The article discusses how Marx's theory focuses on labor time as the basis of value and emphasizes the importance of Hegel's influence. It explores the concepts of totality and real abstraction in Capital, highlighting their role in shaping value. The interpretation of Marx's work should stay true to his ideas while also evolving in new directions. The theory proposed shifts the focus from money as the ultimate measure of value to money as a key factor in the capitalist system. Ultimately, it grounds the theory of value in the contested labor process within capitalism.