On January 2, 1951, Ye Zilong, director of the Confidential Office of the General Office of the CENTRAL Committee, took the telegram and documents to Chairman Mao as usual. However, if you are careful, you will find that Ye Zilong's face carries a trace of sadness, nervousness and overwhelmed.
Chairman Mao had just woken up and was sitting on the couch drinking tea and reading the newspaper. He put the telegram on the coffee table next to him, and then stood aside, as if he knew what was going to happen next...
Chairman Mao finished reading the newspaper and picked up the telegram, and Ye Zilong's mood seemed to mention the eyes of his throat, and the room was extremely quiet.
Chairman Mao read the telegram for several minutes, keeping his head down so that no one else could see it. When he looked up, Chairman Mao's face was very ugly, a little pale, and there were tears in his eyes, but he couldn't bear to fall.
After a while, Chairman Mao sighed a long time: "Who made him my son Mao Zedong..." Then he waved his hand at Ye Zilong: "War, there will always be sacrifices..."
Ye Zilong couldn't say a word, he didn't know how to comfort Chairman Mao. The contents of the telegram were a huge blow to any father.
Yes, the telegram was about the death of Chairman Mao's beloved son, Mao Anying.
Chairman Mao is almost 60 years old, and now in the face of the pain of losing his son, even if he is a great man of a generation, he is also a person with flesh and blood and feelings! How can it not be uncomfortable?
Figure | Chairman Mao
"Shore Ying, Shore Ying..." Chairman Mao murmured softly in his mouth, and the picture of his son came to mind again, and the more he thought about it, the more uncomfortable he felt.
Suddenly, Chairman Mao raised his head and seemed to remember something. Kishi Ei is now not only his son, but also someone else's husband! After thinking about it again and again, Chairman Mao decided to hide this matter first, and he said to Ye Zilong: "Don't let Si Qi know about this matter first!" ”
The Siqi in Chairman Mao's mouth is Mao Anying's newly married wife, Liu Siqi.
Chairman Mao concealed the news of Mao Anying's sacrifice until a long time later, when Chairman Mao told her the truth. Hearing the news of her husband's death, Liu Siqi came from it with sorrow, his mind was blank, and he cried loudly.
For a long time after that, Liu Siqi did not come out of his sadness. When Chairman Mao saw that she was so uncomfortable, he could not help but think about her. Liu Siqi is still very young, only in his early 20s, and there is still a long way to go.
Chairman Mao first sent her to the Soviet Union to study, and then returned to China to work. Work and study are very good, but it is one thing, Chairman Mao has never known how to open his mouth: Si Qi should find a companion!
At Chairman Mao's repeated urging, Liu Siqi finally decided to find another husband. After being introduced by others, in 1962, Liu Siqi and Yang Maozhi, an instructor at the Air Force Academy, married and had 4 sons.
After ten years of buffering, Liu Siqi finally came out and accepted a new marriage. After remarrying, life is happy and fulfilling.
So, who is this Yang Maozhi? Why did Chairman Mao choose him to marry Liu Siqi? How did Liu Siqi come to this decade?
To know these things, we have to start with the feelings of Mao Anying and Liu Siqi...
First, doll pro
Perhaps everyone does not believe it, in fact, when Liu Siqi was not yet born, Chairman Mao and Liu Siqi's parents set up a "doll kiss". However, how could Chairman Mao, as a person who received new ideas and new education, really be as feudal as in ancient times?
He just joked with Liu Siqi's parents about this in a small talk, what was the situation at that time?
In the spring of 1927, Liu Qianchu, who was then the head of the Social Section of the Propaganda Section of the Political Department of the Eleventh Army of the Northern Expeditionary Army, took his lover Zhang Wenqiu to Chairman Mao's residence in Wuhan to visit him.
Chairman Mao and his wife Yang Kaihui warmly welcomed them, and Yang Kaihui had just given birth to Chairman Mao's third son, and the family was in a state of happiness.
