Chapter 16: Lao Can's Reflections
Bab 16: Refleksi Lao Can Lao Can merenungkan semua yang telah ia lihat dan alami selama perjalanannya, mencoba memahami makna dari peristiwa-peristiwa tersebut.
During his journey, Lao Can engaged in profound reflections. He thought about China's problems, thought about the path forward, and also thought about his own responsibilities.
Lao Can believed that China's core problem was the institutional problem. The Qing Dynasty's system was already corrupt and could not truly solve problems. Only by establishing a new system could China's destiny be truly changed.
Lao Can also believed that cultural collision was the challenge China faced. China needed to take the essence and discard the dregs, creating a new culture that possessed both traditional advantages and modern elements.
Lao Can also thought about his own responsibilities. As a witness, he had the responsibility to record the history of this era and let later generations understand the truth. He decided to continue traveling and continue recording.
These reflections made Lao Can even more determined. He knew what he should do and also knew the significance of his records for later generations. This determination enabled him to overcome various difficulties during his journey.