Jon, a middle school-aged boy, has shown an ingenuity that has caused his uncle incredible distress. With a very simple question But Uncle's answer was not satisfactory. Why is this so?

And what about Kut, the dog with an amputated tail that Uncle raised? Who will it choose to side with between the uncle and the nephew? We invite all readers to go find the answer together now.

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It was late on one of the most scorching sunshine days of the year. While many people are busy with their careers, they have responsibilities. It is a burden that must be carried on two shoulders in one corner of this world. In a country where the majority of people practice Buddhism as the mainstay of their lives,

including mental restraints There was also a rural family. There are only two people in this family, an uncle and a nephew.

It seems like something is going to happen soon. And there is an interesting point that we should go and observe a little closer. What will the two of them talk about?

Nephew: Uncle, uncle, why is having a career as a thief not considered an honest career?

A smart-looking boy with mischievous eyes, about 11-12 years old, ran into the open area behind the house. Uncle's other place of work Then he squatted down and asked a well-built old man. Late sixties who were busy with their work on the floor

Uncle: Today is strange. Why do you want to know this? Normally, I see him doing nothing every day. Just hanging out and having fun with Kud.

Chao Kud immediately let out a moan. It was as if they both knew what they were saying. While wagging his tail! No, that's where it got its name. Because the part that used to be the tail has long since disappeared. Because he was attacked by junkies at the back of the alley many years ago. And the uncle found him while he was laying there, breathing heavily, waiting for death, so he hurriedly picked him up and took him to the vet near his house.

Even though Kut was able to survive, it was unbelievable. But the dog became disabled ever since.

Grandchild: Well, I'm curious. What's bad about being a thief?

Uncle immediately stopped his hand from sitting and sharpening a large cleaver. He turned to look at his grandchild with a puzzled look in his eyes.

Uncle: You really don't know, do you?

Grandchild: I don't know. I'm starting to feel insecure. Is it true that being a thief is not as good as adults teach you?

Uncle: Why don't you try saying that? What makes you insecure, Aijon?

Nephew: Teachers at school, uncles, and other adults I know like to say that being a thief is a bad profession. A person who is a thief is a bad person. Because he refused to support himself with an honest career. But go around stealing, robbing, killing, harming other people's lives and property. They are selfish and evil.

Uncle: Oh, that's right. So what's the problem?

Nephew: First of all, Uncle still confirmed it, right? that a career that involves stealing, robbing, and killing other people is a bad, dishonest career and should not be done. Anyone who has a career that involves stealing is an evil person.

Uncle: Yes, that's correct. I confirm. Whose wealth is it? His owner loves and cherishes them all. to be kind enough to let thieves steal it away for free without feeling regret There's no such thing as anger. I was born until I was ready to enter a coffin. Never seen before

Nephew: Yes, that's the uncle I'm wondering about.

Uncle: Well, what's so suspicious?

The uncle stared into his nephew's eyes. I saw a strange glint that appeared in the blink of an eye and then disappeared.

As for Chao Kut, that's the story. He also tilted his head and looked at his uncle and nephew with suspicion. before barking loudly twice It is said that he wanted to participate in expressing his opinion as well.

Nephew: Most suspicious, uncle. If the profession of thief who robs, kills, steals property and lives is not an honest profession. And this is where Uncle sells chicken rice. Would it be called an honest career?

Uncle was stunned by the question. The muscles in his left cheek twitched twice. noticeable On his forehead, little by little, beads of sweat appeared. He looked at his grandchild silently for a long time. Out of curiosity, this was the same grandchild that came home from school. Really rushed to take Kut out to run and play at the end of the alley?

For how long, I don't know. Until Uncle slowly opened his mouth.

Uncle: So what's so dishonest about it, Aijon? I didn't rob, kill, steal anyone's property.

Even if your mouth says so But the old man himself knew that his heart Confidence and belief in the career that they have been doing for many decades. has been shaken violently With just a few sentences of questions

He lowered his head, not daring to meet his grandson's eyes. But the youngster wouldn't let his uncle do that easily. He put his face closer. Until their eyes were only a few inches apart.

Grandchild: If people's treasures are things and money that we cherish. So for animals which does not have any belongings or money Life is the only treasure that one loves and cherishes the most.. Is that true?

Uncle: How would I know? I'm not an animal.

Answered in a stammering voice.

Nephew: That's not true. Uncle knows the answer. Otherwise, three years ago, why would Uncle Kut's life be saved?

No sound came from the old man. Trying to turn away But he was unable to move his head in another direction. With big, clear eyes that sparkled searching Pinned down like a hypnotist

before being able to speak with difficulty

Uncle : Jon ..you are still very young. I don't understand what the adult world is like. Someone who has a career like mine. or many other similar careers He works hard to make a living with honesty. Don't cause anyone trouble. They all have needs. Didn't hurt... anyone.

Nephew: Uncle, I'm not very good at lying. Even Uncle still couldn't believe his own words. So how can you make me believe it? Then the thief could tell that he was needed. He works hard to make a living. So why is he wrong? If the uncle is honest, then the thief must be honest. And..

It wasn't until the grandson had fully gushed out what was in his heart. Just have to stop. Because of his uncle An old man who had now lost all his glory. He turned into an old man who was on the verge of collapse. due to uncontrollable shaking From just a slight tremor, it gradually became stronger and stronger. There's no sign of it stopping easily.

All of these symptoms did not escape Jon's observant eye. He raised his right hand and gently touched the side of Uncle's face. Feel the cool temperature of the skin cells. and the wetness and warmth of a small stream that flowed down like a broken embankment

Drop after drop created a circle of black shadows. Small stars scattered on the open ground. At the same time, Kut wrapped himself up and looked sad. Make a long moan before falling down with his head on the floor He looked at the two of them with sad eyes.

finish.