Grandpa fell and had surgery, then was discharged. I arranged a caregiver in advance, had a car pick him up downstairs, and two people carried him upstairs—all for just 300 yuan, saving effort and trouble without owing favors.

As a result, my grandpa absolutely refused, personally called my dad, and summoned three relatives to help.
At noon, we arranged a table at a nearby restaurant, with cigarettes, alcohol, and dishes totaling nearly 2000 yuan.
Throughout the process, I still had to act like a junior, constantly thanking and toasting.
Afterward, my dad proudly boasted to me: “See, one phone call and people show up. Not as reliable as you finding strangers?”
I really... have no energy to complain.
Spending 2000 yuan to buy favors feels like a gain; spending 300 yuan to buy peace of mind feels like a loss.
Is this the difference in thinking between two generations?