Bab 300: Chapter 300: To Seize by Force!

Tang Ye talked a lot with Yu Fu, feeling deeply moved by the villagers' plain and contented mindset. They didn't demand much from life, just enough food and drink to satisfy their hunger was about it. As for other things, like improving living conditions, to them, opening up a mountain road within a year was a great thing. Therefore, they didn't harbor too many complaints towards the authorities.

In contrast, if this situation were outside, complaints would surely fill the skies. It's not about who is right or who is wrong. If we say the villagers' attitude is commendable, it could also be seen as lack of initiative and aspiration. If we criticize the fast pace and high demands outside, that's seen as being proactive and promoting development. If the authorities collect taxes, then they should provide public services and do concrete things for the people.