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Since the founding of the Reun Dynasty, except during the reign of the founding emperor—when constant warfare made martial prowess a source of pride—the nation gradually shifted toward governance through wisdom and higher learning once stability was achieved.
The status of scholars rose higher and higher, while martial practices fell into decline. Other than those forced to practice martial arts due to being unable to get an education, it was mostly martial arts sects that kept the tradition of martial training alive.
The official who had spoken derisively was Zhang Li, a man nearing fifty who was known for his ordinarily steady demeanor.
As a vice minister responsible for assisting the External Prime Minister in governance, Zhang Li’s loyalty to the Qi faction was no secret. Everyone present knew clearly that Zhang Li was a staunch supporter of Qi Zongbi, often the first to cheer him on whenever he acted.
However, when Zhang...
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