756 When The Birds Are Gone, The Bow Is Cast Aside (2/2)

The emperor was hoping that Bao'er would name him as the most venerable person in the world. That could at least feed his ego, and would render him a great deal of accomplishment - they could even bring themselves out of this sticky situation with it. He was already the world's most venerable one after all - he could most certainly close an eye over any educational misdemeanors that Yun Yang had imparted!

”Back then, I told my uncle, 'The most venerable of all are those who sacrificed their lives - the heroes on the battlefield who slaughtered our enemies,” replied Bao'er.

The emperor secretly let out a dejected sigh. There was a burning sensation within his heart as he implored, ”Oh?”

”Bao'er said it as it was. Uncle said, 'Bao'er, you're right about that. The most venerable ones are the heroes. Without their sacrifice, how will there be peace in the world? However… if one day the world is finally blessed with peace, and when these heroes no longer have their battles to fight - are they still the most venerable ones of all?'” Bao'er replied.

The emperor threw Yun Yang another hawk-like glare. ”This is certainly a pressing problem - how does Bao'er see this, though?”

”Bao'er thinks that these people are still the most venerable people of all! For they've completed fighting their battles - that on its own is respectable. Due to the existence of such men, we no longer fear war!” replied Bao'er.

His Majesty said jovially, ”Bao'er, you're absolutely correct. What else?”

”Uncle Yun said that I was right, too! Then he told me, 'When faced with a hero, he should always be treated as a hero.' He wanted me to always remember 'when the birds are gone, the good bow is cast aside' - and never to forget it.”

Bao'er said it as it was.

Everybody was completely dumbfounded and started coughing simultaneously.

What the hell? They had just maneuvered themselves away from the topic, how the hell did it find its way back?

This was a blatant affront indeed!

Fang Qingtian and Qiu Jianhan looked as though they were sitting on nails. They squirmed anxiously, unable to hide their discomfort.

This question was already a solemn topic when deliberated in private - discussing this in the presence of His Majesty himself was even more heart-thumping!

Without missing a beat, Bao'er sweet voice could be heard once more. ”For now, we, the Empire of Yutang, may have the vision to unite the world, but to do so, we have to address the issue of casting aside our useful resources when the deed is done.”

This exact thought was echoed within the hearts of Qiu Jianhan and Fang Qingtian.

Yes, if the world is united as one, the ones at the most awkward position would undoubtedly be those who had sacrificed everything they treasured, including their lives - the soldiers!

How should this issue be resolved?

How can they never forget the purpose they have carried since the start?

The soldiers, especially the outstanding ones, were the most arrogant and fearsome ones - if they were to be rewarded for the deeds they have contributed accordingly, every single one of them possessed equally impressive merits; However, if such individuals were delegated into higher positions, they would no longer have the chance to exercise their combat abilities - if that is the case, how should they be arranged? How can this be sustained for long?

If there is no solution to make such arrangements, how would the future look like?

This was an incredibly serious problem. If this was looked upon in a more progressive way of thinking, it was obvious that nobody could ignore it, and it was something that should not be taken lightly.

However, a significant number from this bunch would certainly become an unexpected factor. There was no doubt that when it came to this - avoiding the problem would not bring any benefits!

The sharp gaze in the emperor's eyes did not recede one bit. ”Bao'er, do continue.”

Bao'er continued, ”Uncle said, when the birds are gone, a good bow should be retained. That itself is something reasonable to say - if it was a good bow, of course, you'd save it for future use. You don't always have to kill your hunting dog when you're done hunting the rabbits.”

The emperor squinted his eyes. Qiu Jianhan and Fang Qingtian held their breaths, awaiting further elaboration from Bao'er.