Chapter 205 - 203: Street Interviews Are for Promoting Positive Energy

Chapter 205: Chapter 203: Street Interviews Are for Promoting Positive Energy

Rian Sinclair paused for a moment before continuing, "If Sakura hadn’t committed such heinous crimes in Veridia, inflicting inhumane devastation on our people and slaughtering 35 million of our civilians and soldiers, why would anyone have taken the measure of blowing up their infamous shrine?"

The logical sequence of Rian Sinclair’s words was undeniable. If it weren’t for Sakura, she probably wouldn’t have taken any action. After all, no single person would dare to directly oppose an entire nation on their own. But in Rian Sinclair’s eyes, Sakura and Meridia were the exceptions. She remembered history, and she would never forget it.

The female streamer’s face turned livid. She couldn’t believe someone would openly berate the country she revered so much. Her gaze toward Rian Sinclair was filled with malice as she retorted, "Remembering history and learning from its lessons is what we should do. We’ve endured humiliation for so many years and finally grown strong. As citizens, shouldn’t we look at the big picture? Shouldn’t we show the magnanimity of a great nation?"

Rian Sinclair chuckled. Within Veridia, ninety-nine percent of the population disliked Sakura. The remaining minority were just a bunch of sycophants who blindly worshipped foreigners. Hearing the streamer’s words, Rian Sinclair was almost infuriated to the point of laughter by her shameless attitude. "The magnanimity of a great nation is a matter of perspective. But in my eyes, the magnanimity of a great nation means absolutely refusing to take any shit from anyone.

"When we were poor and backward, we endured humiliation, forged ahead through hardships, and worked tirelessly to prosper. Wasn’t all that effort just so we could become strong enough to never be bullied again?"

"This..." The female streamer choked on her words, completely rendered speechless by Rian Sinclair’s sharp retort. However, she was determined to spark an internet war. "Miss, your understanding is too one-sided! What is your evaluation of Sakura?"

Listening to the streamer, Rian Sinclair knew this was a blatant attempt to redirect the crosshairs onto her. But since this walking bounty wanted to speak up for those dogs, she didn’t mind trapping the mutt and teaching her a lesson.

"I won’t deny that there are good people in Sakura, so I won’t judge them on an individual level. But if we’re evaluating their national character: they pander to the strong and bully the weak, they are inherently greedy, shamelessly despicable, and utterly ruthless."

The streamer was dumbfounded to hear her beloved country slandered like this. She opened her mouth to argue back, but Rian cut her off.

"Don’t interrupt me," Rian Sinclair continued. "Let me give you some examples." Under the watchful eyes of the surrounding crowd and the attentive ears of everyone in the live broadcast, she spoke slowly and clearly.

"In his Comprehensive Mirror for Aid in Government, Silas once noted: ’They understand petty etiquette but lack great righteousness; they obsess over minor details but lack great virtue; they value trivialities but disregard honor and shame; they fear power but do not cherish virtue. When strong, they are inevitably bandits; when weak, they are inevitably subservient.’

"Emperor Kaelan of the Cinderfall Empire once stated that they know nothing of gratitude or friendship in this world, and are only cowed by military might, which is why one must never show them the slightest leniency.

"Even Vestria has described them as extremely twisted, treacherous, and downright disgusting.

"Lumeria explicitly pointed out that they are a sinister, cunning, and cruel race. They are incredibly opportunistic, and their bloodthirsty madness is akin to that of a vampire—once they spot your weakness, they will instantly tear your throat out, leaving absolutely no chance of survival.

"The Great Emperor Purian of Ursia summed it up perfectly when he said, ’A mirror won’t shine without wiping; the Sakurans won’t behave without a beating,’ hitting the nail on the head regarding their worship of force and their unpredictable volatility.

"As early as the 13th century, Sakuran warriors engaged in maritime piracy along the coast of Veridia, slaughtering and looting innocent civilians.

"By the 16th century, Sakura launched a large-scale maritime invasion. They burned, killed, and pillaged along the Veridian coast, brutalizing our people. They even waged a six-year war of aggression against Ryonia.

"In the 1930s, Sakura launched a full-scale invasion of Veridia, massacring Veridian people and orchestrating the atrocious NJ Massacre.

"And let’s not forget the gruesome human experiments conducted by Unit 713 in Kharson. Every single one of these crimes exposes Sakura’s inherent brutality.

"As a Veridian, you might not love your motherland, but please don’t hurt her. She sheltered you as you grew up safely and healthily, and your own ancestors might very well have died under the blades and guns of the Sakurans.

"From ancient times to the present, the Sakuran nation has continuously engaged in overseas plundering and colonial expansion. They are vicious, ruthless, erratic, and revere martial force. This has become the historical mark of their race.

"The Veridian people have suffered immensely from Sakuran aggression and witnessed their brutal true nature firsthand. Properly recognizing Sakura’s true face and taking precautions against them is a matter of paramount importance not just for Veridia, but for the entire world.

"I don’t know what your goal is by conducting this street interview. Street interviews are meant to promote positive values, not to fabricate nonsense and broadcast distorted narratives.

"A street interview involves surveying or interviewing citizens on the streets to understand their thoughts, feelings, and needs. This format allows for a better understanding of the public’s needs while giving citizens a platform to express their opinions and suggestions on social issues.

"It can also facilitate dialogue between citizens, the government, and enterprises, enhancing mutual communication and cooperation. Therefore, street interviews hold significant meaning in improving social satisfaction and promoting better public decision-making.

"As for what you mentioned regarding high-tech sanctions, I will only say this: as the ’big brother,’ one would never allow their ’little brother’s’ fist to be bigger than their own. The big brother firmly believes that having the biggest fist is what makes him the boss."

Everyone fights for their own interests, so they wouldn’t impose sanctions over one specific issue. Rather, other countries simply refused to share their high technology, and whatever they did release was already outdated and used purely to siphon money. Rian Sinclair didn’t voice those final thoughts aloud.

Listening to Rian Sinclair’s sharp and articulate barrage, the female streamer experienced a moment of bewilderment, unsure if she was the one asking the questions or if Rian Sinclair was interrogating her. It belatedly dawned on her that the initiative had seemingly been in Rian Sinclair’s hands the entire time. She had been stuck in a completely passive position. Furthermore, the streamer was already so disoriented that she couldn’t distinguish whether she was in Veridia or Sakura. To think that the Sakura she had always so deeply respected was viewed as so utterly despicable by others.

Recovering, she quickly tried to explain on Sakura’s behalf. "Miss, what you just said are evaluations of Sakura from people of the past. We are living in a new era now. We should focus on the present rather than constantly dwelling on history.

"Besides, ever since the reform, Sakura has provided low-interest loans and transferred technology, which has been immensely beneficial to Veridia’s development."

Hearing the opponent utter such brainless remarks, Rian Sinclair almost found it laughable on her behalf. "Do you not understand how business transactions work? They provide goods, and we provide the money. When did they ever give us anything for free? Furthermore, they’ve squeezed vastly more wealth out of Veridia than they ever put in.

"Let’s just take a recent example—the nuclear leak that has caught the attention of our entire society. Disregarding neighboring countries and the interests of humanity worldwide, they chose to handle it solely through their most cost-effective method.

"The ocean belongs to all of mankind; it is not the private property of a single nation. Yet, what did they do? Ignoring the vehement opposition of all humanity, they stubbornly had their way. What’s the point of their polite bowing in everyday life? They have committed a crime against humanity, and they will ultimately be condemned by the people of the world."

(Disclaimer: This is an alternate universe, alternate universe, alternate universe! Important things must be said three times!!!)