In Jin Yong's martial arts world, the beggar gang was once the most formidable gang in the world. But in "Heaven and Dragon Slayer", this once-glorious gang seems to be in decline. The reason behind this is that it is closely related to a woman with extraordinary wisdom and strong martial arts-Huang Rong.
An autumn wind blew, and the streets in Xiangyang City were full of fallen leaves. In this cold and hot season, the people of Xiangyang City are busy preparing for the coming winter. However, in the base camp of the beggars, a discussion about the future fate of the beggars is going on tense and mysteriously.
Huang Rong, as the leader of the Beggar Gang, her decisions and actions have had a profound impact on the Beggar Gang and even the entire martial arts. Under her leadership, the Beggar Gang experienced a brief period of glory, but with the outbreak of the Xiangyang War and post-war reconstruction, the Beggar Gang faced unprecedented challenges.
So, why did the beggars become so depressed in Heaven and Dragon Slayer, and how did Huang Rong relate to this change? The mystery seems to be hidden in the internal contradictions of the beggar gang, the effects of the Xiangyang War, and Huang Rong's personal choices.
1. The legend of Qiao Feng and the glory of the beggars
In Jin Yong's martial arts world, the beggar gang, as a unique force, occupies a place in the rivers and lakes with its unique traditions and standards. Qiao Feng, the leader of the beggar gang, is not only famous for his superb martial arts, but also respected and loved by people for his chivalrous heart. In the beggar gang, Qiao Feng's image is extremely vivid, and his words and deeds all reveal the demeanor of a martial arts master and the temperament of a leader.
On this day, in the dark alley meeting hall of the beggar gang, Qiao Feng was discussing countermeasures with his brothers in the gang. A young beggar disciple stood up nervously and asked, "Gang leader, how should we deal with the invasion of foreign enemies?"
Qiao Feng smiled slightly, his eyes flashing with determination. He replied firmly: "Although our beggar gang is born as beggars, our righteousness is thin. As long as it is a righteous matter, the beggars will never back down. ”
His words reveal an indomitable spirit, which is the spiritual pillar that the beggars have been able to stand on for many years. Qiao Feng turned to look at the other gangsters, and the same flame burned in their eyes, which was the dedication to justice and the absolute trust in the leader.
"But Gang Leader, are we too weak compared to the big factions?" another gang member asked worriedly.
Qiao Feng smiled indifferently, his tone was full of confidence: "In the rivers and lakes, the real strength lies not only in martial arts, but also in people's hearts. Although we beggars do not have a gorgeous martial arts hall, we have the most solid brotherhood, which is our greatest strength. ”
Hearing Qiao Feng say this, the eyes of the gang showed pride. Indeed, although they did not have a luxurious mansion or a prominent family background, they did have an inseparable brotherhood that could not be compared with any material thing.
Just then, there was the sound of hurried footsteps outside. An reconnaissance disciple hurriedly came in and reported to Qiao Feng: "Helper, we have found an unknown group of people approaching our territory ahead. ”
Qiao Feng frowned slightly, and after pondering for a moment, he stood up with a firm voice: "Ready to go, let's go and see who is so bold as to dare to invade the realm of the beggar gang." ”
The gang members stood up one after another, and the atmosphere suddenly became tense. Qiao Feng took the lead in walking out of the council hall, his back looking extraordinarily tall. Under his leadership, the brothers of the beggar gang followed, their steps were firm, their eyes were resolute, as Qiao Feng said, although they were beggars, they were by no means lacking courage and justice. At this moment, the entire beggar gang seemed to have become an unstoppable force, ready to meet any challenge.
2. Internal strife: the opposition between the dirty clothes faction and the clean clothes faction
As the status of the beggars in the rivers and lakes became more prominent, the internal contradictions were gradually revealed. The disagreement between the Dirty Clothes and the Clean Clothes is not just about dressing, but also reflects the difference in attitudes towards the traditional and modern changes of the beggars. This divide deepened and even began to affect the day-to-day functioning and unity of the beggars.
At an important gang meeting, the issue was finally put on the agenda. Qiao Feng sat on the chairman's seat, facing the representatives of the two factions in the chamber. There was an atmosphere of tension and antagonism in the air.
The Elder of the Dirty Clothes Sect was the first to stand up, his clothes ragged, but his eyes revealed determination and passion. "Our beggars are beggars at all, how can we forget our roots!" his voice was loud and powerful, expressing his adherence to the tradition of the Dirty Clothes Party.
The representative of the Pure Clothes faction was a middle-aged man, neatly dressed and with a calm attitude, but there was no lack of sharpness in his words. "Times are changing, and we must also keep up with the times, and we must not stick to outdated traditions. His words provoked a whispered discussion.
Qiao Feng listened to the argument between the two factions, and a trace of deep thought flashed in his eyes. He knows that this is not only about lifestyle choices, but also about the future direction and development of the beggars. Qiao Feng cleared his throat and broke the tension in the chamber.
"Brothers, the Beggar Gang is strong because we are united, not what we wear. Whether we are dirty or clean, we are first and foremost part part of the beggars. Qiao Feng's words were calm and powerful, trying to build a bridge of communication between the two factions.
