Human beings had been social animals since ancient times. The existence of societies often represented the existence of standpoints. For example, you could be unique, but you couldn't take on a different standpoint.
If an old lady was getting bullied by a few punks and everyone was just watching at the side, then you wouldn't get into too much trouble for joining the bystanders and even sneering at the old lady.
However, if everyone was fighting against the punks and you chose to be an onlooker or even said something like 'You goddamn busybodies…", you would be in big trouble.
In the best case scenario, they would beat you up and spit on you. In the worst-case scenario, they might throw you into the river or show you why flowers were red.
Ling Yun Tower…
Was in such an awkward position at the moment.