When Chairman Mao heard that the lovers were about to enter the palace of marriage, he was even happier. Excitedly and humorously, he said to Liu Qianchu: "Others will wish you an early birth of a noble son, but I hope that you will have more than a thousand gold, our two families are good relatives, I have three sons!" ”
Figure | Liu Qianchu
Chairman Mao's words caused the people present to laugh, and only Mao Anying, who was just 5 years old, did not know what everyone was laughing at, but just snuggled up next to Zhang Wenqiu. Zhang Wenqiu stroked Mao Anying's head slightly shyly, and she could not have imagined that Chairman Mao's words would really come true more than twenty years later.
In 1948, Mao Anying and Liu Siqi fell in love, and the feelings of the two people quickly warmed up. As the saying goes: the male eldest should be married, and the female should be married. Who among the men and women in love hasn't thought about it?
Mao Anying proposed to Chairman Mao that he wanted to marry Liu Siqi, and Chairman Mao was very satisfied with the love between the two of them and liked Liu Siqi very much, but Mao Anying proposed marriage but was severely criticized by Chairman Mao.
Because according to the law of the Liberated Areas, the married woman must be at least 18 years old, and Liu Siqi is still a few months away at this time. Mao Anying thought that his father would agree, but he did not expect to reject him, and immediately launched a complaint.
Chairman Mao's temper also came up: "This is the law of the Liberated Areas, and you can't be even a little special just because you are mao Zedong's son!" ”
Mao Anying was poured a basin of cold water and left breathlessly. But after a few days, he figured it out, felt that his father was right, was anxious, and made a review to his father.
That being the case, wait a few more months.
On October 15, 1949, Mao Anying and Liu Siqi held a wedding ceremony in Zhongnanhai. Zhang Wenqiu looked at the happy appearance of the two and suddenly thought of the "doll kiss" that Chairman Mao said in those years, and could not help but sigh the wonder of fate.
Chairman Mao was undoubtedly the happiest, new China was founded, and the revolutionary cause was successful. Now that my son is married again, maybe he will soon become a grandfather, which makes me happy to think about it!
But Chairman Mao's wish was ultimately disappointed...
Second, the bitter mandarin duck, separated by yin and yang
After the two got married, Mao Anying first worked in the Central Propaganda Department, and then went to the factory to exercise, and Liu Siqi continued to go to school. The newlyweds are the sweetest, both have their own things, see each other from time to time, xiao Beisheng newlywed, it can be said that the days are the same as the honey.
Figure | Mao Anying and Liu Siqi
Who knew the good days were shattered by a war...
In June 1950, the Korean War broke out, the US army landed at Inchon in September, and in October the mainland decided to send volunteer troops to fight abroad to "resist the United States and aid Korea, defend the homeland and defend the country."
The country has difficulties, and as sons and daughters of China, we should come forward. Mao Anying asked the chairman for help, hoping to join the volunteer army and get approval smoothly.
On one side is the country, on the other side is home, Mao Anying is also very entangled, not to mention that at this time Liu Siqi suffered from acute appendicitis and was hospitalized.
Before leaving Beijing, Mao Anying came to the hospital to visit his wife, looking at his wife's weak appearance, he could not help but feel some pain, in order not to let her worry, Mao Anying lied: "Si Qi, I am going to a very far place on a business trip, I am about to leave, where communication is not convenient, did not receive my letter, you must not worry." ”
"Where are you going?"
Mao Anying was a little entangled, he knew that he should not tell his wife the truth, and he did not want to lie to her, so he had to reply sideways: "Do you know that North Korea is at war?" ”
Liu Siqi nodded, and suddenly realized something: "What? Where are you going? ”
Mao Anying was afraid of slipping his lips, and said with a smile: "No, I am testing your current politics!" ”
After a brief conversation, Mao Anying left the hospital. Looking at the back of her husband's departure, Liu Siqi did not think that this was the last side of them...
In October 1950, Mao Anying crossed the Yalu River with the volunteer army. On November 25 of the same year, U.S. bombers dropped a large number of incendiary bombs on the headquarters of the Volunteer Army, and Mao Anying, who was in the war room, was immediately in a sea of fire.
It was not until January 2, 1951, that Ye Zilong informed Chairman Mao of the news of Mao Anying's death, which is the scene at the beginning of the article.
