In the long river of history, the god of war in the Northern Qi Dynasty, King Lanling, became famous for his alluring appearance and bravery on the battlefield, especially the battle under the mountain, highlighting his unparalleled martial arts and bravery. However, fate played a cruel joke on the god of war, King Lanling, who fought to fame on the bustling battlefield, but finally fell into a bleak end because of suspicion.
This fascinating historical story will lead us to an in-depth understanding of the heroic deeds of King Lanling. His appearance and outstanding military achievements made him a legend of his time. However, as the shadow of suspicion gradually loomed, the fate of King Lanling became bleak. This story not only reflects the cruelty of the chaotic wars of that era, but also provokes deep reflections on loyalty and betrayal.
By uncovering the legendary experience of this Northern Qi god of war, we will jointly trace the glorious footprints he left in history, as well as the ups and downs of his fate. This is a historical journey about heroes and tragedies, a touching story that makes us deeply feel the vicissitudes of history and the predicament of human nature.
Gao Changgong was born in 540 into a large family of people who leaned towards the government and the opposition. His ancestors were from a family of powerful ministers, his great-grandfather Gao Huan once controlled the government, and his father Gao Cheng also presided over the court. However, in 550, when 10-year-old Gao Changgong was still studying and practicing martial arts, his father died young due to court conspiracy, and he was only in his thirties.
After Gao Cheng's unexpected death, his eldest brother Gao Yang seized the throne and established the Northern Qi regime. Since then, the Gao clan has been fighting continuously. Gao Changgong, who is a side concubine, has a humble status in the clan. His humble biological mother could hardly fight for power for him, and he, a jade-faced boy, could only rely on his own efforts. It wasn't until he was 17 years old that Gao Changgong got a petty official position in a remote province and began to accumulate strength.
In the face of the family's loss of power, Gao Changgong was unwilling in his heart, and he understood that only by relying on strength could he gain status in this cruel political arena. So this jade-faced young man studied diligently, and privately made friends with officialdom, secretly establishing his own political network. He aspires to one day return to the center of power and fulfill his ambitions.
In 560, the political situation in Northern Qi was turbulent again, and the emperors changed frequently. 20-year-old Gao Changgong was finally promoted to the title of prince by virtue of his military exploits on the battlefield. He won the title of King of Lanling, and for the first time gained some real power, he had the opportunity to show his ambitions.
At the end of that year, his uncle Gao Yan staged a coup d'état and ascended the throne as emperor. He took a fancy to Gao Changgong's talent and ambition, and decided to train this person to work for him. So he vigorously promoted Gao Changgong and let him start to hold important positions in the DPRK and the Central Committee to manage all political affairs.
A year later, Gao Yan died in a palace coup. However, Gao Changgong's path to power is not over. In this change of power, Gao Changgong is still hungry for greater power. He understands that only by relying on force can he gain a foothold in troubled times.
In 561, after Gao Zhan succeeded to the throne, Gao Changgong was keenly aware of the attitude of the new monarch. So he turned to curry favor with the new emperor and made greater achievements on the battlefield. He conquered several enemy fortresses and increased the territory of Northern Qi. With his great military merits, he made himself more powerful in the army, making his position in the DPRK and China more stable.
In the same year, 22-year-old Gao Changgong became the highest military and political governor of the state, officially taking charge of the military and political power of a state. He was also knighted in two counties, greatly increasing his power and wealth. It can be said that Gao Changgong has separated from other clan members and occupies an important seat in the court.
In the autumn of 564, the Northern Qi was in a desperate situation of a joint attack by the Northern Zhou and Turks. The armies of the neighboring countries approached the capital, and the Mongol cavalry even slaughtered the city. When the situation was critical, the imperial court reused Gao Changgong, who was only 24 years old, to lead the army to rescue the important town of Luoyang.
This battle was led by Duan Shao, the king of the plains, and Gao Changgong was controlled by him. However, Duan Shao suddenly fell ill halfway, and Gao Changgong took over as the coach. He personally led 500 military generals to build fortifications on the front line of Bishan and ambush the elite. The Northern Zhou army attacked lightly, and Gao Changgong took the opportunity to personally lead the assault cavalry, rampage, and went straight into the hinterland of the enemy.
In this decisive battle of Pishan, Gao Changgong finally made a splash and made great achievements. Invincible, he repelled enemy forces from the north and south, and successfully lifted the siege of Kim Yong City. "Lanling King's Entrance Song" was immediately sung in the army, and the name of "Jade Face God of War" also spread. After becoming famous in World War I, Gao Changgong's reputation spread far and wide, and the government and the opposition knew his name.
In 571, the confrontation between the north and the south resumed, and the defenders of the Northern Qi were repeatedly defeated. Gao Changgong went north again to the rescue and led the army to annihilate the invading Northern Zhou army. In this battle, he returned from a great victory and regained thousands of miles of lost territory. The imperial court crowned him as a lieutenant, and the power leaned towards the government and the opposition. Because of this victory in Fenbei, Gao Changgong's prestige reached its peak.
In the face of the court's praise, Gao Changgong was humble and gave all the credit to the soldiers. He regarded state affairs as a family affair and served his country with the kindness of a courtier. It can be said that although Gao Changgong was born in a famous family, he did not have the slightest extravagance, governed the army strictly, and won the hearts of the people. However, it was precisely because he was too good that Gao Changgong attracted the emperor's jealousy. In order to protect himself, he took the initiative to stop the government and refused all official positions behind closed doors.
In 573, the latter lord Gao Wei had long been wary of his henchmen. He hinted several times, directly and indirectly, that he wanted to deal with this confidant patient. In the face of the emperor's suspicion, Gao Changgong had nothing to do, he knew that disaster was coming, but he could only endure despair.
In the end, Gao Wei couldn't bear it anymore and sent someone to Gao Changgong's mansion with poisoned wine. Gao Changgong, who was suffering from hard work, understood that this had reached a dilemma. In order to save his family's lives and to keep the last bit of dignity, Gao Changgong chose to be righteous. Without hesitation, he drank the poisoned wine and bore all the grievances alone, thanking the king with his death. He died young at the age of thirty.
He is Gao Changgong, a jade-faced young man, a god of war, and the power leans towards the government and the opposition, but he died young. The trajectory of his life is full of drama, but it is also extremely legendary. Let us remember this unborn genius and warn ourselves not to repeat the mistakes of the past.
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