European Emperor Cultivation System

Chapter 97 Handling
"human nature?"

All of you here are businessmen who are well versed in the world, but are not good at philosophy, and have no interest in it. Compared with long and profound philosophical discussions, teaching them how to make money is more attractive.

"Don't get me wrong, I'm not like Socrates' group of philosophers. Right now, we should solve the problem of food and clothing first, and talk about culture and education later." Li Peijun looked at the stunned faces of the audience, and quickly explained .

"The civil dispute cases have been dealt with, but how to deal with those criminal cases seems to have not yet been determined, right?"

With an unpredictable expression on his face, Oulen simply asked directly: "My lord, I don't quite understand what you mean. What do you mean by the human nature you want to talk about with us?"

"Let's put it this way, what do you think of the criminals who were imprisoned for crimes such as theft, robbery, murder, etc." Li Peijun directly opened the sky and spoke openly.

"Those people are like Adam and Eve who were tempted by Satan to eat the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden. They are already abandoned by God. Naturally, they are at the disposal of others. Life and death are at the mercy of God." The highly respected Oren talked about his views on this aspect insights.

Seeing the weighty Oulen's views on this matter, the other businessmen off the field started their long speeches according to the wind. Without exception, they all severely criticized this contemptible behavior, and some people would cite it from time to time. The allusions in the Bible step on a few more feet.

"It seems that everyone here is very familiar with the Bible, and you can learn all the classics and deeds at your fingertips." Li Peijun joked, with heavy thoughts in his relaxed words.

"Your lord is admirable. In fact, in Harfleur, our Chamber of Commerce is as devout as the secular nobles. Everyone will go to worship and pray every time they go to sea or return, and they will naturally become familiar with it over time."

Oulen replied modestly, but still clearly felt the pride revealed between the lines.

In Li Peijun's eyes, these businessmen are complete egoists, and they treat matters that have nothing to do with them with indifference. Even if they exist, it is just a cover-up and a show on the spot.

The vision determines the mind. After all, I come from a civilized society in the future. Naturally, I cannot use the universal values ​​of later generations to judge the common people of the present. Everything has to be done according to the rules and step by step.

"Let's change the hypothesis. If these criminals were forced to embark on such a path because they were desperate and had no choice but to embark on such a path, would your ideas and opinions be any different?"

"Every criminal will say that he is innocent, and God will tell the truth. All we have to do is to bring these guys who destroy public order to justice."

Oulen made an impassioned speech, and patted his chest to promise that if he were a judge, he would punish this type of criminals severely.

Oulen probably guessed that the lord wanted to use this to defend the dignity of the law, but unfortunately he misunderstood the meaning of the law. Li Peijun naturally knew the importance of defending the dignity of the law, and he also knew the huge consequences of the abuse of torture.

Everyone is equal before the law, this is the highest code that Li Peijun follows.

"Okay, okay, let me say a few words." Li Peijun called to stop the arguing businessmen below. The situation on the court was more difficult than he expected. The attitude of these businessmen towards criminals was only hatred and hatred. Bored, without any sympathy or mercy.

"I feel that the existing law is too heavy on the sentencing of such incidents. It should be appropriately reduced depending on the specific circumstances of the case. As for the reduction, the two previously arranged are responsible for compiling a rough regulation."

"My lord, do you think this is inappropriate? These are extremely vicious people, and they will cause endless trouble if they are treated laxly." Although Oulen now understands the real intention of the lord, he still couldn't help but advise a few words.

"I know that punishment is essential, but it's just a means, not an end. If we can influence and educate them during the punishment process and give them a chance to be human again, that's what God would like to see."

After Li Peijun partially affirmed Oulun's opinion, he expressed his own position. The atmosphere of the audience suddenly became silent, and the discussion on the issue seemed to be deadlocked.

"Let me make another inappropriate assumption. I believe that everyone here may not have that experience. If some of you have no choice but to steal a piece of bread because your life is difficult to survive, but you have to be severely punished for it, what do you think? Is it the same as before?"

"This..." Oulun was speechless for a moment, and the atmosphere that had just been broken fell into silence again.

"If the identity of the criminals is changed from civilians to businessmen, I believe everyone will feel a little disturbed, and when we can truly put ourselves in their shoes and think about them, you will definitely feel a lot."

Oulen pursed his lips, and replied: "Yes, I also think that the sentences for some minor crimes are too severe."

Hearing what Oulen, who was in charge, said, the merchants and nobles at the scene seemed to be enlightened collectively, and they all stood on the side of sympathizing with criminals.

Li Peijun also knows that these duplicity guys still have a grudge against this, and the superficial response cannot conceal the inner disdain, and they have to wait until they have the opportunity to practice slowly and achieve results before they can be fully promoted.

"Is any of you here a big businessman engaged in handicraft industry?"

"Report to Lord Lord, I am." Oulen raised his hand timidly, not knowing what would happen next.

"I just tried a case this morning. A bankrupt craftsman stole the knight's cowhide girdle because he couldn't make a living. I assigned him to work with you to pay off the debt. The wages and salaries are paid according to normal industry standards."

Oulun frowned, a little reluctantly, "This..., I'm afraid..."

"Don't worry, if similar things happen to him while he's working here, all the losses he caused will be on my shoulders." Li Peijun knew Oulen's concerns, so he directly injected a sedative.

"Don't treat him as a criminal while working, treat him as an ordinary worker. After the debts are paid off, he can decide whether to go or stay."

"Okay, I'm willing to share the lord's worries." After receiving the guarantee, Oulen agreed.

"Okay, I hope you will cooperate sincerely and contribute to the construction of a new order in Harfleur. The future belongs to us." Li Peijun continued the summary he had half-way through before, and after some longing, he hastily ended the temporary meeting. Meeting.

(End of this chapter)