Chapter 239 The Old Farmer's Grudge
"Uncle, don't get me wrong. I don't look down on people from rural areas. I'm just analyzing Cuicui's situation." Qi Tongwei tried to explain.
But the old farmer didn't buy it. He felt that Qi Tongwei's explanation was weak and powerless.
"Hmph, what you said sounds nice, but why do you think that rural children have mental problems? If this isn't prejudice, what is it?" The old farmer's tone was full of questioning.
Qi Tongwei frowned, thinking that the old farmer was being unreasonable. "Uncle, that's not what I meant. I just said that rural children may face more difficulties and challenges in their growth process and need to work harder to adapt to society. It doesn't mean that they have psychological problems."
The old farmer was not willing to give in. "Why do you think Cuicui's willfulness is caused by my inability to discipline her? It was not easy for me to raise her by myself. I have tried my best."
The old farmer's voice trembled a little and his eyes gradually turned red.
Qi Tongwei felt a little bit reluctant when he saw the old farmer's excitement.
He knew that his words might hurt the old farmer, but he also felt that the old farmer should understand his starting point.
"Uncle, I know it's not easy for you, but if we want to solve Cuicui's problem, we must objectively analyze the cause. Cuicui's willfulness is indeed partly due to some deficiencies in your education, but it's not your fault. What we need to do now is to work together to find a way to help Cuicui change."
The old farmer was silent for a moment after hearing what Qi Tongwei said.
He knew that what Qi Tongwei said made sense, but he still felt a little uncomfortable.
"Then tell me, what should we do now?" The old farmer's tone softened a little.
Qi Tongwei felt relieved when he saw the old farmer's attitude change.
"We still follow the previous plan and tell Cuicui inspirational stories and sing nursery rhymes to let her feel the beauty of life. At the same time, we should pay more attention to her and communicate with her more to let her know that we all care about her and support her."
The old farmer nodded. "Okay, let's try it. But I still think you are too prejudiced against rural children."
Qi Tongwei smiled helplessly, "Uncle, I really have no prejudice, I just hope Cuicui can get better, let's work hard together."
Just then, Cuicui woke up.
She saw Qi Tongwei and the old farmer arguing and her heart was filled with doubts.
"What are you arguing about?" Cui Cui's voice was a little weak.
The old farmer and Qi Tongwei hurried to Cuicui's side. The old farmer held Cuicui's hand and said, "Cuicui, you're awake. How do you feel?"
Cui Cui shook her head, "I'm fine. What were you guys arguing about just now?"
Qi Tongwei smiled awkwardly, "Nothing, we are discussing how to help you."
Cuicui looked at Qi Tongwei and the old farmer, and a warm feeling surged in her heart.
She knew they were all doing this for her own good, and she didn't want them to quarrel because of her.
"Dad, Qi Tongwei, please stop arguing. I know you are all doing this for my own good. I will try my best to change."
Although Cuicui's words temporarily stopped the quarrel between the old farmer and Qi Tongwei, her words were actually insincere.
Deep in Cuicui's heart, her desire for Qi Tongwei still burns like a raging fire.
She secretly planted a firm seed in her heart, that it had to be Qi Tongwei.
At this moment, Qi Tongwei also keenly perceived Cuicui's true thoughts.
The way he looked at Cuicui became a little unnatural, and all kinds of complicated emotions surged in his heart.
Qi Tongwei was clearly aware of Cuicui's obsession with him, and this obsession made him extremely troubled.
He began to think about how to get out of this predicament, thinking about getting out of it as soon as possible.
After all, the old farmer is Cuicui's father. With him here, there seems to be no need for her to stay here any longer.
Qi Tongwei's heart is full of contradictions and entanglements.
On the one hand, he didn't want to be entangled by Cuicui anymore and hoped to get away from this trouble as soon as possible;
On the other hand, he felt that he had some responsibility for Cuicui's experience and could not just walk away.
He kept weighing the pros and cons in his mind, trying to find the best solution.
"I can't let Cuicui go on like this. Her madness has put me in a very difficult situation. But if I leave now, what will the old farmer think of me? Will he think I am irresponsible?"
Qi Tongwei's heart was full of doubts.
Qi Tongwei secretly observed the expressions of the old farmer and Cuicui, trying to find some clues from their reactions.
The old farmer's face was full of worry and helplessness. He held Cuicui's hand tightly, as if giving her strength.
Cuicui's eyes were full of anticipation and desire. She looked at Qi Tongwei from time to time, as if waiting for his response.
Qi Tongwei felt a headache and he didn't know how to deal with this situation.
He wanted to find an excuse to leave, but was afraid of causing dissatisfaction among the old farmer and Cuicui.
He was in deep trouble and couldn't get out.
"Maybe I should have a good talk with the old farmer and make him understand my situation. After all, he is Cuicui's father, and he should be able to persuade Cuicui to give up her obsession with me." Qi Tongwei thought to himself.
So Qi Tongwei coughed lightly, which attracted the old farmer's attention.
"Uncle, can we talk alone?" Qi Tongwei said.
The old farmer was stunned for a moment, then nodded.
He let go of Cuicui's hand and followed Qi Tongwei to the side.
Cuicui looked at their departing backs, feeling filled with uneasiness.
"Leader Qi, just say whatever you want to say." said the old farmer.
Qi Tongwei took a deep breath, and then slowly said: "Uncle, you have seen that Cuicui's feelings for me have reached a crazy point. I know that I am responsible for her experience, but I really cannot accept her love. I hope you can persuade her to give up her obsession with me and let her start her life again."
The old farmer was silent for a moment after hearing what Qi Tongwei said.
He knew that what Qi Tongwei said made sense, but he also understood Cuicui's stubbornness.
"Leader Qi, I know Cuicui has brought you a lot of trouble, but this child has had a hard life since childhood. She is in such a predicament now, and I don’t know what to do. I will try my best to persuade her, but I can’t guarantee that she will listen to me." The old farmer said helplessly.
Qi Tongwei nodded, "Uncle, I understand your difficulties, but we must find a way to get Cuicui out of this predicament, otherwise she will get deeper and deeper. You can give her more love and support, let her feel the warmth of family, maybe in this way, she can slowly let go of her feelings for me."