Chapter 377 Nursery Rhymes Inspire Philosophy
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Chapter 377: Chapter 377 Nursery Rhymes Inspire PhilosophyChiang Qing was startled by Cheng Suās sudden harshness, feeling a slight panic in her heart, but when she looked again, that severity had disappeared, as if it had been merely an illusion.
Despite that, Chiang Qing was still somewhat shocked. How could a village girl from the countryside possess such an imposing aura?
"However, speaking of misunderstandings, there actually is one." Cheng Su suddenly continued, "I heard from Old Qi that Miss Chiang knew about Old Qiās birthday and even went out of her way to bring a gift?" SŃarch* The NovelĘire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.
Chiang Qingās heart skipped a beat, but she quickly composed herself and said, "Well, I did it out of gratitude for all the support Commander Qi gave us when our medical team was deployed to the countryside. It was also a gesture on behalf of our medical team."
"Doctor Chiang, youāre taking it too seriously. We are all colleagues, and itās only right to lend a hand to one another; thereās no need for such gratitude. As long as the sentiment is received, thatās all that matters. But Doctor Chiang, you went so far as to send an expensive gift, which canāt help but make people think more about it." Cheng Suās lips curled slightly, it was unclear whether in a cold smile or sarcasm.
"Letās not mention that Doctor Chiang, an unmarried woman, is giving an expensive gift to a married man in private. Just that alone is problematic. What would people think if they found out? Might they say that Doctor Chiang has ulterior motives, not just the wine?" Cheng Su glanced at her coldly and continued, "Originally, the help Old Qi provided was part of his duty. If he accepted such a gift, Iām afraid the leaders above might think heās arrogant and unclean for wanting a payoff for a minor deed. Isnāt that akin to taking a bribe? For a soldier, focusing on integrity is definitely important, not to mention oneās personal reputation. So, Doctor Chiang, donāt make this mistake again next time. Otherwise, if Old Qi ends up with a bad influence because of this, it wonāt be easy to handle. Surely Doctor Chiang wouldnāt want to see Old Qiās future hindered, right?"
Chiang Qingās face darkened as she said, "It was just a small gift, Sister-in-law Qi is making too much of it."
"Not sure if Doctor Chiang has heard of a little story?" Cheng Su glanced at her.
"What story?"
"In Ancient England, there was a famous nursery rhyme that went like this: āFor want of a nail, the shoe was lost; for want of a shoe, the horse was lost; for want of a horse, the rider was lost; for want of a rider, the battle was lost; for want of a battle, the kingdom was lost.ā " Cheng Su spoke slowly, "The literal meaning of this, Doctor Chiang, being an educated person, presumably doesnāt need me to explain, right? You see, just because of a missing nail, it led to the loss of a kingdom, quite unthinkable, isnāt it? But it indeed was a little nail that triggered a series of subsequent effects. Do you still think that itās just a small gift and irrelevant?"
Chiang Qing stood there in a daze. She hadnāt expected Cheng Su to recite such a philosophical story, and one she hadnāt heard of before.
"If Doctor Chiang still doesnāt understand, then referring to it as ābutterfly effectā wouldnāt be too far-fetched. We must never underestimate a small action. Lesser characters have their significant uses, and small actions can lead to a series of effects. What those actions eventually lead to depends on what those actions are." Cheng Su smiled, but the warmth did not reach her eyes.
Having said that, Cheng Su glanced at her watch and said, "Oh dear, look at me, talking and losing track of time. Iām truly sorry for holding you up, Doctor Chiang. Youād better go on duty now, and I should head back to the company. Goodbye then."