The car pulled up at the front door, and James didn’t plan to go in with them. “I don’t think it’s appropriate for me to appear right now. I’m counting on you, Lucian, Roxanne.”
The couple gave him a reassuring look and quickly walked into the mansion. Since they had informed Jones beforehand, the latter was waiting to greet them by the door. He immediately stepped forward when he noticed Roxanne and Lucian.
“Lucian, is this Roxanne?” Jones looked at Roxanne and then apologized, “I’m really sorry I couldn’t attend your wedding.”
“Please don’t worry about it, Mr. Lann. After all, there are some special circumstances at home,” Roxanne replied, having learned to treat those with close relationships with the Farwell family as close acquaintances.
They noticed Jones’ gaze directed toward the outside. Lucian quickly explained, “James won’t be coming in for now. He’s worried that Mrs. Lann may be triggered if she sees him. But don’t worry, he’s fine.”
The worries on Jones’ face subsided slowly after hearing Lucian’s assurance. He gave a nod and commented, “Lucian, you’re very caring. I’m genuinely concerned that my son is being too hard on himself. In reality, all of this was simply an unexpected event. Please help me in advising him.”
Upon entering the hall, they were greeted by the sight of many psychologists engaging in a lively discussion. Leading the group was Robert Zucker, a renowned psychologist in the country and the mentor who guided James into the field of psychology.
Roxanne had heard her mentor mention Robert before. The man had been researching psychology for more than thirty years and had written many books on the subject, including one on criminal psychology that had become a textbook for the police.
This time, Robert brought along several students with him. Not only was he treating Yennefer, but he was also taking the opportunity to teach his students some key points.
There were other famous doctors present, but none as renowned as Robert, who was at the center of the scene, with everyone discussing solutions based on his ideas.
When Robert saw Lucian and Roxanne enter, he glanced at them and gestured for everyone to quiet down before walking up to Lucian. “Mr. Farwell, hello. Are you here to visit the patient?”
Lucian’s face was constantly appearing in the media, so it was no surprise that he was recognized. He decided to return Robert’s show of courtesy and shook the man’s hand.
“Hello, I am Lucian Farwell. You must be Professor Zucker. It’s an honor to meet you. We are relieved to have such a renowned doctor treating Mrs. Lann.”
Robert appreciated the compliment coming from someone of Lucian’s status and nodded with a smile. Then, he turned to Roxanne and greeted her, “Mrs. Farwell, hello!”
Roxanne was gradually getting used to the title and nodded in response. Lucian suddenly said, “Professor Zucker, it’s quite a coincidence that my wife is also a famous doctor. She’s here today to see if there’s anything she can do to help Mrs. Lann.”
Robert politely replied, “I’ve heard of Dr. Jarvis’ reputation, but I didn’t expect her to be so young. However, his tone abruptly changed. “Then again, Mrs. Lann’s condition is related to psychology. I’m afraid Dr. Jarvis’ expertise in pathology might not be of much help.”
Roxanne frowned slightly, sensing the hint of disdain in his words. Lucian also noticed and countered with a smile, “That’s not necessarily true. Some psychological conditions can indeed be treated through pathological methods. We’re just trying out every method that might work, after all.”
Robert begrudgingly agreed, “Well, it’s worth a try.” Jones, who was nearby, sensed the tension and quickly introduced other psychologists to Lucian and Roxanne. He then led the couple into the room to visit Yennefer.
After they entered, Robert’s expression turned cold. Roxanne Jarvis is a disciple of Harvey Lambert. Hmph, what use can she be in treating this psychological illness?
He had a history of grudges against Harvey, so naturally, he wouldn’t warm up to Roxanne. Roxanne, however, was unaware of this. Then, she and Lucian saw Yennefer, who was asleep and looked haggard, with ghastly- looking scratches on her arms.
The room was a mess, with shattered and broken items everywhere. Jones looked at his wife’s pale face with concern and turned to Roxanne, “Roxanne, I’ve heard that your skills in traditional medicine are extraordinary, especially acupuncture. That’s why I asked James to invite you here. Go ahead and try your best!”
“All right, I’ll give it a try. I won’t say more for now. Furthermore, we’ll have to wait for Mrs. Lann’s symptoms to flare up before we can know if the treatment is effective,” Roxanne said calmly. As a doctor, it was crucial for her to maintain emotional composure.
“Yes, but she’s bound for another fit. The sedative won’t last long this time around. When that happens, you all need to be careful. She might not recognize anyone,” Jones said with a worried expression.
Yennefer, who was in a deep sleep, appeared gauntly. However, her slender and delicate features were of a typical southern woman’s, giving people a gentle and approachable feeling. However, everything changed in less than fifteen minutes.
As the sedative wore off, she slowly woke up, her eyes empty and confused as she looked at her surroundings. Jones approached her and tried calling her name several times, but Yennefer did not respond at all.
With a disappointed expression, Jones quickly fetched two straps and fastened them to Yennefer’s wrists. Seeing this scene, Roxanne frowned slightly. Wouldn’t such a restraint method only further provoke her?
Just as she thought this, Yennefer’s face suddenly changed, her previously lifeless eyes turned sharp, and a vicious expression appeared on her face.
“Let me go. What are you doing? Jones, release me now! You’ll come to a bad end! How dare you treat me like this? Call James over. I want him to pay with his life! D*mn it, do you think you can keep me trapped like this? Where is that kid, James? Ah-
Her current state was nothing like the calm and composed Yennefer Lucian once knew. In addition to her hysterical screams, Yennefer desperately tried to break free from the straps, eventually standing up from the bed and suddenly appearing in front of Roxanne.
Her twisted face, filled with anger and hatred, startled Roxanne. Fortunately, Lucian reacted quickly, pulling Roxanne back and behind him. Jones’ warning had only come right then. “Be careful, don’t get too close! She will scratch and bite! It’s happening again! Ah…”
“Mr. Lann, why would Mrs. Lann want to hurt James?” Roxanne regained her composure, no longer afraid, as she had seen many patients with mania before. Despite that, she couldn’t help but feel puzzled.
In this altered state, it was as if the mentally ill patient’s consciousness had been replaced by another person. What kind of consciousness has taken over Yennefer’s body at this moment?
Some scientists had proposed that mentally ill patients might be experiencing confusion between two personalities from different dimensions, leading to incoherent speech and strange behavior. Before Jones could answer, Robert and several other psychologists entered the room.
Robert nodded slightly and said calmly, “Allow me to explain from the psychological perspective. In her current state, Ms.. Thompson probably imagines herself as her. twin sister, Sheba Thompson, due to some past trauma. As for the reason, Mr. Lann has not discussed it with us in detail. As for why she would hate her own nephew, I’m afraid only Mr. Lann knows.”
After he finished speaking, all the doctors looked toward Jones. Lucian felt a sinking feeling in his heart. It seemed that the rumor from years ago was true!
He vaguely remembered that James had mentioned this incident before. It happened in Xendale before the Lann family moved to Horington.
The Thompson sisters met Jones around the same time, and both fell in love with him. In the end, Jones chose Yennefer, the elder sister. Sheba, the younger sister, was repressed for a while but eventually seemed to accept the harsh truth.
However, it turned out that what Sheba displayed was only a false appearance. In fact, she was constantly jealous of her sister, Yennefer. Her evil thoughts clouded her mind, and she even plotted to secretly poison her sister, hoping to make her disabled.
In doing so, she could become Yennefer’s replacement and stay by Jones’ side forever.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
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