Since joining the revolution, Chairman Mao has had many relatives sacrificed, and he has suffered all this grief alone. However, Kishi Ying is now not only his son, but also Si Qi's husband! How could she bear this cruel blow after just one year of marriage?
Mao Anying once told Liu Siqi: "As long as Dad is in Beijing, you have to visit every week." ”
In the past, when he saw Mao Anying and Liu Siqi come to see him, Chairman Mao smiled and closed his mouth. However, the last thing Chairman Mao wants to see now is Liu Siqi.
Si Qi was still a girl in her early 20s, and Chairman Mao didn't know how to tell her that the weekly meeting was undoubtedly an emotional torture. Chairman Mao tried his best to conceal it; he did not want to say it, could not say it, and did not dare to say it!
Every time Liu Siqi came, he would ask, "Dad, have you received a letter from Kishi Ying?" Why has Kishi Ying not heard from him for so long? ”
At this time, Chairman Mao's heart was like a knife, but on the surface he still had to pretend to be indifferent, and even smiled and comforted her, finding some reason to cover it up.
Figure | Chairman Mao
At the beginning, Liu Siqi did not suspect it, after all, when Kishi Ying left, he also said that the communication in the place where he went was not good. But time passed day by day, month by month, month by month, without communication, it was quite normal. But a year later, there was still no letter, and Liu Siqi felt that something seemed to be wrong.
She thought to herself: Now is not the white terror period of Kuomintang rule, when it is normal for husband and wife to be separated from each other for several years and not see each other. But now that it is a new China, besides, Kishi Ying is the son of the chairman, where can he go? How could it have been so long without going missing?
Although she had doubts, she did not dare to ask Chairman Mao.
Until one day, Hou Bo, the leader of the central photography group who did not know the inside story, handed Liu Siqi a photo, and the moment she saw the photo, she was stunned. In the photo, Mao Anying is wearing a volunteer uniform and a military hat, standing on a snow-covered hillside...
Liu Siqi understood everything: Kishi Ying entered the War of Korea!
But now that North Korea is about to cease war, many volunteer soldiers have returned, why hasn't Kishi Ying returned? Liu Siqi couldn't bear it any longer, so he ran to Zhongnanhai with the photo and asked Chairman Mao: "Dad, did Kishi Ying go to North Korea?" ”
Chairman Mao couldn't hide it, and he didn't want to tell her the bad news at once, but only said: "Kishi Ying went to Korea to engage in translation work at the headquarters of the Volunteer Army." ”
But without saying more specifically, Liu Siqi thought that maybe it was a special job that needed to be kept secret, so he took the photo and left with some disappointment.
As the days passed, North Korea began formal negotiations, and an armistice agreement was signed, but why hasn't Kishi Uk returned? Liu Siqi seemed to have a premonition of something, but she did not dare to think about it.
Not only is Si Qi uncomfortable, but Chairman Mao himself is also uncomfortable; as a father-in-law, he also has to play the role of comforting his daughter-in-law, and Chairman Mao is also tired.
The Korean War was over, and Chairman Mao understood that one day Si Qi would know the truth, and since that was the case, he might as well try to tell her.
In order to let Liu Siqi slowly accept it, Chairman Mao did not tell her directly, but first said that his family had sacrificed relatives for the revolution: An Ying's mother Yang Kaihui, uncles Mao Zemin and Mao Zeqin, aunt Mao Zejian...
The more she listened to Liu Siqi, the more she felt that something was not quite right, she had a premonition of something, but she did not dare to ask if it was, let alone dare to say it, she could not accept that fact.
After a week, Liu Siqi came to visit Chairman Mao again, and this time Premier Zhou was also there. Chairman Mao hesitated and told her the news that Mao Anying had died. At this time, more than two years have passed since Mao Anying's sacrifice.
Figure | Premier Zhou
Although there is a little psychological preparation, has long been prepared for the worst, but when he heard the news, Liu Siqi still could not hide his inner grief, more than two years of concern, grievances, helplessness, all cried out loudly at this moment...
