Resurrecting the Genius Within
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Their rtionship <b>was </b>tense and seemed to hit a standstill–sudden, yet somehow not too hard to ept.
Jim pointed out their mismatch in age and personality, which might exin things.
Meanwhile, Joshua visited Jim’s office twice.
Jim noted that Joshua struggles to open up; not everyone can easily show their wounds, which slows his treatment progress,
However, Ethan observed a positive shift in <b>Joshua’s </b>attitude. He became more talkative and even cracked a few smiles.
Sometimes, he also would y ball with Cuatro and feed him.
Joshua seemed less worn out than before–signs of some progress.
In his office, Jim tried again to help Joshua open up.
He held a <b>pen</b><b>, </b>crossed his legs, and casually doodled in his notebook <b>as </b>he asked Joshua in a conversational tone, “Do you have feelings for Isabelle?”
<b>Joshua </b>admitted, “Yes.”
Jim observed, “I can see that. Your condition’s <b>improved</b>, even though I haven’t done much yet.”
Surprisingly, Joshua asked, “I recall you being awyer.”
Jim looked up from his doodles, “It seems you’re quite fond of Isabelle. I <b>gave </b>a lecture at Taragon Universityst year, and you just started there this year. Did you dig up old news to learn more about her?”
Joshua just stared at him silently.
<b>Jim </b>dered, “I’m qualified <b>as </b>both awyer and a psychologist. I’ve got the credentials; I’m not just ying around. This hospital actually belongs to a friend of mine; I’m simply using it. My study in psychology was aimed at understanding my adversaries in court better, not at bing a medical professional.”This is property ? of N?velDrama.Org.
He paused his doodling, tore off <b>the </b>sketch, and passed it to Joshua.
<b>Joshua </b>looked at the drawing, which depicted two young boys chasing butterflies, radiating innocence.
He asked, “Is <b>this </b>one of your therapy methods?”
Jim chuckled. “You’re thinking too much into it. It was just a sketch.”
He shifted focus, “Now, let’s discuss Isabelle.
Joshua <b>said </b>he wanted to delve deeper into understanding her.
Jim nodded. “<b>What </b>exactly would you like to know?
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After a thoughtful sip of water, Joshua’s gaze firmed as he inquired. “How long have you known Isabelle<b>?</b><b>”</b>
Jim reminisced warmly. “It’s been under two years. We met during a peculiarwsuit in Norward City, We hit it off almost right away.”
“Right away?” queried Joshua.
Jim exined, “Well, Isabelle’s been especially kind to you due to a mutual friend of ours.”
Joshua slightly nodded. “So your <b>strong </b>connection with Isabelle also involves this mutual friend?”
Jim nodded.
Joshua noted. “Clearly, this friend means a lot to her.”
Jim agreed once more.
Bringing up something he read, Joshua mentioned, “I read that Isabelle is also closely <b>associated </b>with a silver<b>–</b>haired mixed–race man.”
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a yful nudge, Jim asked, “Feeling a bit jealous, are you?”
Changing the subject, Jim noted, “Isabelle and George didn’t end on the best terms because he was overly controlling.
Jim continued, “Above all, Isabelle prizes her freedom. If you’re thinking of pursuing her, Joshua, try not to repeat George’s mistakes.”
Joshua acknowledged, “Understood.”
Jim advised, “Joshua, don’t consider that man a rival; he’s just naturally charismatic.
Joshua then asked, “Could you share more about her?”
“I’ve gotten to know Isabelle well, but I <b>was </b><b>actually </b>closer to herte friend,” Jim replied.
“She must have been <b>as </b>remarkable and impressive as Isabelle,” Joshuamented.
Jim mused, “If your
other was friends with her, she certainly must have been extraordinary. It’s somewhat ironic that your mother named you Joshua, which trantes to ‘salvation, and yet both couldn’t be saved.”
After a brief pause, Joshua murmured, ‘I believe his life was meaningful despite being cut short in his twenties, which is still longer than my whole life so far.”
Jim said soothingly, Joshua, don’t grieve for yourself. You have a long road ahead with countless opportunities waiting for you.”
Joshua looked out at the gently swaying curtain, lost in thought
He spoke slowly, “I’ve forgotten many details from my childhood, particrly those involving Gideon.”
Gideon was Joshua’s alcoholic father.
“It’s a natural defense to block out nainful memories and <b>sometimes </b>letting them <b>po </b><b>is </b>a healthy sten
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forward,” Jim responded. Joshua continued, “During my childhood and teenage years, I always stood out. Both ssmates and teachers could <b>see </b>the marks left on me. Everyone was aware of his cruelty, yet the teachers believed it was due to my misbehaviour. That reflects a w in our education system. They were apathetic, overlooking not just the physical scars but also the poverty I lived in. Troubled kids like me werebelled as bad influences, and I was treated <b>as </b>an outsider. This justified their normalcy, allowing them to exclude and bully me, a way for them to prove their own righteousness. People can be exceptionally cruel. regardless of age or gender.
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