The Psychologist Episode 28 Recap
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Ye Niantang, formerly known as Ye Jicheng, met with Professor Ji. Ye Niantang poured tea for Professor Ji, filling the cup to the brim as a clear signal for a guest to depart. Understanding the subtle message, Professor Ji inquired if everyone present shared this sentiment, but no one responded. He noted that they weren't very familiar, having only crossed paths during their naive youth. Professor Ji also mentioned hearing about an internal vote within the EEG Technology Committee.
Qian Kaiyi submitted his latest program plan to the Director. The Director, looking tired, stopped Qian Kaiyi, sharing a personal story about his son, Hao, after his divorce. Qian Kaiyi urged him to get to the point, and the Director philosophized that some people are just passers-by in life, seemingly important but ultimately insignificant after overcoming a hurdle. Qian Kaiyi stated that he had already come to terms with the recent staff changes.
The Director then revealed that Director Pan had tacitly approved Wang Zhuo poaching staff from Qian Kaiyi's team as a way to "teach him a lesson" because Qian Kaiyi had become too high-profile after their show, "Night Talk to Your Heart", ranked first. He Dun arrived at the radio station, joining the team for a thorough cleanup and bringing breakfast for everyone.
Qian Kaiyi, having processed the staff changes, apologized for his earlier attitude, acknowledging that his colleague Miao had the right to make his own choices. He encouraged everyone to work hard together to make excellent radio shows. His colleagues expressed their strong loyalty to Qian Kaiyi, emphasizing that they valued him as a person and his dedicated attitude towards the program.
They promised to support him regardless of which show he pursued, be it "Time Interview" or "Night Talk to Your Heart". He Dun also raised her hand in support. Qian Kaiyi was visibly touched by the small notes of encouragement, including messages like "Congratulations that Night Talk to Your Heart ranks first" and "We'll always support you," which adorned his desk. He thanked them for their warmth.
Lili scrolled through an online post about Li Wei, angered by how the victim's information was exposed while the perpetrator's face was pixelated. She cursed the "trolls" for their lack of brains. Shortly after, Li Wei arrived at He Dun's studio, and Lili, closing her laptop, greeted her and let her in. Meanwhile, Ye Jiahui gave a lecture at a university, explaining the differences between neurology and psychology. He elaborated that psychology belongs to science, while psychiatry belongs to medicine.
He further explained that while psychology is an inter-discipline of social and natural sciences, psychiatry is a natural science discipline. Ye Jiahui illustrated their common biological basis, neuroscience, by drawing two intersecting circles on the blackboard, naming their intersection as neuropsychology. He clarified that when people casually use the term "psycho" in daily life, they are usually referring to a psychological problem rather than a neurological one.
He then challenged a female student in the back row to identify where the "heart" in psychology is located, and she confidently answered, "In our brain." During her session with He Dun, Li Wei suddenly felt as if she was drowning and struggled to breathe. He Dun helped her calm down and offered her water, noting Li Wei's anxiety. Li Wei recalled a conversation with colleagues who had seen her online post.
They commented on the girl in the post being "weak" and suggested she should fight the perpetrator "tooth and nail." Li Wei then had an outburst, demanding to know who they thought such a thing would happen to. Li Wei expressed deep hurt and betrayal by her colleagues' detached attitude, but what truly saddened her was realizing she once held similar views.
She felt like she had become "damaged goods" and a "lunatic," regretting that she had ever spoken out, wishing she had taken her secret to the grave. He Dun found that Li Wei still blamed herself and didn't fully agree that the rapist was the only one at fault. Li Wei insisted she deserved her suffering and didn't deserve sympathy. He Dun observed that Li Wei seemed to constantly belittle herself, questioning if it was a form of self-punishment.
This prompted Li Wei to recall a past conversation with her boss, Ling. Ling had offered Li Wei a prestigious overseas study opportunity, acknowledging Li Wei's recent struggles. Ling, explaining she had recruited Li Wei and saw her potential, expressed sorrow that "an excellent young employee" would be "crushed by an unpleasant incident." She suggested the opportunity would allow Li Wei to escape and adjust her state of mind.
When Li Wei asked if what happened was merely "unpleasant," Ling, identifying as a fellow woman, sympathized but then advised Li Wei that since she lacked evidence, it was best to keep silent to protect her reputation. Ling urged her not to repeatedly open her wound online and tarnish her innocence, stating that "remaining silent is the best way to protect yourself."