Looking at his grieving daughter-in-law, Chairman Mao just sat there expressionlessly, and for more than two years, Chairman Mao had already accepted this fact.
Premier Zhou, who was beside him, comforted Liu Siqi while taking care of Chairman Mao. When he accidentally touched Chairman Mao's cold hand, he was shocked in his heart and said to Liu Siqi's ear: "Siqi, you have to mourn, Daddy's hands are cold." ”
After Liu Siqi heard these words, he slowly stopped crying and rushed to comfort Chairman Mao: "Dad, I don't cry anymore, I want to cheer up." ”
Mao Anying's sacrifice hit Liu Siqi too hard, but she didn't want to hook up Chairman Mao's sadness because of herself, and she could only hide from tears alone, burying her sorrow and thoughts in her heart...
Third, get out of the shadows and remarry Yang Maozhi
But how could Chairman Mao not understand Liu Siqi's mood? One lost his son and one lost his husband. Chairman Mao said to Liu Siqi: "From now on, you will be my eldest daughter!" ”
From that time on, Chairman Mao loved Liu Siqi especially, and not only often inquired about her food, clothing, and living, but also inquired about her study, work, and other aspects, as if she were his own daughter.
In 1954, Liu Siqi graduated from high school. To ease her grief, let her step out of the shadows and cheer herself up again. Chairman Mao decided to let her study in the Soviet Union, and the environment might be better sooner.
On the eve of going abroad, Liu Siqi fell ill with a serious cold and hoped to come and see Chairman Mao. Chairman Mao wrote in the letter: "Si Qi'er: The letter was received. Suffering from a serious cold, recuperating and recuperating, recovering physical strength, in order to facilitate going abroad. Look forward to seeing that the day is better; otherwise do not come. The most important thing is to fight for a breath and learn to become a national effectiveness. Best wishes! The drop is the "father word".
In the simple words, what is revealed is a father's instructions to his child to go to college, and his concern for the child's body, and Chairman Mao really regards Liu Siqi as a daughter.
During his studies in Moscow, Chairman Mao and Liu Siqi never broke their ties. Whether it was a problem in study or a problem in life, Liu Siqi was happy to tell Chairman Mao and seek help from his father.
In the reply letter, Chairman Mao affectionately called her "Si Qi'er" or "dear Si Qi'er", which was used only a few times in Chairman Mao's life's letters, and his love for Liu Siqi was evident.
Figure | Chairman Mao, Liu Siqi, Mao Anying
When Mao Anying was just sacrificed, Liu Siqi was only in his early twenties, and he was in a good youth. I should have dried my tears and pursued a new life. However, as Chairman Mao's daughter-in-law, Chairman Mao treated her like a daughter, and Liu Siqi could not let go of that feeling.
Seeing that Liu Siqi had gone from the age of 20 to the age of 30, even if she was not in a hurry, Chairman Mao began to be anxious, but chairman Mao did not know how to open his mouth when he persuaded his daughter-in-law to remarry.
Chairman Mao still used the method of side persuasion.
When Chairman Mao's other children were with Liu Siqi, Chairman Mao said to the children: "You are not small, you can find someone." ”
Several of the children were a little shy and shouted, "Where to find it?" Can't find it! ”
Chairman Mao smiled and said, "Then go out on the street and grab one at random." ”
Liu Siqi was also amused by Chairman Mao's humor, and interjected: "What should I do if I catch a hemp?" ”
In the autumn of 1961, Liu Siqi completed his studies and was assigned to a scientific research department of the People's Liberation Army to engage in translation work.
By this time, she was 31 years old. Chairman Mao was very anxious: Si Qi was still young, so he couldn't let her be widowed for Kishi Ying for the rest of his life, right? She should have her own life, she should find someone to start a family!
