After learning that Guan Yu was killed, Liu Bei's reaction was very different from that after learning of Zhang Fei's death, and this difference can be interpreted from multiple angles.
First of all, there are differences in the relationship between Liu Bei and Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. Liu Bei, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei, as Taoyuan's brothers, have a very deep friendship with each other. Guan Yu's killing meant great loss and grief for Liu Bei. He knew Guan Yu's loyalty and ability, and he also knew that he had lost a brother he could trust and rely on. This kind of grief is indescribable, which is why Liu Bei's emotional reaction is so strong.
In contrast, Liu Bei's emotional bond with Zhang Fei is relatively shallow. Although Zhang Fei is also Liu Bei's brother-in-law, his relationship and emotional foundation with Liu Bei are not as deep as Guan Yu's. Therefore, Liu Bei was relatively calm about Zhang Fei's death, and did not be as extremely sad and emotional as he was with Guan Yu.
Second, as a politician and military leader, Liu Bei needs to remain calm and reasonable. When he heard the news of Guan Yu's killing, he probably thought that it involved Shu Han's national fortunes and his own status, so he was more emotional. And when he heard the news of Zhang Fei's death, he thought that it was an isolated incident that would not have much impact on the overall situation, so he behaved relatively calmly.
In addition, Liu Bei's personal personality is also one of the factors that affect his reaction. He is a person who values love and righteousness, and he may feel unbearable for Guan Yu's death. And although Zhang Fei is also his brother, the relationship between the two may not be as close as Guan Yu. Therefore, in the face of the death of the two brothers, Liu Bei showed different emotional reactions.
Finally, the influence of literary works on the creation of characters cannot be ignored. "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" is a historical **, and the author portrays different characters based on his own values and emotional tendencies.
In **, Liu Bei is portrayed as an image of benevolence, wisdom, and loyalty, while Guan Yu is portrayed as an image of loyalty, bravery, and righteousness. Therefore, Liu Bei showed extreme grief and excitement about Guan Yu's death, while he was relatively calm about Zhang Fei's death. Although this depiction has a certain historical basis, it is also subjective and one-sided.
To sum up, Liu Bei's tears after learning of Guan Yu's murder and his calm reaction after hearing the news of Zhang Fei's death were due to various factors such as the deep affection between him and Guan Yu, his personal character, his political stance, and the influence of literary works. This differentiated response shows the complexity and diversity of the characters, making the historical events and characters more vivid and three-dimensional.
Whether it is a real event in history or a depiction in a literary work, the reactions and behaviors of the characters are a combination of factors. By understanding and analyzing these factors, we can better understand historical events and figures, while also gaining a deeper understanding of the complexity of human emotions and social phenomena.