Ji Bonong was unable to say anything other than gratitude.
Although the process was indescribably painful, and the feeling of a tunnel being carved out in his body was excruciating, his entire body had undergone earth-shattering changes.
His eyes were filled with aether, and he could see the flow of aether in this world.
His skin and muscles were supported by aether, and they became stronger and stronger.
More importantly, the flies that had previously tormented him did not disappear. Instead, they were hidden somewhere in the void behind him, becoming a force that he could control.
"Mr. Ji is too polite. It's good that it's helpful to you. I spent a long time choosing this book. "
Lin Jie blushed with shame, but it was normal for Ji Bonong to have such an exaggerated reaction. After all, the power of this book was great even on Earth, let alone in this slightly backward alternate world.
He sat up straight and habitually crossed his hands to support his chin. With a serious expression, he said, "The power contained in this book is enough to subvert the entire society. It's like an invisible hand that can tip the scales of the entire world. I hope Mr. Ji can make good use of it."
The invisible hand was the most incisive summary of the Wealth of Nations.
The theory of the "invisible hand" was that there was an invisible hand that automatically adjusted the economic operation. Even if everyone acted from the perspective of personal benefit, the result would still promote the overall benefit of society.
This theory was also the foundation of the Western free economy. Although there were some drawbacks to completely following this set of free economy, and in Lin Jie's 21st century society, most of the content of the Wealth of Nations was behind the times. Remember the URL: m.9biquge.com.
But in terms of Nuo Jin's current situation, the Wealth of Nations was considerably ahead of its time.
Lin Jie himself did not have much ambition. He had no use for these books, so it was more reasonable to give them to Chairman Ji.
"The invisible hand …"
Ji Bonong almost couldn't calm his agitated emotions as he repeated these words. The fly that had been hidden in the void just now … or something else, it really did seem like a hand was controlling him.
"Yes, the invisible hand." Lin Jie gave an affirmative answer and said seriously, "Mr. Ji, although I gave this book to you out of trust for Miss Ji, I still have a question to ask you. In this world, the weak are often bullied and humiliated, but no one punishes them."
"Do you think there should be a just god to uphold justice for them?"
Ji Bonong was slightly taken aback when he heard this. Then, he felt his scalp go numb.
What was Boss Lin trying to do by asking this question and mentioning the invisible hand represented by 《Void Touch Palm》?
In other words, the essence of the question seemed to be … whether God could use His invisible hand that could change the rules to enforce His own justice.
Ji Bonong was silent for a long time. Then, with a trembling voice, he said, "In my opinion, there should be …"
"No, no, no!"
Lin Jie stretched out a finger and shook it. He smiled and said, "There shouldn't be."
Ji Bonong choked.
"There is no such thing as a god." Lin Jie said calmly. He spread his hands and said, "If there really is a god, it would probably be … the truth and rules of this world. Relying on a god that descended from the heavens to save the world's justice is too easy."
Lin Jie said this with some deliberation. Considering that religion was still popular in Nuo Jin, Lin Jie's words were too far-fetched.
"The weakness of human nature is to seek benefits and avoid harm." Lin Jie summarized another important point in 《The Wealth of Nations》. "Because of benefits, there is no need to spur people on. Anything that goes against the interests of human beings and urges them to do something is against human nature."
"It is because of this that when the invisible hand pushes the rules, it is often too free. It makes people crazily chase benefits and ultimately lead them to destruction."
Ji Bonong suddenly remembered that he had eavesdropped on Nuo Jin. Now that he thought about it, Boss Lin had let him hear it on purpose. He had said that the upper echelons of Nuo Jin were filled with countless vermin. The remaining power of the old aristocrats was corroding Nuo Jin. They were the people who chased after benefits.
Ji Bonong lowered his head to look at the book. He seemed to understand why Boss Lin had chosen this book for him.
"Luo Er Resources wants to liberate human nature and liberate the oppressed."
