Silver Fox.

Summary

The chapter highlights the contrasting lifestyles and economic strategies of different cultural groups. The Huihu, being nomadic, live day-to-day without accumulating wealth, unlike the agricultural Song and Han people who prepare for future calamities, leading to greater wealth over time. Tie Xin Yuan, as the king, must balance the diverse needs of his subjects, including the carefree Tubo and the simple Westerners, while fostering prosperity. He acknowledges the need for military strength from the Huihu, despite their laziness, to protect the wealth generated by the industrious Song and Han. The narrative underscores the complexity of leadership, requiring suppression of cleverness, protection of the naive, encouragement of diligence, and motivation of the lazy. The dialogue between Tie Xin Yuan and Liu Yan reflects the pragmatic approach to governance, emphasizing the importance of education and leadership development among the young for future survival.

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