Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts

Chapter 113

Since there were still loads of people waiting in line, there was no time for small talk. Ines had a new check-up, but the results were just like the ones from a few years back. No blood clots were pressing on her brain nerves, the preliminary judgment was still selective amnesia.

Andrew decided on hypnosis therapy for Ines without missing a beat, which was currently the hottest trick in the book for treating mental disorders. But the depth of hypnosis varied depending on individual susceptibility, the credibility and skills of the hypnotist, and other factors.

Ines had tried hypnosis before, but it was like pulling teeth. The moment the car accident was brought up, she would shake her head in agony. She even woke up from the hypnosis on her own, pushing her limits.

Andrew first ushered Ines into a private office. It was a hypnotism room specially designed for Andrew at Renaissance General Hospital. The room was dimly lit but warm and cozy with soundproofing that could block out any disturbances.

The room was simply furnished with only a wooden table and two chairs, exuding a faintly eerie vibe.

A thin layer of sweat formed on Ines's palms. Ethan, unable to hold back, held her hand tightly and whispered, "Izzy, don't worry, I've got your back. No matter what your past is, you're my wife, so don't stress about it."

At these words, Ines nodded and gave him a reassuring smile, "I know." To hypnotize a patient, the most important thing was to understand her personality to determine the best approach. Of course, the desired outcomes of the patient and their family should also be considered. All these things Ethan had already discussed in detail with Andrew.

So, there was no need for Andrew to waste time asking Ines these questions.

Once Ines had gotten used to the room, Andrew started the hypnosis. Ethan was worried, so Andrew allowed him to stay in the room, but with strict orders to keep quiet, otherwise it could disturb the patient.

Ines looked at him, his expression was a bit stiff. She couldn't help but find it funny - he was the one telling her not to be nervous, yet he looked more nervous than her. Andrew pulled out a silver pocket watch and held it in front of Ines's eyes, "Alright, Izzy, we're starting. Stretch out your arms, palms facing each other, focus on the pocket watch in my hand. Imagine I'm someone close to you, a good friend you can tell anything to."

Ines cleared her mind and focused on the pocket watch in Andrew's hand.

"Good, you're doing it right. Are you feeling sleepy, like you haven't slept in ages, and your eyelids are heavy? I'm a good guy, and your husband Ethan is here too, so you can close your eyes without any worries." Andrew guided her step by step.

Ines just felt a soft voice in her ear. It seemed to come from nowhere, like a celestial melody that made her want to close her eyes and listen attentively. And then, slowly, she closed her eyes.

Ethan couldn't help but frown. He didn't believe in hypnosis before, but seeing Ines like this made him believe a bit.

"You're doing great, Izzy. Imagine you're in a boundless sea of flowers right now. Lie down slowly, stretch out your hands and legs, relax. Look up and you can see the blue sky and white clouds.."

Andrew really was a world-class expert. Before long, Ines fell into a sleep-like state, lying quietly.

Tick tock... Tick tock...

The room was so quiet that only the ticking of the pocket watch could be heard.

Ethan raised an eyebrow as if to ask him, "Is that all?"

Andrew nodded lightly, then turned to Ines and asked, "Izzy, do you know who I am?"

"You're the one my husband and I trust the most. You're here to help me." Ines said.

Andrew confirmed that Ines had entered a deep sleep and began to ask, "Izzy, what exactly happened in the car accident five years ago? The engagement banquet was clearly at the big hotel in the city center, so why did you go to such a remote place?"

Almost as soon as Andrew's question came out, Ines's eyebrows furrowed tightly and her eyelids twitched non-stop.

Andrew frowned, and repeated the same question, "Izzy, don't be afraid, think carefully, and answer me when you're sure, why did you go to such a remote place?"

Ines didn't answer and her body trembled slightly. Sweat beads started to form on her forehead and nose; she looked distressed. NôvelDrama.Org © 2024.

Ethan furrowed his brows, struggling not to interrupt.

"Izzy, why did you go there?" Andrew asked again.

Ines moved her lips with difficulty, it took a long time before she said, "I went there by myself."

Her voice was too soft, Andrew didn't hear it clearly, so he repeated, "Did you go there by yourself? If yes, move your eyelid. If not, don't blink."

Hearing this, Ines's eyelids moved slightly, although not very obvious.

Andrew then asked the next question, "Did you drive there yourself?"

"Yes." This time Ines answered directly, but her face turned pale suddenly.

"Did you hit someone?" Almost as soon as Andrew asked this, Ines's body and eyelids started shaking violently. Andrew frowned, "Not good, she's going to wake up."

Sure enough, at that moment, Ines suddenly opened her eyes. Ethan rushed forward and held her hand. Her palms were all wet.

"Izzy, is there anything uncomfortable?" Ethan asked nervously.

"My head feels stuffy, and my heart is beating very fast." Ines said.

"Andrew, is this okay?" Ethan asked.

Andrew looked very serious. This was the biggest challenge he had faced since his career started. Ines had a very strong will, enough to break through the hypnotic state and wake up on her own. He thought he had hypnotized her deeply, but in fact, she was only in a light sleep.

"It's not a big problem, she'll be fine after a night's rest. But she can't use hypnosis therapy anymore. Her will is so strong that it's impossible to get any useful information. Forcing hypnosis could harm her body, so I don't recommend continuing this treatment." Andrew said.

Ines looked at Ethan with disappointment, "Did you not find out anything?"

Ethan shook his head, "Nah, we just asked why you drove the car over there, and you said you did it yourself."

Ines frowned, a heavy feeling creeping up for no reason. "Izzy, don't rush, we'll take it slow, you'll get back to normal in no time." Ethan assured her.