He said in a low voice. Then, his eyes lit up and he said excitedly, "This is the true goal of Luo Er Resources! Thank you for your guidance! "
Ah? It's me, right? Probably … Lin Jie thought awkwardly. He had only wanted Ji Bonong to be cautious and not become a capitalist who only chased after benefits. However, it seemed that he had made Ji Bonong understand something incredible.
He coughed twice and said, "In short, the most important thing is a person's own hard work. Servitude and oppression are both undesirable."
That's right. Oppressors were all anti-human. Those religious organizations that practiced self-denial were all oppressing human nature. The Dome Church had long since proven this point. Boss Lin … Ji Bonong thought to himself. Boss Lin seemed to be an enemy of the gods. His goal was to liberate human beings.
Wait a minute! Ji Bonong suddenly thought of something. If Boss Lin was a higher dimensional existence that surpassed the gods, and he had endless sympathy and help for human beings and could easily change the rules …
He was so benevolent and so powerful.
Could it be that he … was an Creator?
Ji Bonong suppressed his crazy thoughts and took a deep breath. He clenched the book in his hand tightly. "I completely understand Boss Lin's meaning. I will definitely remember your words and persevere on this path. I will bring Luo Er Resources to a better future …"
"It's good that you understand."
If you really do understand, and don't just comprehend something strange ….
Lin Jie blinked and reiterated the main idea with a serious expression. "In short, I believe that the way out of Luo Er Resources does not lie in the upper class. Instead, it is to let the light of humanitarianism spread throughout Nuo Jin. It is to work hard for the benefit of the majority … The love and recognition of the masses will bring Luo Er Resources to fruition."
"That's right." Ji Bonong nodded vigorously. "For ordinary people like me to be able to walk out of oppression one day!"
The corner of Lin Jie's mouth twitched.
Ordinary people?
You really dare to say that … ordinary people are the richest people in Nuo Jin? Even Versailles wasn't that ordinary!
However, the main idea was not wrong. With the current position of absolute monopoly of Luo Er Resources, the negative impact of "The Wealth of Nations" should be greatly reduced.
Lin Jie coughed twice. "That's off-topic. I almost forgot. We're not in a bookstore right now. Let's stop talking about books. I'm here to give you a present."
He looked at Ji Zhixu and said sincerely, "A few months ago, I met Miss Ji in a rainstorm and became friends through books. Unknowingly, so much time has passed. In my opinion, we can already be considered close friends."
Lin Jie emphasized the word "close friends" in order to let Ji Zhixu understand their relationship.
"I wish you a happy birthday, Miss Ji."
Lin Jie nonchalantly pulled out a simple wooden box from behind his back.
"Open it and take a look."
Lin Jie pushed the box in front of Ji Zhixu.
Ji Zhixu looked at the simple box and took a deep breath. She glanced at her father and, with great courage, gently opened the box.
It slowly unfolded in front of Ji Zhixu and Ji Bonong. It was an exquisitely constructed mechanical clock.
Ji Zhixu was stunned.
Looking at Ji Zhixu's shocked expression, Lin Jie couldn't help but cough twice. This was actually the clock-wheel worm that Andrew had given to Lin Jie last time. Lin Jie had used it to present Buddha with borrowed flowers.
Because his poor bookstore really didn't have anything good to offer, and Ji Zhixu had a close relationship with him, he couldn't give her books every time.
Therefore, Lin Jie naturally thought of this exquisitely made clock.
Last time, he had silently ridiculed in his heart, "Why give a clock as a present? Isn't this just sending someone off?"
However, thinking that Nuo Jin people didn't care about these things and that he really didn't have anything on hand, Lin Jie simply took it.
It was originally in an exquisite enamel box, but unfortunately, Boss Lin, who had a weakness for human nature, peeled it off — that box seemed to be worth a lot of money.
"Don't look at it just because it's an ordinary clock." Lin Jie said with a smile. He took the clock out of the box and pointed at a small worm lying on it. "Its power is extraordinary."
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