Abyss Solo-Chapter 107 - : 065 Yang · Spiritual Mentor · Ming_2

Chapter 107: 065 Yang · Spiritual Mentor · Ming_2

“This was the third time I’ve seen images of the rebels, unhindered and galloping through that low city. It was also the third time I’ve wondered—is this truly the will of our people? Even if they’re swayed by the New Federation, do they genuinely represent public opinion? If the Wind people wish to abandon their Emperor, why can’t we follow their lead?”

The box was silent for a while.

The Second Prince lifted his hand and patted Yang Ming’s knee, smiling as he said, “Let’s not talk about these unhappy things anymore. I believe they’ll resolve it smoothly. Let us sing a song once more, as a blessing to them!”

“So you choose to abandon your citizens?” Yang Ming asked.

The Second Prince shrugged, “This isn’t abandonment; it’s giving them back their freedom.”

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“Freedom itself is a false proposition, Edwan.”

Yang Ming spoke in a deep voice,

“If you think the answer the New Federation offers is what you want, then I have nothing more to say. But why don’t you look at those small countries and medium-sized nations the New Federation has transformed?

The economy regresses entirely in three to five years, quality capital is sold off cheaply, public welfare is forcibly raised, yet productivity doesn’t develop and even regresses. Patents and technology belong to the New Federation, producing a commodity requires paying hefty patent fees, currency devalues, inflation occurs, talents from various industries are quickly absorbed by the New Federation, and the rights to exploit natural resources are bound by various New Federation treaties, until they become the New Federation’s blood bank and garbage dump.

Edwan, you understand these things.

True freedom isn’t a rebellion planned by foreign elites, not at the cost of sacrificing autonomous development rights.

A revolution born from awakened national consciousness, that’s a revolution.

You’re currently in a position to change this country’s destiny, so why not try? When you reach the peak of power, you can find ways to balance Sherman and the New Federation, implement reforms internally, strive for discourse rights externally, reduce annual silver, strengthen economic development, value education, cultivate talent, and continuously seek growth.

Edwan, you clearly have the ability to do these things.”

“You speak so eloquently,” the Second Prince sneered coldly, “I didn’t expect you to be more preachy than those ministers, haha… but you must know, I’m not the most outstanding in my family. For the past few hundred years, not one has succeeded, no one. You haven’t experienced the despair brought by the Sherman Empire.”

“I have experienced it.”

In Yang Ming’s mind appeared the scene of an Imperial Dreadnought shattering a Guel Alliance light battlecruiser, muttering,

“But the Sherman Empire has decayed, Edwan.”

The Second Prince was slightly taken aback, momentarily unsure of what to say.

“Becoming an Imperial Duke is my future plan.”

Yang Ming met his gaze unwaveringly.

“Currently, I’ve chosen your country, seeking a title, reputation, status, and power, and I will make the necessary contributions to your country.

I don’t want to coerce you into anything, Edwan, but if necessary, I will do it.

I’ve seen that turmoil is about to occur here, and the environment is suitable for a political amateur like me to rise quickly, so I’ve come here.

Now, opposing the New Federation interest group with you is the most beneficial matter for me.

It’s not for some slogan, not for our not yet quite solid friendship that I must help you. I need you to return the power of the Luofeng Empire to me.”

“The power here?” The Second Prince was full of confusion, “What use is the power here, other than making money? I could directly give you wealth.”

“This is my own matter, part I cannot share with you for now.”

Yang Ming shrugged, “Of course, if you insist on giving me some material rewards, I won’t refuse, as I lack everything now.”

The Second Prince gazed at Yang Ming with suspicion.

“You’ve laid your cards on the table, right?” The Second Prince asked softly.

“Sort of,” Yang Ming replied, “If we don’t do something now, we will completely lose the initiative. I know what you’ve been working on in secret, Edwan, how you’ve established a new intelligence system for the Wind, relying on your strong financial support.”

The Second Prince’s Adam’s apple moved slightly, his smile somewhat bleak, “Then what should we do?”

“You know, Edwan; you know what we can accomplish.”

