novelzi Chapter 89 Return
Chapter 89 Return
Ten days had passed, and Luis, along with all the knights, finally arrived back at the Hartmann Barony.
More than 20,000 knights rode proudly on horseback, their formation steady and impressive. As they made their way through the city, the streets were lined with people, all cheering and celebrating the return of the baron and his knights.
The news of victory had already spread to the barony. Baron Felipe along with his army has taken down over 100,000 orcs.
Everywhere Luis looked, people waved and smiled. Children ran alongside the horses, eyes wide with admiration.
The air was filled with laughter. Small vendors handed out free treats.
Shopkeepers had placed signs in their windows announcing special discounts, adding to the excitement.
The festive atmosphere buzzed with the pride the people felt for the victory achieved by the barony.
In the marketplace, groups gathered to tell stories of the battles, with each tale growing grander as it passed from person to person.
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"I really like the atmosphere here," Sophia said with a warm smile as she watched the cheering crowd.
The atmosphere there was much better than the arcane city where she studied. The people have genuine smiles, not like there, where people were often sent to laboratories for experiments.
Xiao Wei beside her didn't say anything; he seemed to be in deep thought, looking at the people.
Meanwhile, Arthur, Devon, John, and all the new knights couldn't hide their excitement.
They spent their whole day parading around the city.
In the evening, they finally dispersed, heading towards their home. After the tough battle, they would rest for some days before coming back on duty.
Luis also returned to his own room in the side castle. These days of constant flying in the sky made him very exhausted.
He hopes that the blue goblins can quickly modify the boat, making it faster than before. Otherwise, he will just need to waste months traveling.
Luis felt uneasy as he lay in bed, turning over again and again. His mind was racing with thoughts, and no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't settle down.
He barely slept that night, and when he finally did, it was restless and unsatisfying.
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The next day
Luis woke up tired. He freshened up a little and headed towards the back garden.
He has not been in this place for almost more than 3 months, and it was still as beautiful as before.
The flowers bloomed vibrantly, and the gentle breeze carried a sense of calm that helped clear his mind.
Standing here, he began to think of his future plans.
He may have the life experience of two worlds, but he wasn't omnipotent. He was just a normal person on Earth.
Running a huge force, especially one that spans two worlds, required careful strategy and support.
He needs to learn and research in this regard.
Although powerful strength is the mainstream of this world, the world still cannot function normally without normal people.
"To make the world a better place, without slaves." Luis responded quickly.
"Better Place, huh?" Olivia smiled and expanded.
"A noble goal, but too broad. That is your ultimate aim, yes, but research serves to help us understand the specifics—people's livelihoods, the economy, the systems that keep things running. Only once you know these can you start figuring out how to change them."
She paused for a moment, letting her words sink in.
"Let's start small. Luis, which group in the world do you think is most likely to resist the cruel Nobles?"
"slave?"
"Why?"
"Because slaves are the most miserable group in this world, and also the lowest group."
"So, will the slaves be the strongest force to fight against the nobles?" Olivia continued to ask
"Maybe... maybe not," Luis replied with embarrassment.
"Why can't you answer this question? Because you don't know the proportion of slaves in the whole world, and neither do I. That's why I say that without research, there is no right to speak." Olivia Said
"As a noble myself, I haven't conducted much knowledge in this area. Slaves in this world are not simple."
"Let me ask you another question: among the slaves, which ones are slaves sold by their families, which ones are made up of subjugated people, which ones are slaves made up of defeated territory, and which of them has the stronger will to resist?"
"Slaves and civilians, one is a slave who has lost hope, and the other is a surf who has a wife and children but can't get enough to eat and starves to death at any time; which one has the stronger will to resist?"
"Farmers and workers, if one is an ignorant farmer and the other is a learned worker who deeply understands the nature of his own exploitation, which one will have the stronger will to resist?"
"How should we treat a cruel noble and a benevolent noble differently, and how will we distinguish them?"
Facing Olivia questioning, Luis remained silent.
"This is the importance of research. Many people feel that they know enough about the world. In fact, many people's judgments about the world are full of subjective assumptions."
She continued, her voice unwavering.
"Especially people like us. We are nobles who have surpassed certain classes; it is useless to just talk about making the world a better place."
"We don't always see the world as it truly is. We're insulated from the harsh realities most people face."
"If you want to change this world, you need to know it inside out. How much does a farmer earn? How much does bread cost? How much food does one acre of land produce? How much tax is charged? And what is the minimum daily expenditure of a commoner family?"
"If you don't even know these things, what qualifications do you have to talk about making the world a better place for the oppressed people?"
Olivia's voice gradually becomes agitated.
"Practice, investigate, and reform; this is what you who want to change the world should do."
Listening to Olivia's voice, Luis felt the indescribable emotion deep in his heart. He was deeply shocked.
What his mother said is not too profound but too simple and correct.
So much so that in this chaotic and dark world, it seems that a clear spring flows through the hearts of his.
(end of chapter)
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