Chapter 763 Why?
“That’s it…?!”
Frankly speaking, seeing the crowd disperse, Fubao began to doubt his life.
Originally, she was ready to show off the toughness of the Xu family here, that is, the people of the Xu family are all good at fighting.
But in the end, she had just said a few words and sat at the gate of the county government office for a while when all the people who had gathered there dispersed.
What about demanding the release of Chu Xiuyan?
Why did it start off well but end badly?
“Boring!”
Fubao returned to the county government office feeling somewhat depressed.
Before coming out, she still thought that Chu Xiuyan was an honest and good official, and had a very high prestige in Maoyuan County. The people loved him very much, but the fact hurt Fubao very much. The people actually abandoned Chu Xiuyan.
That doesn't make sense!
"Mother Cai, can you tell me what's going on?"
"Chu Xiuyan has a good reputation as an official in Maoyuan County. The people have gathered here. Why did they disperse so easily?"
"I can't figure this out either!"
Mother Cai was even more puzzled than Fubao.
Originally, she had been prepared to do whatever it took, but in the end, things took a sudden turn for the worse, and she almost vomited blood.
"Is it true that good people don't get rewarded?"
The people of Maoyuan County dispersed, and Fubao was quite disappointed.
Although it is a tricky thing for the people to gather in large numbers, at least it is in line with Fubao’s values, that is, there will always be rewards for your efforts.
But in fact, Chu Xiuyan did a lot for the people of Maoyuan County, but in the end, he was abandoned so completely.
Where is your conscience?
Won’t it hurt?
Fubao returned to the county government office, sat there for a while, and then went to the county jail again. She had to talk to Chu Xiuyan.
Before, Fu Bao wanted to use the philosophical question that has troubled many people in later generations to embarrass Chu Xiuyan. Now thinking about it, this is indeed a bit inhumane.
Chu Xiuyan was a good official, but he had a different stance, so he stood on the opposite side of her. Putting all that aside, just looking at Chu Xiuyan's experience as an official, Fubao admired him.
Honest officials and good officials serve the people and work for the people.
There are many officials in this world, but only one can achieve what Chu Xiuyan has. However, even such a Chu Xiuyan was abandoned by the people of Maoyuan County.
Fubao felt unfair for Chu Xiuyan and felt aggrieved for him.
"That's it?"
In the prison, Chu Xiuyan was also amused after hearing what Fubao said.
"Although you, County Master Defu, are exceptionally intelligent, you still don't understand the people's hearts!"
“The sage has words; the people can be made to follow them, but they cannot be made to understand them.”
"The common people are a very simple group of people. You say they know right from wrong, and they do understand it. But if you ask them to fight for what they think is right, it will be too difficult."
"Why?"
Fubao looked at Chu Xiuyan humbly and asked for advice with an open mind.
"Because, fear!"
"For most people, all they want is to survive. As long as they don't starve to death and can make ends meet, then what they are best at is to accept whatever comes their way."
"They won't resist until they can no longer survive!"
“Besides that, it’s hard for people to have their own opinions.”
"The county lord asked them to nominate a few leaders. So, who should they nominate? If the county lord doesn't tell them who they can nominate, they won't make a choice."
"Even those so-called respected people will not stand up unless their vital interests are involved."
"Because standing up means responsibility and trouble."
"This time, I was captured by the county lord, who represents Marquis Wucheng and Earl Yongwu. You could even say she represents the imperial court."
"For the people, it doesn't really matter who you represent. They just need to know that they can't afford to offend you."
"Under such circumstances, if you ask them to come out and fight you for me, do you think they dare?"
Chu Xiuyan saw it very clearly.
After hearing his story, Fubao finally understood and realized it.
People!
Why is this happening?
Chu Xiuyan's sage said, "The people can be made to follow their own will, but they cannot be made to understand it." At first glance, this makes perfect sense. But why don't the people dare to resist?
Isn’t it because they don’t understand?
Their fear stems from their lack of understanding of the court's laws, their lack of understanding of officialdom, and even their lack of understanding of the power they themselves possess.
Therefore, this time, Chu Xiuyan was abandoned by the people. It was not the sorrow of the people, nor was it the sorrow of Chu Xiuyan, but the sorrow of the entire society.
Whether it is the common people or Chu Xiuyan, they are all victims of this farce.
They themselves were the ones who caused all this.
The people were afraid to understand, and Chu Xiuyan and others were unwilling to explain.
"Been taught a lesson!"
Fubao got the answer from Chu Xiuyan. Although the answer was one-sided, it helped him find the direction to see the truth.
"Master Defu, regarding those two questions, could you please tell me your choice?"
After answering Fubao's question, Chu Xiuyan also took the opportunity to ask his own questions.
“I don’t choose this!”
Considering that Chu Xiuyan was still a good official, Fubao did not continue to torture him.
“Don’t choose!”
Chu Xiuyan was stunned for a moment, but felt a little confused. What kind of answer was this?
But the confusion in his heart only lasted for a moment, and he widened his eyes and understood Fubao's meaning in an instant.
Yes, why should we choose?
Hypothetical question, is it necessary to choose?
Even if we take a step back and say that we really encounter such a situation where we need to make a choice, human instinct will allow us to make the choice at the first moment, and there is no need to worry about it at all.
Because, at that critical moment, it is impossible for you to think rationally and weigh the pros and cons.
"My Lord, your advice is profound. I appreciate your guidance!"
Chu Xiuyan bowed to Fubao.
At this moment, he finally understood why Fubao overturned the table when he threatened her for the second time.
Because Fubao did not choose according to his limited conditions, but directly overturned the table.
Rules and regulations always restrict those who follow the rules, while those who do not follow the rules have no rules in their eyes. The rules you set do not limit others, but instead confine yourself within these rules.
This time, I don’t blame myself for losing, it’s really not unfair.
"If the county lady wants to know anything about Nightingale, please feel free to ask. I will keep my promise and tell you everything I know!"
I will accept defeat!
Chu Xiuyan is very particular about this point.
Of course, based on what he just realized, he could actually regret it.
But if he really regretted it, then he would no longer be Chu Xiuyan!
A real man knows what to do and what not to do in life.
(End of this chapter)
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