Chapter 718: Twenty. Masks (12)

Compared with the dark-haired man, the teenager looked too thin.
Volume, height, weight-these indicators are meaningless at this moment. Even if you stand at the same height and look at each other, it is actually another form of looking up and overlooking.
The difference between humans and existence beyond common sense is so great that humans cannot be compared with disasters such as earthquakes and typhoons, and giants in action will not bet on the ants at their feet. It can be bypassed in a single step, and if the ants insist on blocking, they will also be easily crushed without the giant's consciousness.
The confrontation between Roland and Li Lin is a real image that realises the above concepts.
"What do you want to do?"
Converging his smile, the dark-haired teenager asked in a plain tone.
"If you think you can stop me, then you are too naive. Besides, it doesn't make sense to stop me?"
It makes people unable to refute the conclusion.
Regardless of the reasons, Azdahaka’s sins cannot be justified. He must pay for his actions. None of the people present, and most people in the world will not dispose of Li Lin. have opinions. On the other hand, no one has the strength to stop Li Lin. The painless attack, let alone stumble his footsteps, even self-protection.
In this world, he can be said to be synonymous with "natural disaster" and "destiny", and it is an absolute that should be endured and destined to be unavoidable.
Roland is very clear about this, more profoundly than anyone on the scene.
However... It should be explained that it is human nature to know what you cannot do.
"Can you listen to me?"
Under the pressure of tightening his throat. The heart almost stopped, and Roland asked quietly.
"I don't think it's necessary."
The whip swept to the side of the carriage. Contrary to common sense in physics, a fast-extending whip sweeps through the jungle of black diamonds, and the guns can't hurt every bit of the black diamond is broken like glass, and crystals that have lost their brilliance are scattered. In the crisp crackling sound, a low tone that could not be compromised reverted.
"The result has priority over everything. If you want to discuss the problem, leave it to the future."
Human nature, free will, rules, organization — no matter what Roland wants to discuss, can not hinder the immediate priority — eliminating the betrayal Azdahaka, nothing is more important than letting those who know too much shut up forever.
Roland knew this well, and Li Lin's rule of conduct was to give priority to efficiency. Other issues are only secondary. Wanting to use emotion and morality as the starting point will not work for him.
"You will listen."
Roland said confidently.
"You won't refuse others to comment."
"..."
Li Lin blinked slowly, staring at Roland's eyes, while the purple pupil with no timid eyes stared directly at Li Lin's red eyes.
Maybe it was a mask he tried hard to maintain, but whether he could do it, there was a difference beyond ordinary people's imagination. As far as spirits are concerned. Roland is already better than most of the ministers in Charlemagne's court. What's more, his argument is indeed difficult to refute, at least logically reasonable.
No resistance is allowed, but comments are allowed-this is Li Lin's consistent policy proposition. As a de facto authoritarian system, no matter how strong the dictatorship in the operating modes of the consortium and Alfheim, the organization itself as a collection of intelligent creatures must still be reasonable to a certain extent. Punish traitors. Allow subordinates to ask questions and opinions-all of them are concrete expressions of "reason", and use these methods to set an example for members and thus stabilize organizational cohesion.
At this moment, Roland stated that he was commenting, so Li Lin could not simply and vehemently negate it, at least waiting for him to finish.
"Then talk about it."
Li Lin's whip lowered slightly. Seeing this action, Roland felt a sigh of relief.
This is gambling with a 50% win rate.
Li Lin is a hard-to-see person. It often does something unexpected, and as long as it is something he decides, no one can change it. But on the other hand, he is not a very unreasonable tyrant. He will not act arbitrarily based on selfish interests and blind emotions. All his actions are based on the results of rational thinking.
Therefore, he can accommodate different opinions and make a beautiful response to the content and objective facts of the opinions themselves, rather than simply suppressing things with violence.
Knowing this, Roland dared to put his bet on "commenting" as an entry point.
Having said that, he is not sure whether Li Lin will accept it. If he judges that there is no need for acceptance, then gambling will fail. It is a blessing to get this result.
"You can't kill Azdahaka."
