After Rebirth, the Celebrity Daughter is the Medical Expert!

Chapter 550 - 430: I Think I’m Pretty Cool, Too

"In psychology, mental entropy is considered an exquisite metaphor. To put it simply, ’entropy’ refers to the level of disorder in a system. The more chaotic, the higher the entropy value; conversely, the more orderly and clear the structure, the lower the entropy value." Ning Youguang explained briefly to his brother, "The thoughts in a person’s mind are like the molecules in a system, always racing like a wild herd. The more chaotic your mind, the higher your entropy value. For example, being indecisive about others’ evaluations, meticulously calculating gains and losses – these all contribute to high mental entropy. Another definition of ’entropy’ is the total amount of unusable energy in a system. In short, the higher your mental entropy value, the less energy you have to do things successfully because you waste a lot of energy on internal consumption. On the contrary, when you focus on something you find meaningful, all your thoughts support each other, interconnect, work together, and move in the same direction. This is a process of reducing entropy, also known as ’negative entropy.’ High negative entropy makes you feel peaceful, fulfilling, and joyful, and you feel empowered in everything you do."

"Are you saying, Sis, that I actually don’t enjoy clubbing, getting drunk, racing, or getting tattoos?" Xie Yizun tried hard to digest the information Ning Youguang conveyed to him. "Comparatively, I enjoy dancing, singing, and playing the piano more."

"Do you need to ask me that?" Ning Youguang asked with a smile.

"It seems like that’s the case." Xie Yizun said thoughtfully, "At the company, I feel very fulfilled, and I progress daily. I keep surpassing myself. I do a lot every day, but I don’t feel very tired. I sleep well at night and wake up every morning full of anticipation. Here..."

Xie Yizun looked a bit embarrassed.

"Don’t feel embarrassed." Ning Youguang said with a smile, "The more honest you are with yourself and with me, the more I like it."

"Here, you and brother-in-law treat me well, and I live comfortably, but I feel empty, and the happiness is short-lived. I don’t sleep well at night, but I don’t know if it’s because I sleep too much during the day or because of my mood." Xie Yizun scratched his head.

"This is what’s called the ’happiness logic’ problem." Ning Youguang said, "At the company, you work hard to realize your dreams, and everything you do brings you fulfillment and growth. The happiness you gain is naturally enduring. Here with me, all these actions hold no real meaning for your true pursuits within, and they are a self-consumption and weariness for you. Feeling genuinely happy about them would be strange."

"Thank you, sister, for telling me all this." Xie Yizun smiled, "I understand now."

As he smiled, the youthful innocence was still visible on his face, pure and adorable.

"Yiyi, I think your smile is very pretty."

Ning Youguang found herself fond of children’s smiles, like Yiyi, Ning Youyu, her students, and the children she saw wandering the streets.

Children’s smiles are different from adults’ smiles.

She felt their smiles were purer, more beautiful, and more touching.

The joy is unadulterated and very genuine.

"Sister’s smile is also beautiful." Xie Yizun lowered his head, a bit embarrassed.

"Of course, we’re siblings, after all." Ning Youguang graciously accepted the compliment.

The close communication between the siblings progressed smoothly.

Thanks to Xie Yizun’s honesty.

And also because all this time, Ning Youguang and Shi Wangyue’s indulgence and tolerance allowed his negative emotions to be released and relaxed.

This is how people are.

When you allow others to be themselves, they will allow you to be yourself.

Good communication should be mutual.

If you’re easy to talk to, so will the other party be. If you’re difficult to talk to, the other party won’t be much easier either.

Especially when dealing with adolescents like Xie Yizun, who hasn’t yet outgrown the rebellious phase.

Ning Youguang always understood the need to give patience, time, and respect.

If he doesn’t ask, she doesn’t ask.

If he asks, she answers.

All along these days, she has been telling Xie Yizun with her actions—

"I’m here, by your side."

"Whenever you truly need me, I will never refuse you."

It was precisely her tolerance and acceptance over these days that unknowingly tamed and softened the rebellious little beast inside Xie Yizun.

Once a person opens their heart, whether it’s persuasion or education, everything becomes much more effective.

Xie Yizun was also very willing to listen to her.

Because he knew, his sister would certainly help him, standing from his perspective to understand and help him.

"Sis, I still want to sing, play the piano, and dance." Xie Yizun lay on the table, speaking in a soft voice, his body seemingly boneless.

"And then?"

"I want to go back to the company." Xie Yizun felt a bit embarrassed.

After all, half a month ago, he was still clamoring not to go to the company.

"Then go." Ning Youguang knew early on that Xie Yizun’s words about not going to the company were just angry remarks.

If he really hated the company and disliked life there,

How could this once audacious little tyrant persist so long in such an ascetic lifestyle?

Since he could persevere, it definitely wasn’t just because of an agreement or some unseen future. A large part of it was the strength he gained from daily actions.

He genuinely liked and enjoyed doing these things.

"I’m very happy you could persist in practicing for so long without giving up or slacking off. After facing some setbacks, you were able to sort out your emotions and are still willing to return to the company. That in itself is amazing, and I am proud of you." Ning Youguang praised Xie Yizun, "Yiyi, whether or not you make your debut or become a big star, just being able to achieve what you have in these three years is already incredible."

Xie Yizun covered his face with his hands, saying nothing, feeling a bit embarrassed yet very pleased.

After a long while, when he put down his hands,

Ning Youguang noticed the corners of the young man’s eyes were red, and his smile was even brighter.

"I think I’m pretty cool myself."

"I think so too!" Ning Youguang said happily, seizing the moment when Xie Yizun was in a good state to bring up the main reason she came to talk to him today, "Alright, let’s talk about what you plan to do next. I’ve heard from Mom about the general reason for your argument with the company. Now, I’d like to hear it from you, okay?"

"Okay." Xie Yizun nodded, "The inhuman living arrangements at the company and the high-intensity training required by the teachers are not the problem. What bothers me the most is that three years ago when I joined the company, they promised me I could debut, and now they haven’t fulfilled it. Just thinking about it makes me not want to do anything, even though I don’t dislike doing those things myself."