41 The path chosen by Kenshin-chan
"Mr. Chu Xuan, why is this happening?
And how did Lord Qianxin answer?
This 'People's Liberation Army'...... Is it the choice of Lord Humility? ”
Because of Chu Xuan's suggestion, Izumo Aguo finally sorted out the clues in his heart, and asked him for advice in a more respectful tone than before.
Ah Guo is very smart, always quick to grasp the key to the problem, and his thinking is rarely limited by rules.
It is for this reason that she went on a nationwide tour to raise funds for the renovation of the Izumo Taisha Shrine; It is precisely because of this that she was able to create a new art form called "Dumpling Dance" together with Keiji Maeda and others.
It was precisely because Ah Guo was so smart that she understood how much wisdom, courage and persistence it took for Qianxin-chan to be able to understand Chu Xuan's problems and make a choice that seemed unusual.
There is such a thing as "righteousness" in everyone's heart, and everyone hopes that others can adhere to "righteousness", but when it comes to their own interests, few people can give up their own interests to adhere to "righteousness", which is also human nature.
However, there are always a few "righteous idiots" in this world, and some people may laugh at them, but Ah Guo will not.
Although she can't join the ranks of the "righteous idiots", she will look at them with respect, and if conditions allow, she can also provide them with help in the best way she can.
This is not for some kind of benefit, but just to uphold the "righteousness" in her heart...... Or rather, this is also a kind of "benefit" that will make her own happy.
Although not everyone can adhere to their own "righteousness" under all circumstances, "righteousness" is indeed a noble sentiment that everyone has in their hearts or has had.
"If there is a fundamental cause of this contradiction, it is 'competition'.
All life in this world is competing for its own survival, and it is a matter of course that the law of the jungle and survival of the fittest are the things of course, so what is so strange that there is also such a competition between human beings for various resources necessary for survival? ”
Chu Xuan first answered Ah Guo's first question concisely and clearly, although Ah Guo understood, but because she understood, she became more confused.
"But...... Mr. Chu Xuan...... But isn't this kind of 'competition' not in line with 'righteousness' and a bad thing? ”
"No, competition is good, and it is precisely because of 'competition' that life will continue to evolve and become better and stronger.
It's just that from the perspective of 'righteousness', this kind of too cruel competition in the biological world is unacceptable, and it is no longer suitable for the 'human world'.
'Righteousness' is the desire of human beings, and we do not reject competition, but we just hope to change to a more moderate and acceptable way of competition.
But wishes are not something that can be achieved through utopia, and in order to realize them, it is impossible to make no effort, without great effort, or even without bloodshed.
It is precisely because of this that we have established the 'People's Liberation Army'.
This is the army of the people, the efforts of the people to liberate themselves from the oppression and exploitation of the aristocracy, and to become people who can compete freely with them; At the same time, it is also an effort to liberate other people, so that everyone can become free people and live in peace and contentment without oppression and exploitation.
Although Qianxin is the leader of this army, all the people in this 'People's Liberation Army', whether they are generals or soldiers, whether they are nobles or ordinary people, are not only working for Qianxin's wishes, they are also working for their own wishes.
We all came from all over the world and came together for a common revolutionary goal.
Because we share the same aspirations, ideals, and aspirations, we call each other 'comrades'.
It is also a title that eliminates class differences and makes all people equal.
Although some people can serve as leaders because of their different abilities, they can be responsible for guiding everyone in the direction of progress. Some people can become generals and lead everyone into battle; Some can only become ordinary soldiers, giving their lives to fulfill this common desire......
But spiritually, we no longer have classes here, and the difference in positions is also the result of fair competition among everyone, and is a true reflection of everyone's ability.
Therefore, this is a group that truly adheres to 'righteousness', but is full of vitality and has infinite possibilities.
Although for the time being it is confined to Echigo, the direct domain of the Uesugi family, under the leadership of Kenshin, it will continue to grow and develop, liberating Echigo, Samoto, and the suffering people of the world! ”
"Papa......"
I don't know when, the soldiers who were concentrating on training all stopped, and gave warm applause to Chu Xuan, who did not deliberately lower his voice to speak to Ah Guo.
"I wish the great leader, Humility, a long life!
