In the long history of the Tang Dynasty, the name Chen Xuanli was like a lightning bolt, piercing the haze of the Anshi Rebellion.
As a commander of the forbidden army, he witnessed the critical moment of the Tang Dynasty from prosperity to decline.
In the face of the national crisis, Chen Xuanli decided to take action, and the decision of "we must cut off the root cause and protect the country and the people" demonstrated his extraordinary courage and wisdom.
However, his choice has also caused endless controversy. Can Yang Guifei's tragedy really be attributed to him?
The wheels of history roll forward, and Chen Xuanli's name is engraved on the stone slab of history, but his story is full of unsolved mysteries.
The beginning of the mutiny
In the shadow of the Anshi Rebellion, the Tang Empire is experiencing a critical moment from prosperity to decline.
Chen Xuanli, the commander of the forbidden army, felt the heavy pressure of this crisis. In the silence of the barracks, his thoughts surged like a torrent, thinking about how to turn things around.
One night, Chen Xuanli summoned several of his cronies and generals to have a secret conversation in the military tent. The moonlight shone through the cracks in the tent and reflected on their resolute faces.
During the meeting, Chen Xuanli stood in the center, his eyes were firm and deep, and his voice was low and powerful: "The current situation is critical, and we must cut off the root cause and protect the country and the people." The surrounding generals listened, their eyes shining with recognition.
Chen Xuanli carefully analyzed the current internal and external troubles of Datang. He pointed out that there was the flames of the Anshi Rebellion outside, and the powerful ministers and court disputes inside, all of which were consuming the vitality of the Tang Dynasty. He knows that someone must stand up and make a decisive decision in this chaotic situation.
"The Anshi Rebellion has destroyed the northern frontier of the country, and if no action is taken, I am afraid that the entire Tang Dynasty will fall into irreparable chaos. His tone was firm, and there was no trace of hesitation on his face. His eyes swept over the faces of each general, as if looking for resonance.
The meeting lasted all night. They discussed a variety of possible strategies, from military deployments to political layouts, and every detail was scrutinized.
Chen's plan is taking shape – he decides to launch a revolution that will change the current impasse.
As the sky grew brighter, Chen Xuanli stood up and said to the generals: "This matter is very important, we must be cautious. I will personally go to Chang'an to meet His Majesty and explain my views and plans. ”
The generals in the military tent stood up one after another and expressed their support for Chen Xuanli's plan. They know that this action to determine the future of Datang is about to begin, and each of them will play a key role.
At the beginning of that dawn, Chen Xuanli embarked on the journey to Chang'an, his heart full of determination and determination. He knew that this was not only for the future of the country, but also for the peace of thousands of people of the Tang Dynasty. At this moment, his fate is closely linked to the fate of Datang.
The death of Yang Guifei
Chen Xuanli knows that if he wants to reverse the decline of Datang, he must solve the deep-seated problems in China. In his eyes, the power of Yang Guifei and her family has exploded, and it has become a source of turmoil in the country.
At an urgent court meeting, he decided to state this view to Emperor Xuanzong of Tang, no matter how shocking.
The morning sun had just passed through the window lattices of the palace, and the court hall was already full of people. Chen Xuanli was dressed in military uniform and walked into the court, his eyes were firm, but his heart was not shocked.
He walked directly to the emperor's throne, bowed deeply, then raised his head to look directly at Tang Xuanzong, and said in a clear and firm voice: "Your Majesty, the brothers and sisters of the Yang family control the government and government, and the people are not happy. ”
There was silence in the court, and everyone's eyes were focused on Chen Xuanli's body.
Tang Xuanzong's face first showed surprise, and then turned to contemplation. He knew that Chen Xuanli was a loyal minister, and if it weren't for the seriousness of the situation, he would never say such straightforward things.
After the court meeting, Tang Xuanzong summoned Chen Xuanli to the imperial study.
There, Chen Xuanli elaborated on the influence of the Yang Guifei family on the state and how they manipulated the government, causing popular discontent and national turmoil. His words were sonorous and powerful, and every one of them showed his deep concern for the country.
After hearing this, Tang Xuanzong was silent for a long time, and finally nodded and said, "Xuanli, I understand everything you said." There was endless exhaustion and helplessness in his tone.
In the days that followed, the atmosphere in the court became tense and oppressive. Chen Xuanli's suggestion was like a bombshell, which sparked a heated discussion in the court. Many ministers are secretly watching and do not dare to express their position lightly.
In the end, in a series of complex political games and emotional entanglements, Yang Guifei was forced to leave the palace and died in Ma Weipo. This event left a deep imprint on the history of the Tang Dynasty and became an endless sad song written by later poets.
Although Chen Xuanli completed what he considered necessary, his heart was full of mixed emotions: for the stability of the country, he had to sacrifice a member of the imperial family.
This kind of major decision made him think repeatedly in the dead of night, and his heart was full of entanglement and uneasiness.
Merit and demerit
In Chen Xuanli's later years, his reputation has spread far and wide, and although the glory of the title Cai Guogong has made him famous in history, the inner turmoil has not subsided.
What was once a lofty ambition has now been transformed into a deep reflection on the choices of the past. The wheels of history are rolling forward, and his merits and demerits have become the focus of evaluation by later generations, with mixed reviews.
On a late autumn evening, Chen Xuanli took a walk in the back garden of the mansion. The moonlight sprinkled on his body, mottled and dappled. At this time, a wise man visited him, and the two talked in the courtyard at night.
The wise man asked, "Cai Guogong, how can you measure your life's merits?"
Chen Xuanli was silent for a while, a complicated light flashed in his eyes, and he said slowly: "For the country and the people, it is not merit or fault, but I ask for peace of mind." ”
He looks back on the vicissitudes of his life. From a brave general to a powerful minister, and then to the accomplished Cai Guogong, his life is full of twists and choices. Every decision comes with responsibility and weight.
His heart has always been concerned about the safety of the country and the well-being of the people, and even in the face of controversy and criticism, he has always adhered to his beliefs.
Chen Xuanli's later life was relatively peaceful, but he was often immersed in memories and reflections on the past. In his exchanges with his family and friends, he often revealed a deep sense of concern for the country and the people.
Although he was appreciated and bestowed by the emperor, in his heart, those glories were not enough to offset the worries in his heart.
Throughout his life, Chen Xuanli has always adhered to his beliefs and principles, and even in the face of complex political situations and moral dilemmas, he has always maintained a clear head.
In his life, he was not only a witness to the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty, but also an important participant in the great wheel of history.
Before leaving, the wise man said to him: "Cai Guogong, your life has been full of twists and turns, but you have always maintained your loyalty to the country and your care for the people, which in itself is a choice without regrets. ”
Chen Xuanli smiled slightly, looking at the back of the wise man leaving, his heart was full of emotion.
Chen Xuanli's life is full of passion and challenges, and he has left an indelible mark on the history of the Tang Dynasty.
In his later years, although glory and dignity surrounded him, he always maintained a peaceful and deep reflection in his heart, which was a deep reflection on his life choices and a silent narration of history.
Epilogue:
Chen Xuanli, a hero who struggled in the vicissitudes of his life, his fate is full of tragedy and complexity. His later years were not only a reflection on past decisions, but also a commitment to personal beliefs.
Although history has given him mixed praise, his loyalty to the country and his concern for the people will always be remembered.
His story teaches us that history is written by those who dare to make choices, and behind every choice comes a deep responsibility and concern.
In the long river of history, Chen Xuanli's figure may gradually fade into obscurity, but his story will forever inspire future generations to find their own way in a complex world.