I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Summary

Wang Jin expresses his discontent with Zhang Yue's harsh depiction of war, believing it contradicts his moral upbringing that favors honorable battles. He envisions a romanticized version of warfare, where virtue prevails and conflicts are conducted with dignity. In contrast, Zhang Yue argues that winning justifies any means, dismissing Wang's idealism as naive. They debate the effectiveness of benevolence in influencing enemies, with Wang citing historical examples of virtue leading to peace. Zhang Yue counters with evidence from classic texts that endorse aggressive tactics against adversaries, emphasizing that historical figures celebrated military success regardless of methods.

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