Chapter 270: The Heart of a Child
readx; Tian Wenjian and his family came, each carrying a travel bag and riding a bicycle. There is also a large bouquet of flowers behind the www.biquge.info seat of the pen "Fun" pavilion, which looks so incongruous.
The city is nearly 12 kilometers away from the high-tech zone, and it takes 45 minutes to say the least. If it were someone else, Qiao Wei would not hesitate to think that they were putting on a show, but in the face of the little couple who were panting and helping each other wipe their sweat, they would not have this idea.
"Melon, I've been in Boston for four years, and I think you're all about to become Puritans." Qiao Wei whispered a few words in the old lady's ear, then turned around and teased Tian Wenjian and the others, who were about to greet him.
Seeing that the old lady was in a good mood, Tian Wenjian couldn't help but smile and said, "The issue of faith is no trivial matter, Director Qiao, don't harm me." ”
Without waiting for Qiao Wei and the others to speak, Xiao Na smiled at everyone, said hello, and then walked to the old lady's side generously and obediently supported her arm. Chen Hongjun nodded with satisfaction, and introduced with a smile: "Gu Xiaona, Xiao Tian's lover, is not only beautiful, but also graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a master's degree in fine arts. ”
"Good, good, good."
The old lady stroked Cortana's right hand and said with emotion: "The old man was obsessed with melons when he was alive, and my ears were almost calloused. But this is the first time I've heard of Cortana, Eh...... Yes, what a well-behaved girl. ”
Tian Wenjian hurriedly stepped forward, bowed deeply to the old lady, and said with a sincere expression: "Hello old lady, I am a melon." I haven't been to see you for so many years, and you still remember me as a person I've never met, which really makes me ashamed......"
"Child, you also have your difficulties, so don't say these sad words." The old lady stretched out her right hand like a withered branch, pulled Tian Wenjian's arm, and said tremblingly, "Come on...... Come closer, let me take a closer look. ”
For Qiao's family, the last stop of General Qiao's life was not in [***], but in Longjiang Air Force Hospital, and Tian Wenjian was the person the old general had the most contact with before his death. Although he escaped from the battle when General Qiao was dying, he still used his way to do some events for the more than 200,000 villagers in Hulin. In a sense, it also fulfilled the old general's last wish.
"The photo is a bit out of shape, and if no one introduces it, you won't be able to recognize it even if you stand in front of me."
"Grandma, that photo was taken five years ago, after so many years, can it not be out of shape?" As soon as the old lady's words fell, Qiao Wei's lover couldn't help but remind.
The old lady reacted at this time, and immediately shook her head again and again: "Look at my surname, the older I get, the more confused I become." ”
Chen Hongjun is half of Qiao's family, and when he saw that the time was not early, he pointed to the Toyota Overlord next to him and asked in a low voice: "Grandma, it's not early, why don't we leave now?" ”
"Let's go, what are you waiting for?"
As soon as the old lady turned around, she seemed to remember something, and then turned her head and pointed to the two Mitsubishi commercial cars in the back, and said thoughtfully: "The lady will sit in the back with me, and you can sit in the car in front of you to talk about things." ”
The children didn't come, there weren't many people, and after helping the old lady into the Mitsubishi business car, Tian Wenjian followed Qiao Wei into the Toyota Overlord in front.
"I didn't consult you with you, didn't delay your work, did you?" As soon as the car started, Qiao Wei lit a cigarette, looked at the offerings on the front seat, and asked casually.
Tian Wenjian shook his head and replied solemnly: "I've been magnified and faked, what work can I delay?" Besides, I have long wanted to go and inject incense into the old general, if I knew that his old man was buried in the Tiger Forest, I would have gone a long time ago, and I could wait until today. ”
"You've got a heart."
