In the ancient Qin State, there was such a pair of brothers, whose names have been passed down through the ages in the long river of history - Meng Tian and Meng Yi. Their story, like a magnificent picture, shines brightly in the sky of ancient wars.
Meng Tian and Meng Yi have been immersed in a strong military atmosphere since childhood. Their childhood, accompanied by the clanging of iron swords and the roar of war drums, seemed destined to become warriors in armor. Under the careful training of their fathers, the two brothers not only practiced outstanding martial arts, but also had both resourcefulness and courage. Their swordsmanship is like a willow in the wind, agile and deadly;Strategy is like a pearl of the deep sea, hidden but not revealed, but it can play a decisive role at critical moments.
As the years passed, the reputation of Meng Tian and Meng Yi became louder and louder in Qin**. After Qin Shi Huang unified the six countries, they were appointed generals and shouldered the heavy responsibility of ***. In that turbulent era, Meng Tian and Meng Yi were not only brothers, but also comrades-in-arms who fought side by side, and their military talents and firm will laid a solid foundation for the nascent Qin Empire.
After Qin Shi Huang unified the Six Kingdoms, Meng Tian was given a difficult task: the Northern Expedition against the Xiongnu. This time, he led an army of 300,000 and embarked on an unprecedented journey. The land of the north will witness this unprecedented decisive battle.
Meng Tian stood at the forefront of the army, his eyes firmly looking at the northern border. His voice echoed in the cold wind: "Soldiers, ahead is our enemy and the source of our honor. We must not only defeat them, but also let history remember our bravery and wisdom!”
The army penetrated deep into the hinterland of the Xiongnu and faced not only the heavy enemy troops, but also the vast desert and wasteland. In this unforgiving environment, Meng Tian displayed outstanding military talent. He carefully laid out and lured the enemy, almost fighting against death.
An old general walked up to Meng Tian and said worriedly: "General, there are dangers ahead, can we really break through the enemy's encirclement?"Meng Tian smiled indifferently and replied: "The more dangerous it is, the more it can show its true character as a hero." Believe me, we will win. ”
On the day of the decisive battle, the sky was overcast and the north wind was howling. Meng Tian took the lead and led his iron cavalry to charge into battle. He descended like a tiger, extremely brave, and went straight to the Hun tent. On the battlefield, he swung his sword like the wind and slashed the enemy like hemp. Under his leadership, the morale of the Qin army was like a rainbow, and the Xiongnu army was quickly defeated.
After the war, Meng Tian returned with serious injuries, and his entire body was stained with blood. A young soldier knelt in front of him with tears in his eyes: "General, how can we not be grateful for the great sacrifice you have made for the country?"Meng Tian smiled slightly, and his tone was firm: "For the country, this is my duty." I only hope that my actions will inspire every soldier to fight for the defense of their homeland. ”
Meng Tian's Northern Expedition not only defeated the main force of the Xiongnu, but also penetrated deep into its hinterland and burned many of the enemy's strongholds. His bravery and wisdom frightened the Xiongnu, and they no longer dared to go south to invade the Qin realm. And Meng Tian's prestige has therefore spread throughout the northern hinterland. When Qin Shi Huang learned of the battle report, he was overjoyed, and his appreciation and rewards for Meng Tian followed. The whole country is praising Meng Tian's bravery and sacrifice, vowing to learn from his pride in serving the country Xi.
In 210 B.C., Qin Shi Huang Ying Zheng fell ill during a trip to the sand dunes and felt that the sand of life was gradually running out. At this critical moment, he summoned Meng Tian and entrusted his most favored son Fusu to him, hoping that Meng Tian could assist Fusu to succeed to the throne and stabilize the world.