"Oh?"
There was no change in the red eyes, and the whip was raised again.
The audience shook their heads secretly, what opinion? If even this kind of bad old man's rhetoric can stop monsters equivalent to natural disasters, then the world is almost over.
Seeing that the conversation was about to be forced to end, Roland said what surprised everyone in the room.
"His life must be ended by me."
The surprised eyes instantly focused on Roland, and St. Ji Er squinted her eyes. Li Lin stared at him without a word, only to see Roland defending in a natural tone.
"Before you intervened, I was in a duel with Azdahaka and had already hit him hard. Then, based on the duel rules, I have the power and duty to give him the last blow to relieve the pain."
Perfect rhetoric.
Ji Aier nodded slightly, commenting so.
If we give reasons such as humanity and justice, then the agents of the will will abandon Roland aside and continue the long and cruel execution. For a black-haired monster who does not take his life into his eyes, the kind of words that do not have any binding force cannot be a reason to close.
But Roland claims that he has the power to give the final blow, which is different. Although the agent of the Divine Will does not take human rules and propositions into consideration, if the final result meets expectations, what choice will he make?
This generation of agents is different from any previous generation. Ruthlessness, cruelty, and meanness... How many derogatory terms can be applied to him, but there is no blind abuse of violence. There are also traces of strategy behind the seemingly wanton bragging. For such a person with great power and excellent mind, a result that meets expectations is the most important.
and so--
"This opinion is not unreasonable."
Li Lin turned the whip, and the cold weapon made the crotch turn back into a beautiful cane again, and he smiled again with an elegant smile.
"Although it's a bit regretful not to do it myself, after all, I arbitrarily entered this duel, and it should be appropriate to make some form of compensation for this kind of behavior."
Xie Gui's words were spoken in a calm tone, which was somewhat surprising. But no one dared to relax because of previous lessons.
In order to meet the audience's requirements, or already expected this trick, Li Lin leaned his hand into his jacket, took out something and threw it out, and the silver metal reflected light swirled in the air and fell into Roland's hands.
Imitation P38 automatic pistol, exquisite ivy pattern comes to life. The concave and convex feel of the ivory carved handle comes from the palm, and the silver plating reflects the dazzling sunlight.
A beautiful handicraft is also a genuine murder weapon. That beautiful appearance does not affect its original function. The special Tianjing bullet fully compensates for the shortcomings of the 9mm pistol bullets. Even if you can't do it, even God will show you the headshot, but there is no problem in letting the dying people swallow.
"As a form of compensation. It's really bad."
"I think it is a kind of humanity, and it is more efficient than the kindness that comes from the guillotine, the iron virgin, etc. As long as the trigger is pulled, everything is over-even children can do this kind of thing. "
Li Lin's face was leisurely complacent, and her red eyes exuded intellectual light.
"It only takes a little effort. Plus enough killing intention or malicious intention, if malicious intention and killing intention are not enough. Good intentions can also be."
The hand holding the gun shook slightly, Roland stared back silently, but heard Li Lin continue to say.
"After all, this is the first time you have taken the initiative to kill, and the weight of the trigger needs to be heavier."
His tone is very gentle.
But it is not warm, there is no goodwill in the voice, and there is no maliciousness, just giving general advice.
Whether it is good intentions or malicious, after all, it is just the definition of "process" and "idea" based on different standards.
In the sea of ​​conscious intelligence, very different assertions flashed by.
Roland's ideas, feasible means, chances of success, alternatives... After analyzing various parameters, it is speculated that there are two real intentions to "propose a duel".
Use logical contradictions to create buffer time and lay the groundwork for the next move;
Use the rule of "the winner of the duel decides life and death" to force this side to be unable to do it;
It makes sense and makes sense logically. The only flaw is that the so-called "morality" is too valued, which leads to the disconnection of thinking and reality. To put it bluntly, it is too naive.