Qiao Wei nodded noncommittally, then changed his words, stared at the cigarette between his fingers, and asked lightly, "I heard Brother Chen say that you quit smoking?" ”
The deputy director of the Central Office of the CPC Central Committee, who was prominent, asked these trivial questions, which confused Tian Wenjian, but he still replied respectfully: "Quit smoking, smoking is harmful to your health, I suggest you quit it as soon as possible." ”
At this time, Chen Hongjun, who was in the co-pilot, suddenly turned his head and said with a smile: "Xiaowei, I'm right, people will always change." ”
To Tian Wenjian's surprise, Qiao Wei actually said: "It takes some perseverance to quit smoking, but it's not a skill." When can I close that mouth that is always untrustworthy, that's the ability. ”
There is no doubt that he was referring to the "sage Zhang Xun and cannibal Zhang Xun" controversy that was boiling outside. Tian Wenjian sighed secretly, shook his head and said with a wry smile: "I didn't expect that my messy thing would fall into your ears." Director Qiao, you are right to criticize, my stinky problem needs to be changed. ”
"Have you ever thought about how it ends?"
To Qiao Wei's same surprise, Tian Wenjian actually showed a very innocent expression, and said casually: "I didn't play at all, how can I end it?" ”
From the perspective of the surname, this is really none of his business. After all, he talks about philosophy, and the Z bigwigs misinterpret it as history and politics. Academically, they are not to be mixed up at all.
Despite this, Qiao Wei still asked curiously: "Han Annihilation, traitors, beautiful dogs, leading the way party, CIA spies...... One is worse than the other, don't you want to stand up and argue and refute? Besides, in addition to historians, economists, and political scientists, there are also philosophers among those who scold you. ”
Different eras have different beliefs, from the ancient loyal monarch and filial piety, to the modern Ming cooking, science, and then to today's "China is unhappy", beliefs not only change with each other, one after another, but also after a certain historical cycle, there is often a phenomenon of mutual conflict. ”
Tian Wenjian pondered for a moment and said eloquently: "Strictly speaking, those Z-school philosophers who scolded me are not contrary to the theories I adhere to. Aren't they the true heirs of Mao Zdong's thoughts? Then they should also be familiar with the 'old three articles' during the Cultural Revolution.
Zhang Side's wholehearted service to the people, Yugong's conscientious work in moving mountains, and Bethune's internationalist love for excellence are just what our nation's accumulated habits or conceptual culture lack. Since everyone's theories do not contradict each other, why should I stand up and fight for the high?
In addition, a society with a rational surname should allow for different voices. Although some of their views and behaviors are more extreme, even extreme, the starting point is always good, why should I beat them to death? ”
Chen Hongjun was happy, and couldn't help but smile and asked, "Could it be that you are in a group?" Is this current one a bitter meat plan that you have agreed on a long time ago? ”
His question made Tian Wenjian laugh, and he was about to open his mouth to answer, Qiao Wei waved his hand and said with a smile: "Melon, melon, I didn't expect you to stop talking now." Brother Chen...... Don't let this kid be fooled, there are two meanings in his words. One is that he doesn't bother to engage in a war of words with those people. Second, he also expressed his point of view in a roundabout way, that is, 'cannibal Zhang Xun' instead of 'sage Zhang Xun'. ”
"Director Qiao, I only dare to say this in front of you, I won't admit it when I get out of the car."
"You kid, you're still a belly of bad water, I thought you had changed your ways!"
Looking at Chen Hongjun's gritted teeth, Qiao Weile was happy, and immediately laughed and said, "Melon, since you know what I want to ask, then you can take the initiative." ”
The controversy outside, which had risen to the height of politics, made Tian Wenjian realize that he had given an inappropriate example at an inopportune time. Qiao Wei is in the center, he must be very sensitive to these problems, since everyone can sit together and don't treat himself as an outsider, it is better to open the skylight and say something, after all, this is not an opportunity to calm down the dispute.
Seeing that Qiao Wei saw through his thoughts, Tian Wenjian scratched his head in embarrassment, quickly sorted out his thoughts, and then analyzed in detail: "Judging from their attacks on me, they have rich experience in struggle. Not only did he first stand on the moral high ground, but he also pulled the two banners of ideology and the values of the Chinese nation.
