CHAPTER XIX
Rong Ziyi said leisurely: "I'm afraid. Pen @ fun @ pavilion wWw. ļ½ļ½ļ½Uļ½Eć info I'm afraid of being despised by people who are nobler than me, and I'm afraid of being misunderstood by people I care about. At the end of the day, what we fear is our weakness. Only one day, when we can face it squarely or accept it, will it not become our handle, a weapon for the enemy to attack us. ā
Bai Lulu sneered: "Mr. Rong can speak this truth generously today, which shows that you have no great flaws." Isn't it not qualified for a rich man like you, who is wealthy, powerful, and knowledgeable, to talk about this topic in front of me, because you come from a prominent family and are in a high position? ā
Jiang Yuerong had a different understanding, and she almost quickly understood what Rong Ziyi meant: "I think, Brother Rong refers to the ideological or spiritual level. The same human beings, there may be different statuses, but the souls are equal. Everyone has shortcomings, weaknesses, and deficiencies, and when one realizes this, it also brings distress and suffering. ā
Bai Lulu still disagrees: "There is a difference in pain. It hurts if you get pricked with a needle, and it hurts when you get stabbed with a knife, but can the two kinds of pain be compared? ā
"In the same person, of course, it is easy to tell the extent of the pain. But in different people, because they may not have experienced the pain of a knife prick, they will feel that the needle prick is a terrible pain, right? Rong Ziyi quickly retorted.
"Professor Rongda, I can't argue with you. But I still don't agree with you, unless you can give relevant examples. Bai Lulu won't admit defeat so easily, she played a little trick, and it depends on how Rong Ziyi takes it.
"Absolutely." Seeing Bai Lulu's obvious distrust, Rong Ziyi smiled faintly and said, "Actually, I am very serious about trying to prove my theory. I'm sure you've noticed that my sister has always been very cold to me. My sister is kind and sensible, and she has always been kind-hearted and soft-hearted, even if she is a beggar on the street. But you see, now, she's a little more distant from me than a stranger. Originally, we were the closest relatives. Rong Ziyi took a sip of coffee and continued: "Family affection is the most heartfelt emotion for anyone. I have traveled to many countries and seen all corners of the world, and when I am lonely or helpless or doubtful or not determined enough, I always know that there is my home in China and Shanghai, it is the place that gives me the first strength, and it is also the place that always makes me feel comforted and warm when I think about it. I don't have a lot of family, and even fewer now. Ms. Bai has experienced the pain of loss and loss, and she should be able to understand the importance of her family. But now that relatives have become strangers, relying on blood kinship, there are also contradictions that are difficult to resolve, and it is difficult to seek more tolerance and forgiveness. ā
Rong Zifan didn't expect the topic to come to him. The helplessness and frustration in Rong Ziyi's voice infected her, it turned out that he was as strong as a big brother, and family affection was also a weakness for him, and he was the one who brought him harm. Although she still can't forgive, she can empathize with this heartache. Her heart was sour, and she turned her head out of the window to prevent others from seeing her face.
"As for the cause of the incident, of course the responsibility lies with me. As you have just heard, it is because of my tenure in the new Government. In fact, I have to say that this seems to have become a taboo for the entire Rong family. As soon as he said this, there was a subtle change immediately, the silence around him was silent, the air seemed to gradually freeze, and many people's expressions were unnatural.
Only Rong Ziyi remained silent and calm: "This is my pain." I'll admit that I was the result of all this. Miss Bai may think that a family can reconcile by admitting their mistakes and apologizing. But the problem is that no one thinks they're at fault. Although our Rong family is gentle on the surface, there is a kind of stubbornness and perseverance in our bones. As a result, family members turn against each other, and brothers and sisters become enemies, isn't it more sad than never enjoying the warmth of family? ā
"It's actually very simple, as long as you don't become an official in the new government." Rong Zifan couldn't help but blurt out: "In that way, you are still the pride of our Rong family." ā
Rong Ziyi took a deep look at his sister and said softly: "I won't stubbornly say that I will continue to be this official." After all, none of us could have predicted what would happen next. Moreover, the world is impermanent. Actually, I never expect to be understood by you, I only hope that even if something has happened or is about to happen......" he smiled, and the bitterness in his smile was even stronger: "You will not dislike me or despise me because of this. Some things are like this, what you see with your eyes and hear with your ears is only your own understanding, but it is not necessarily the truth. People are only willing to believe what they want to believe, and their hearts are often blinded by this. But no matter what, the flesh and blood affection is difficult to cut off. Even if we have different choices, different ways of doing things, or some behaviors are not recognized, we are still a family. So, I just want to ask you to do one thing, and that is -- please trust me. ā
Zixiao listened to this, as if he wanted to say it to his sister, and the eldest brother said what he wanted, but at the same time, he also clearly heard the ambiguity in the eldest brother's words.
It's just that when a person who has always been strong and confident rarely shows a little weakness, it is easy to win people's hearts. Zifan put aside his previous dissatisfaction and anger with his eldest brother almost immediately, but felt a little distressed about him.
Bai Lulu saw this and said appropriately: "In my opinion, Mr. Rong should be very hopeful that he can get the understanding of his family. ā
Jiang Yuerong had a different opinion, although her voice was soft, but there was uncompromising firmness: "Then according to Brother Rong, should you believe and tolerate it unconditionally as a family member?" ā
"Of course not." Rong Ziyi glanced at her, and there seemed to be a little more praise in his eyes: "There is a degree to everything." This criterion is a line drawn by faith and morality. It's a cordon that even the closest relatives can't easily try to touch. ā
Jiang Yuerong opened her mouth, but did not continue. But what she means is obvious, working for the new government, hasn't this line been crossed? It's just that she is smart and empathetic, and she will not refute the face of others in such an atmosphere of friendly discussion, not to mention that this person is still the eldest brother of Zixiao and Zifan. Therefore, this should not be said by her.
She looked at Rong Zixiao, but strangely, he didn't say anything.