Chapter 337 – Emphasizing Education to Promote Reform (Part One)

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Ye Kuang suddenly stretched his limbs and remarkably executed a set of Subduing Tiger Fist Intent.

For a moment, his punches stirred the wind and thunder into a dance, their roaring echoes impossible to ignore.

After an indeterminate period, his fist techniques abruptly ceased. As he settled into a horse stance with arms leveled, he slowly exhaled from his Dantian.

At that moment, the onlookers inevitably descended into a frenzy.

Conversely, witnessing this, Ye Kuang couldn’t help but feel somewhat awkward.

The scene starkly contrasted with what he had imagined.

He had assumed that anyone encountering efforts to revitalize martial arts would remain composed, yet the out-of-control scene now presented an inexplicably shocking sight.

Reflecting on this, he couldn’t resist asking in puzzlement, “Elders, uncles, and aunties, is there a flower on my face? Don’t just watch the spectacle, hey hey.”

Unbeknownst to him, his words plunged the entire atmosphere into laughter.

Seeing this, Ye Kuang inwardly sighed: What in the world is this? It’s giving me a sense of social embarrassment.

“Young Master Ye, what school does this fist technique belong to? I felt as if a punch had struck my chest, making it hard to breathe.”

“Exactly! The movements seem ordinary at first glance, but their power is astonishing.”

“Young Master Ye, your mastery must have reached the sublime. Why not open a Martial Arts School? Surely many would come seeking your guidance.”

Admittedly, the entire scene suddenly brimmed with vitality again, each person visibly radiant with enthusiasm.

Thus, Ye Kuang’s furrowed brows relaxed slightly, and he couldn’t help but chuckle, “Ah, that’s really unnecessary. I’ve always been lazy by nature—how could I dedicate my life to such a endeavor?”

As he spoke, his gaze deepened like a starry river, meeting the fervent eyes around him, and he continued musing, “When one has a clear goal in heart, the present seems paved with gold. But my aspirations lie far beyond. Rather than donning a conspicuous robe to guide lost lambs toward their path, I’d prefer to live freely as I desire—eating, drinking, playing, sleeping, and waking each day to a jianbing guozi with an extra serving.”

“Hahaha, Young Master Ye is truly a humorous and witty fellow. Then, might you share your insights on the current martial arts world, allowing us to admire your demeanor?”

“Young Miss, you might be overthinking. I’m merely a newcomer here. Setting aside any talk of mastery, my humble skills hardly deserve your attention. However, I do have some thoughts on the current education sector—I wonder if I should speak of them…”

Ye Kuang’s words trailed off, clearly hesitant.

This hesitation stemmed from his diversion of the topic: as a martial artist proposing suggestions for the education world, he feared being met with ridicule if word got out.

Indeed, the mixed gazes in the crowd subtly reflected his inner concerns.

Those bright yet concealed eyes held both schadenfreude and the excitement of uncovering something substantial.

“Then please enlighten us, Young Master Ye. Why not let everyone gain inspiration? If it’s highly feasible, it might even come true. By then, you’d have left a bold stroke on the canvas of great achievements.”

“Indeed, indeed! Let’s hear your words. Everyone, a round of applause!””Ah, not so, not so. There’s no need for applause. What if it’s all flashy moves with no substance? That would just make us all laughingstocks, hehe…”

Instantly, as one might expect, sarcastic remarks and cynical comments began circulating frequently throughout the venue.

It was evident that most people clearly paid little regard to Ye Kuang’s attention-seeking behavior.

And Ye Kuang naturally took in all of this.

As the saying goes: fame and fortune are but fleeting clouds obscuring one’s vision, like sand in hand, easily cast aside.

Although he still felt somewhat displeased with the surrounding negativity, his inherently bold and decisive nature destined him to step forward and challenge dissenting voices.

“When it comes to education, I have some personal insights. Whether they’re feasible or not isn’t for a mere commoner like me to decide.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Ye Kuang couldn’t conceal his solemn expression and began speaking earnestly: “Martial Arts has always emphasized the interconnection between external and internal cultivation. Similarly, education should have its own unique merits. Regarding this approach, I tentatively name it ‘Teach,’ ‘Nurture,’ ‘Enlighten,’ and ‘Inspire’—consolidating foundations while innovating.”

After these words, the onlookers and media present: “…”

But who would have thought? As soon as Ye Kuang finished speaking, the entire venue was secretly stunned.

Unaware of this, he continued: “Though I don’t know how everyone views educational methods, I must first point out its flaws. University students study merely for the sake of studying. Even after entering university life, the outcome might be so contrary to expectations that even ancient sages would lament it.”