Once, Liu Siqi came to see Chairman Mao, and Chairman Mao said to her: "Si qi, you are still young, and there is still a long way to go. We are not happy with the ancient women's observance of the festival now, you should go to find a companion, and when you are old, you may as well accompany you. ”
Seeing that Liu Siqi did not reply, looking down and thinking, Chairman Mao continued: "If you have been like this, I think Kishi Ying does not want to see it, and dad does not want to see it, you are so lonely and bitter, Dad looks uncomfortable, or Daddy will find you an object, right?" ”
Chairman Mao not only persuaded her himself, but also asked Liu Siqi's mother and sister to persuade her together; under the persuasion of many parties, Liu Siqi finally loosened, and she asked her sister to bring a sentence to Chairman Mao: "Shore Ying went to Korea and never came back, I did not see his bones, I have never been to his cemetery, how can I consider getting married?" ”
Chairman Mao was touched by Si Qi's deep affection, was greatly shocked, and felt guilty for his "negligence." Soon after, Chairman Mao arranged for Liu Siqi to go to Korea to visit Mao Anying's grave.
After returning from North Korea, Liu Siqi's wish for many years was finally fulfilled. Under the persuasion of Chairman Mao many times, he finally agreed to the request to urge her to marry.
Hearing that Liu Siqi was relieved, Chairman Mao dropped a big stone in his heart, and the next step was to find a suitable candidate, and asked several familiar subordinates to help them pay attention.
Not long after, Liu Zhen, deputy commander of the Air Force and president of the Air Force Academy, said to Chairman Mao: "Chairman, there is a faculty member of our academy named Yang Maozhi, who is 30 years old, tall and strong, loyal and honest, very self-motivated, and has no problems with his character..."
Figure | The home of Liu Siqi and Yang Mao
Moreover, Chairman Mao also learned that when he was in the Soviet Union, Yang Maozhi and Liu Siqi had met and were acquainted. Since the people were good and had seen each other before, Chairman Mao promised to let them get to know each other first.
After some getting along, Liu Siqi was more satisfied with Yang Maozhi, and Yang Maozhi also had a good feeling for Liu Siqi. Since Lang has a concubine intention, then it is not a good thing.
On December 31, 1961, Liu Siqi came to visit Chairman Mao and informed him of his impending marriage to Yang Maozhi. Chairman Mao was very happy and immediately gave his newly created poem "Bu Suanzi Yongmei" to Liu Siqi as a souvenir.
Chairman Mao also said happily: "Si Qi, this is the right way, after you become a parent, live a good life, and your father will first wish you a happy new marriage!" ”
In February 1962, Liu Siqi and Yang Maozhi married in a courtyard house in Beijing, and Chairman Mao finally had a heart matter.
After marriage, Liu Siqi and Yang Maozhi had four children, two sons, and two daughters. The eldest son's name was Yang Xiaoying, and this name was also taken to remember Mao Anying.
After she got married and had children, Liu Siqi received a letter from a woman. The woman had almost the same experience as her, her husband was a martyr, she had been a widow herself, and she was unable to break through the social and psychological barriers and re-establish a family.
After learning that Liu Siqi remarried, she was very envious and wrote in the letter: "I think you are a happy person! ”
Liu Siqi was greatly touched, and since Mao Anying's sacrifice, no one had ever said that she was happy. She had always felt overwhelmed by suffering, but she thought about it for a moment that there was indeed a lot of happiness around her, but it had been ignored by herself.
The night she received the letter, she lost sleep... She thought of what Chairman Mao had done for her in the past ten years.
After Kishi Ying's sacrifice, Chairman Mao concealed the news for more than two years, just to let her accept it slowly; then he sent her to study abroad and cared for her; he also tried everything to persuade her to remarry and pursue her own happiness; after learning that she had her own life after marriage, she was very happy...
After becoming a mother, Liu Siqi was more able to appreciate Chairman Mao's love for her, and as she grew older, she could feel it more and more.
Figure | Chairman Mao
Liu Siqi spent ten years of loneliness from Mao Anying's sacrifice to getting married and reorganizing his family again. In the past ten years, if it were not for Chairman Mao's encouragement, comfort, and persuasion to arrange marriage for her, perhaps she would have been living in the shadow of grief.
If Liu Siqi lost her husband at a young age is unfortunate, then it is fortunate that she has an enlightened and generous father-in-law like Chairman Mao!
If Liu Siqi lost her father's love from an early age is unfortunate, she is happy to receive Chairman Mao's love like her own father in the most painful time!