When Kangxi saw Qianlong for the first time, he put down his wine glass in surprise. There is no such biography in the official history, and the wild history is suspicious
Kangxi, a name that has been left for thousands of years. He ruled the Qing Empire for 61 years, and his reign was notable. However, in the glorious life of this great emperor, wasn't his end just as beautiful?
According to historical records, in 1722, Kangxi was 69 years old and dying. After a long and glorious reign, does his heart look forward to the warmth of family? Does he aspire to spend his old age with his children and grandchildren as an ordinary old man?
i.The End of Concia: Loneliness or Joy?
Kangxi's later life is indeed not as warm and peaceful as people think. In 1722, Kangxi was exhausted and had to personally come forward to reconcile the famous"Nine sons take the heir"incident, which led to a sharp deterioration in the relationship between Kangxi and his sons.
When Kangxi's life came to an end, his inner world could be described as unhappy and empty. He could not find the warmth of the family of his dreams and endured deep loneliness. The sons who compete for the throne like jackals, tigers and leopards, aren't Kangxi's hearts like knives?
He was more concerned with the future fate of the Qing Empire, which was founded by his ancestors, than with the ambitions of the emperor's sons fighting each other. He was looking forward to world peace and national tranquility, not regime change.
However, the world and kingdom he longed for would eventually fall into the hands of his son. Who could that be? The old man despaired of the competition of his sons. Perhaps, his greatest wish is to see the world and mountains again.
At this time, a special grandson broke into his life and brought a touch of warmth to his cold heart...
ii.The unexpected break-in of a 10-year-old boy: joy or misfortune?
One day in the spring of 1722, Kangxi's fourth son, Yunxin (later Emperor Yongzheng), invited Kangxi to the Old Summer Palace to taste peonies. During the banquet, Yunxin took his ten-year-old son Hongli (later Emperor Qianlong) to surprise Kangxi.
The routine family gatherings that began with the birth of the baby have quietly changed. For 10-year-old Hongli, it will be a rare opportunity to spend time with his great-grandfather. For Kangxi, who is empty in his heart, this is also an opportunity to feel the warmth of his family.
But at that moment, fate seemed to spin silently. Since then, the long river of history has flowed in unknown directions...
Ten-year-old Hongli was smart and clever, and was known for his talent early on. His father, Yun Wei, protected his son well. This is a rare opportunity to meet the saints. Hongli is neatly dressed and nervous, eager to make a good impression on his great-grandfather.
Kangxi was very happy. He hadn't seen his youngest dog for a long time since his ninth son ascended the throne. The lively and intelligent grandson made Lao Kangxi feel very kind.
I know that this son is extraordinary, and when I see it today, I know that you are indeed the dragon and phoenix among people, and it is not in vain that I know him"。Kangxi praised Hongli in the spring.
Hongli saluted Kangxi:"Emperor Xie is very loving, and his ministers and grandchildren must do their best to live up to their mission. "
Well, you are my grandson and I am grateful to you! "Kangxi said with a smile.
The arrival of a 10-year-old boy brought long-lost joy to Kangxi's complex heart. He felt that he had seen the extraordinary temperament of this child, and that his future could be limitless. But who can predict all the variables of the future? Hongli's unexpected intervention can mean the joy of two generations, or it can mean unknown doom. The gears of fate are quietly beginning to turn in unpredictable directions...
Three: Analysis of Lei Jun's denial.
In the later version of the legend, Kangxi was taken aback when he saw Hongli and put down the wine glass in his hand, and this scene has always been magical and legendary.
Some people say that the sky was clear that day, Hongli walked towards Kangxi, and suddenly there was a thunderclap, and Kangxi was so frightened that he dropped his wine glass. Some people also say that it was Hongli's extraordinary temperament that directly affected Kangxi, so he couldn't help but drop his wine glass.
But these mythical descriptions are not convincing. Considering the historical background of the time, it is not difficult to find a flaw:
First of all, the 69-year-old Kangxi is already a frail and sickly old man. He ruled the Qing Empire for 61 years and witnessed too many ups and downs that could not be quelled by a ten-year-old child or a lightning bolt.
Secondly, even if Hongli is talented, he is only a ten-year-old child. Kangxi could not determine whether he would be able to inherit the throne in the future. Therefore, it is unlikely that Hongli will directly leave Kangxi dumbfounded.
