Knight of the Blue Lagoon (The Past of Tao v)

46. ​​Axiom:

Fairness in Blue Lake lies in human beings, and justice in the world lies in people’s hearts.

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People taking to the streets can be roughly divided into three categories. The first category is the innocent people who were bewitched by the sorcerers, accounting for the majority. They just followed the trend and took to the streets in a daze. Maybe they just wanted to improve their own luck and did not damage anything. Others were handymen and part-time workers from large families. They started out just for petty gains, and some even smashed them in order to get more money. There were hundreds of them. There are also some local gangsters and hooligan gangs. They are hooligans with no real job. They have no bottom line. They smash and injure people. They are the most destructive. There are more than a hundred people.

The Confucian scholars were ordered to compensate according to the losses. Those who could not compensate were sent to the frontier fortress, and reward orders were issued to those housekeepers who were hiding, so that they did not dare to show up again and could only survive in secret.

These thugs were cleared out openly and fairly, and the people were all happy. After struggling for so long, the big squire family behind them lost money and people. The losses were not small. They were not willing to suffer losses. They came to the state capital secretly. The state governor did not expect that the Ministry of War would send someone, so they could only report it.

Confucian scholars also found out that the rumor first came from a sorcerer in Chenzhou. After spreading to the south, it evolved into a ballad. Everyone knew that some wealthy squires were behind the operation, and their housekeepers could not be found, so they could only find this. After listening to the Confucian scholar's report, the Minister of Rites felt mixed. On the one hand, he understood that there must be someone behind these wealthy squire families, and he roughly guessed who they were. Even if there was evidence, there was nothing he could do against them. On the other hand, in this trial, he was very satisfied with the performance of the Confucian scholars. They knew the law well, were fair and loved the people. If Chao Gang could be revitalized, they would become the pillars of the country when they entered the dynasty. Dao Zhi knew in his heart that this matter was not that simple. Everything was actually a policy adopted by the Xilu Kingdom. They would not end it so easily. They were looking for another opportunity and created opportunities when there was no opportunity.

On the way back, I passed by the street and saw the wealthy squires whispering to each other in the teahouse.

Suosuo was very angry:"These people have a lot of food and pay less taxes. Those who hide behind them are even more hateful.""

"These people had the backing of the minister, were always alert, had certain local influence, were large in number, and were far away from the eastern capital, so the court could not do anything to them for the time being."Li Lai

"They are all moths from Dongfu Country."Sosuo

"In the past, the country gentry was able to set new trends and help the victims in times of disaster. They stabilized the people for the court. In recent decades, the power of the ministers has been corrupted. There are more and more bad gentry, and it is difficult for good gentry to survive. The evil gentry are only interested in profit, oppressing the people, and can avoid danger by any means. Behind the wealth of these people is full of blood. Even if they are willing to leave Dongfu Country with their wealth, it will be a blessing."Li Lai was also helpless.

"They still want to be stable and comfortable after taking advantage of others, so they cannot take advantage of them."Sosuo

"Yes, sooner or later, the imperial court will have to rectify the situation, and the rectification needs to be from top to bottom. Things have to be prioritized, so let them live comfortably for a few more days."Li Lai

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Ever since the former Minister of War was killed and the Minister of Hubu left the court, Xilu Kingdom was worried about changes coming to Blue Lake. They would never allow changes led by others, especially Dongfu Kingdom, which they classified as disobedient. The countries agreed that they should be restrained. After a series of discussions, the Xilu Army suggested taking positive actions. Civil servants believed that they could take action from within. After the attempt to create internal unrest failed, the Xilu Kingdom discussed it again and discussed further He stepped up his strategy to restrict Dongfu Country, and finally decided to ban Dongfu Country's grain trade on the Blue Lake from the outside in. He then began to lobby other countries. Xilu Country often used this method to punish countries he considered disobedient.

