In the history of the Qing Dynasty, many queens left good stories, including Empress Xiaozhuang Wen, Empress Xiaohuizhang, Empress Xiaoyichun, etc. The queen who will be revealed today has a unique legendary brilliance, she is the only queen in the history of the Qing Dynasty who has been a companion to the princess, she has enjoyed the honor and favor of her life, and she is an important person who successfully assisted her adopted son to ascend to the throne, she is the Empress Xiaoherui.
Empress Xiaoherui, the first concubine and the first imperial concubine of Emperor Jiaqing, is also the second empress. She may be a relative stranger to other high-profile women, but she held the power of the empress for a long time during the reign of the Qing Dynasty and made an indelible contribution to the royal family and the country.
Born in the 41st year of Qianlong, Empress Xiaoherui came from the prominent Niu Kulu family. Over time, her family gradually declined. When she was 8 years old, Emperor Qianlong discovered her and brought her into the palace. Originally, she was tasked with being a companion for the Ten Princesses (Gulun and Xiao Princesses), which required a woman of prominent birth and good moral character. Emperor Qianlong personally met with Niu Hulu and was deeply impressed by this girl from a prominent background but a declining family background.
At the age of 15, Niu Hulu participated in a draft held by the Qianlong Emperor to choose wives for his sons. Although her appearance had undergone some changes, the emperor was able to recognize her and gave her to Yongyan as a side blessing. At that time, Yongyan already had a concubine, but because the Hitara clan had a miscarriage and his physical condition deteriorated, Yongyan was elected as the future prince. The Emperor gave him Niu Hulu in order to choose a healthier empress for him.
After Emperor Jiaqing succeeded to the throne, Niu Hulu was named a noble concubine. After a year, Yan Fujin died, and she became the first choice of the next empress and successfully ascended to the throne. After that, she gave birth to three children for the emperor and raised the emperor's son, Daoguang Emperor Mianning, with her own hands. Her wealth and glory have endured.
In the 25th year of Jiaqing, the emperor died suddenly in the summer resort. The ministers implored Empress Hyo and Rui to preside over the overall situation, and she did not hesitate to help her adopted son ascend to the throne in order to maintain the overall situation of the country. This move won many praises, showing her wisdom and loyalty to the general cause of the country. Emperor Daoguang treated her as filial as his own mother and provided for her in the palace. She has lived a long and rich life, serving as the queen for more than 20 years and the queen mother for more than 20 years, with a total of more than 50 years of high position, and she has been quite honored in her life.
This historical legend depicts the tenacity of Empress Xiao and Rui and her unique place in the history of the Qing Dynasty. Her experience is not only a part of the history of the Qing Dynasty, but also a microcosm of the role of women in politics and family in ancient China. Her life witnessed the prosperity and immersion of the empire, leaving behind countless deeds worthy of future generations.
In her time, she made great efforts for the royal family, for the country, and for the success of her heirs to the throne. Her resourcefulness and loyalty have made her a unique place in history. We can imagine her rise to prominence in the political arena and the sweat she has put into the country. And the story she left behind is a bright pearl in Chinese civilization.
Looking back on history, the life of Empress Xiaoherui is like a melodious ancient music, playing the melody of glory and wisdom. Her perseverance and resourcefulness became a unique stroke in the history of the Qing Dynasty. Today, we can see the brilliance of this great woman in this long history. Let's consider the question: how many such women have been in the long course of history, whose stories have not yet been known, but are engraved with the mark of the times?
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