Question

In the story "The Emperor's Seed" what does the Mother (Ling's Mother) symbolizes as?

Answer 1

Answer:

The seeds that I gave you all were boiled until they were no longer viable and wouldn't grow, but I see before me thousands of plants and only one barren pot. Integrity and courage are more important values for leadership than proud displays, so Ling here will be my heir.”

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