Silver Fox.

Summary

The chapter discusses the entrenched power and corruption within the military families of the Song Dynasty. Despite the dissolution of military power by Emperor Taizu, these families remain influential, prioritizing wealth over national defense. Civil officials, wary of military power, recruit generals from commoners, using them as temporary tools. The narrative highlights the flawed horse policy, predicting the decline of the Song's military capability. Tie Xin Yuan criticizes the Song's governance, pointing out the mismanagement of resources and land, and the hypocrisy in their policies. He aspires to expose these issues to the world, emphasizing the need for reform.

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