Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Li Mu Bai had such a strong desire to teach Jen. It was almost irritating because she would continually cross him Shu Lien and every time he would show her complete mercy. Jen had extreme trouble learning lessons, yet this challenge was highly appealing to Li Mu Bai. Part of the appeal must have came from her potential. After all, potential plus hard work and training could mean greatness. Jen had great natural skill. She was able to teach herself to become a great fighter. However, there is always more to learn. Li Mu Bai needed to teach her how to conduct herself, she was so reckless. Jen rarely followed the rules of a great warrior. She engaged in unnecessary fights and created destruction. Li Mu Bai needed to teach her what was important. She focused so much on the sword, Green Destiny, that she could not think of anything else but that sword. It was Li's sword, but he knew he did not need it. all he needed was his skill and Jen never understood that.  I think Li Mu Bai saw Jen as innocent. She did not know any better. He took pity on her. Innocence means that she lacks real experience and real training. Experience is the best way to learn. Li Mu Bai want to offer her a chance to experience fighting with real warriors. He wants to guide her along as she becomes mature in her fighting. Li Mu Bai had legitimate reasons to want to teach Jen, after all she has the potential to become one of the greatest fighters. However, Jen is a wild child and extremely tough to tame. His desire to train her meant nothing to Jen.