Never transgress against public opinion which is in line with righteousness; to do so is to bring everlasting shame on oneself.
Do not set foot in places where power is wielded for private gain; to do so is to sully yourself for life.
公平正论不可犯手，一犯则贻羞万世；权门私窦不可著脚，一著则沾污终身。
Notes
- Do not violate public justice and moral principles;
- Do not tread the backdoor dealings of the powerful.
Backdoor dealings are not mere networking, but trading integrity for expediency — using connections to bypass rules, suppress rivals, or gain illicit advantage. These “shortcuts” are venomous paths paved with compromised principles.
A noble person’s unsullied honor holds more weight than worldly gains; integrity outshines opportunistic paths.
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