Chapter 49: Thou shalt not force it

ā€œ...... She did not give up on her family, but she forgot her original intention. Pen @ fun @ pavilion wWw. biqUgE怂 Info wanted the land to be quiet again, but in the end it was full of flames. She is also gradually lost in the pursuit of power, and she is no longer the simple and kind girl she was at the beginning. Antoine mused, "It was because of her that I was worried about Levi. A girl as pure as Edith couldn't resist temptation. Levi, this kid, can't compare to her in every way, I'm afraid it's only going to get worse. ā€

"I feel like your fears are unfounded. Old Benson asked, "What is it about Levi that makes you feel that he has the potential to be extraordinary." In my opinion, he is also a lucky boy. It was only by chance that some transformation took place. ā€

"It's his knowledge!" replied Antoine, "this boy has far more insight than our time. Whether it's his positivism, or those whimsical plans. The militia group, the science and technology bureau, or the First Army, these things are not conspicuous because they are only embryonic, but they are definitely of epoch-making significance. Given some time, they can amaze the world. ā€

He added, "That's what sets him apart from Edith. Edith is her wisdom and perseverance, and it makes me feel that her future must be extraordinary. Levi is mediocre in all of these aspects. But what makes him special is the wonderful combination of his far beyond ordinary insight and his status. Even if ordinary people have his vision and insight, they are limited by themselves and can only be timid. There is a risk that these ideas are out of date and can be regarded as insane. Levi was different. He is the Earl of Limestone, a true hereditary nobleman who has the power to do it all. And he doesn't have many advantages, but they include self-confidence and action. Let's put it this way, all in all, it is his insight and his courage and confidence in reform, plus the status given to him by his background, that makes me feel that he has great potential. ā€

"It's still luck that makes up the majority. Benson shook his head, "He gave me the impression that it was so smooth sailing, that's why I thought, 'He's just a lucky kid.'" At most, his excellent mobility is a trait that surpasses him. As for whether or not I can become an extraordinary person, I feel that it is too early to say. It may also be that you and I have different definitions of 'extraordinary people'. I have always felt that those who have the indomitable courage and the will to change the world deserve this title. ā€

"I really don't see this very well from you. Antoine began to state his opinion, "'A person who can do something extraordinary is an extraordinary person.'" That's my definition of it. But this difference does not delay us from discussing this issue. Benson, you should know what I mean. I was afraid that he would inflate himself because of what he would do in the future, and eventually lose his nature in the path of power, just like Edith. That's why I'm asking you. ā€

"Before I answer that, I want to ask you a question. "Even if Levi loses his nature and becomes an ambitious man, will he use his extraordinary knowledge to benefit the world?" ā€

Antoine was startled, and the whole person fell silent.

Benson looked at him, "It's hard to answer, or I don't want to answer." I think that even if Levi is ambitious, his unobtrusive temperament is not destined to be such a bad person. Besides, he clearly doesn't have a passion for power. Compared to it, I'm afraid this guy prefers a rich and casual life. It is only out of a sense of responsibility and a sense of crisis that I am in danger that I am working as hard as I am now. As for Edith, as an outsider, I don't have the same focus as you. I've heard a lot about her. It is said that she was very popular with Nangaran, because during the war, she did not do anything like slaughtering cities, killing prisoners, and did not carry out much terrible cleanup of hostile tribes afterwards. In the two years after reunification, many practical decrees were also promulgated, such as the unification of the balance, the King James language, and the introduction of the titheflower tax. These means, and even many hostile tribes have appeared to support her. I don't think she's just an iron-blooded queen on that side......"

"I really can't answer your question. Because I don't really know how to measure everything about them. A good heart, and right, worthy actions for the world, have the same place in my eyes. Antoine's face was full of dejection, "So I'm afraid that Levi will lose his heart, and I'm constantly regretting Edith's transformation." I had thought about the old people in the legend, guiding them and helping them. It was only later that I realized that I was not capable of this at all. Edith is only gentle in nature, but she has always been very assertive. As for Levi, he has a lot of problems, but his insight is too amazing. In many ways, I even have to learn from him......"

The wizard smiled bitterly, "I have a feeling of powerlessness in front of them. ā€

"Then don't overthink it. Since these people are beyond our guidance, we might as well pay attention to their development silently. Benson also sighed, "You and I are already old, this world belongs to their young people after all, let them go on their own." ā€

After a pause, "As for your question, I can only say 'how much can I help'." Levi's predicament was different from that of the Queen of Garan. Compared to those on the peninsula, the mutated wilderness here is the real problem he needs to overcome. The means at his disposal were harmless. With that in mind, I don't think he's likely to follow Edith's path even if he's ambitious. Antoine, you have to know that his background does give him a stage to play freely. But this limited him, and his mortal enemy was the terrible nature, not the forces of the world. ā€

"I see what you mean. Antoine came back to his senses and nodded, "From this point of view, I am a little worried. Thank you, Benson. I have benefited a lot from your words. ā€

Old man Benson smiled, and then said with feeling, "Antoine, life is destined to be imperfect. So don't be too demanding, it's good for people and things. I saw through this and came back here. I can't become a general, but at least I've fought hard for it. The same goes for you, even if you didn't make peace with Amanda at that time, she married someone else. But when you meet again more than a decade later, you're still together. ā€