What is ideology? That's faith. Even if I'm not a [***] member, can I argue with them about this? Isn't that a shot in the foot? What's more, Grandpa Mao has long said that the philosophy of [***] is the philosophy of struggle. It's like Xiucai encountering soldiers, and I can't explain it reasonably, I stand up and have a war of words with them, isn't that boring? ”
Qiao Wei nodded and said thoughtfully: "From this point of view, you are right to hang up the war-free card. Fortunately, justice is at ease in the hearts of the people, and anyone who takes things out of context and makes trouble unreasonably can be seen by anyone with a discerning eye. Let's put that question aside...... Let's talk about your thoughts on the argument itself. ”
"As I said earlier, there are different beliefs in different eras. The reason why I cite the example of 'Zhang Patrolling the City' is not to deny this historical figure, but also to deny traditional culture or traditional values, but to ask students to reflect on the modern significance of traditional culture. ”
Speaking of this, Tian Wenjian seemed to be a different person, and he no longer had the previous hippie smile, but an unusually dignified expression.
"On the surface, the controversy I have sparked is indeed a denial of traditional culture. This is because people do not have an overall understanding of the level and status of traditional Chinese culture in many cultures in the modern world. And it is obviously not easy to analyze the surname from a philosophical point of view, as I did. The reason is that people have always been influenced by the culture in the environment in which they grew up, and over time they have developed an existing perspective of culture. From the perspective of ideology and surname, because traditional culture has become an objective existence that Chinese into the blood and bones through thousands of years of transmission and indoctrination, the modern significance of traditional culture is to maintain social stability............ Reflecting on our history and changes, of course, we can't avoid a sense of heaviness of repeated cycles of stagnation, but this cannot be an excuse for us to rashly deny change, let alone rashly deny all orientations of change...... "self-improvement, virtue" (Tsinghua school motto) seems to be very profound, in fact, what is the modern significance of dressing up? The essence of "self-improvement" is nothing more than the instinct of ordinary animals and plants and other creatures, even if which of the most backward African tribal dwellers may not be decadent and disgusted? In light of this, I doubt that modern science can develop on this basis. ”
After all, he graduated from Harvard University with a doctor of philosophy, and his meticulous analysis made Qiao Wei, who was quite conceited, understand a truth: Before studying ideology and culture, we must have a lofty position. At the same time, through these heartfelt words, I felt Tian Wenjian's pure heart.
Seeing that he was about to cross the river, Qiao Wei, who was still unsatisfied, thought about it, then raised his head, stared at his eyes, and asked thoughtfully: "Jiang Da can take your big vacation now, and he can in the future." This means that it will be difficult to fulfill your ambitions if you continue to stay at Jiangda. Melon, have you ever thought about changing places? Or a different role that allows you to fulfill your ambitions? ”
Tian Wenjian couldn't understand what he meant, but he still shook his head and said, "Director Qiao, it's not that I, Tian Wenjian, don't know how to lift, but I can't leave Jiangda now." I have long made a promise to Professor Wen about this. ”
This opportunity is not available to everyone, Chen Hongjun was anxious, couldn't help but turn around, glared at him fiercely, with an expression of hatred that iron is not steel, and asked angrily: "Melon, shouldn't it be Hulin's failed rural tax and fee reform, what shadow did it leave on you?" Don't forget that there is also a saying called this time and that time. ”
Chen Hongjun's implication is very clear, that is, Tian Wenjian gave up halfway again and again before going abroad, just because there was no one above. But now the situation has changed dramatically, the leadership has changed, Qiao Wei has also risen with it, and he has enough strength to support Tian Wenjian.
To the surprise of the two, Tian Wenjian shook his head slightly, with a solemn expression, and said solemnly: "Brother Chen, Director Qiao, I always thought that 'being an official is not for the people, it is better to go home and sell sweet potatoes', which is a true portrayal of a diligent and honest official." Now instead of looking at it that way, I find it very problematic. In my opinion, the people don't need someone to call the shots for them, but to be the real masters.
