Chapter 253 Liang Qunfeng's Spring Heart
Liang Qunfeng pointed at Qi Tongwei and said, "You are too naive. Do you think you got your current position because of your kindness? I gave you all this. You should listen to me and think about the interests of our family instead of taking risks for an outsider."
Qi Tongwei did not back down: "Dad, I am grateful for everything you have given me, but I also have my own principles and bottom line. I cannot give up my conscience for the sake of profit. I think we should do something meaningful instead of just thinking about our own interests."
The two got into a heated argument, as they stood on different moral lines.
Qi Tongwei felt that as a farmer's son, he should side with the farmers; while Liang Qunfeng felt that the empire and connections he had conquered should not be used by an outsider.
"Dad, think about it, if we don't help the old farmer, then what's the difference between us and those indifferent people? Can we have a clear conscience?" Qi Tongwei tried to persuade Liang Qunfeng.
Liang Qunfeng was unmoved: "Don't talk to me about conscience. In this world, conscience is the most worthless thing. What we need to consider are power, status and interests. Don't ruin our future because of a momentary impulse."
Qi Tongwei looked at Liang Qunfeng disappointedly: "Dad, I didn't expect you to think this way. I thought you were a responsible person. It seems I was wrong."
Liang Qunfeng also glared at Qi Tongwei: "Don't blame me. You should know that everything I did was for our family. Don't ruin our plan because of an old farmer."
The argument between the two became more and more intense, and the atmosphere became more and more tense. Just then, Liang Lu walked in.
She was very anxious when she saw her father and husband arguing fiercely.
"Dad, Tongwei, stop arguing. Can't we just discuss it over?" Liang Lu persuaded.
Liang Qunfeng calmed down a little when he saw his daughter: "Lulu, you came at the right time. Look at your husband, he actually quarreled with me for an outsider, he is going to rebel."
Liang Lu looked at Qi Tongwei: "Tongwei, how could you quarrel with Dad? Can't you just talk it out nicely?"
Qi Tongwei said helplessly: "Lulu, I don't want to quarrel with Dad, but Dad is too stubborn. He is unwilling to help the old farmer. I think we can't just stand by and watch him die."
Liang Lu pondered for a moment and said, "Dad, Tong Wei is right. We can't be too indifferent. Helping the old farmers may bring us some trouble, but it will also make us win the respect and trust of others."
Liang Qunfeng was somewhat shaken after hearing what his daughter said.
He knew that what his daughter said made sense, but he still couldn't let go of his own interests and face.
"Lulu, you don't understand. This matter is not that simple. We can't take risks easily." Liang Qunfeng said.
Liang Lu continued to persuade him: "Dad, I know what you are worried about, but we can't always only consider our own interests. Sometimes, doing good things can also bring us unexpected gains."
After listening to what Liang Lu said, Liang Qunfeng was indeed a little shaken.
He had to admit that there was some truth in what his daughter said.
However, he thought again, that's not right, he had no connection with this so-called old farmer at all, it was Qi Tongwei who was learning from Lei Feng and doing good deeds, it had nothing to do with him at all.
But soon, Liang Qunfeng had another plan in mind.
He decided to let Qi Tongwei promote his own name as well, to show that this good deed was done by himself, instead of letting others take the credit.
In Liang Qunfeng's view, Qi Tongwei took advantage of the opportunity and used his own abilities to help the old farmers.
He felt that he had reason to have some complaints.
After all, the connections and resources he has accumulated over the years cannot be used by Qi Tongwei for nothing without bringing him any benefits.
When Qi Tongwei learned that Liang Qunfeng wanted to have a reputation as a good person doing good things, he felt a little helpless, but he did not want to conflict with Liang Qunfeng again at this time.
He thought, since Liang Qunfeng wanted this false reputation, then let him fulfill it.
So Qi Tongwei ran directly to the hospital and told Cuicui that it was Liang Qunfeng’s own father-in-law who helped them.
When Cuicui heard the news, her heart was filled with gratitude.
She immediately expressed her intention to visit Liang Qunfeng to express her gratitude.
Qi Tongwei looked at Cuicui's sincere look and felt a little relieved. At least his decision could make Cuicui and the old farmer feel some warmth.
Not long after, Cuicui came to Liang Qunfeng's residence.
When Liang Qunfeng learned that Cuicui was coming, he actually felt a little excited.
When he saw Cuicui's youthful and beautiful appearance, his heart couldn't help but be moved.
He didn't expect that this girl from the countryside had such pure eyes and simple temperament.
Liang Qunfeng was very enthusiastic about Cuicui's arrival. He talked to Cuicui cordially and asked about the old farmer's illness.
Cuicui was moved by Liang Qunfeng's concern and she expressed her gratitude again.
As Liang Qunfeng looked at Cuicui, the strange feeling in his heart became stronger and stronger.
However, Zhang Long saw all this and he became angry on the spot.
Zhang Long thought that this was his girlfriend, so how could he give her to someone else? He immediately rushed to Liang Qunfeng and started arguing with him.
"Why are you so enthusiastic about Cuicui? She is my girlfriend!" Zhang Long said angrily.
Liang Qunfeng disagreed: "Humph, young man, you don't understand what true love is. A girl like Cuicui deserves to be loved by someone better."
Zhang Long was so angry that his face turned red: "How old are you? What's the point of talking about love? You are disrespecting your elders!"
Liang Qunfeng was also angered by Zhang Long's words: "What do you know? I am in my twilight years, and I have the right to pursue my own happiness."
The two of them argued back and forth, and the argument became more and more intense.
Qi Tongwei, who was standing by, felt his three perspectives shattered when he saw this scene.
He never thought this would happen.
Liang Qunfeng, as her father-in-law, a powerful man, actually had such feelings for Cuicui.
And Zhang Long, the once impulsive and violent man, now quarrels with Liang Qunfeng over Cuicui.
Qi Tongwei felt extremely confused and helpless.
He didn't know how to deal with this mess.
He tried to persuade the two to calm down, but they would not listen.
Qi Tongwei felt as if he was trapped in a vortex from which he could not escape.
Cuicui was also very flustered when she saw Zhang Long and Liang Qunfeng arguing.
She didn't expect things to turn out like this.
Her gratitude towards Liang Qunfeng instantly turned into embarrassment and uneasiness.