Suffocated by Dreams

The next two weeks.

Adam frequently scheduled appointments with MAX for learning.

Max admires ambitious students the most, so naturally he follows their example.

Breaks in the schedule.

Looking at this kind and honest woman with a vicious tongue, Adam used the psychology he had learned to quietly mobilize her complaining energy to complain about her past and present.

More than academic learning, he wanted to help this girl who was already physically and mentally wounded at the young age of 18.

However, this kind of help must be given subtly and gradually.

Otherwise, given her personality, she would definitely resist this kind of help.

She has developed the habit of relying on herself for everything, not wanting to depend on others, and being afraid to rely on others.

Because the last person she relied on was her mother.

That was truly a painful experience to recall.

This kind of personality has both good and bad aspects.

The good thing is that she accepted Adam's views on love more easily than Caroline and Heather.

The bad thing is that she has a hard time opening her heart, and once she does, it's hard for her to close it again.

This is the time to test Adam's skills.

He wanted to help her embark on a completely different path and help her realize her dreams.

At the same time, it's important to maintain a sufficient distance so that she understands each other's position and doesn't get too involved.

Heather's departure made him realize who he truly was.

A deep and exclusive affection is absolutely not suitable for him.

Nora, Caroline, Heather, Max... they were all just a part of his life's journey.

He might settle down and start his own family in the future, but definitely not now.

For the next ten or even twenty years, he will remain just a prodigal son.

This is a typical example of how the Mi Family Tradition eroded Adam's values.

That's just how Iron Man.

He was unruly and dissolute in his youth, but after a moment of reflection in middle age, he turned over a new leaf and won everything.

Adam likes this template.

As a fellow protagonist, he's no less impressive than Iron Man!

In fact, his quality of life far surpasses that of Iron Man.

While Iron Man's return to his former self might be partly due to his growing boredom and desire for relationships, it's also undeniable that he was simply unable to continue his old ways.

After all, he had such a big hole in his chest, and he didn't know how to control himself when he was young. Now that he's middle-aged, his physical condition has declined across the board. If he doesn't turn over a new leaf, does he really have to follow the path of the Island Nation and Howard from the Big Bang Theory, using armor and robots to assist him?

Then wouldn't that be a self-fulfilling prophecy, and it really would become a prosthetic limb...?

I doubt he'd do it even if you beat him to death.

Therefore, turning back now and returning to one's former ways is the best option.

Adam had absolutely no such concerns.

As his attributes continue to improve, his physical abilities will only become stronger.

If he chooses to start a family in the future, it will definitely be because of emotional needs, not because of physical pressure.

"... I am currently a sophomore at Green Garden Community College and will graduate this year."

Feeling incredibly fulfilled and relaxed after her hard work, Max, guided by Adam, began to tell her story.

"Why did I choose art? Don't laugh when I tell you, but after graduation I want to find a job as a painter, preferably in children's books. When I was a child, my favorite book was about Mechanical Doll, who lived in a loving and happy family."

I know it's all fake, just for kids, but I think this kind of deception is still good, at least it helped me get through the most difficult period..."

"That's a wonderful dream, and I believe you can achieve it."

Adam listened to Max's words and said affirmatively.

"Don't try to coax me. I don't need to. I really need to take a break, unless you like a lifeless shell."

MAX's vulgar and inappropriate remarks came out without hesitation. "I've heard that some people like this kind of thing, especially you doctors. You've seen so many bodies that you're bored. Only a taste for the extreme can stimulate you."

"..."

Adam's lips twitched.

TV dramas are really harmful. I don't know if the screenwriters are sick and haven't received timely treatment, or if they think hospital fees are too expensive, but they always vilify doctors to death.

However, considering that this is a hybrid world of American TV series and movies, I just couldn't bring myself to refute it.

Because what MAX said might actually be a real person...

"How is it like studying at Green Garden Community College? Have you ever thought about pursuing further studies at another university?"

Adam could only change the subject.

In the United States, in addition to the distinction between public and private universities, there is also a difference between community colleges and regular universities.

Community colleges are somewhat similar to technical colleges in East Country, but they are also different.

No matter your age, and sometimes even your educational background, as long as you want to learn something and have paid tuition, you can come and attend.

With low entry requirements, low tuition fees, and flexible hours, it is a pathway for many people who cannot attend a real university to pursue further education.

Sheldon's Georgie Jr.. and Missy, both attended community college, Penny also attended in an effort to close the gap between herself and Leonard.

However, it was completely useless because Penny's paper was a complete mess. Leonard couldn't stand it and helped her revise it. In the end, apart from the same title, not a single word was the same.

Penny's pride was deeply hurt, and she angrily berated Leonard. Through her own efforts, she successfully got a B+ on her paper.

She felt incredibly satisfied when she slapped the paper in Leonard's face.

But as soon as she got back, she used her status as the school bully to coerce Bernadette and Amy, who were helping her write the paper, and told them not to leak a single word.

Bernadette and Amy nodded repeatedly, very excited, because they had never had the chance to be so close to a 'big sister' like Penny in school.

After that, Penny got a little cocky, thinking that she would raise her paper grade to an A next time and continue to show off and slap people in the face!

And then, that was it.

It wasn't that Bernadette and Amy didn't get an A; rather, considering Penny's level, to ensure authenticity and credibility, they dared not set the score too low or too high, and after repeated attempts, they managed to write this paper...

Penny thought about it and had no choice but to give up.

Because if she actually gets an A, Leonard might be even more excited than she is. If he keeps promoting her, and when others talk about it, she'll be completely clueless. That would be a case of trying to show off but ending up with something else entirely.

This is a community college.

The program lasts only two years.

If you do exceptionally well in your studies, you will have the opportunity to enter a regular university for further studies. Moreover, the credits earned at the community college can be transferred to the credits of the regular university, which is equivalent to saving your first and second years of college and not having to start from scratch.

That's quite humane.

However, such opportunities are rare, and it also depends on the accessibility of the regular university resources available to the community college.

Max is graduating this year and wants to find a painting job as a community college graduate, but he probably won't have an easy time.

This was probably the biggest turning point that made her completely give up hope.

Ideals are lofty, but reality is harsh.

She can't hit herself, but she's constantly being hurt and injured by the Bony Reality. Even though she's voluptuous and has maximum defense, she can't withstand such cold and ruthless continuous impact.

Then she laid her cards on the table, gave up on herself, and decided to let things be as they were. No matter how fiercely reality hit her, she didn't care anymore.

Isn't the mainstream the kind of ordinary person who lives without dreams?

She's just going back to the mainstream...