Yang Ming’s gaze bore into the Second Prince.

The Second Prince slowly shook his head, “No, this can’t work… Rebellion will drag this already riddled country into the abyss.”

Yang Ming pressed on, “If no baptism by fire takes place, your citizens, their descendants, will see no hope.”

The Second Prince was a bit anxious, raising his hand to hold his forehead, his body starting to feel uncomfortable.

He seemed to return to that confined cage.

The meager food and fresh water delivered daily on schedule.

He initially roared like a beast, charging, but the beast was slowly drained of power, by that life-form called father walking outside the cage, his cold gaze killing the last ideals.

‘You’ll only lead this country into the abyss, Edwan.’

Suddenly, the Second Prince struggled to breathe.

He roared lowly, turning his head to yell at Yang Ming, a few expletives slipping from his mouth.

His handsome face now only held a grimace, a few veins bulging on his forehead.

That young man who had barreled at the cage was out of strength, curling in the corner, whimpering powerlessly, hopelessness written in his eyes, as despair like a dark fog slowly consumed him.

Until a conspicuous crimson appeared before him, he looked at the wrist slit by the fragments of a delicate bowl and chopsticks, slowly closing his eyes.

‘No one can save this country, Edwan, neither you nor I.’

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‘The Sherman Empire won’t allow us any form of independence, you only need to do well as a puppet, and that will be enough. You can complete this life with luck and happiness.’

‘Put away your damned hypocrisy, Edwan, no one truly cares about others’ lives or deaths; you just covet that good reputation to be written into the Wind chronicles.’

‘Edwan, I am very disappointed in you.’

“I can’t do it.”

The Second Prince raised his head, his face pale, looking at Yang Ming who was quietly observing him, forcing a smile, “You chose the wrong person, Ming.”

“Stand up.”

Yang Ming spoke softly.

The Second Prince just frowned, looking at Yang Ming.

“I said, stand up.”

Yang Ming’s gaze became increasingly sharp.

The Second Prince furrowed his brows even deeper, “You can’t order me, Ming.”

Yang Ming suddenly stepped forward, grabbed the Second Prince’s collar, rudely pulling this middle-aged man in front of him, staring into the Second Prince’s eyes.

The Second Prince’s breath almost halted because of it.

“Answer me now!”

Yang Ming’s voice fluctuated clearly, “Do you want to be a coward for life! Or take a chance with me right now!”

Edwan’s eyes showed struggle, but the faint glimmer soon dimmed.

“No, I can’t do it…”

Yang Ming tossed the Second Prince onto the sofa.

“Sorry, my friend,” Yang Ming laughed a bit, turning away, “I might have scared you, but I am truly worried about the current situation. I’ll go make a new plan and see you tomorrow.”

He took a step to leave, glancing back at the Second Prince, his eyes full of deep disappointment.

“Yang Ming…”

The Second Prince called out instinctively.

He suddenly had a strong premonition.

If he let Yang Ming walk away now, he might never see this guy again.

Yang Ming paused his steps, “Hmm?”

“Give me some motivation,” the Second Prince said softly, “Can you? Try to inspire me a bit, I currently have no confidence to face those two superpowers…”

Yang Ming pondered for over ten seconds, then spoke gently,

“When I opened my eyes to face this world, I had nothing, but now, I have the strength to struggle against fate, and I can plan step by step to save my family. Your starting point is already much better than mine, Edwan.

This filthy Milky Way is an endless abyss.

Power, desire, humanity, betrayal, wealth, fame, we’re all trapped in it struggling, and the development of technology cannot cover the ugliness of humanity; it instead builds a strong barrier, making it increasingly difficult for the weak to challenge the strong.

The difference lies in whether you choose to sink or grab the rope to climb up.

Don’t you want to see what the view outside the abyss looks like?”

Yang Ming extended his right hand to him.

“Don’t think about your country, the Emperor isn’t qualified to represent the nation’s will. I’m asking you, coward, do you want to challenge the mighty New Federation with me?”

At this moment, in Edwan Moon’s eyes, Yang Ming seemed to be emitting a faint light.

Though really very faint.