions, she would deceive for food, drink, and affection, and once discovered, she would break up without mercy, showing no compassion towards Qin Yue.
Such a girl, even if Qin Yue managed to win her over through some means, would definitely cause friction in their daily life, often leading to conflicts.
Even if thrown onto the bed, she would surely act like a corpse, not moving or speaking, doing whatever would provoke anger.
In fact, later on, Qin Yue also mentioned that Bai Ningning was indeed very infuriating in bed, to the point that it raised her blood pressure. So, under normal expectations, the conflicts should have intensified, worsening Qin Yue's condition.
Yet, the reality was quite the opposite.
"I don't know what happened, but from the feedback I've received, her condition has been improving," Dr. Chen said. "This can only mean that Miss Bai has reacted in a completely different way in daily life than I had anticipated, which led to this outcome."
In assessing the condition, the most important factor is the environment. Qin Yue's living environment is Bai Ningning, and to speculate on Bai Ningning's behavior, one naturally has to rely on what was heard before.
But that doesn't make sense. Where is the cold, unfeeling ice princess we were promised? How did she turn into a big, soft pillow succubus?
"You mean," Qin Mom asked, "Bai Ningning's personality has changed?"
"It's also possible that our previous understanding was not accurate; we only heard one side of the story," Dr. Chen said. "In any case, ever since Qin Yue brought her home, it's as if they've started a new romance, and suddenly everything has improved."
Qin Mom couldn't help but say, "I also find it strange. How did they suddenly get along again?"
That previous breakup had left her daughter in such a state that it seemed she was on the verge of depression. Later, through improper means, they forcibly brought her back home, so there must have been some resentment.
But lo and behold, the two inexplicably reconciled, as if there were no hard feelings at all. Especially Bai Ningning, weren't you supposed to be the heartless ice princess? You had no feelings, not even for money.
How did you turn into a sweet, affectionate girl as soon as you arrived at the Water Yue Courtyard?
Dr. Chen hesitated for a moment and slowly uttered, "Perhaps it's love that grows over time."
Qin Mom was stunned for a moment, looking around; there was no one else around except for the two of them.
"Xiao Chen, may I ask if this love that grows over time," she lowered her voice, "Is the pure kind?"
"Not pure," Dr. Chen did not shy away, letting out a sigh. "Auntie, in a couple's life, sleeping together is also a very important part. The warmth of life, the most passionate and tender feelings, are mostly concentrated in that. So, they've actually been in a relationship all along."
Qin Mom suddenly recalled the scene she had just seen: her daughter lying in Bai Ningning's arms, her head resting on the big pillow, sleeping soundly.
It is said that companionship is the longest confession of love. In a day of twenty-four hours, the minimum sleep time is eight hours, which is one-third. Sleeping together for a night is equivalent to spending at least one-third of a day together.
If they had fought...
That basically means spending two days together—because Qin Yue can't get up.
"Alright," Qin's mom sighed, "Ah, today's young people."
She thought for a moment and then said, "Feelings can have a deep impact on people, right? If you forcefully suppress them, won't there always be a knot in your heart?"
Dr. Chen was taken aback: "They're doing quite well like this, so there's no need to... forcefully suppress it, right?"
As a good friend, Dr. Chen didn't want Qin Yue's flourishing relationship to be cut off by her parents.
"I'm not talking about this matter," Qin's mom waved her hand, "Just asking casually."
"Well, although it varies from person to person, in most cases, yes."
Qin's mom sighed: "I understand."
Initially, Qin's dad had a sudden idea, suggesting that since the two sisters had a common interest, they should spend time together, which might bring them closer. Qin's mom was initially adamantly opposed, refusing to compromise, but after thinking about it all night, she suddenly thought of a problem.
The two sisters liked the same girl, and she was already the older sister's girlfriend. So, if they handled it coldly, it would definitely be the younger sister who would give up and exit sadly.
Although this was very normal and there was nothing to say about it, there was no doubt that the younger sister would have a knot in her heart, and when facing her older sister in the future, she would subconsciously feel uncomfortable. In this case, if they wanted the already distant sisters to reconcile, they would have to wait for until there next life.
Cold treatment would definitely end in disaster; accepting Qin's dad's whimsical idea had a slight chance of success. Whether you stick your neck out or pull it back, there was no choice at all.
Thus, Qin's mom ultimately agreed to the proposal.
"Auntie, don't worry, everything is fine," Dr. Chen said as he packed up and stood up, "I have something to do, so I'll leave first."
"Won't you stay for a meal?"
"No, no, I really have something urgent."
If he didn't leave, Bai Ningning would come out soon, so he hurried to go.