In the cultural context of ancient China, the symbolism of underwear is far-reaching, and the appearance of the name "Hehuan placket" suggests a meaning beyond the ordinary. It was called "bandeau" in the Tang Dynasty and changed to "Hehuan placket" in the Yuan Dynasty, implying the intimacy between husband and wife. In my impression, women and children generally wear belly pockets. When we set our eyes on the famous novel "Dream of Red Mansions", we found an amazing phenomenon: Jia Baoyu, the aristocratic son, was also wearing this symbolic "acacia shirt" in his sleep.
"Hehuan Placket" is not an accident in Baoyu's life, but the result of careful arrangement. Raider, as Jia's mother's henchman, won Baoyu's trust with her intelligence, carefulness and loyalty. She was entrusted with the heavy responsibility of taking care of Baoyu's daily life, and her status was even comparable to that of her aunt. The words and deeds of the attackers all reveal their deep concern for Baoyu.
In a description in the book, we see that the attacker sewed a white silk belly with mandarin ducks and lotus for Baoyu, and Xue Baochai was also amazed by its exquisiteness. Baochai's doubts about Baoyu wearing this object actually reveal the attacker's understanding of Baoyu's living habits. She knew that Baoyu was restless when he slept, so she skillfully guided him through his delicate belly pocket to prevent him from catching cold at night.
The intentions of the attack do not stop there. She once advised Baoyu to concentrate on her studies and not to eat the girl's lipstick, showing her expectations and sense of responsibility for Baoyu. Mrs. Wang's affection for the raider can also be seen, not only promising to elevate her status, but also taking special care of her treatment, all of which stems from the raider's selfless dedication to Baoyu.
The meticulous care of the attacker did not bring him long-term companionship with Baoyu. Baoyu's "Acacia Placket" actually carries the love and concern of the attacker for him, rather than ** in the secular sense. This deep friendship did not change their fate, and the story of the attack made it even more tragic and touching.
In the delicate depiction of "Dream of Red Mansions", the relationship between Raider and Baoyu is far more than that of master and servant, and is more like an unspoken interweaving of family and friendship. The attacker's concern for Baoyu is like a mother's care, and like a friend's understanding, which is vividly reflected in Baoyu's "Acacia placket". She uses embroidery as a medium to integrate love into a stitch and thread, making this ordinary underwear no longer ordinary, but carrying her meticulous care for Baoyu.
The wisdom of the raider lies in the fact that she knows how to guide him in a way that Baoyu can accept, rather than a strong command. She understands that for such a sensitive and willful character as Baoyu, she needs to be warmed with tenderness and patience. And the "Hehuan Placket" is a symbol of her gentle teachings, which she tries to inject order and protection into Baoyu's life.
The efforts of the attackers were not rewarded as they should be. Behind the glory of Jiafu, what is hidden is the cruelty of feudal etiquette. Although the attacker has the name of an aunt, she has no actual aunt, and her fate is ultimately determined by the interests of the family and Baoyu's marriage arrangement. This is not only the sorrow of the attack, but also the helplessness of women in that era.
From Baoyu's "Hehuan Placket" to the tragedy of attacking people, we can see that "Dream of Red Mansions" not only tells the rise and fall of a big family, but also reveals the intricate emotional entanglements and identity constraints between people in feudal society. It allows us to see that even in the deep mansion compound, there is the brilliance and gloom of human nature, the selfless dedication of love, and the ruthless tricks of fate.
True love is not just about the material thing, but about understanding and respecting the needs and emotions of the other person. Everyone has their own story, and every emotion has its own unique weight, and even in the most insignificant details, there can be a deep meaning.
In the world of Dream of Red Mansions, every character is a thick book, waiting for us to open, interpret, and perceive. Let's continue to delve into the joys and sorrows behind this prosperity, and feel those emotional resonances that transcend time and space.