Meng Tian knelt in front of the sickbed, listening to the first emperor's entrustment, his eyes flashing with determination and loyalty. He replied in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, your kindness is remembered by Meng Tian. I will do my best to assist the young master and make him a wise man. ”
The First Emperor's voice was weak but firm: "Meng Tian, the reason why I chose you is because you are not only excellent in martial arts, but also far-sighted. I am confident that only you can smoothly transition this turbulent time. ”
Yun'er, the palace maid, witnessed all this, and she later recalled: "It was a touching scene of Tuogu. The depth of the First Emperor's trust in Meng Tian can be seen. He didn't even think about the other advisers, which was the highest honor for General Meng. ”
Meng Tian knew the weight of this trust, and he said to the First Emperor: "Your Majesty, I, Meng Tian, am willing to contribute everything I have to the Qin State and the Young Master of Fusu. No matter how wind and rain change, I will stick to his side, protect him, and guide him. ”
Ying Zheng looked at Meng Tian, his eyes were full of gratitude and expectation: "Meng Tian, I have no other requirements for you, I just hope that you can use your wisdom and strength to protect my son and my country." ”
Meng Tian stood up, his eyes were as resolute as iron, and his voice was sonorous and powerful: "Your Majesty, I will convey your will, Young Master Fusu will definitely be able to ascend the throne smoothly, and I am willing to protect the future of the Qin State with my life." ”
Zhao Gao, this name has left an indelible shadow in the history of the Qin Empire. His treacherous and insidious nature played a decisive role in the fate of the Qin Empire. It was his series of "divine operations" that hastened the demise of the Great Qin Empire.
Once, Zhao Gao was sentenced to death for a felony, and this sentence was handed down by Meng Yi. Meng Yi enforced the law impartially, was not afraid of the powerful, and sentenced Zhao Gao according to the law, but he did not expect the amnesty of the first emperor. This verdict made Meng Yi plant a deep hatred in Zhao Gao's heart.
On the last parade of the First Emperor, Zhao Gao accompanied his son Hu Hai. Meng Yi, as a loyal minister, is also in the ranks. When the First Emperor suddenly fell seriously ill, Meng Yi was sent back to pray to the gods of the mountains and rivers, but failed to return to the First Emperor in time.
Zhao Gao saw the opportunity and teamed up with Li Si to tamper with the edict and pass the throne to his son Hu Hai. Step by step, their plot unfolded, and the Montessori brothers became the target of their elimination. After Meng Tian learned that Fusu had been given death, his heart was full of doubts and uneasiness. He refused to take matters into his own hands and wanted to appeal to the new emperor, but was stripped of his military powers and handed over to the officials.
Zhao Gao slandered in front of Hu Hai and kept ** the Montessori brothers. He whispered in Hu Hai's ear: "Your Majesty, the Montessori brothers are extremely brave, and if they are left alive, it will be a great disaster. For the sake of national stability, this bane had to be cut off. ”
When Meng Tian was imprisoned, his heart was filled with pain and anger. He said to the jailer: "It is really sad and indignant that I have been loyal to the country all my life, and I have ended up like this!"The jailer was silent, and could only bow his head, speechless.
Hu Hai originally wanted to keep Meng Tian, but under Zhao Gao's repeated slander, he finally made a wrong decision. Zhao Gao said viciously: "Your Majesty, if the Montessori brothers survive, they will definitely become a threat to you. For the sake of the stability of Great Qin, it must be eliminated as soon as possible. ”
Meng Tian was in prison, and when he heard this decision, his heart was filled with despair. He understood that the fate of himself and his family had been manipulated by Zhao Gao, a traitorous villain. His loyalty and sacrifice have brought such an ending.
In the history of the Qin Dynasty, Meng Tian's last moment was inscribed with a heart-wrenching epic. When Zhao Gao's conspiracy succeeded and Hu Hai gave him the death penalty, Meng Tian's fate had been sealed. Facing the envoy sent by Qin II, Meng Tian calmly faced his ending and said those two famous words that shocked the ages.
