Multiplayer requests

In my opinion a free private multiplayer is necessary in this game. It would enhance Minecraft infinitely and I would play so, so much more. Minecraft with your friends would be so amazing, but it costs money and requires recurring payments, which is impractical for me and a lot of other people, especially in target demographics, like teenagers and young adults, and especially for younger children. As it is Minecraft hurts me too much to play because of how lonely it is. I understand needing to make money, but keeping an easy, good multiplayer behind a paywall is uncalled for, in my opinion. Thank you for any consideration you give.