Lin Yu had read Capital and had a very clear understanding of some phenomena.
When society develops to a certain stage, war is inevitable.
There is no right or wrong in war; war is only for the plunder of resources and for the redistribution of resources. When resources are excessively occupied by a small group of people, or when some people feel that it is unfair, they will start a war or rise up in rebellion. There is nothing else to do but obtain the resources they depend on for survival, or to control enough resources.
Having arrived in Bingdong City, Lin Yu had seen through the true nature of the city and its hardships.
This city is indeed safe, with its natural altitude advantage and high city walls, making it a paradise and a safe haven that other ethnic groups yearn for.
But for the people inside the city, it was no paradise at all.
They are being exploited and suffering day and night.
They numb themselves by living each day as if it were an eternity, reminding themselves of their happiness. They get up earlier than the rooster and go to bed later than the dog. They basically endure minor illnesses and wait to die on the spot when they get serious illnesses.
There was absolutely no sense of happiness to be found.
"So, this is what you call peace and prosperity?"
Lin Yu stared into Xu Huailie's eyes and questioned him calmly.
Xu Huailie frowned, but his expression remained completely normal.
“Young man, you have no right to criticize me. You also come from China, and you should know that all dynasties over the past thousands of years have followed this path!”
"And I, Xu Huailie, have been able to rule this city for hundreds of years, keeping it standing strong. That is my achievement. You should not criticize me, and you have no right to!"
Lin Yu nodded. "You also used the word 'rule'! So, you treat the people like cattle and horses, you and the nobles cut off all resources and upward mobility, seize this force and power, and then flaunt your power, enjoying the pleasure of exploitation. You even shamelessly and smugly do what you consider peace!"
"Then let me ask you a question!"
Lin Yu said calmly, "If one day, a powerful nation and a powerful king are born outside the city walls, with strength far greater than yours, when they invade the city, how many of these people will be willing to take the lead in protecting this city for you? How many will take up arms and fight together against the foreign invaders?"
Everyone was stunned.
Xu Huailie's face was extremely pale.
Because the answer is self-evident.
Xu Huailie gritted his teeth and said, "Young man, stop misleading people. Do you know how terrible the outside world is? It's a world where people eat each other. People are in constant war. Even if life is tough, so what? It's still better than those displaced refugees, isn't it? You should know how to be grateful!"
Lin Yu shook his head. "They shouldn't be grateful to you or the five major families. They should be grateful to themselves. They are a group of kind people. As long as they have food to eat, they won't cause trouble. You should be grateful for your own hard work and diligence. Do things honestly and live your lives steadily! The prosperity of this city is not protected by powerful people like you, but maintained by these hardworking people!"
"You nobles live a life of luxury, while they eat dirt and struggle to find so-called happiness in scraps and the cracks of the world! Even if they complain, they swallow their grievances and endure their mistreatment!"
"It is their constant patience that has maintained the status quo today. Therefore, they are the greatest contributors to this city!"
"The honor of Bingdong City belongs to the people!" Lin Yu's voice suddenly rose.
This is what he saw, heard, and felt during his several days in Bingdong City.
He knew that if things continued like this, the people of Bingdong City would eventually collapse, so he didn't mind popping the balloon today.
The people present were so moved by Lin Yu's words that they trembled with emotion and burst into tears.
How long has it been?
How long has it been since someone stood up and spoke out for them?
It's been a very, very long time, so long that I've lost count and become numb to it.
They lived a life of ignominy under oppression.
Faced with power, they were powerless and unable to contend with the five major families. They could only endure it or express their dissatisfaction by not having children.
But so what?
They've become accustomed to it; they don't care about the lives of ordinary people. Once classes have formed and the situation is irreversible, they've only intensified their exploitation.
"Gods!"
"Great God!"
Someone shouted something, and immediately others raised their hands in agreement. In no time, everyone was shouting and staring intently at the young man.
That powerful young man who dared to confront the city lord and the five great families!
Such a great person, what else could he be but a god?
Xu Huailie's face was extremely grim.
The word "god" came from outside the wall; in other countries of Jambudvipa, great people are called gods.
A deity is the most powerful being in a nation, but there is an additional condition: that is, ...
During his many years as the city lord, no one had ever called him a god. He never expected that this young man would receive such an honor upon his arrival.
In fact, that's how ordinary people are. They know in their hearts who treats them well, and whoever treats them well is their savior!
"You've gone mad! Are you trying to rebel?"
"Guards, arrest everyone who's causing a disturbance!"
"You lowly people, we've given you a safe environment and food, and you still dare to complain!"
"This is utterly ungrateful!"
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