Many people have stepped forward at critical moments in history, and among them, the majority are the little guys who did something remarkable in corners unnoticed and unseen, and hence died, their heroism unknown to the world afterward.
People can come forward in different ways.
Ma Lin knew he was facing a crossroads, the Egg forcing him to make a choice.
Would he be a coward, hiding behind others, or attempt to be a man, standing in front of them?
With so many people in the world, there's no need for everyone to step forward. But some must.
The Egg meant that Ma Lin had to be one of those who stepped forward.
Ma Lin's nature was selfish and weak, and now was the time for him to cast aside his weakness.
The Egg said, "Some things really aren't as difficult as they seem. Stepping forward is the right decision, in line with human nature; once you make this choice, everything else becomes easier."
Ma Lin nodded in agreement.