I wish Kenshin-sama's relatives and close comrade-in-arms Ayazen eternal health! ”
Excited, the young men began to shout the most popular and simple slogans in this army.
Both Kenshin-chan and Aya-gozen's faces were a little red, and they glanced at Chu Xuan with eyes full of affection and kindness between revolutionary comrades, and then waved their hands majestically at these fanatical soldiers, in exchange for even greater cheers.
Ah Guo no longer felt weird because of this religious-like fanatical atmosphere, she looked at Qianxin-chan and Aya-gozen thoughtfully, and then at Chu Xuan, not knowing what she was thinking.
And at this time, Chu Xuan took a step forward and pressed down with both hands, and these soldiers, who were so excited before, immediately regained their quiet, and the air seemed to echo with the aftermath of cheers, this amazing discipline, as well as the control that Chu Xuan showed, was something that Ah Guo had never seen in any army.
- Actually, although Ah Guo also saw many elite "guards" of the daimyo when she traveled from south to north, compared to this army, she now thinks that those "flag warriors" are at most strong bodyguards and thugs, and those ordinary "ashigaru" are just a group of peasants with weapons.
"After training, why don't you go to the cafeteria as planned?"
Chu Xuan looked at these young soldiers who were looking at him with unparalleled reverence expressionlessly, and asked in a very serious tone.
"Report Comrade Political Commissar!
Everyone was captivated by your words! ”
The young female military general who led the team immediately ran in front of Chu Xuan, put his right fist above his heart, put his left fist behind his back, saluted him, and replied loudly and with the same seriousness.
This beautiful girl with a good face seemed to radiate a blazing light in her eyes, staring closely at Chu Xuan's expressionless poker face, but as a soldier, she showed the qualities that a soldier should have, her face did not show any serious expression, her body did not shake in the slightest, and the salute posture was also very standard.
"Finish!
Now I order: Assemble the ranks and move towards the cafeteria. ”
Chu Xuan didn't seem to notice the admiration and reverence in the eyes of the young female general, and after giving the order in a serious tone, he turned around and walked towards Qianxin-chan.
"Yes!"
The young female warrior replied loudly, and then just glanced at Kenshin-chan and Aya-gozen with more reverence, and ran back without any delay, quickly straightening up the line and starting to advance towards the cafeteria.
""Let's be soldiers, ready to sing!"
"What is different about us soldiers, just because we are all wearing simple military uniforms.
What is the difference between us soldiers and soldiers, since I left my hometown, it is difficult to see my father and mother......"
Under the leadership of the female general, the team sang one of the many classic military songs plagiarized by Chu Xuan, and walked towards the canteen with their heads held high with neat steps.
And at Chu Xuan's suggestion, Ah Guo and Qian Xin-chan also followed behind them, planning to eat in the army's canteen at noon.
"The lyrics and tunes are really exotic."
Ah Guo, who was good at singing and dancing, first admired the song itself, and then asked Chu Xuan:
"Those soldiers are actually singing in Chinese, do they understand what the lyrics mean?"
Ah Guo was somewhat surprised to hear the lyrics sung by the young soldiers who were supposed to be peasants a few months ago, but she was now a little numb, after all, there were so many new things she had seen today.
"At the end of each day's training, I also organize the soldiers to learn, and learn Chinese by singing, which is easier to remember than just memorizing.
And singing can also be regarded as a kind of entertainment, which can effectively improve the morale of soldiers while relaxing, but our army does not sing the traditional military songs of the past.
As for the meaning of the lyrics...... Even if you don't understand it at first, as long as you sing it for a while and explain it a few more times, you will understand. ”
Chu Xuan pushed down his reflective glasses and replied patiently.
"But why do you want them to learn Chinese?"
Ah Guo asked, and then she realized that her words might cause misunderstanding, and hurriedly added:
“…… Of course, I'm not saying that because they are not aristocrats, they are not qualified and there is no need to learn Chinese. ”
Chu Xuan nodded as if understanding, and then said to Ah Guo:
"The reason why the aristocracy learned Chinese was not to have a dialogue with the Han people or to show their status, but to be able to understand the books that came from China.
Although books are still precious, it will not be long before we can turn paper and books into ordinary commodities that even ordinary people can buy and afford. (To be continued.) )