Mencius argues environment twists innate good nature, using barley and sensory analogies. Humans share universal tastes, hearing and sight; likewise all minds delight in principle and righteousness, proving sages and ordinary people share identical moral endowment.
Han Feizi tells Duke Huan’s downfall: ignored Guan Zhong’s warning, trusted treacherous ministers, died miserably.
Han Feizi warns rulers: revealing likes/dislikes lets ministers manipulate you. Hide emotions, stay neutral to avoid deception and usurpation.