Han Feizi tells Qing Feng planned to fee trouble to Yue. True safety comes from self-reform, not escaping far away.
Han Feizi tells Wu Zixu tricked a guard. He threatened false theft charges, forcing release with quick wit.
Han Feizi tells how Duke Huan delayed saving Xing. Waiting to restore a fallen state brings more fame and gain.
Han Feizi shows Peng Xi advised Zheng’s ruler to reject Wei’s alliance. Powerful states oppose a supreme ruler for self-interest.
Han Fei tells how Ziyu’s jealousy stopped Confucius from being recommended. Fear of being overshadowed suppresses talent.
Gan Mao chose a minor royal attendant post. A seemingly humble position that brings him more opportunities and power than a formal high post.
Han Fei tells King Tang yielded the throne to Wu Guang to hide greed, yet tricked him into suicide. Virtuous acts can be political stratagems.
Han Fei tells King Wen gave a jade tablet to Shang’s corrupt Fei Zhong, not the virtuous Jiao Ge, to weaken Shang. True wisdom is subtle statecraft.
Han Fei tells Zixia’s story: inner struggle between virtue and wealth. True strength lies in conquering oneself.