So far, Azdahaka’s death can only be regarded as an inevitable secondary result, and its "death process"-long and terrible execution is the main purpose. The terrorists have been used to deter the restless elements in the organization, to reunite the Alfheim and the consortium that have had various problems, to maintain efficient operation, and to avoid similar situations. Think that "As long as Azdahaka died, the results are still within acceptable limits, Li Lin will not mind"-this idea is not naive?
If you want to obliterate Azdahaka, there are more efficient ways than "solitary warriors". The choice of this method is nothing more than a complete mental and physical abuse of the goal, so as to achieve a deterrent effect-think about this , Simply won't consider obstructing execution.
Thoughts were interrupted by Roland's return to steady breathing, and the hand holding the gun no longer trembled.
Did you understand the situation and plan to give up your fate? Or……
"A messenger of the gods, as an apostle acting as a god, can you answer me a question?"
The young man did not wait for Li Lin to answer, and asked aloud:
"What is your personal will for you?"
The too general question made Ji Aier frown, and Faluna stared at Roland with interest.
Human will. Not a physical entity, full of many possibilities and rich in change, purely a conceptual term. It seems that using this abstract question to make things difficult and procrastinating is insufficient.
But for Roland. This question has a special meaning.
"The so-called personal will is to experience different social environments as an individual's intelligent life. Based on his personality and mode of thinking, he thinks, judges, and decides himself-the performance of this series of behaviors."
The answer to the paradigm is impeccable, but it is not this that Roland wants to hear. For this, Li Lin knows, and he continues without hesitation.
"Individuals are only individuals after all, and they are part of the world. It is impossible to stand alone from the whole system. It is considered that the individual will is sacred and inviolable, and advertised as absolutely free. It is either a daydreamer whose brain is not well developed or a political speculator with ulterior motives."
"..."
"Personal will is necessary to be recognized, but that is based on the premise that it will not threaten the majority and will not bring destruction to the entire system and order. Relatively. As long as the rules are followed, most free and high-quality and safe lives can be Guaranteed. Without this premise, the corresponding conditions naturally do not exist, and the individual’s will has no meaning, and must be monitored and punished before the situation is irreparable."
The raven was silent.
The killers need not say much. They are an integral part of this system, and Favna and Ji Aier have nothing to say.
I'm afraid there will be no more accurate insights than this. Compared to exclusive religious rule, and expansionism, racism, and pure blood, which are becoming popular among countries, the statements of the teenagers who claim to be messengers are slightly conservative, but in terms of mildness and tolerance. Significantly higher.
This speech emphasizes reality and rationality more than just emphasizing your own ideas. Most people know the ugly face of human nature. I do not want my own safety and life to be destroyed by the unscrupulous freedom of others. Therefore, I have established laws and ethics to build a fence to protect myself at the cost of a certain degree of freedom. Li Lin’s speech undoubtedly echoes this: For the benefit of the majority, and for the entire social system not to collapse, it is necessary to monitor a few dangerous elements, or even eliminate the flesh—although it is tough, it is undoubtedly correct.
To deny this theory is also to deny the history of civilization of intelligent life so far, no one would be stupid enough to do such stupid things.
Li Lin is correct and will always be correct-this concept has been confirmed again.
however……
"In other words, is it the same as parents managing children?"
Roland sighed, sending out unexpected rhetorical questions and witnessing the other person's affirmative nod.
Parents view children in the same way. On the one hand, they recognize that children hold their own will as individuals, and on the other hand, they reject children's opinions. And no matter who's opinion is clearer and more correct, and does not discuss the issue of parent-child relationship and respect, this approach itself has a strong dictatorship and is a metamorphic care. Li Lin’s strategy can be said to be an enlarged version and a hidden version of the parental style, playing an unsmiling elder, protecting the public, and stifling any thinking that is out of frame.
In some cases, personal will is really powerless. Not everyone can follow their own will and conscience, take a calm and careful look at the surroundings, and then take action, but even the freedom of the mind is not allowed-this is too tragic.
Li Lin would make that kind of argument, perhaps his thoughtful opinion, but the way he sees things...
(It's too sad.)
Unconsciously, Roland crossed the word in his head.
