Preface.
In the narrative of "Water Margin", Wu Song and Song Jiang were close friends who fought side by side. However, in the face of the tragic news of Song Jiang's tragic poisoning, Wu Song did not reveal the expected grief, but responded with six words of cold words. What kind of deep emotions and stories are hidden behind this seemingly cold answer?
This article aims to delve into this detail in Water Margin, why Wu Song was able to remain so calm after learning of Song Jiang's death, and what deep emotional and historical background is hidden in his words. In that era of heroes, Wu Song's words undoubtedly show us an extraordinary story. This article will lead you to an in-depth understanding and decipher the true meaning behind Wu Song's seemingly indifferent words.
In 1169, Wu Song, who was only 17 years old at the time, frequently clashed with others because of his straightforwardness and sense of justice. Once, he came to the rescue because he couldn't bear to bully the weak, and had to run away from home.
At the same time, Song Jiang, a talented and sympathetic young scholar, chose to abandon his official position and return to his hometown because he was tired of the corruption of officialdom. These two young people with very different personalities meet unexpectedly during their journey and feel attached to each other.
Subsequently, they arrived together in Dengzhou, Shandong, and stayed at Chai Jin's home. There, they lived together, exchanged ideas, and their friendship deepened as if they were brothers. Song Jiang's gentleness and Wu Song's tenacity and loyalty complemented each other, making the friendship even stronger.
The boldness and enthusiasm of the Chai family made the two feel warm. Although the youngest daughter of the Chai family, Pan Jinlian, is beautiful and moving, Wu Song and Song Jiang are both commensurate with brother and sister, and they have no thoughts of deviance. They have a great time, learning from each other and sharing the bits and pieces of life.
However, on a sudden stormy night, Pan Jinlian knocked on Wu Song's door and asked for a night's sleep, causing a misunderstanding the next day. This turmoil forced Wu Song to leave the Chai family, although Song Jiang still trusted Wu Song.
This incident left an indelible pain in Wu Song's heart, and he wanted to take revenge for it. Fortunately, Song Jiang stopped him in time, persuaded him to be patient, and chose to leave. The two said goodbye outside the city, hoping to see each other again in the future.
After that, Wu Song returned to his hometown to take revenge, while Song Jiang began his career in Liangshanbo. Although they are in different places, they still care about each other in their hearts, recalling the days spent together in the Chai family and the inseparable deep friendship.
In 1190, the heroes of Liangshan under the leadership of Song Jiang created countless feats. At this time, Wu Song was encountering a low point in his life, and he remembered his old friend Song Jiang, so he resolutely came to Liangshan to find a home. The reunion of the two was full of joy and excitement. Wu Song unreservedly supported Song Jiang and his great cause, and quickly stood out in Liangshan's ranks and became the main force in Liangshan.
During the days in Liangshan, Song Jiang and Wu Song fought side by side and supported each other. Wu Song solved countless problems for Song Jiang with his extraordinary wisdom and courage, and won the admiration of everyone. Their relationship went beyond friends to close family, and Song Jiang especially cherished his deep friendship with Wu Song, seeing him as a friend of life and death.
Wu Song has a good temperament, his words and deeds are direct, and sometimes he will inadvertently cause trouble. But Song Jiang was tolerant and generous to his character and never cared about it. Wu Song also deeply admired Song Jiang's measurement and leadership charisma. In the eyes of the people of Liangshan, they are a model among all the brothers, and they are highly respected and envied.
Especially in 1193, when Liangshan was facing a major crisis, Wu Song did not hesitate to lead reinforcements to support Song Jiang, he moved forward bravely, was seriously wounded but still insisted on fighting, and finally helped Song Jiang defeat the enemy. After this battle, Song Jiang personally cared for Wu Song's injuries and praised him as a hero of Liangshan. Wu Song thinks it is his honor to be able to fight side by side with a hero like Song Jiang.
Their relationship is not only deep on the battlefield, but also full of warmth and understanding in everyday life. Even if Wu Song caused trouble because of his drunken behavior, Song Jiang never blamed, but patiently persuaded him to help him correct it. Wu Song deeply felt Song Jiang's care, so he restrained his behavior even more. Their friendship has become the most praised story in Liangshan, and they have become "model brothers" in everyone's hearts.
