Chapter 78 Delightful Conversation

  Indeed, some things on the body may not be seen clearly by outsiders, and it can be said that Feng Si Zhe has also revealed many things with one sentence. It is also a refutation of Duan Jiang He's words.

  Du Jianghe didn't expect Feng Siche's words to be so sharp, and he didn't know how to respond coldly. He just smiled and let it pass. As for the Soviet Union, he didn't dare make any conclusions now. However, since Feng Siche said this was a good opportunity, why not let his son try with some money? After all, through Feng Siche's son, Duan Yunpeng, they had already made a lot of money. Even if they lost this time, it wouldn't be a big deal. Doing business and fighting wars are sometimes the same; winning or losing is just a normal part of life. One shouldn't take it too seriously. Those who only know how to win but not lose often seem glorious on the surface, but in reality, this kind of personality is extremely fragile.

  It's not typical of Du Jiang to seriously discuss something that may or may not happen. Although he will later become a high-ranking official and broaden his horizons, for now, as the deputy secretary of the Kyoto Municipal Committee, his vision is still limited, and his scope is not very large, mainly confined to this small area of Kyoto.

  No discussion of the Soviet Union, the atmosphere between the two sides improved a lot later. Duan Jianghe was concerned about many things related to Feng Sizi studying abroad and also about Zhao Mingyuan's physical condition.

  Feng Siche looked at Duan Jianghe with a completely paternal concern for the growth of the younger generation, and he was also very happy. After all, deepening this kind of personal feeling was Feng Siche's main purpose in coming to the Duan family. Therefore, regarding the questions raised by Duan Jianghe, he answered them one by one, even mentioning some differences between the British and Chinese education systems and the Silk Road. He didn't expect that after listening to his words, people would immediately put reforming the national system on the agenda. Rather, he wanted to lay the groundwork for these issues in advance, so that when Duan Jianghe became the head of the State Council in the future, he would have a certain understanding and foundation for education reform.

  As expected, many of the advanced foreign teaching methods mentioned by Feng Sizi were of great interest to Duan Jianghe. He asked many questions in detail until he got a more detailed answer from Feng Sizi, and then nodded his head with a hint of satisfaction on his face.

  The two of them sat there chatting for more than three hours, discussing everything from global economics to military affairs and cultural geography. As they talked, Duan Jianghe deeply felt that Feng Sizi's knowledge was extremely broad, with unique insights in many areas. He couldn't help but look up to Feng Sizi, while also having other thoughts in his mind. "Hmm, Xiao Zhe, as far as I know, you've already graduated from the Central Youth League, right? What do you think? Do you have any ideas? If you want to come work at the Kyoto Municipal Committee, I still have some say in the matter."

  He leaned back on the sofa and suddenly looked extremely relaxed.

  Feng Siche was taken aback, and then he saw that Duan Jianghe's calm and gentle appearance hid a hint of probing in his eyes. He guessed that the other party was testing his own thoughts, and immediately responded, "Thank you, Uncle Duan, for your kindness, but personally, I'd like to go down and temper myself a bit more. Since returning from abroad, I've been in Beijing all along, and I feel that my horizons are somewhat narrow. If I were to suddenly settle in Kyoto, I might not fully understand or cherish this hard-won happy life." Feng Siche quickly gave Duan Jianghe an answer after a brief moment of consideration.

  "Oh, you want to go to the countryside? That's really tough!" Hearing Feng Sicheng wanting to go to the countryside for training, Duan Jianghe felt a deep understanding of his thoughts while also having some doubts. Can a child like Feng Sicheng, who has always grown up in a comfortable environment, really withstand the hardships of the countryside? And isn't Zhao Mingyuan extremely fond of his own grandson, can he bear to let him leave his side?

  "Haha, it's only by suffering that one can become a superior person. Since I'm still young, I'd like to go to the grassroots level for some training. Besides, my grandfather has already agreed." Feng Sicheng seemed to have seen through Duan Jianghe's thoughts and responded with a clear and logical answer, patiently explaining everything.

  "I see, well, going to the underground training is also good. Sometimes looking from below can have a different mindset too. Hehe, okay, no matter where you go, I personally support you. With your relationship with Yunpeng, come home often and sit down, of course, if there's anything that needs my help, just say it. After today's chat, I feel like we really click, haha." Duan Jianghe finally said the words that Feng Sichao had been wanting to hear since he arrived after hesitating for a moment.

  Jiang He accepted himself, Feng Si Zhe hurriedly stood up and said with a respectful face, "Thank you, Uncle Duan, for your appreciation. In the future, I'm afraid it will be inevitable to trouble you."

  "Haha, okay, okay." Looking at Feng Sichao who was chasing after him with a snake stick, Duan Jianghe couldn't help but think that this might be a trap set by Feng Sichao all along, waiting for him to say something like that. But thinking about it, how could someone as young as 23 have such deep tactics? If he had learned it from his family, Zhao Mingyuan was good at fighting, but when it came to cunning, he was far inferior. It was really unknown who had taught Feng Sichao to be so calculating.

  He can't take back what he said now, and he still sincerely admires Feng Si Zhe from the bottom of his heart. He also thinks highly of such a young and talented person. Maybe forming a deep friendship with someone like him who shares similar thoughts is a good thing too.

  Duan Jianghe smiled and had already made up his mind, but out of politeness he invited Feng Siche to stay for dinner.

  Feng Siche realized that this was a gesture of sending guests off, and since it was his first time at Duan's house, he hadn't prepared any gifts. After being invited to stay for dinner, he felt somewhat at a loss, so he hastily bowed his head and apologized, saying that his grandfather was still waiting for him at home, and next time he came to the Duan's house, he would definitely bring some gifts and be a more proper guest.

  Watching Feng Sizhe being so polite, Duan Jianghe nodded repeatedly and then waved his hand to let Duan Yunpeng see Feng Sizhe off on his behalf.

  Finally left the Duan family's large courtyard, Feng Si Zhe let out a long breath in his heart. Although he had been extremely natural in his behavior for the past few hours, only heaven knew how careful he had been all along, weighing every word before speaking, afraid that if he wasn't careful, he would lose points in front of Duan Jiang He. Now thinking about it, everything was still fine, at least there were no obvious loopholes.

  "Wow, Feng Shao, I say you're awesome! You were able to have a lively conversation with my father for several hours, which is unprecedented among young people. I admire you!" Duan Yunpeng got into the Crown car and immediately changed his cautious and serious expression from earlier in the villa, laughing loudly and giving Feng Sicheng a thumbs up.

  "Hehe, don't tease me anymore. It's mainly because Uncle Duan is down-to-earth and doesn't put on airs, so we chatted for a while." Feng Sicheng quietly gave Duan Jianghe a pat on the back, throwing his own performance to the back of his mind. He just didn't want others to gossip about him; being too young and becoming the center of attention wasn't necessarily a good thing.

  "Ah, it's not easy for young people to win without being arrogant, hehe. I think the sky is getting late too, why don't we head back home later? Let's go find a place to eat something first. How about that? Why don't we go to the newly established Chang'an Leisure Center?" Duan Yunpeng said while starting the car, and his eyes occasionally glanced at Feng Sichao sitting in the passenger seat.