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Recalling his time in Yuan City, at Pearl Manor, where he engaged in lively conversations and indulged in lavish feasts with Wei Zhuang, he still risked his life diving into the sea to harvest pearls. He remembered the Fudi, who suffered under oppression; any sign of disobedience would result in lashes from the Barbarians.
He believed these were injustices, immoral acts: "Your Highness, I do not understand why you have changed this way. But I know that deep down, people possess a scale of right and wrong, a sense of justice inherent in their hearts."
Xu Lie nodded gently, seemingly in agreement with Chen Tao's words. "You are not wrong," he said. "Exploiting the local Barbarians serves the interests of the majority. For me and Da Qian, it is justice. But for the Barbarians, it is undoubtedly injustice. If we were to speak of absolute justice, then we would be devoid of conscience."
"I am glad, Chen Tao, that you still retain your conscience." Chen Tao's eyes brightened at this, thinking he had persuaded and enlightened Xu Lie, his expression filled with fervor.
But the next moment, Xu Lie interrupted him: "What does that matter? The Fudi yield three harvests a year. While we in Da Qian thrive and multiply, we can only drive the Barbarians to cultivate the land. Once we fully develop this Fudi, it will be sufficient to feed all of Da Qian, ensuring that every citizen can have their fill."
The suffering of the local Barbarians—compared to the Da Qian people—what does it amount to? "I am neither their tribal chief nor a worshipper of their ancestral deities. As long as I can ensure that the people of Da Qian are well-fed, I am already content."
What spare energy do I have to concern myself with how the Barbarians live? "I would rather bear a lifetime of unjust accusations than deny my descendants a life of comfort!"
Xu Lie's words resonated powerfully, exuding an extraordinary spirit and sense of justice. In truth, he was merely echoing a famous saying from Professor Ai in his past life; after all, Xu Lie held these sentiments in high regard.
But Chen Tao and the audience were unaware; they felt foolishly outmatched and could not muster any flimsy arguments to counter him. Morality? Justice? To those in Da Qian who have yet to fill their stomachs, what do these concepts even mean?
Meanwhile, waves of Danmaku flooded in from the audience.
"How true! One person bears the burden, and generations enjoy the blessings! This is what Wang Qipo is all about!"
"I’m totally in love with Second Prince as a character!"
"What was the name of that other drama this actor was in? I’ve seen quite a few people talking about it, and I’m a bit interested."
Unlike Chen Tao, who harbors lofty ideals, the audience is more realistic, fully aware that reality does not speak of dreams but of benefits.
Coming from the Outer Dimension, the audience has studied history and understands that the sooner one pioneers, the sooner one gains.
They resonate deeply with Xu Lie’s perspective, which leads to a flood of Danmaku that completely obscures Xu Lie’s view.
With some adjustments, Xu Lie is able to see Chen Tao clearly again: having a conscience is one thing.
But I suggest that your conscience should be reserved for the land that gives you life and sustenance, not for outsiders.
These sharp words are like an invisible dagger, piercing through Chen Tao’s heart!
Though it was just a single sentence, Chen Tao felt as if a knife had been thrust into his chest. Instinctively, he raised his palm to cover his heart.
Could it be that, unknowingly, he has already stood on the opposing side of the world?
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