Chapter 798: A touch of warm color
Liang Qunfeng sighed and said, "Tongwei, I am wrong too. I shouldn't always use my status as an elder to pressure you and interfere with your work. I'm just worried that you will lose yourself in the officialdom and forget your original intention. I also hope that you can spend more time with Lulu and the children. They need you." Liang Qunfeng's tone became gentle, and he looked at Qi Tongwei with a hint of expectation in his eyes.
Liang Lu sat between the two men, gently held their hands, and said, "I just hope that our family can live in harmony. Tongwei, I know you work hard, and I always support you. But I hope you can come home more often, have a meal with us, and play with the children. Dad, don't always demand so much from Tongwei, it's not easy for him either." Tears flashed in Liang Lu's eyes, and her voice was gentle but firm.
After hearing what Liang Lu said, Qi Tongwei and Liang Qunfeng both nodded silently.
The house became quiet for a moment, with only the occasional sound of vehicles passing by outside the window.
Liang Lu was slightly relieved to see that both of them were touched, but she knew that the conflicts accumulated over the years could not be completely resolved in a few words. She gently stood up and walked into the kitchen, wanting to make a cup of hot tea for everyone to ease the slightly tense atmosphere.
Qi Tongwei sat on the sofa, tapping his knees unconsciously, with a look of confusion in his eyes. He recalled his years of struggling in the officialdom, and how he did everything he could to achieve success, and gradually deviated from his original intention. Those ideals and ambitions became blurred in the vortex of power and desire. Now, looking at the family that has been broken apart because of him, he is filled with guilt.
Liang Qunfeng leaned back on the sofa, closed his eyes, and the wrinkles on his face seemed to deepen. He thought of his own experience when he was young, and he also had a difficult balance between work and family. He hoped that Qi Tongwei could take fewer detours, but he didn't expect that his way would bring so much pressure to Qi Tongwei. He knew that he had to put down some of his elders' airs and truly understand Qi Tongwei.
At this time, Liang Lu came out with a steaming cup of tea and handed one to Qi Tongwei and Liang Qunfeng. The aroma of tea rose up, bringing a touch of warmth to this slightly cold home. Qi Tongwei took the cup and took a sip. The hot tea flowed down his throat, but it warmed his heart.
"Dad, I know you've always been doing this for my own good." Qi Tongwei broke the silence, his voice low and sincere, "I was too ignorant before, and always felt that you were interfering in my life. Now I understand that you're afraid that I'll make a mistake, afraid that I'll let myself down, and let this family down."
Liang Qunfeng opened his eyes and looked at Qi Tongwei, with a trace of relief in his eyes: "Tongwei, the past is the past, as long as you can understand. From now on, our family will support each other, and we can sit down and talk about anything."
Liang Lu looked at the two of them, and a long-lost smile appeared on her face: "Yes, that's what a family should be like. Tongwei, if you encounter any troubles at work, don't bear them alone, talk to us. Dad, if you have any ideas, don't keep them in your heart, let's discuss it together."
At this moment, Xiaoyu and Dawei came out of the room. They looked at the adults in the living room cautiously, with a hint of timidity in their eyes. Seeing this, Qi Tongwei waved them over and said, "Don't be afraid, my dears. Dad, Mom and Grandpa will never quarrel again."
Xiaoyu and Dawei then slowly came over and sat next to Qi Tongwei. Xiaoyu held Qi Tongwei's hand and whispered, "Dad, I'm so scared of you quarreling. I hope our family will always be happy." Qi Tongwei hugged Xiaoyu in his arms with a slightly red eye: "Dad promises you that I will never let you be afraid again."
Since then, Qi Tongwei began to re-examine his life and work. He still worked hard, but he was no longer as eager for quick success as before. He began to focus on cooperation with colleagues and no longer did anything for personal gain. At a work meeting, the leader proposed a complex project involving multiple departments. Qi Tongwei did not rush to show off as before, but took the initiative to communicate and collaborate with colleagues from other departments to jointly develop a detailed plan. His transformation surprised his colleagues and won everyone's respect and recognition.
At home, Qi Tongwei also strives to play the role of a good husband and father. On weekends, he takes his family to the park for a walk and flies kites with the children. Seeing the children running happily on the grass and Liang Lu's face filled with a happy smile, Qi Tongwei's heart is also filled with warmth. He will also cook with Liang Lu and make a sumptuous dinner for the family. The family sits around the dining table, laughing and having fun.
Liang Qunfeng also actively participated in family life. He would tell his children stories about his youth and teach them some principles of life. The relationship between him and Qi Tongwei gradually became harmonious. They would play chess, watch football games, and occasionally joke together.
However, the peaceful life did not last long. One day, Qi Tongwei discovered a clue of corruption involving an important person at work. If he continued to dig deeper into this clue, it would likely cause a huge storm and even endanger his own career. But Qi Tongwei remembered his promise to his family and his original intention, and he decided not to back down.
He reported this clue to his superiors, who praised his courage and integrity, but also reminded him to be cautious. Qi Tongwei knew the difficulty of this task, but he was not afraid at all. He began to collect evidence secretly and was busy every day.
Liang Lu noticed that Qi Tongwei was different, and she asked Qi Tongwei worriedly if he had encountered any difficulties. Qi Tongwei hesitated for a moment, but finally decided to tell Liang Lu about the matter. After hearing this, Liang Lu was full of worries, but she still firmly supported Qi Tongwei: "Tongwei, I believe in you. No matter what decision you make, I will be by your side."
Liang Qunfeng also knew about this. He found Qi Tongwei and said earnestly: "Tongwei, I know this is dangerous, but I am proud of your decision. You have finally found your original intention. I will support you with Lulu."
With the support of his family, Qi Tongwei strengthened his belief. In the process of collecting evidence, he encountered many difficulties and obstacles, and some people even threatened him secretly.
That evening, the afterglow of the setting sun shone into the house, giving everything a warm orange hue.