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    "Human nature, the most complex thing in the world"

    Li Si sighed, and his mind was full of noisy discussions from another dimension.

    "Why do I say that these things are the faults of human nature? Because these dreams and righteousness have the same root: selfishness."

    "Compared with the badness of human nature, there is another side of human nature, such as family affection. Family affection is natural, and it extends to loyalty, dedication, and sacrifice. These can all be classified as selfless."

    "People live in groups, and being in groups is what makes us human. It is also by gathering in groups that talents have come step by step from ancient times to the present. The bad and good of selfishness and selflessness are not moral judgments, but measured by the interests of the group.  "

    "People are selfish, which is why people have disputes and give rise to nobility and inferiority. Selfishness is the reason why people want to separate themselves from the group and oppress others, so they are said to be inferior. And people are selfless. Chapter 1019: Selfishness,  Selflessness and external benefit are the roots of maintaining a group, so it is said to be good."

    "Confucianism says that human nature is inherently good, while Legalism says that human nature is inherently evil. In comparison, selfishness is evil, and selflessness is good."

    "So, is human nature good or evil?"

    "Looking at this goodness again, from the other side, there is also the desire to remain unchanged, the blessing of the group, and the blessing of others. They are unwilling and dare not stand on their own, so they ask for oneness. Therefore, the idea of ????uniting human nature into one is itself  They have established their own position. Confucianism says that human nature is inherently good, so it can be educated by them, and Legalism says that human nature is inherently evil, and can only be restrained by the law. They are all seeking good."

    Li Si's eyes were distant, and the events he had experienced for more than fifty years in this life were faintly flowing through his heart. He picked up one of them: "But why do you get evil when you seek good? We all say that God punishes deeds but not the heart.  , the human heart is the reflection of human nature, investing in good is good, investing in evil is evil. Good and evil, selfishness, are just tools. Human nature corresponds to the way of heaven. We can measure the way of heaven with instruments, but we cannot say that what we measure is the way, or the source.  .¡±

    Li Si lamented: "Selflessness comes from the blood, just like a mother protecting her child. Animals also have it. Only humans can escape from the blood and apply this selflessness to the group, the country, and righteousness. Selfishness is the instinct of living beings. In one word,  In other words, it is just the law of the jungle that preys on the strong. Chapter 1019: Selfishness, Selflessness and External Gains. But only humans can escape from beasts, approach the way of heaven with wisdom and power, and gain the benefits of all things in heaven and earth."

    Li Si asked his grandchildren: "Then the reason why the world can continue to evolve and even enter the present world is because of selflessness or selfishness?"

    In the classroom, little hands were raised high, and the answer seemed self-evident.

    Stretching among the mountains, you can vaguely see that the tops of the north and south mountains are covered with snow-capped veils. A small river winds and twists and turns between the narrow gorges. When you reach the north, the Ruiyun Snow Mountain is clearly visible, almost like a towering city mountain blocking your eyes.  At this time, the river also turned into a wide valley, and the eyes suddenly opened up.

    Small rivers, mountains, white snow, and wild flowers that bloom in the mountains in spring and summer surround the houses spread out in the valley. A small castle stands among them, close to the Tibetan-style white walls and yellow tiles.  Set against the green grassland, there is an unworldly sense of cleanliness.

    The beautiful scenery that was originally like a picture scroll was tainted by clouds of gunpowder smoke and orange fireworks. The peaceful place that was originally like a paradise was shrouded in the din of gunfire.

    Thimphu, the summer capital of Brukba (Bhutan), Sintoka Castle, and Diba's summer palace are all under siege by thousands of enemy troops.  These soldiers are well-equipped with guns and weapons, with various uniforms and even skin colors, and carry various flags. Among them, the twin regimental dragon flags with red background and gold are the most eye-catching.

    On the outer wall of the castle, soldiers in yellow and red uniforms and even lamas were resisting with bows, arrows and shotguns. However, under the precise and dense rain of bullets, the number of defenders continued to decrease, and some explosive shells exploded into flames on the wall.  , throwing individuals off the castle.

    A loud noise shook everyone's feet, followed by thunderous cheers, and the shrill shouts mixed in with them disappeared quickly like waves.

    "General Secretary, we have blown open the city gate, and the Earth King is finished! The big guy is asking the General Secretary to show the way into the city!"

    "A way? Is there any other way? We are not officers and soldiers, so we can do whatever we want! But we have kept enough gold, silver and jewelry. We still have Fang County Zun in this battle. Without his relationship, there is no way, and there is no way he sent us.  Gunpowder, how could we destroy a country so easily?"

    On a hillside on the side of the castle, an old man sitting on a horse ordered his men. Then he looked at the castle that was already engulfed in smoke and crowds of people. He patted his knees and laughed happily.

    "Haha I never thought that I, Zhou Kunlai, would one day raise an army to destroy the country and show off my unparalleled power!"

    The old man¡¯s name is Zhou Yiren, and his real name is Zhou Kunlai. The ¡°Fang County Zun¡± he refers to is Fang Zhongxiao, the current magistrate of Fangzhong County.  The year before last, Diba of Lubulukba had a falling out with him, Zhou Kunlai, and launched an army to suppress them, chasing them all the way to Fangzhong County.  But he didn't expect that Yinghua had conquered Tianzhu, and Brooke??: "Aren't you from the Ministry of Punishment?"

    Qin Bingyu chuckled and said, "I'm also working part-time for An Guo Yuan."