Grain trade is the main source of the treasury of Dongfu Kingdom, and farming is the foundation of Dongfu Country. The purpose of this ban is very clear, which is to completely destroy Dongfu Country’s farming industry, thereby defeating Dongfu Country and forcing Dongfu Country to permanently Sincerely convinced.

The turmoil in the south came to an end for the time being. Soon after, the imperial court promulgated the House Code, which stipulated that if anyone in the mansion instigated and disturbed the lives of the people, the mansion and the government would withdraw the court's favor and impose heavy penalties. The arrogance of the big squire families was effectively curbed. The ballad had a big impact on Su Su's heart, and she couldn't let go of what happened in the south. She always believed that it was because of her that the riots in the south occurred. Despite Dao's explanation and her father's comfort, she still believed that it was because of her that they found her. Excuse. The Xilu Kingdom is about to impose a food ban on the Dongfu Kingdom, which will only make Susu's heart worse. She originally thought that it would not last long as Dao Zhi and the others said, but now it seems that they were wrong and began to believe that she was An unknown person entered the dynasty and affected the fate of the country. It was she who caused the suffering of the people of Dongfu Country. She felt increasingly guilty towards the people. Su Su, who was depressed that day, returned to the hut and saw her father in class, so Su Su went to prepare lunch.

Looking at the Blue Lake in the distance, shrouded in gray mist, the sky and the earth were hazy. The waves of the Blue Lake never stopped. Mr. Yan turned around and asked the students:"You will play for Dongfu Kingdom in the future. What do you think of the Blue Lake today?" ?"

"In today's Blue Lake, there are differences among the countries. Xilu is superior in every aspect. Countries regard Xilu as a model. Xilu established the Blue Lake order, and all countries coexist under his rule.." one student replied

"So what principles does the Blue Lake Order follow?"Lao Yan asked.

The students thought for a moment, and another student replied:"It should be based on the principle of putting the interests of Xilu State first."

"The interests of the Xulu Kingdom are the main ones, but what about the interests of other countries?"Mr. Yan.

The students discussed:

"The interests of all countries are the same. If Xulu is good, all other countries will be good too."

"Xiluguo will not harm the interests of other countries"

"Well, other countries can only seek benefits under the interests of Xilu Country"

"If the interests are different, all countries must give priority to the interests of Shilu State"

"Putting the interests of other countries first is unfair to the people of this country"

"It's unfair. If it's unfair, there will be conflicts. That's why there are constant conflicts in Blue Lake now."

"Teacher, isn’t there fairness and justice between countries?"A student asked.

Mr. Yan walked slowly and listened carefully to the students' discussion. He said:"Countries are different from each other. There are kings in the country. The king governs the people through the laws established by the court, and the people live according to the law. , those who violate the law will be tried by officials at all levels of the Ministry of Justice, and those who violate the law will be restrained and punished by the king. If the king wants to sit firmly, he must win the hearts and minds of the people. For the people of the country, the king presides over justice. But the relationship between countries is a natural process. In the absence of another binding force, the most powerful country, Xilu, can punish other countries, but it is not responsible for the people of other countries. For other countries, being irresponsible is not true. Managers use force to manage but not take care of things. Laws and regulations are fair and just, but laws that are unreasonable will lead to chaos.

The exchanges between the countries are in a state of disorder, following the laws of nature, like water flowing to low places, and there is no good grass under the big trees. It has been recorded in our ancient books for a long time. In Chapter 11 of Mozi, it is mentioned in the same chapter:"I understand that the reason why the world is in chaos is that there is no chief executive." (I understand that the reason why the world is in chaos is that there is no chief executive.) ). It is natural for countries to have no managers, and there is no real power beyond all countries to deal with conflicts among countries fairly and justly. Although the Blue Lake countries have the Blue Lake Treaty, they do not follow the rules and laws because this treaty is neither fair nor unjust.

