In that turbulent Song Dynasty, there were two legendary stories that are still sung by people today. One of them is Bao Zheng, who is known for his iron-faced selflessness, and the other is Zhan Zhao, who is excellent in martial arts and handsome as jade. Their friendship has transcended the deceit of officialdom and the swords and swords of the rivers and lakes, and has become a good story for the ages. However, when Bao Zheng smiled at Jiuquan, the news about Zhanzhao was like a stone sinking into the sea, and there was no trace. There is a little-known secret in this, what kind of affectionate friendship made Bao Zheng say those touching words to Zhanzhao before he died?
When I die, leave quickly, leave Kaifeng, and remember not to let anyone know anything about you. This is Bao Zheng's last entrustment to Zhanzhao. What kind of sadness and helplessness is hidden behind this sentence? How did Zhanzhao choose? Today, let's revisit this dusty history and uncover the unknown secrets between Bao Zheng and Zhanzhao.
Bao Zheng was famous for his honesty and honesty during his lifetime, he carried the head of the dog given by the Holy Emperor, beheaded relatives and nobles, beheaded drunk people, and stood on the side of the weak people countless times to seek justice for them. However, his integrity and persistence have also attracted countless hatreds and frame-ups for him. In the eyes of these dark forces, Bao Zheng is like a thorn in the throat, difficult to swallow and difficult to pull out.
Bao Zheng was able to survive the jealousy and framing of these powerful people, on the one hand, because he had the protection of the emperor, and on the other hand, because of the protection of Zhanzhao, a master of the inner world. However, Bao Zheng knew that once he passed away and lost the favor of the emperor, Zhanzhao would be isolated, and those villains with grudges would inevitably be unfavorable to him. Therefore, Bao Zheng's entrustment before his death is the deepest care and final protection for Zhanzhao.
Zhanzhao, the former prodigal son of the rivers and lakes, formed an indissoluble bond with Bao Zheng because of a chance encounter. When Bao Zheng was in the most danger, it was Zhanzhao who stepped forward to save him from fire and water. And when Bao Zhengquan leaned into the government and the opposition, he did not forget Zhanzhao's kindness, but tried his best to recommend it in front of the emperor, so that Zhanzhao could guard his side.
Zhanzhao's gratitude and loyalty to Bao Zheng are self-evident. Under Bao Zheng's entrustment, he chose to retire and disappear. This generation of martial arts masters disappeared quietly in the long river of history. His retirement is not only a respect for Bao Zheng's last wishes, but also a new beginning for his life.
The story of Bao Zheng and Zhanzhao is not only a legend about justice and loyalty, but also a story of deep friendship. They met in troubled times, knew each other in the wind and rain, and stayed together in the contest of power. Their stories are not only a yearning for justice, but also a cherishing of sincere friendship.
In this story, we see the best side of human nature, but also the complexity and impermanence of history. Perhaps, it is precisely because of such stories that we can be more convinced that in the world, there are always some things that are worth cherishing and protecting.
The story of Bao Zheng and Zhanzhao is a part of history and a treasure of our culture. Today, we look back on this period of history, not only to commemorate these two heroes, but also to let ourselves find a purity and courage in the chaotic reality.
Although the story ends, its spirit lives on forever. I hope that every friend who reads this article can draw strength from it, whether it is in the face of the difficulties of life or social injustice, they can stick to their beliefs, and become selfless and upright in this era like Bao Zheng and Zhanzhao. This is the story that our time needs most, and it is what we all pursue.