Chapter 3403
Faith in God
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In this era, the power that an empire can demonstrate is largely tied to the emperor; a powerful emperor is enough to bring about a strong empire.
Similarly, a weak and incompetent ruler, or rather, a muddle-headed ruler, will only lead the empire down a different path, a downward spiral from which it is difficult to turn back.
Every system has its advantages and disadvantages, and Lu Qi is well aware of this.
Even if the current system is not advanced, it is the most suitable system for this era.
Expanding territory, especially large-scale division of land, requires the empire's top leadership to be decisive, courageous, and capable.
An emperor who can make efficient decisions is himself a powerful amplifier of such matters, promoting their efficient progress.
Although the main body was indeed a bit lazy, it never slacked off in this aspect, and its decision-making and execution efficiency in many things was extremely high.
"Is it a flawed system from the start?" After considering the unique characteristics of the Brahmanical system, Lu Qi ultimately couldn't completely reject the other side based on objective conditions.
Every system has its reference value, especially those that have been practiced for hundreds of years, which demonstrate their uniqueness in their areas of expertise.
The unique feature of the Brahmanical system lies in its division of classes and the stability forged through class antagonism.
It has remained as stable as Mount Tai for hundreds of years, never wavering.
Based on historical circumstances, it can be said that it has remained unchanged for over a thousand years.
Under such a stable rule over such a long period of time, any force of resistance or class of resistance will become stagnant, completely subservient to the system, and then simply do what their class is supposed to do.
“Only after all the people in these areas have been settled can we truly appreciate how damaging this system is. That’s why we say this system is completely wrong.” Pointing to a map in the distance, Zhang Ren said very seriously, pointing to the topographical map of the Wenga region. “Without Brahmins and Kshatriyas, these guys can’t even put up a fight. It’s truly tragic.”
As one of the military generals who used force to strike the enemy, Zhang Ren was subjectively pleased with this kind of peacekeeping war that could bring stability with minimal effort, but objectively he was also full of disdain for it.
The reason for their joy was simple: without expending a large army or suffering heavy casualties, they could get these people to obey orders and carry out corresponding farming and land reclamation.
The reason for the disdain is simple: as an enemy, they so easily chose to submit and obey, completely lacking the backbone and pride that a human being should have.
"Doesn't this just prove that General Zhang's actions were extremely efficient and quite effective?" Lu Qi said with a hint of appreciation as he looked at the area outlined on the map.
Under normal circumstances, the time, manpower, and resources required to stabilize such a vast region, especially one within another empire, would be astronomical.
But among the Brahmins, it's a completely different story.
Zhang Ren, in particular, was exceptionally efficient in his work in the Wenjia region. He conducted point-to-point investigations of the Wenjia area, identified the areas where the Gao clan resided, and arranged for their relocation in advance, or resettlement in other locations, regardless of their subjective willingness. In any case, the corresponding area could not have the corresponding people.
Without the interference of Brahmins, there were still a large number of Kshatriyas in this area. There were only a number of Kshatriyas who had not been cleared out, as well as the common people and artisans from the middle and lower classes.
Without the divine right to interpret the truth, the Brahmins' remaining actions became much simpler.
Lu Qi, along with Zhang Ren, immediately began creating a god on the spot, using various dazzling special effects, the extremely metaphysical and fate-filled 'destiny' talent, and all the necessary procedures for creating a god, to promote this masterpiece.
The wisdom of a thousand years was on full display at this moment. Not to mention the uncivilized ordinary Brahmin people, even the Brahmins themselves, after going through this series of procedures, would probably doubt themselves rather than doubt the god played by Zhang Ren.
Brahmins can rise above others by interpreting the words of the gods, so what about when the gods descend to earth?
When the deity being worshipped appears in these ordinary people, it automatically acquires their faith and gains the power to command them.
Without the presence of extra Brahmins and these unexpected factors, relying on his divine status, Zhang Ren quickly stabilized the entire Wenga region by following Lu Qi's steps.
Although this stability itself had certain hidden dangers, it did indeed bring stability and even enabled the Han army to provide some food supplies and dispatch personnel to transport provisions.
This greatly saved the Han army's limited manpower and also reduced the Han army's logistical pressure.
The price to pay for achieving this level is merely that Zhang Ren plays the role of the corresponding deity or Buddha, and then issues orders, or rather, divine pronouncements, in the manner of a deity or Buddha.
“As far as I know, all that they believe in will eventually become real under the faith of the masses. I worry that a real god might emerge under their faith.” Zhang Ren, who understands the reality, does not deny the achievements made during this period.
The fact that such a large area could be stabilized in such a short time, even if it was achieved by taking a shortcut, only shows that this shortcut was indeed fast.
"What the masses believe, and what they believe in, they deify. This is indeed quite normal in their system." Lu Qi turned to look at Zhang Ren, pondered for a moment, and then nodded again.
"It's actually quite possible?" After learning about the possibility of this, Zhang Ren's expression became much more complicated.
As someone who aspires to be invincible on the battlefield, Zhang Renyi has always had a rather open-minded view of gods and Buddhas.
Normally, as long as it doesn't hit his head, we don't care.
But this time, by taking the initiative to play the role of a god or Buddha, there is a high possibility that similar gods or Buddhas will emerge from his own actions, which is quite frustrating.
Just thinking about the possibility of such a scenario in the future sent chills down Zhang Ren's spine.
The Brahmanical system is so stable that it is somewhat frightening. Where do the gods in it come from, and what is their origin?
"Under normal circumstances, no, at least not by forcibly creating a corresponding deity." Lu Qi thought about the records in the chat group and finally gave a relatively definite answer, one that could at least reassure Zhang Ren. (End of this chapter)