In the cold cell, Meng Tian looked at the poison in his hand, took a deep breath, and his voice was firm and clear: "From my ancestors to my descendants, I have accumulated merit and trust in Qin III. Today, there are more than 300,000 generals, although they are imprisoned, their strength is enough to double, but they know that they will die and keep the righteousness, they dare not insult the teachings of their ancestors, so as not to forget the ancestors. ”
This means that although I have the strength and prestige to resist this unjust fate, I will never forget the teachings of my ancestors, nor will I forget the kindness of my ancestors to Montessori. I'd rather die than go against what I've believed in my life.
His words were filled with the glory of his family, his loyalty to his country, and the sorrow of his own fate. Even at the end of his life, Meng Tian chose to stick to his loyalty, rather than betray and resist.
The messenger was silent and could only bow his head. In this dimly lit cell, Meng Tian's words echoed, full of endless grievances and unwillingness.
Meng Tian slowly raised the poison, sighed, and said softly: "I have been loyal to the country and the first emperor all my life, even if I die, I will leave in the name of a loyal minister." With that, he closed his eyes and swallowed the poison with hatred.
Meng Tian's two sentences became the last declaration of his life. In his tragic ending, these two sentences profoundly express his gratitude to his ancestors, his loyalty to his ancestors, and his steadfastness in the face of injustice and grievances. These words have been passed down through the ages and have become a symbol of loyalty and sacrifice praised by later generations, inspiring countless people to hold on to their faith in the face of adversity.
At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, Cao Cao, a talented military strategist and statesman, became an eye-catching figure in the historical torrent of the world's turmoil. He supported Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty, inspired to unify the north, and even longed to unify the whole world. However, in the process, he constantly faced inner contradictions and doubts from the outside world.
In the depths of Cao Cao's heart, there are two sentences that he often repeats, and that is the famous words spoken by Meng Tian, a loyal minister of the Qin Dynasty, before his death. For Cao Cao, these two sentences are not only the echoes of history, but also the resonance and comfort of his inner emotions.
Cao Cao often felt isolation and misunderstanding similar to Meng Tian's. While he tried his best to unify the Han family, he was constantly criticized for "being called a Han Xiang, but he is actually a Han thief" and "wanting to abolish Han and stand on his own". These doubts and attacks filled his heart with resentment and depression.
From my ancestors, to my descendants, I have accumulated merit and trust in the third generation of Qin. Cao Cao whispered, every word seemed to stir up waves in his heart. He felt Meng Tian's tenacity and loyalty in the face of the injustice of fate.
Under Cao Cao's account, his advisor Xun Yu saw this scene and asked, "Prime Minister, why do you respect Meng Tian so much?"Cao Cao slowly raised his head, his eyes revealing admiration: "Meng Tian's loyalty and righteousness are what is missing in our era." Even though he is behind bars, he still holds fast to his faith, which is something I admire. ”
In his heart, Meng Tian is not only a historical figure, but also a spiritual symbol. Meng Tian's perseverance and sacrifice became Cao Cao's spiritual pillar in the face of adversity. Cao Cao himself often shows wisdom and decisiveness similar to Meng Tian in his strategic layout.
Whenever Cao Cao encountered difficulties, he would always recall Meng Tian's famous words and draw strength from them. These words echoed in Cao Cao's heart, inspiring him to stick to his ambitions and ideas in the troubled times and keep moving forward.
Cao Cao said in a conversation with his subordinates: "Meng Tian knows his fate and keeps his righteousness, this is a real brave man. In this troubled world, we should learn from his spirit Xi and stick to our beliefs no matter what kind of difficulties we face. ”
Cao Cao and Meng Tian, although they lived in different eras, they both experienced identity struggles and inner contradictions. Meng Tian's famous words not only resonated in Cao Cao's heart, but also became his spiritual pillar to stick to his beliefs in the midst of political turmoil. The spirit of these two historical figures echoes each other and has become a historical evidence that spans thousands of years.