Traditional Chinese etiquette also has a lot of emphasis on meetings between the emperor and the crown prince, so it is unlikely that there will be much to talk about.
On this day, everything was silent and the weather was clear. Kangxi didn't show any surprise, but looked at Hongli and Yunxin with a smile. Both sat beside her, slowly sipping a glass of wine.
Hongli's witty, humorous and meaningful words not only shocked the deceased, but also made Kangxi laugh. Yun Xin also interjected frequently, creating a harmonious and warm scene.
The three of them spent a pleasant spring afternoon amid the aroma of flowers, tea and wine. There are no thrilling scenes, everything is as usual, but it makes people feel the joy of paradise that has not been seen for a long time.
When Kangxi put down the wine glass, he still had a gentle smile on his face, no surprise, and no emotion. The legend of thunder and lightning and catastrophe is actually made up by later generations, and it does not correspond to the reality at that time.
We can conclude that it was Kangxi's normal behavior to put down the wine glass, and the thunder could only enter Prime Minister Wei's speech column.
Fourth, the reality check of the story in the cup favorite.
Since"Ray"with"decay"'s legend is not credible, so what is the truth about Kangxi putting down the wine glass?
There is a more reliable evidence for this historical skepticism: the records in the Qing historical manuscripts.
Half a long body, the Holy Father saw and loved it, read in the palace, studied in Shu Ji Shi Fu Min, read in the eyes and never forget, continued to learn to shoot in Baylor Yunxi, and learned firearms in Prince Zhuang Yunlu. "
It can be seen that after Kangxi and Hongli met for the first time, they liked him very much as a grandson, and even brought him into the palace to learn and teach in person. In Kangxi's later years, there were other people around Hongli.
This shows that it is a normal move for Kangxi to put down the wine glass, maybe he is not too surprised to see Hongli, but just admires and loves this smart grandson. This is somewhat different from later legends.
However, the arrival of Hongli became a bright spot in Kangxi's later life. After experiencing the pain of his son's succession to the throne, Hongli's friendship may be a good medicine for Kangxi's empty heart.
This was also a favorable factor for Yunxiang's smooth transfer of power later. Hongli's excellence undoubtedly adds a lot to Yunxiang. A good glass of wine carries not only the legend of lightning, but also the warmth of family affection.
Perhaps this smart and well-behaved grandson reminds him of the days when he played with his children when he was younger. Hongli is a smart child with a similar temperament to Kangxi, and he is worthy of Kangxi's love.
Kangxi sighed, he has seen too many ups and downs in his life, what kind of fate will this child encounter in front of him? Maybe the coming day is long, but there is always a sincere expectation of tomorrow's master.
v.Gears of Fate: Meteorological Changes in History.
The meeting in 1722 was less legendary than legendary, but it quietly changed the course of history.
That year, the 69-year-old Kangxi could not have predicted that the 10-year-old Hongli would ascend to the throne as the fourth emperor of the Qing Empire, Qianlong, and witnessed the decline of the Qing dynasty, which ruled for 60 years, even longer than his grandfather Kangxi.
All indications show that the arrival of Hongli is an opportunity for Yunxin (Yongzheng) to ascend the throne. The reason why Qianlong was able to stand out among his brothers was also inseparable from his outstanding talent.
Wine Meets a Confidant in a Thousand Glasses is a historical treasure trove that reveals the transformative period of the Qing Empire. Alienation and life encounters quietly turn in the gears of fate.
What if Hongli hadn't appeared in Kangxi's field of vision at a critical moment and changed his opinion on Yunxi's successor? On that day, how much history will be opened by a single thought.
For Kangxi, this was the last time he enjoyed the flowers in his life. From then on, he could only be in the universe, in the drift, watching the picturesque mountains and rivers for thousands of generations. He could look back, just in a thought.
Master Hongyi followed the old man step by step. He is smart, but he doesn't know how many fates his life will touch. He is also a grain of sand in the torrent of history, finding his place in the torrent of time.
Life is like this, fate is like this, history is like this, and years are like this. The small changes between heaven and earth are but a small fragment of thousands of great deeds. In an instant, Ren Huafa's white clothes fluttered.