Chapter 460: So What If It’s Unfair

Chapter 460: So What If It’s Unfair

Zhang Long shook his head and said, "Tongwei, you are too naive. Science is not omnipotent. There are some things that science cannot explain. Destiny is determined by God, and our life trajectory has a general direction from the moment we are born."

The two people's views were diametrically opposed and a fierce argument broke out.

Qi Tongwei said excitedly: "Science allows us to understand the world and gives us the ability to change it. If fate is predetermined, then why should we work hard? We should just leave it to fate."

Zhang Long retorted: "Science can only solve part of the problem, and the power of fate is mysterious and powerful. Look at those people who can't change their fate no matter how hard they try. Isn't their experience arranged by fate?"

"No, it's just that they didn't work hard enough, or their methods were wrong." Qi Tongwei did not give in. "As long as there is enough determination and perseverance, nothing is impossible to change."

Zhang Long sighed and said, "Tongwei, you are too stubborn. Sometimes the arrangement of fate is irresistible. Just like what happened to Cuicui, isn't this a trick of fate? If it wasn't the arrangement of fate, how could she be abducted by human traffickers and suffer so much?"

Qi Tongwei was silent for a moment, then said: "What happened to Cuicui is unfortunate, but it is not destined by fate. It is the sin of those human traffickers. We can work hard to bring them to justice and seek justice for Cuicui. This is how we change our fate."

Zhang Long said helplessly: "You only see the surface. Maybe Cuicui's abduction was fate's arrangement, and our efforts are just to follow the direction of fate."

"Ridiculous!" Qi Tongwei said loudly, "If everything is predetermined by fate, then what is the meaning of our lives? We should actively fight to change our own destiny."

The argument between the two became more and more intense, and neither could convince the other. They each insisted on their own opinions, as if fighting for their own beliefs in life.

Qi Tongwei said fiercely: "The virtues of propriety, wisdom and trustworthiness in life and what Confucius and Mencius learned are all Confucian thoughts. Confucianism advocates being proactive and realizing the value of life through one's own efforts. We cannot give up our efforts just because of fate, but should, as Confucianism teaches, fight bravely to change our own destiny."

Zhang Long disagreed. He retorted: "What about Confucianism and Taoism? As long as life is determined by fate, there is no such thing as the art of being an emperor. Those things are all false. The power of fate is irresistible. No matter how hard we try, we cannot escape the arrangement of fate."

Qi Tongwei's eyes widened and he said excitedly: "Your argument is absurd. Science is the truth and can explain all phenomena in the world. The country promotes science in order to free people from ignorance and use scientific methods to change their lives. We cannot be bound by those illusory theories of fate."

Not to be outdone, Zhang Long raised his voice and said, "Science also has its limitations. There are some things that science cannot explain, such as why some people have a smooth life while others go through hardships. This is the difference in fate, which is not something science can control."

The two of them argued back and forth, their voices echoing in the room, as if to blow the roof off.

Qi Tongwei waved his arms and said: "The development of science has made our lives better and better. We can use science and technology to cure diseases, improve the environment and enhance the quality of life. This is how we actively fight against fate."

Zhang Long shook his head and said, "But science has also brought many problems, such as environmental pollution, war, and disease mutation. Aren't these fate's punishment on mankind? We cannot rely too much on science, but should follow the arrangement of fate."

Qi Tongwei was so angry that his face turned red. He said, "You have negative thoughts. If everyone thinks like you, how can society progress? How can mankind develop? We must have the courage to challenge fate and use the power of science to create a better future."

Zhang Long did not back down either. He said, "You are too naive. The power of fate is strong and we cannot fight against it. We can only try to make our lives better within the framework of fate."

Their quarrel made the atmosphere tense and depressing. Cuicui watched them from the side, feeling helpless and worried. She didn't know how to persuade them, so she could only pray silently that they would calm down.

Just then, an old man walked in. His face was covered with wrinkles, but his eyes were very deep. He looked at Qi Tongwei and Zhang Long quietly, and then said slowly: "Young people, stop arguing. Your argument is meaningless."

Qi Tongwei and Zhang Long stopped arguing and looked at the old man. Qi Tongwei asked, "Why is it meaningless? We are discussing the truth of life, how can it be meaningless?"

The old man smiled and said, "The truth of life cannot be obtained through debate. Fate and science, Confucianism and Taoism, all have their value and significance. We cannot look at them one-sidedly, but should find a balance between them."

Zhang Long frowned and said, "Balance? How can we find balance? Fate and science are contradictory. How can we find balance?"

The old man said: "Destiny and science are not contradictory. Destiny is a macro force that determines our starting point and general direction. Science is a micro force that allows us to make choices within the framework of destiny and change our lives. We must respect destiny and give play to the role of science."

Qi Tongwei thought for a moment and said, "But if everything is destined by fate, then what is the point of our efforts?"

The old man said: "The meaning of hard work is to make us better adapt to fate and realize our own value. Although fate determines our starting point and general direction, it does not determine our end point. We can make different achievements on the road of fate through our own efforts."

The old man's words made Qi Tongwei and Zhang Long fall into deep thought. They began to reflect on their own views and think about the relationship between fate and science.

After a while, Qi Tongwei said, "Maybe you are right. We can't overemphasize the power of fate, nor can we rely entirely on science. We should find a balance between the two and use scientific methods to try to change our destiny."

Zhang Long also nodded and said, "I understand too. Fate and science are not contradictory. We can respect fate and give play to the role of science to make our lives better."