Upon hearing this, many in the audience gradually grew solemn.

Ye Kuang paid no heed and spoke freely: “As for children, they may seem ignorant, only knowing that mistakes lead to either beatings or scoldings. Has anyone considered what might become of them in the future once they suffer heavy blows?”

With this question posed, it was foreseeable that the venue once again fell into an inexplicable uproar.

Some responded with disdain, while others fell into deep reflection.

Seeing this, Ye Kuang suddenly declared resolutely: “A family with sound education might guide children toward positive thinking, using mistakes to reflect on correct solutions. But if the family ethos is flawed, how can children be influenced to do the right thing?”

“Perhaps they might find the right path through others, but that’s merely a slim chance. What if they never encounter a good mentor in life? The outcome would be one we’d rather not face.”

“Therefore, leveraging external influences to guide children in learning to think proactively is key. Their innate desire is to remain undisturbed by external factors. As long as they learn to make correct choices from this process, that suffices. This might sound profound, so let me explain it simply.”

At this point, after Ye Kuang’s concise remarks, his lingering words hovered in everyone’s ears, leaving the entire venue once again in a daze.

It must be said that his speech had strikingly captured the multiplied attention of countless parents.

“Yes, my mischievous child is always getting into trouble and gets either beaten or scolded by me every day. Yet, the outcome remains the same as before—sometimes even more rebellious. What exactly is going on?””Oh? Your household is the same. My little rascal is practically a reincarnated troublemaker—the more you scold him, the naughtier he gets. If he isn’t crying, he’s throwing a tantrum, and he even nearly pulled a stunt like hanging himself to get your attention.”

As the atmosphere warmed up slightly, Ye Kuang sensed the timing was right and chimed in thoughtfully, “Hitting isn’t a solution, and scolding isn’t the ultimate goal. Guidance is the fundamental approach to solving problems. After all, a child’s mind is like a blank sheet of paper. If you paint it with heavy strokes, they’ll carry that into their future actions—that’s one of the key differences.”

“Remember, children are the flowers of the future, the hope for all of us.”

“As the saying goes, ‘One takes on the color of one’s company.’ I’m sure none of you uncles and aunts want your children to grow up as societal parasites.”

As soon as Ye Kuang finished speaking, he drew the attention of many passersby.

Clearly, his perspective resonated deeply with everyone, and some even felt an inexplicable sense of anticipation.

Seeing this, Ye Kuang knew he couldn’t keep them in suspense any longer. Instantly, he adopted the solemn demeanor of a mentor and began to elaborate.

“Instead of resorting to extreme actions from parents or others, my suggestion is to use different scenarios to indirectly illustrate the consequences of such behavior, helping children reflect on what might happen if they were in a similar situation.”

As his words settled, the crowd suddenly fell into an unexpected silence.

It was evident that the parents were deeply contemplating this approach to guidance, lost in thought.

Meanwhile, Ye Kuang, having started, couldn’t seem to stop—his words poured out like an unstoppable torrent.

“Countless actions lead to nothing but headaches as consequences. To educate children, we must help them deeply understand these principles, guiding them toward making the right choices. After all, human nature is inherently good from the start.”

“When external and internal understanding align, their critical thinking skills will greatly improve, allowing them to distinguish between superficial and fundamental aspects of issues. Their minds will naturally mature over time. With positive family influences, our nation can stand on a foundation of civilization in the future.”

“As for crude insults, they only encourage imitation, leading to outcomes none of you uncles and aunts would wish to see. But what if we approach this through books, from various angles? Remember, books are children’s second life mentors. Education is no child’s play—it requires both teaching and nurturing to foster a healthy educational environment.”

“With teaching comes reflection; with nurturing comes growth.”

As he spoke, Ye Kuang couldn’t help but feel a tinge of melancholy, and he went on to share various methods and suggestions.

“First, I must emphasize that parents share a direct blood bond with their children. If parents can set a proper example when faced with others’ harsh actions, it would be a blessing for the children and a meaningful purpose of parenthood.”

“Second, as mentioned earlier, the second mentor—books—should be approached from multiple dimensions. They need to convey sound logical principles, guiding children to absorb positive energy and develop their own subjective understanding. When a clear connection forms, children will naturally discern what is commendable and what is not in these aspects…””As for the third mentor, it is the child among children, with specific circumstances analyzed accordingly, using this as a guide to achieve educational goals. Through their developing qualities, they learn from and inspire each other with positive energy, thereby shaping and cultivating positive values.”

“Fourth…”

“…”

“Tenth…”