It’s unfair because the Treaty was enacted by one country, Serulu, to safeguard the interests of one country, not for the development of the entire Blue Lake. The essence of unfairness is that the treaty is based on the principle of law of the jungle. The powerful seek the greatest interests. The benefits obtained vary according to the strength of the country. The weak have always been exploited. Just like animals in nature, antelopes eat grass and wild dogs eat antelopes. When wolves come, wild dogs can only give up antelopes to wolves. When tigers appear, both wolves and wild dogs must give up antelopes to tigers. Everyone living together understands that if the antelope is eaten, the wolf will eat the wild dog, and the tiger will eat the antelope, wild dog and wolf. If the antelope, wild dog and wolf are eaten, the tiger will eventually starve. This is A natural law of survival. Nowadays, there are similar levels among the Blue Lake countries. The Xilu Kingdom is like the tiger. He is the most powerful. His survival depends on eating antelopes, wild dogs and wolves."

"Teacher, are our Dongfu country those antelopes?"The student asked.

Mr. Yan glanced at the Blue Lake in the distance and returned his gaze to the student:"Dongfu Country is an antelope that can grow tiger teeth."

"The teacher once said that people have morals, don't there be any morals among the kings of various countries?"Another student asked

"Moral norms are the sublimation of laws, which can be said to be principles. The so-called politeness, morality, tolerance, and fraternity usually exist among people in the same country. These can make people in the country live better together. There are boundaries between countries, and boundaries distinguish people. Each country only considers the lives of its own people, and it doesn't matter to other countries. If it can benefit the people of their own country, they can invade other countries. If the benefits are great enough, they will not hesitate to kill and set fire to other countries. Decades ago, the Luoba Kingdom and the Ying Kingdom invaded to seek the interests of their own people. As for the life and death of the Dongfu people, they did not care. This is the reason. The Blue Lake can never be measured by simple right and wrong, but by the law of the jungle. The so-called fairness and justice between countries is determined by the military of each country. Every king hopes that the people of his country can live a better life, and His Majesty also wants the people of Dongfu to live a good life. The people of Dongfu have lived too hard in the past few decades, but Xilu only hopes that we work hard but can only have enough food and clothing. , They will always be antelopes. If they want to change, they will find ways to restrict and destroy Dongfu Country." Mr. Yan

"Teacher, is the current food ban in Xilu Kingdom just to restrict us? asked the student

"But now we are just having enough food and clothing, and the people's life is far less than that of Xilu Kingdom. Why do they suppress us like this?"Another also asked

"For the Xilu Kingdom, the original sin of the Dongfu Kingdom was that it was too big, had too many people, and its territory was too large, which meant a source of power. After surviving, once they become rich again, they believe that it may threaten the existing order of Blue Lake. The other countries are very small, not rich and powerful, and there is no possibility of changing the status of the Xilu Kingdom." Mr. Yan

"what should we do?"

"Should we divide, let the people of Dongfu be content with being oppressed, and be antelopes with peace of mind, or fight for a better life, for fairness and justice, and for the establishment of a set of laws among the countries. Laws and regulations are the tradition of our nation." Mr. Yan

"So which path will His Majesty choose?"

"The late king preserved most of the territory of Dongfu Kingdom. His Majesty has always adopted the national policy of keeping a low profile and giving in as long as he can. The purpose is to strive for a better life for his people in the future, because the antelope's teeth have not yet grown." Mr. Yan

"Will tiger teeth grow back?"

"I remember that the late king once said that as long as the route of Dongfu Kingdom is correct, everything will be possible. No one can have people. There can be soldiers without armor. The power that is not grasped can be grasped. If the route is not correct, if you have it, you will lose it. If you have tiger teeth, It will also fall off." Mr. Yan

"Teacher, what is the route to Dongfuguo?"

"Previously, the late king allowed Dongfu Country to survive, let all people have rice on the table, no one is hungry, and let the people of Dongfu stand up. This is the most basic need of a country. Now we have achieved it. Next, Your Majesty We want the people to have not only rice but enough meat on their tables, and to be full and well-fed, so that the people of Dongfu can live a better life, and let the people of Dongfu have dignity on the Blue Lake."Old Yan.