Remembering this, Li Wei told He Dun that she knew it sounded "vicious," but she couldn't help but curse those who lacked empathy, wishing they would experience the same ordeal she did. He Dun reiterated that Li Wei was incredibly brave, the most courageous and proactive of all her clients, and had made no mistakes.
He Dun then gently suggested that if Li Wei truly didn't want to fight, there were easier paths, emphasizing that both fighting and remaining silent were valid choices, with no inherent right or wrong. The key, He Dun stressed, was for Li Wei to clearly understand what she truly desired. Li Wei admitted she was lost, finding it too difficult to make a choice or move forward.
He Dun then asked if knowing her colleagues or society understood her would give her courage to speak out, and if He Dun's personal support would empower her. Li Wei, as if seeing a light from underwater, slowly gravitated towards it, telling He Dun that her support was incredibly important. He Dun affirmed her support if needed but clarified that ultimately, Li Wei alone would bear the consequences of her choices, regardless of external support.
She advised Li Wei to think deeply about what she wanted, offering to continue the discussion next time. Lili made a phone call to Xi, inquiring about Mr. Qi. She mentioned having inadvertently displeased him previously and wanted his contact information to apologize and improve his impression of her. That night, Professor Ji was tending to his vegetable patch with a friend.
His friend noted that Ye Niantang, formerly Ye Jicheng, was once again involving himself in the Society, suggesting hidden motives. The friend believed that Wen Liang, a colleague, was ambitious. Professor Ji, however, remained calm, stating that a businessman's actions are driven by profit, and his ability to uphold a moral bottom line is his own affair, beyond their control. The friend suggested taking the initiative to clear out the "cancer" within the Society.
Professor Ji responded with a metaphor about weeds eventually nourishing the soil, implying that challenges can become opportunities. He concluded that in life, whether pursuing academic goals or ambition, a spirit of sacrifice is needed, and it depends on whether one truly understands what they desire. Lili met Mr. Qi in his car in a deserted garage, ostensibly to discuss a project. Unbeknownst to Mr. Qi, Ye Jiahui had set up surveillance. Mr. Qi brought up Mr. Fang.
Lili feigned distress about her past troubles with Mr. Fang and his wife. Mr. Qi then made advances, physically touching her, but Lili expertly dodged him. He demanded "sincerity" from her in exchange for his investment. Lili boldly retorted, asking if he used the same tactics on Li Wei and whether he discarded her afterward. She also asserted that she needed to understand his "bottom line" to ensure she wouldn't become "the second Li Wei."
Confidently, Mr. Qi admitted to posting the photos of Li Wei online, stating that many women he pursued were initially resistant but eventually became submissive. He proudly declared that only Li Wei had "bitten back," and her defiance led to her ruin. He then aggressively lunged at Lili, but at that moment, Ye Jiahui suddenly appeared and doused Mr. Qi's car with a bucket of water, offering a car wash. Seizing the opportunity, Lili escaped.
Later that evening, Ye Jiahui commended Lili's "spy potential" and retrieved the recording device. He cautioned her about the danger she had faced, but Lili assured him that she had him as backup and knew how to handle herself. Back at their home, Ye Jiahui asked Lili why she would help a stranger like Li Wei. Lili revealed her true motivation, explaining that she was helping herself.
She reflected on her own experience with a "scumbag," regretting that by simply escaping, she hadn't taught him a lesson, which might have saved other girls from harm. Ye Jiahui remarked that she had the "potential of being a swordswoman," to which Lili playfully called him a "young hero." The "Night Talk to Your Heart" program went on air, with Qian Kaiyi and He Dun discussing the recent online discourse about "imperfect victims."
He Dun quoted Leonard Cohen's lyrics from "Anthem": "There is a crack in everything. That's how the light gets in," to express her view. Qian Kaiyi agreed, emphasizing that closely scrutinizing anyone reveals imperfections, and people should accept both their own and others' flaws. He Dun added that many victims feel ashamed due to their perceived imperfections, preventing them from seeking help.
She asserted that instead of calling them "imperfect victims," she preferred to call them "brave survivors," noting that in the face of sudden danger, most people are naturally bewildered and unsure how to react. As they spoke, the studio lights flickered and went out, plunging everything into darkness.
