Chapter Forty-Eight

Li Nan explained, "That's not what I meant. I just wanted to say that it's different. We should value a person's life."

For example, if sacrificing a monkey could save a person's life, I would choose to sacrifice the monkey. You might say that I'm too cruel.

The only problem is that monkeys can't have real conversations with us, but do they really not understand us at all? I don't think so; they probably do.

I know a couple who had a dog and treated it exceptionally well, like their own child. They even let the dog onto their bed and sleep with them.

They had raised that dog for many years and had a very good relationship with it. Every time they took the dog out for a walk, they would tell people that their dog didn't bite.

But later I heard that in their sleep, the dog bit them to death, it really killed them. So, what people say is often meaningless.

When they walk their dogs, they tell passersby who are afraid of their dogs that their dogs don't bite. What's their purpose? To get some peace and quiet, or for their own benefit.

The dog and they were so close, yet it killed them, and they still say their dog doesn't bite—it's a joke. You know what? This is a real case, someone I actually know in real life, not a made-up story.

You say that cats, dogs, ants, pigs, cows, sheep, and the like are ultimately not part of our species. You're just guessing that they can understand you, but what's the truth? It can't be verified.

Just like those who worship gods and claim they are very effective, imagine a large ship sinking at sea. Only a few people survived, and those who survived were believers in God, but many of those who died were also believers in God.

Those who survived became increasingly superstitious, believing they were protected by God, but in reality, it was just good luck and survivor bias.

The same applies to interactions with other animals. For example, when a dolphin kisses you, it's actually just a way of trying to mate with you; that's its true intention.

You think dolphins are so cute, and you felt happy and honored to be kissed by one. Actually, you're mistaken.

Furthermore, there was a time when someone protested to protect tigers, only to be eaten by one. Yet, many people continued to protest against harming tigers, and those who protested the most were the ones who got eaten by tigers.

Human nature is so ugly. Such unreasonable and domineering people can only oppress good people. They can't harm the bad people at all, since bad people are very good at protecting themselves.

The interactions between animals are often driven by bestial instincts. Many people say that cannibalism is something that cannot be brought to light and is extremely cruel in private. However, some animals, where the mother eats her dead offspring, not the living ones, make humans even more cruel.

In my opinion, this view is completely wrong. So, if a mother gives birth to a stillborn child, is it okay for her to eat the child?

Could you accept this situation happening? I certainly couldn't. I don't think other animals are any better than us humans.

After all, if it really were the end of the world and all kinds of animals could communicate with each other, I think the other animals would definitely not be very friendly to humans.

Why is eating one's own child considered forgivable? Besides, the animal didn't lack food; it was being raised.

Its choice to do this demonstrates its low moral character. Some humans might argue that there are far more disgusting things people are capable of doing than this.

They're all equally disgusting and rotten, so why insist on ranking them? They're both bad. It's like some mentally ill people trying to rationalize their intentional acts of harm.

I think one of the better things about humans compared to other animals is that we pay more attention to etiquette and set standards. I don't think having high moral standards is a bad thing.

Some things are simply forbidden. For example, if I were to go to ancient times and be on a journey to escape famine, I would not eat human flesh. I would rather starve to death than cross that line.

What's wrong with cannibalism? It's too disgusting. I believe there are still many people in this world who do not condone cannibalism, and dead fetuses should be properly buried.

Just as many people deliberately romanticize the paths they didn't take, feeling they made the wrong choice, in reality, most people will regret whatever they choose, because what they can't have is always the best.

Humans are indeed more advanced than other animals. That's my view. In the beginning, we were indeed similar to ordinary animals, unaware of propriety, morality, and shame. We went out naked and didn't know how to wear clothes.

Similarly, we are also governed by desires. I think we are far ahead in spirit, far surpassing other animals.

We've done a good job, so why can't we be proud? Our ancestors' hard work over so many years has brought us to where we are today. Can we let them down? Of course not.

It's good to leave some good fortune behind. Although I consider humans superior to other animals, I wouldn't harm them indiscriminately. As fellow inhabitants of this planet, they might have some extraordinary encounters in the future.

Moreover, some animals do possess a certain level of intelligence, like parrots, which can mimic human speech and produce human language. Compared to us, they aren't that far off.

Xu Weiwei shook her head and said, "If you compare the negative aspects of animals with those of humans, then they definitely can't compare. That's too arbitrary and one-sided."

You should know that many animals surpass humans in certain virtues. For example, the loyalty of wolves to their mates is unmatched by humans; the friendliness and care penguins show towards their own kind is beyond human comprehension; and when faced with wasps, the shorter-lived bees will charge ahead, bravely sacrificing themselves. In this respect, they also surpass many humans.

Don't these excellent qualities deserve praise? Of course they do. Don't they deserve encouragement? Of course they do. Don't they deserve emulation? Of course they do.

