Chapter 3426
The Ballast Stone of the Brahmins
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After listening to what Rahul said, Kusroy did not refute it, but calmly shook his head to indicate that he understood.
The things that need to be done next cannot be accomplished simply by talking about them.
Doing things practically and getting them done is far better than empty words.
Rahul was not surprised by Kusroy's actions; in fact, he was even happier.
Because this is a good thing, a very good thing.
In one's position, one should fulfill one's responsibilities. As a legion commander, being able to think from one's own perspective is indeed commendable. Moreover, when the other party's perspective also incorporates class and caste, it is even more commendable.
If it weren't for his untouchable class and caste identity, everything Kusroy has done would only be more satisfying.
If it weren't for the fact that Kusroy is a symbol of class and caste, Rahul's envisioned future would likely be considered to have a worthy successor.
Unfortunately, fate is not on our side, and things don't always go as planned.
Everyone has flaws and strengths, as well as corresponding regrets. Even Rahul, in his high position, had to acknowledge and accept this reality, and ultimately strive for perfection within the framework of this reality, achieving perfection based on his goals.
“You have the authority to recruit the untouchables east of Huashi City. I will not interfere. I hope you can seize this opportunity.” Rahul, who understood the heavy losses suffered by Kusroy’s legion, directly delegated the authority, allowing Kusroy to recruit independently.
This is a recruitment authority that is divided by region, not by personnel.
"Thank you!" Upon hearing this, Kusroy looked up at Rahul and sincerely expressed his gratitude.
The right to recruit personnel independently is a right that most legion commanders do not have, and it is also one of the main rights granted to legion commanders by their superiors.
Delegating this power represents trust and shows that the authority is valued.
"I hope you can seize this opportunity." After saying this, Rahul turned and returned to his camp, no longer paying attention to Kusroy.
Limiting the recruitment scope to the area east of Huashi City was also a choice Rahul made based on the current situation.
Whether one cares or not, the caste system of the Brahmanical system is ultimately the foundation of the Brahmanical system.
The area west of Pataliputra was the core region controlled by the Brahmins, and it was also the most densely populated and productive area.
Within this area, there are naturally a large number of untouchables, who act as the ballast of the entire system, bearing the greatest pressure and oppression, while also bringing stability to the entire system.
Therefore, based on the reality, this group of people cannot be touched, nor can Kusroy be allowed to conduct large-scale recruitment.
Regardless, for those in the Untouchables class, engaging in military service, even without changing their caste, is essentially a transformation and a leap forward. On a small scale, this is manageable, but if the numbers become large, it can lead many Untouchables to harbor inappropriate thoughts, causing a shock and change at the ideological level.
When the untouchables, who serve as the ballast, are shaken, the entire Brahman caste system will be affected. The resulting social upheaval will be far greater and more dangerous than the extermination of the Brahmins.
Rahul's decision to eliminate the other Brahmins was, in a sense, an internal matter among the Brahmins, something that could be forcibly intervened in and suppressed within a certain scope, even if that scope was quite large, it could still ensure the spread of the message.
If it is truly impossible to suppress or stop it, new orders and statements can be used to mitigate its impact. If the system is stable, the impact will not be particularly significant, and at least it will not lead to the point of fragmentation.
However, the effects of the transformation of a large number of untouchables are quite obvious.
For the vast majority of lower and middle-class Brahmins, what was happening within the ranks of the high-ranking Brahmins was mostly unknown.
Even if a large amount of information unfavorable to Brahmins is transmitted, most people with a little self-awareness or who are willing to protect themselves will not participate in the transmission of such information. Instead, they will consciously avoid it or even actively curb the transmission of information.
But the Untouchables are different.
For most lower and middle-class people, the untouchable class are people they see in their daily lives and people they can often compare themselves to.
Whether these people exist or not will have a significant impact on these lower and middle-class people.
As long as these people exist, as long as they are oppressed, and as long as they live miserable lives, most of the lower and middle classes will become complacent, thus creating a corresponding social stability.
Seeing these people living such miserable lives, while one's own life is relatively good in comparison, and being able to suppress and belittle those who are untouchable from time to time, and feeling the pressure exerted by those in power, makes one's mood and life more peaceful.
There is a comparison of life experiences and an outlet for emotions, which allows the vast majority of lower and middle-class people to live a stable life.
Therefore, in the core area of Brahmanism, in the core area west of Pataliputra, untouchable personnel cannot be mobilized or liberated on a large scale. Even if these people join Kusroy's forces and can demonstrate considerable combat power and battlefield value, they will be disregarded.
A stable and secure rear is needed to provide food, logistics, and personnel for their army. Therefore, Rahul knew there was a problem, but instead of addressing it, he allowed the situation to continue.
After all, more labor, more food, and a longer war would be needed in the future.
These people also need an emotional outlet and a group of people to refer to in their lives. Only in this way can those who are directly involved in production continue to work hard to provide everything needed for the war.
Kusroy didn't consider the underlying logic at all; he simply chose to obey.
The area east of Huashi City also has a considerable number of Untouchables, enough to supply the entire legion's soldiers without any problem.
Although rescuing people from Han-controlled areas would be extremely difficult and could even escalate into further conflict with the Han army, is that really a problem? (End of Chapter)