I tendered my resignation, for when you have gained your epaulets on the battle-field, you do not know how to manoeuvre on the slippery grounds of the salons.

• 所以我提出了辞职。一个人在战场上拼杀多年以后，一旦回到客厅里，简直连怎样在光滑的地板上走路都不会了。