A book in hand is not just about reading—it's a symbol of an ever-learning spirit.
In the Three Kingdoms period, Lü Meng, a Wu general, was once uneducated. Sun Quan advised him to study history and military strategy. Lü Meng pleaded busyness, but Sun Quan replied, “Are you busier than I? Emperor Guangwu never put down his books, even during war. Cao Cao also said he loved learning in old age.”
Inspired, Lü Meng began reading *The Art of War*, *Six Secret Teachings*, and historical classics. Over time, he became a wise and brave commander, achieving great victories.
People often use busyness as an excuse. But time, like water in a sponge, can always be squeezed. You don’t need to master everything—just open a book, gain a little insight, and let it nourish your mind.
Learning has no end, and no age is too late. May we all, in the midst of life’s noise, keep a book in hand and peace in heart.