    Zhou Kunlai frowned: "The Anguo Yuan doesn't care about foreign affairs, does it?"

    Qin Bingyu¡¯s voice became even lower: ¡°The Military Intelligence Department will also pay me a salary.¡±

    Seeing Zhou Kunlai speechless, Qin Bingyu finally revealed his trump card: "Actually, my real employer is the Tongshiyuan. After the death of General Wu, the Western Region Protectorate's hands and feet on espionage matters are not as strict as before. The Tongshiyuan wants to  Take another path and work hard on Persia or even the Ottomans, and you, Zhou Yiren, have the ability, fame, and ambition to pave such a path."

    Zhou Kunlai was in confusion. Was he going to do something for the government?  How could this be?  For so many years, all he wanted was to be free and contented. He parted ways with Gan Fengchi, and even fled the country to start a new situation in Tianzhu. This was also due to this difference in philosophy.

    Even if Gan Fengchi could become a minister and become a second-rank official, he would never regret it.  How can you be happy with your grudges while working for the government?  How can you call upon the wind and rain to do whatever you want?

    But now, he still can't escape the government's big net. Can he refuse?  After listening to Qin Bingyu's words, he realized that it was thanks to the government that he could live freely in Tianzhu for so many years.  The government had deliberately allowed them to do evil outside, and even enriched them.  Now they are needed to do things for the government. If they say no, the consequences will be far from as simple as "die without a burial place".

    Qin Bingyu patted Zhou Kunlai on the shoulder: "Half is free. I only need 30%. Don't set your sights on such a small place. If you can enter Persia in the future, what kind of wealth will that be?"

    Zhou Kunlai took a breath for a moment and said decisively: "Do it!"

    He had to do it. Qin Bingyu took aim at him and asked him to sneak into Persia because he took a fancy to the network he had established by trafficking opium to Persia.  Even though he was not guaranteed at the end of the year, he was still reduced to a government hawk, but with big profits on his side, he no longer struggled.

    "Police Officer Qin, General Affairs Councilwhy are you so forceful?"

    "This is merit, who doesn't want to get it? The General Affairs Council is not as worried as the army. There is a military intelligence department that can do these dirty jobs, so we are looking for people like you."

    Zhou Kunlai asked casually, and Qin Bingyu also answered casually, but in his heart, he said, I don't even understand the twists and turns behind this, and people like you can't even think clearly.

    Just when Qin Bingyu and Zhou Kunlai had their own concerns, they silently watched the fallen castle.  In Delhi, 1,300 kilometers away to the west, in the palace that was converted into the Imperial Palace of Tianzhu, the Grand Protector of Tianzhu, the founding father, and the general Jia Hao was reprimanding someone.

    "I know what you did. You persuaded the General Council in the country and used the hands of the General Council to stir up trouble in other countries. You persuaded the Council overseas and asked them to threaten Yuan Yingtai with electoral votes to suppress the two houses.  Asking about the proposal for a second iron-clad steam fleet. You even directly support brave men and build private armies to prepare for war. Now, you come to me directly and ask me to submit a petition to the political hall, the two chambers, and even the emperor for an expedition to Persia. You  The Western Company is too bold!¡±

    Although Jia Hao is not as famous as Wu Ya, with millions of heads, he has been in charge of Tianzhu's military affairs for many years, and the territory he manages is almost like another dynasty compared to the old days. The majestic demeanor he has developed is not something ordinary people can stand.  of.  The other party was obedient and kept bowing, almost kneeling down.

    "Our Western Company actually has the same interests as the imperial court and the Protectorate when it comes to expanding territory and striving for profit"

    The man defended in panic. Jia Hao snorted and trembled again.  Although he is the general manager of a Western company, and the directors he relies on are all giants in the country, he can't stand up to him at all.

    "Whether we can fight Persia, when to fight, and how to fight is all my responsibility. It's not your Western company's turn to interfere! And how can this responsibility be measured in money!? Three hundred thousand, hehe,  You guys are so brave"

    What made Jia Hao almost furious was this. The general manager of the Western Company actually came to him with a banknote of 300,000 yuan, begging him to send troops to Persia as soon as possible, even though the 300,000 yuan was nominally "donated" to the Protectorate.  Yes, but the essence of this behavior touched Jia Hao's skin.

    "While I can still suppress my anger, get out of here"

    The Western Company was Yinghua's first help in conquering Tianzhu, and the other party gave money in the name of "donation" and could not find a name to punish him.  Jia Hao could only scold him and then drive him away.

    After saying these words, the general manager of the Western Company stuck his butt out and backed out obediently. When he reached the door, he was glared coldly by Jia Hao. He quickly picked up the Yuesheng Bank banknote on the table, wiped his sweat and went out.

    "This is really a time of great profit"

    After a long time, Jia Hao's anger dissipated and he sighed in a low voice.

    "Fourth brother, what will happen to us in China when all external benefits are gone?"

    He frowned, letting the worries roll in his heart.

    In Weiyang Palace, in the Royal Academy, Li Si nodded and said: "Yes, it is through selfishness that people can turn everything in the world for benefit and promote the continuous evolution of the world. For people, external benefit lies in the nature of the world."!  !  !"Fourth Brother, what will happen to us in China when all the external benefits are gone?"

    He frowned, letting the worries roll in his heart.

    In Weiyang Palace, in the Royal Academy, Li Si nodded and said: "Yes, it is through selfishness that people can turn everything in the world for benefit and promote the continuous evolution of the world. For people, external benefit lies in the nature of the world."!  !  !
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