People with larger structures know how to balance sharing power and sharing pressure. Smart people who have a sufficient understanding of human nature are not afraid of power being divided. They are just afraid that the cake will not be big enough to satisfy the ambitions of too many people. This principle is like doing business. A small business that makes one million a year only needs to hire two workers, and the boss can take 90% but only 900,000. A company that makes one billion a year requires the joint efforts of a large group of outstanding people, and the boss only takes 10%, which is still one billion.
Patton has a big picture, his research on human nature is also very thorough, and he is probably one of the smartest people in the world. That's why he tolerated the structure of separation of powers, and once single-handedly promoted the Council of Elders composed of German nobles.
In the underground city, the Elder's House is a special place. Although it does not have any administrative powers and is only responsible for some academic research matters, it plays a decisive role in the underground city. Not only because all its members are German aristocratic family bosses who have great influence in the outside world. Also because Schroeder gave the Council of Elders the power to control the Dungeon Code. And the Presbytery also manages the only university in the underground city. In both the fields of science and theology, they have many unique research results.
On the eighth floor of the dungeon, the Gestapo represents the concrete power, while the Elders represent the noble and pure spiritual power.
Power without power is a castle in the air, but power without power cannot be ignored.
The Council of Elders has great power and greater potential, and even Barton does not dare to ignore it. And Fengtrich's father Heynckes is the dean of the Underground City Elders' House, an outstanding philosopher, and also a terrifying strong man. Heynckes is considered to be Schroeder's direct student, the scholar who has studied the Dungeon Code most profoundly, and is also the most authoritative scientist in the field of spiritual will research. He studies spiritual power in a scientific way and has made great achievements in this regard. Outstanding results.
Heynckes formed a scientific research team at the German University that specializes in the study of mental power. About thirty years ago, he organized team members to conduct an experiment in which everyone concentrated their willpower to release their mental power through a machine to push a block. The stone, in the end, this three-pound stone was actually controlled by the power of mind to float in the air. Since then, his team has been making unremitting explorations in this area. Up to now, it seems to be the most mysterious force in the underground city.
Fontrich's words were harsh. For Patton, who had established a power system based on personality worship and theological beliefs, this kind of questioning was almost unforgivable. But until this moment, Barton's face was already very ugly, but he still managed not to have an attack. Barton was well aware of the importance of the Presbyterian Church and the significance of Heynckes’ research. At the same time, he also needed Vontrich's presence to balance Sorge's growing power in the military.
The more ambitious a person is, the more patience he needs to match it.
Patton drew Li Muye into the core circle of power of the Gestapo. In addition to valuing Brother Ono's strength, another very important reason was that Li Muye was not German. Patton hoped to form a new consensus within the Gestapo. The Gestapo belonged to all Newly evolved races do not necessarily require Germanic people to enter the core circle of power.
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Of course, Patton's actions were not easily accepted by the Germans. When Fonrich stood up to oppose this matter, he actually represented the thoughts of some people. Sorge, on the other hand, simply opposed Fontrich, and he might not accept Li Muye so readily.
The Presbytery has always been neutral between Barton and Schroeder. Some of the elders who came here from the outside world basically have a dispensable attitude towards the outside world, so they are not so towards Schroeder. be opposed to. Their relatively young descendants are full of longing for the outside world and have long been disgusted by Schroeder's approach of trapping everyone here. In other words, within the Presbytery, there is a dispute between the two.
Barton not only needs the young people in the Presbyterian faction to share his hatred against Schroeder, but also needs the German aristocratic bosses in the Presbyterian House to continue to assist him in managing the underground city in the future. It was obviously unwise to offend the Presbytery for Li Muye at this time. But if we stop here, I'm afraid that Patton's absolute authority will be shaken in the future.
"Fontrich, my child." Barton first called Fontrich's name, then turned his attention to Li Muye, and said: "Li Muye, my good friend, you are all valued by me. Excellent talents are also the elite among reformed people. In my heart, we are all the same kind. There is no difference between Orientals and Germans, or Anglo-Saxons. Now there is a conflict between you. I don’t think this is a big deal. We have common goals and enemies. This is the basis for us to stand together..."
Fengtrich said: "Teacher, please forgive me for interrupting you. Your student does not think this is an internal contradiction. What I need to remind you is that Mr. Li's wife in the outside world is called Bai Wuxia. You I don’t know what kind of woman she is. In Europe, she was a partner of Schroeder Laboratory, but in North America, she is our biggest enemy in the outside world." He looked at Li Muye coldly and said, "Li Muye Sir, could you please explain?"
"A woman has such great ability?" Barton was really surprised.
Li Muye smiled bitterly and shrugged: "I have nothing to explain. I came here for three people. Before this, I had no intention of joining the Gestapo, and I didn't know about Bai Wuxia's feud with you. I I spend less time with her and stay away from her more, and I am emotionally distant from her. I haven’t contacted her for a long time.”
"But you once gave up your life for her!" Fengtrich smiled sinisterly, stared into Li Muye's eyes, and said, "Mr. Li, do you want to deny this?"
"You know a lot." Li Muye nodded and said, "It seems that the Grandmaster of the Knights Templar is also one of yours?"
Fengtrich said proudly: "We know everything. As for our relationship with the three major knights, you don't need to know."
Li Muye said: "I have nothing to explain about this matter. Before I came to the dungeon to be transformed, I was Li Muye, and now, I am one of the new humans at the top of the evolutionary chain. You will not trust me or not." It changed me. Originally, I didn’t necessarily want to join the Gestapo. It was Mr. Patton who pointed me in the right direction. I decided to become his follower and fight for freedom with you. For this matter, I don’t mind following If anyone wants to fight, this is my explanation, I’m done, who is for it and who is against it?”
Barton listened carefully. He didn't want to let it go, but he didn't want to offend the Council of Elders behind Fontrich. At this moment, he needs a knife that is sharp, fearless, and dares to bear all the consequences. It can help him cut down the murderous knife of the forces of the Elders who are unwilling to be completely suppressed and frequently appear! He paused his gaze on Li Muye and secretly hoped in his heart: If you want to quickly overthrow Schroeder's rule, you must first help me suppress the voices of both sides.
"I object!" Fengtrich stood up and said, "You..."
With a bang, Li Muye responded with a fist. The two of them were sitting close to each other. Brother Xiaoye punched him on the chin with a wave of his hand. The punch used six points of force, but it was not enough to completely disintegrate Fontrich's fight. However, his strength aroused his anger and fighting spirit, and he immediately stood up and pounced on Brother Xiaoye... (End of this chapter)