Chapter 192: Never Forget Why You Started_1

Jiang Yu finally breathed a sigh of relief; Burton had not let him down after all!

Burton's words struck Bil and the other two like a thunderclap. Yes, wasn't everything they had done initially for Jiang Yu's Wallfacer Project?

It was only then that Bil came back to his senses. When Jiang Yu wanted to return to the hotel the day before yesterday, hadn't he also told him to think things over? But how had he forgotten as soon as he turned around?

Since when had he started going astray? Why hadn't he realized it?

Jiang Yu said, "Our actions are not just for the Wallfacer Project, but for all of humanity!"

He sighed, "Don't think I'm being alarmist. History has always proved one point:

"The collective thought of humanity is easily influenced by the subjective consciousness of individuals, often departing from realistic situations and becoming more in line with what humanity desires.

"This leads to the collective thought of humanity often being an error or fallacy, or even a fantasy.

"That's why I created Moon City, to establish a calmer and more objective environment outside of humanity's collective thought."

Jiang Yu glanced at everyone again, "But look where you've all been focusing your efforts?"

He slammed the table, "With such shallow vision, how can we guide humanity out of the mire in the future?"

Burton, tears streaming down his face, said, "Moon City's atmosphere is as such, and I must bear the blame. Please allow me to resign from my position as mayor."

Bil felt terrible too. He remembered some of the conversations he had with Jiang Yu years ago when Jiang Yu had told him that he wasn't cut out for management work.

How had he lost himself in the midst of all the flattery? These past few years, he had achieved nothing in scientific research, having devoted all his efforts to finding fault with Burton.

Bil was very ashamed: "I also..."

Jiang Yu sighed, "You've made such a mess of Moon City, and now you want to drop the responsibility? Wishful thinking!"

Everyone looked at each other, not knowing what to do next.

Jiang Yu drank some tea before saying, "Moon City needs to adjust its strategy, but your methods are all superficial strategies that can only solve immediate problems.

"A real strategy must have long-term vision!"

Burton, Bil, and the others all looked to Jiang Yu, listening earnestly to his thoughts as if they had just met him.

Jiang Yu continued, "First, we must clarify one point: the situation on Earth will become increasingly severe and challenging in the future.

"Especially in the fields of thought and culture, autonomy and diversity will be increasingly lost!

"This is a good opportunity for us to attract top talents from Earth and establish Moon City's leadership position in the cultural and scientific fields of the human world!"

Burton, Bil, and the others became excited, thinking to themselves that the Wallfacer was truly formidable, able to ensure a long-lasting and invincible position for Moon City with just a few words.

Jiang Yu added, "Secondly, we must 'cultivate our internal strength!' Moon City doesn't have entrenched capital and bureaucratic forces, which makes it fertile ground for a new political system.

"Just like how the entire city uses shared cars and not a single private car exists — which city on Earth can achieve this?

"Gentlemen, we all know that Earth's political system has significant flaws, but due to various complicated forces, it can only be changed bit by bit.

"Changes are made, but at a pace slower than new errors arise!

"While Moon City has not yet formed a complex distribution of power, we must use Earth's political system as a blueprint to determine a forward-looking political regime.

"This system must be able to mobilize the city's power to the greatest extent and have a fast error-correcting capability!"

Jiang Yu stated solemnly, "Most importantly, every citizen of Moon City must strive for the success of the Wallfacer Project and for the future of all humanity.

"In light of these two goals, including myself and all of you, as well as Moon City itself, are expendable!

"If you ask me why I am so ruthless, I tell you, if we do not give it our all, then in the future, even survival will be a luxury!

"We must incorporate these two principles into Moon City's constitution and etch them in the heart of every citizen!"

Jiang Yu emphasized, "Remember, this is not about establishing an autocracy! Nor can it be democratic, as democracy is too inefficient.

"Practicality and effectiveness are key!"

Burton interjected, "So, the current principle of government-led action with civilian support can be retained."

Di Fengyi also said, "But the biggest problem with this system is the propensity to form bureaucracies, and problems can arise from within the government!"

"Use artificial intelligence!" Bil suggested. "Although Jiang Shiliu's ultimate result requires a massive computer.

"But Moon City has a great advantage: strong controllability! Artificial intelligence can be used as an important means of regulating government functions."

Jiang Yu clapped his hands, "Exactly! That's the way! As long as we work together! As long as we maintain lofty goals, who can trouble us?"

Bil sighed, "Ashamed, I am so ashamed!"

"Alright, let's not talk about the past!" Jiang Yu said, "Starting today, Moon City's political system will change to one where the Wallfacer complements the Governor.

"The Wallfacer will be responsible for setting the goals, and the Governor will carry out the organizing and implementing of those objectives!

"To ensure that the people of Moon City always remember this day, from today onwards, Moon City will be renamed Guanghan City!"

Everyone clapped together, their emotions both stirred and excited, as if they had rediscovered their purpose in life!

Jiang Yu continued, "Overall, Burton's performance was still satisfactory, and now I appoint Burton as the first Governor of Guanghan City.

"Bil, you should concentrate on scientific research. You're still the honorary mayor, but from now on, the management of the academy will be handed over to Burton.

"Di Fengyi, since you are going to Mars, do not go with a mindset of self-exile!

"We don't need PDC's Mars City; we will build our own! Di Fengyi, go and become the Governor of our own Mars City.

"In the future, Earth's harsh rule will also enter space, and PDC will not be able to compete with our Mars City!

"Beck should continue to stay undercover. PDC's isolation of Guanghan City won't be lifted anytime soon, so you need to handle matters that won't be appropriate for Guanghan City to deal with publicly!

"That's the real reason why I want you to remain hidden!

"Also, Number Three, you'll take over Di Fengyi's duties and also have the authority to access the oversight documents for Guanghan City's government departments."

Having said all this, Jiang Yu stood up, "Alright, these are Guanghan City's new objectives. Oh right, Bil's strategy team will move under Burton's command, to make the best use of their talents."

He smiled, "You guys discuss what I've mentioned. Tomorrow I'll go over my Wallfacer Projects with everyone and set new objectives for them."