"This is not a problem that can allow emotional theory to intervene. When a child grows up, he will reflect on the stupidity he once did, maybe he will laugh at himself so stupidly, but when this kind of thing is reproduced on a world scale, it is not just laughter. It's over. Rather than wait until you make a mistake that is irreparable and then regret it, it's better not to make a mistake from the beginning."
After finishing the final conclusion, Li Lin stopped talking and gleamed a bluish-white radiance from behind him. The light curtain like a tulle overflowed quietly.
The light is like moonlight, and it intersects with the light reflected from the three moons in the sky, giving a hazy and trance-like beauty. The gleaming light gradually disappeared, and a pair of crystal clear wings appeared behind the black-haired boy.
The boy bathed in the moonlight spread his wings as if he were about to fly into the sky.
This is probably the scenery most commensurate with the identity of the angel of the gods, with an overwhelming beauty, and at the same time, it is beyond the world, as if it is telling the world where wingspan and beings are at different levels.
-Wings of death.
A horrible weapon that can destroy a mountain or burn the entire city to ashes in an instant. This is the case. The meaning is self-evident.
-Do it yourself, or do I?
The red pupil who came over looked silently and questioned his adoptive father for a second. The teenager turned around.
Unlock the insurance, pull the gun, and load it-the action is done in one go, the gun is well maintained, and the movement of the parts is not obstructed. Although the style is older than its own gun, the performance does not seem to be bad.
Raising the gun, the sight and Azdahaka’s smiling faces overlapped, and the sweat-stained face was showing a smile like a tired traveler seeing the end point.
"Yo master, you are my "death"...our "death". Besides, death with dignity is better than anything."
It was a relief smile, an expression that had long been expected to end and witnessed with my own eyes.
(Is the expected ending...)
Roland whispered in his heart, Azda Haka couldn't help but know the end of the game against Li Lin, but he still chose this way. Although he cannot agree with his means or his way of life, there is one point that cannot be denied.
Experience yourself, think for yourself, judge for yourself, and then bear it all by yourself.
From the beginning to the end, Azdahaka carried out this, and he continued to do so under the control of the "Wall of Will". Perhaps in the heart of this murderous ghost and dragon, only "self" is the persistence and self-esteem that must not be deprived.
As if urging him, the blue and white light behind him became more dazzling, and the smell of high-energy particles burning the air drifted over.
The finger holding the trigger shivered slightly, and cold sweat came from the teenager's forehead.
Knowing that it will eventually become like this
Knowing that Azdahaka must die here anyway.
Obviously decided to at least let him die with dignity.
But somehow, it is difficult to pull the trigger, as if you lose something important after pulling it.
At this moment, Azdahaka also raised his gun-shaped hand and pointed his index finger at Roland.
"Ping--"
The scorn-like onomatopoeia and the real gunshot overlap, a blue smoke rises from the muzzle, a man with a round hole in his eyebrow falls down with a smile, the impact of the bullet makes the body bounce off the ground again After getting up, he smashed heavily in the pool of blood, gradually losing his glorious eyes and looking at the other side of the sky. The expression of the child who had a beautiful dream appeared on his face, and his mouth convulsed and leaked intoxicating words.
"This is... a great war... so good... really... good... praise... ah..."
The mechanical murmur gradually slowed down ~ EbookFREE.me ~ finally fell silent in the whimper of the evening wind, unable to distinguish who the last testament said, and the meaning of it could not be discerned. The only thing clear is only one thing.
Good war-how could there be that kind of thing in the world!
Repeated plundering and slaughter, being plundered and slaughtered, even if there is a great righteousness to act as a cover, even if the reason is justified, war is war! It is impossible to bring good things, just to plunder everything for everyone!
Holding the anger that was about to explode, but did not know where to vent, the teenager turned angrily and was about to take his steps. Surprise replaced anger, and the pace he took was slow.
The vision fell behind Li Lin, Ji Aier and Fafna, in the gap between the carriages, and the girl's blank face facing the roof was facing Roland.
(Minerva...!!!)
The young man's heart "was" up. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to the starting point () to vote for recommendation and monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation. Please read it for mobile users.)