3. Brotherly emotional fission in the changing situation.
Unfortunately, the scenery eventually changes. In 1198, Song Jiang decided to accept the imperial court's offer, a decision that marked a turning point in their friendship. After accepting Zhao'an, Song Jiang used brutal means to confront the opposition in Liangshan in order to win the emperor's favor. He even ordered the execution of his friend Zhujiazhuang, who resisted him, and carried out ** against Gongsun Sheng and Wu Yong and others.
Wu Song witnessed these cruel acts, and his inner dissatisfaction and resentment towards Song Jiang began to spread. He once advised Song Jiang not to accept Zhao'an, but was severely reprimanded. This incident dealt a great blow to Wu Song and made him realize that Song Jiang had become arbitrary. Since then, he has greatly evaluated the leadership and charisma of the former eldest brother, although he still reluctantly obeys his orders out of brotherly affection.
Seeing the poison of power, the brotherly feelings between them began to falter. In order to curry favor with a treacherous princess, Song Jiang actually gave up his brotherly love, which was extremely despicable in Wu Song's opinion. He began to wonder if he really knew Song Jiang.
One winter day, Wu Song passed by Song Jiang's tent and overheard him discussing official positions and rewards to be demanded from the imperial court. The former eldest brother seems to have left Yangshan's old ministry behind and only cares about his own future. Wu Song couldn't suppress the disappointment and sadness in his heart, turned around and left, and never took the initiative to talk to Song Jiang again. This marks a deep rift in the brotherly affection between the two, and the deep friendship of the past has been dissolved by the corrosion of power and personal ambition.
Fourth, the end of brotherly affection and the emptiness of fame.
In the Battle of Fangla in 1202, the relationship between Wu Song and Song Jiang reached the extreme of rupture. In this battle, Wu Song risked his life to save Song Jiang, only to suffer serious injuries himself, losing his right arm and becoming disabled. However, Song Jiang seemed indifferent to this, and only focused on his own promotion and interests.
At this moment, Wu Song finally clearly realized that Song Jiang had been completely corrupted by power and fame, and only greed for fame remained. He could no longer forgive such a man who had lost his conscience and pursued only personal glory and wealth. In his eyes, Song Jiang has changed from a respectable big brother to a selfish and powerful man.
In the past, as long as Wu Song encountered difficulties, Song Jiang would always lend a helping hand and tide over the difficulties together. But now, in the face of Wu Song's pain and hardship, Song Jiang turned a blind eye and did not even give the most basic comfort.
The last glimmer of hope and illusion in Wu Song's heart was shattered. He painfully realized that his brotherhood with Song Jiang had existed in name only since the Battle of Fangla. The once deep emotions were completely disintegrated in Song Jiang's apostasy and cruelty, leaving only emptiness and regret.
5. The End and a New Beginning.
When Song Jiang's death came, Wu Song responded calmly, only lightly saying "everything is over." The frustration and powerlessness contained in these words is beyond words. Perhaps since the Battle of Fangla, Song Jiang has existed in name only in his heart. Song Gongming, who had been with him with all sincerity and suffering, has been replaced by a stranger whose power eats away at his soul.
Life is like a drama, but feelings are the most real. The deep friendship between brothers was originally indestructible, but in the end it could not withstand the impact of cruel reality. This deep affection, which spanned more than 30 years, finally ended in indifference.
Wu Song couldn't forget it, he thought lonely, his decades of sincere treatment of each other, but failed to retain Song Jiang's loyalty. How much he hoped to go back to the past and prevent Song Jiang from accepting Zhao'an, maybe he could avoid this ** between brothers.
However, he could only helplessly witness this touching brotherhood shattered under the mockery of fate. Eventually, everything between them is a thing of the past, and it seems like everything will start all over again. This once profound friendship will forever be engraved in people's memories.
Conclusion: Profound Lessons and Eternal Warnings.
The vagaries of the human heart and the impermanence of the world are always unpredictable. If fate had deviated slightly, the relationship between Wu Song and Song Jiang might not have evolved into the current situation. However, the tricks of fate make them have to face a cold separation. This deep friendship, which lasted for more than 30 years, is only fleeting in the long river of history. But it contains profound lessons that are worth pondering for everyone.
This story reminds us that genuine emotions need to be cared for and maintained, and that unilateral efforts cannot repair broken relationships. In the face of the erosion of power, maintaining principles and bottom lines is fundamental. Wealth and glory are often the destroyers of emotions and eventually make people lose themselves. Sincere emotions and deep hearts endure forever. Perhaps, it is only after experiencing betrayal and abandonment that people can truly understand some profound truths in life. February** Dynamic Incentive Program