Lin Zexu and Queen Victoria

Lin Zexu expresses his disdain to opium through his descriptions. He says opium has a repugnant odor when processed in factories. He also cites opium usage and production as deeds that will keep people from heaven. Lin Zexu believes opium is leading to China's downfall. They institute a death penalty through beheading or hanging. This isn't done to punish the user, but it's done moreso to incite fear in those who use opium. Lin Zexu employs fear to stop the spread of opium usage and cut it down to nothing.