What I'm doing now is to guide people to reflect, to question, to dig into their subconscious rationality. It is important to know that the real laws and regulations are not based on absolute morality or the interests of the vast majority of people, but are the result of the constant struggle between all levels of society. The surname is the foundation of all this, without the surname of Li, we will return to the old way of repeating the cycle. ”
A true master! Why does that sound so harsh? Chen Hongjun reacted and immediately reminded: "Melon, don't forget that you are still a [***] member." ”
"The Soviet Union killed so many Trotskyists, and we killed a lot, but who can deny that they were not [***]?"
Qiao Wei suddenly laughed, took out a cigarette and lit it, and said meaningfully: "The times are advancing, and nothing can be set in stone. If that were the case, there would have been no reform and opening up, and the party program would not have been revised 15 times in succession. ”
"Xiaowei, are you saying that this kid's thinking is fine, and he is not a deeply hidden reactionary?" Chen Hongjun was in a good mood, and he actually made a joke unusually, which caused Tian Wenjian and the others to burst into laughter.
The Longjiang Yangtze River Bridge finally arrived, and the attention of the three of them was immediately attracted to the past, and Tian Wenjian even wiped the car window, trying to find out that he had fought Longjiang Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. The bridge seemed too short for a van traveling at 60 kilometers per hour, and before he could find the shipyard in his memory, the car was already on the approach bridge on the south bank.
Before he could turn around, Qiao Wei picked up the topic just now and said lightly: "Melon, from your point of view, what you are doing now is indeed very meaningful. But you also have to understand that it can't be done overnight, after all, many traditions are deeply rooted, and you can live for decades? I think you'd better seize the day. ”
"Director Qiao, I'm not a saint, and I won't say anything about who will go to hell if I don't go to hell, but someone has to do it. Besides, I really like this industry, and only this industry can give me a sense of achievement. ”
"Everyone has their own ambitions, so I won't be difficult for others."
After Qiao Wei paused, he suddenly said something that shocked the two of them: "I forgot to tell you that the third leader not only knows you, but also gives a high evaluation, so you kid will have fun." ”
"Really?" Chen Hongjun seemed to be even more excited than Tian Wenjian, staring at his eyes with an incredible expression.
"Really."
Qiao Wei nodded heavily, and confirmed with a smile: "The chief not only saw through the essence of this controversy at a glance, but also knew everything about your performance during your study in the United States. He even made a joke with me for the first time, saying that he preferred the melons of the past to the melons that were now smoothed out. ”
If it had been four years ago, Tian Wenjian would have been excited. Time has passed, and Tian Wenjian, who has been studying in the United States for so long, is no longer the Wuxia Ameng he was four years ago.
Not only under the organization of the consulate, but also together with representatives of Chinese-funded institutions and overseas Chinese, they went to the airport to greet the leaders of the countries who visited several times. I have also listened to speeches by the president, former president, and vice president of the United States at Harvard, and even asked some very pointed questions to those big people who can only be seen on TV.
Because of this, Tian Wenjian only felt a little surprised, and after thinking about it, he actually shook his head and said with a wry smile: "Standing and talking doesn't hurt my back, he is high and stays in Zhongnanhai all day long, if I really get into trouble again, can he help me, a small man who fights up, wipe his ass?" ”
"Don't say it, he's really going to wipe your ass this time."
To Tian Wenjian's surprise, Qiao Wei actually nodded and smiled: "As for what way, I don't know yet." But one thing is clear, and that is that you kid has been a blessing in disguise this time. ”
"Forget about the blessing, as long as you don't be scolded as a traitor to the Han Dynasty." Tian Wenjian breathed a sigh of relief, and couldn't help but shake his head and sigh.
Chen Hongjun glared at him fiercely, and said angrily: "So you know that it is not pleasant to be scolded? I thought you didn't care. ”
"If it's really okay for me, but I not only have relatives and friends, but also have children soon, if I always have the name of a traitor, how will I let my children go out to meet people in the future?"
"Cortana?" Chen Hongjun was stunned for a moment and couldn't help asking.
Tian Wenjian smiled knowingly, nodded and confirmed: "Yes, I just found out the day before yesterday, and I didn't sleep well for a few nights." ”
(To be continued)