Who would study psychology unless they had some issues?!

Bai Qinghua pushed open the door of his company, wearing a slightly tired expression.

There were faint dark circles under his eyes, suggesting he had stayed up very late last night and hadn't slept well.

"Good morning, boss."

"Good." Upon hearing the crisp greeting, Bai Qinghua nodded gently.

If Nan Zhubin were here, he would have noticed that this time the receptionist's greeting was particularly loud.

Unsure if it was an illusion, at the moment the receptionist's voice rang out, there seemed to be some panicked commotion in the office area, which quickly returned to calm.

Bai Qinghua paid it no heed and simply asked, "Is my office ready?"

Since Bai Qinghua rarely visited the company, his office often went unattended, only tidied up when special work was required, like today, with prior notice.

"Yes, it is." Shanshan from the reception replied, then pointed towards the direction of the reception room under Bai Qinghua's curious gaze.

"Boss, there's another temporary client in the reception room, seems like they want to discuss a major deal—it's Teacher Nan who arranged it."

Bai Qinghua blinked.

He quickly located Boss Xue.

This visitor, who had been sitting in the reception room for half an hour, initially looked a bit impatient, but upon seeing Bai Qinghua, immediately switched to a lively enthusiasm.

"Ah, Professor Bai, I've long admired your name."

"Oh, oh, may I have your surname?"

"My surname is Xue, I started a small company myself."

"Oh... Boss Xue."

"I was recommended by Boss Yang from 'Karen'," Boss Xue mentioned a name that elicited Bai Qinghua's memory, "I've been facing some issues recently, and after chatting with him, he suggested I come to see you, Professor Bai."

Bai Qinghua displayed an enlightened expression, gesturing to talk inside.

The two passed through a work environment that was formal and orderly, with consultants and assistants mostly giving sidelong glances as the two chatted loudly while maintaining their focus on work.

"Professor Bai's company management is certainly impressive, is there some psychology secret here?"

Boss Xue sounded both courteous and genuinely amazed, "If only my company's employees could have this work attitude."

Bai Qinghua smiled lightly, opened the office door, poured tea, sat aside, and after confirming the person before him was indeed in a boss role rather than a visitor role, he joked teasingly:

"Did our consultants leave a bad impression on Boss Xue?"

"Professor Bai, you're joking," Boss Xue waved it off, "Your team is indeed professional; Teacher Nan appears so young yet has very unique insights when addressing issues."

Ah, so it was Zhuren who consulted with this boss.

Understanding dawned on Bai Qinghua, his expression relaxed a bit.

"Only recently I've realized how powerful Psychological Consultation is, psychological health indeed needs attention," Boss Xue said with exaggerated expression.

"So I want to implement that... EAP!" Boss Xue shook his right finger, trying hard to recall the term, "To have my employees come for consultation."

"I wonder, with such a setup, how does it work in terms of fees at your place, Professor Bai? What are their average salaries like?"

Hmm?

Bai Qinghua narrowed his eyes slightly.

[Neck leaning forward, eyes focused, with the overall expression being expectant and kind.]

[However, the blinking frequency increased, while facial and bodily expressions were exaggerated.]

[The fingers on the table were unconsciously rubbing, which is perhaps a means of relieving tension?]

[Focus on one thing while feeling nervous suggests concealing some deeper agenda?]

Bai Qinghua had seen such conversation and reactions before.

The agenda of the person before him was—to poach!

And the target Boss Xue aimed to poach became even more obvious!

Bai Qinghua's expression remained unchanged: "We currently don't have plans to provide Enterprise Assistance Programs, our Psychological Consultation business volume is already significant."

"I can only arrange long-term Psychological Consultation for Boss Xue. If Boss Xue has extensive consultation needs, I can help discuss it with Zhuren later."

"Ah, you can't expand business, can you? Price is negotiable..."

Boss Xue wanted to say more, but Bai Qinghua expertly raised a hand to interrupt, asserting, "Pardon me," indicating there was a pre-scheduled guest, to discuss details later.

Watching Bai Qinghua's shadow recede, Boss Xue remained undeterred.

"Isn't it just a matter of money?"

Nan Zhubin had just impressed Boss Xue during the consultation, and Bai Qinghua's protective stance made him certain of Nan Zhubin's value.

This was talent, young and capable talent.

Boss Xue mentally calculated the base salary and consultation duration premium to offer Nan Zhubin but before reaching a decision, the office door reopened.

He looked intently and paused.

"Is this... Meng Ting?"

...

"I was thinking Teacher Bai might not be at the company today, but here we are," the middle-aged man in short-sleeve shirt and trousers chuckled, arm in arm with Bai Qinghua, exchanging pleasantries.

"Fortunately, I'm here; had it been two weeks later, it might have been uncertain, as I just finished a batch of student admissions."

"Well then, I wish you the best in receiving desirable students ahead of time..." Chief Judge Meng chuckled, eyeing the office, "Oh... are there guests here? Am I intruding?"

Bai Qinghua waved a hand: "This boss took a fancy to Zhuren, wants Zhuren to do long-term consultations for their employees."

Upon hearing this, Boss Xue quickly stood up, rubbed his palm on his trousers before extending it out: "Meng Ting, just call me Little Xue, you handled a case of mine before, thanks to you, I managed to recover several owed payments..."

Chief Judge Meng's smile slightly condensed: "Regardless of the outcome, I acted by procedure, only did what's necessary."

"Yes, yes, if there were more good judges like you, the world would be peaceful..."

Boss Xue's smile stiffened a bit.

Chief Judge Meng's expression hardened suddenly.

Boss Xue saw this and his smile froze completely.

Bai Qinghua waved a hand, changing the subject: "Speaking of coincidences, Meng Ting, you came today to learn about Zhuren, wanting to cooperate with him; Boss Xue similarly took a liking to Zhuren, wanting long-term consultations for their employees, that's what's being discussed now."

"Oh?" Chief Judge Meng upon hearing slightly loosened his smile, "That's not easy, nowadays companies rarely value mental health so highly."