But this is not about cause and effect; it's the unavoidable sunk cost, it's human nature.
In plain terms, it means being set up.
This is common in general companies, relationships, and business partnerships.
It's easy to unravel such a setup: either have a strong mind and get to the bottom of the matter to make it clear, and the setup naturally unravels, leading to a transparent mind.
Or, from the very beginning, don't get involved with others, don't step into the setup, as long as you feel there's no problem and it doesn't involve any crime, just create your own setup.
Right now, Zhang Feng is creating his own setup.
And if this were a normal society, where the thief couldn't kill to get his way, he would only end up spending money and effort and then be fooled by Zhang Feng.
If it were a contract stating it's a partnership, then it would be nothing but working for free.