I think you've really gone astray without realizing it. Just like when I was deeply involved in the fandom of shipping couples, I met a BL fan who actually paired her favorite character with a male mistress, a domestic abuser, and a married man.

When it comes to shipping couples, this person has absolutely no bottom line. Does this person really love their idol that much? They did spend money, but what they did was absolutely disgusting.

If I were this person's real target, my first thought would be to get as far away from them as possible. No matter how much money you offer me, I wouldn't want it. You're trash, a scumbag.

Why would someone have to pair themselves up with such a scumbag? Isn't that just plain crazy? Of course, the truth is, this person genuinely loves their idol; they're not fake, and they're not a hater.

I couldn't understand these kinds of people at all, but after seeing more of them, I came to understand. I know a couple where the husband deliberately gave his wife away to other men to play with, enjoying the thought of his wife cheating on him. I just think that the world is full of wonders.

I have absolutely no respect or understanding for this kind of scum. Let him rot in his own corner and stop harming good people. He should be bound to this position forever.

I'm the same way. If a celebrity I like pursues me and wants to date me, my first thought is that he's not good enough for me. He's so dirty, how could he be worthy of being with me?

Boy bands almost always engage in bromance marketing, deliberately creating those CP (couple) dynamics. Actors almost always film romantic scenes, and there are many on-screen couples.

How could I, a semi-amateur, dare to trust the sincerity of someone so adept at deceiving emotions? Yes, in my opinion, the streamer is a semi-amateur.

Of course, now that I'm recording variety shows, I'm considered to have entered the entertainment industry and am no longer an ordinary person, but that was indeed my original thought.

But love is different. I know very well that he has many people who have confessed to him, including people in the industry. Even if he has never been in a real relationship, he is not exactly innocent.

If all the things he did were done on another man, I would absolutely loathe him, thinking he was incredibly promiscuous and dirty. I would never be with someone like that; I would feel he was unworthy of me.

But I don't mind him doing things that I find unacceptable. I still love him very much and don't think he's dirty. On the contrary, I feel that it's my honor if he's willing to be with me. He's good enough for me, and it's completely my fault for being too good for him.

I'm so hypocritical; love has made me such a stranger. I really, really want him to love me too.

Li Nan twisted her neck, rolled her eyes, shook her head, and said speechlessly, "Some love-struck women only start to side with outsiders after they get married. You two are still strangers, with no connection whatsoever."

They're so fixated on it, practically ready to throw themselves at it immediately—that's completely unnecessary. I really want to say, be kinder to yourself, and a little harsher to others.

If he doesn't love you, are you going to die for him? Can't people live without love? Of course not, I certainly can't.

I've already decided to stay single for life; I don't really need love at all. Besides, since you've already thought that way, why are you backing down?

Be more proactive. The worst outcome is still the same. Even if you stall for time, if he doesn't love you, no matter how long you drag it out, he still won't love you.

It's better to be straightforward and talk to him clearly as soon as possible. That way, if he loves you, you can be with him sooner. Otherwise, you'll be at a disadvantage.

Human life is finite, so cherish the time you have. If you love each other, don't always test each other; make things clear quickly. Even if you love the one more, you won't lose out if you're together; on the contrary, you'll gain.

In love, the one who gives more is truly better, because even if you break up, when you think about how you've given your all, you can accept the bad outcome.

You won't feel regret or pity. You can simply leave without a second thought. Isn't that great?

Xu Weiwei shook her head and said, "That's not true at all. No one in a relationship would want to break up, nor would they care about the gains and losses after a breakup, unless they don't love each other that much anymore, then they would think so much."

I think it's normal to test someone in a relationship, it's just hard to keep your mouth shut, and what you say is often the opposite of what you mean.

Also, you're wrong. I know very clearly that I love the one more. If I'm lucky enough to be with him and he chooses to leave me in the end, I will die.

I would feel that this world is meaningless to me, and I might as well die. Living is too much suffering, and I can't live without him. On the contrary, if he continues to disagree with being with me, I will have the motivation to live.

Because I will keep pursuing him, hoping that one day he will suddenly fall in love with me. I also believe in love growing over time, and I don't want to fall into complete despair.

Li Nan said speechlessly, "If he leaves you, he might get back together with you. If you just choose to leave this world, wouldn't you be missing that opportunity?"

Xu Weiwei shook her head and said, "I know myself. I'm very fragile and not that strong. If he left me for the first time, I wouldn't be able to hold on. Death would be the best ending for me."

Of course, I probably won't die, since I wouldn't dare commit suicide. I'm just saying I'd really want to die, and I'd hope I'd suddenly die soon.

Li Nan said earnestly, "You know what? Often, what you're experiencing isn't really suicide, but rather a longing for love. I understand you; you want him to love you. Well, good luck."