The Elder of the Dirty Cloak Sect shook his head, "But we must not forget our origins, this is the spirit of our beggar gang. ”
The representative of the Pure Clothes School sighed: "But we can't stick to the old ways, otherwise we will be eliminated by the times." ”
Qiao Feng looked at the representatives of the two factions, and he knew that he had to find a balance, otherwise the future of the beggar gang would be confused. He stood up and looked around the audience: "Whether it is dirty or clean, our purpose is for the prosperity of the beggars and the well-being of our brothers. We must find a compromise that allows the beggars to preserve their traditions while meeting the challenges of the new era. ”
Qiao Feng's words were like a warm current, slowly pouring into everyone's hearts. His eyes revealed not only firmness, but also hope for the future and a desire for unity. The atmosphere in the chamber eased, and representatives of both factions began to communicate with each other, trying to find a mutually acceptable solution. Qiao Feng smiled, he knew that the future of the beggar gang, although it was full of challenges, as long as there was unity and wisdom, there was no difficulty that could not be overcome.
3. Huang Rong's wisdom and the transformation of the beggars
After Qiao Feng, Huang Rong became the leader of the beggar gang. Unlike Qiao Feng's heroic spirit, Huang Rong has won great prestige within the beggar gang with his intelligence and superb martial arts. Faced with the contradiction between the dirty clothes faction and the clean clothes faction, Huang Rong did not use strong means, but skillfully resolved this contradiction through wisdom and strategy, so that the beggar gang was rejuvenated.
At an important meeting of the beggars, Huang Rong stood on the podium, facing the meeting hall full of gangs below. Her gaze swept over everyone, and finally fixed on the representatives of the two factions, and slowly spoke: "The strength of the beggar gang lies not in our clothing, but in our unity and chivalrous spirit. We should put aside our internal differences and face external challenges together. ”
The representative of the Dirty Cloak Sect looked at Huang Rong, and a trace of respect flashed in his eyes: "The Huang Gang Leader is right, our unity is more important than anything else. ”
The representative of the Pure Clothes Sect also nodded in agreement: "Yes, the words of the Huang Gang Leader make me feel deeply, we should indeed unite. ”
Huang Rong smiled, knowing that a meeting alone would not be enough to completely solve the problem, but it was a good start. She continued: "I propose that the two factions exchange lifestyles on certain days, experience and learn Xi from each other, so that we can increase understanding and respect between us. ”
The gang exchanged meaningful glances with each other, and Huang Rong's proposal obviously opened their minds. The representatives of the two factions looked at each other and smiled, as if at this moment, the long-standing estrangement and misunderstanding began to slowly dissolve.
Over time, Huang Rong's proposal was gradually implemented. Members of the Dirty Clothes faction began to experiment with neat clothing, while members of the Cleanclothes faction experienced the life of a beggar. In this way, the members of the two factions began to understand each other better, realizing that they both shared the responsibility of upholding the beggars and justice, whether they were dirty or clean.
Under the leadership of Huang Rong, the beggar gang not only solved the internal contradictions, but also established a more positive image in the rivers and lakes. Huang Rong's wisdom and leadership have been recognized and respected by all. She often said: "The reason why the beggar gang is strong is not because of how much we have, but because we know how to face difficulties together." ”
The gang was inspired, and they began to value their brothers more and showed a more united and friendly side, both internally and externally. Under the leadership of Huang Rong, the beggar gang not only regained its former glory, but also moved towards a new stage of development.
Fourth, the decline of the beggars and the hope for the future
Although Huang Rong's wisdom and efforts gave the beggars a new lease of life, the outbreak of the Xiangyang War brought unprecedented challenges to the beggars. This war is not just an ordinary conflict, it involves the safety of the entire rivers and lakes, and even the fate of the entire country. As an important force in the rivers and lakes, the beggars are naturally involved in this dispute.
The brutality of the war not only brought heavy losses to the beggars, but also consumed a lot of their resources. This is undoubtedly a heavy blow to the beggars who have always relied on unity and chivalrous spirit to survive. Many of the gang's members were wounded or killed in the war, leaving the entire gang in an atmosphere of grief and loss.
Against this backdrop, the atmosphere in the gang became heavy and oppressive. Many of the gang members are full of uncertainty and fear about the future, and some even begin to wonder if the beggars will be able to continue to exist. At a rally, the expressions of the gang members were extremely melancholy, and even Huang Rong, who had always been optimistic, couldn't help frowning.
At this moment, a young beggar disciple stood up, his voice was a little trembling, but it revealed firmness: "We used to be Taishan Beidou in the martial arts, even if it is difficult now, we can't lose hope." ”
His words were like a warm current, gradually melting the frost in the hearts of the gangsters. Despite the numerous difficulties and challenges they have experienced, the spirit of the beggars has never faded. The young disciple's words inspired the indomitable spirit in the hearts of the gangsters.
Huang Rong looked at this young disciple, and a hint of relief flashed in her eyes. She knew that as long as the spirit of the beggar gang was still there, no matter how difficult it was, the beggar gang would not fall easily. She said softly: "Yes, we beggars have gone through vicissitudes, but our roots will always be here, and our spirit will never be extinguished." ”
After the meeting, the faces of the gang members showed a light of hope again. Although there is a long way to go, they know that as long as they are united, there is no obstacle that cannot be overcome. At the end of the article, it not only shows the glory and challenges of the beggars, but also leaves hope and expectation for the future. This is not only a prospect for the beggars, but also a hymn to everyone who has persevered in the face of adversity.
Resources:
Jin Yong "The Legend of the Condor Heroes"
Jin Yong "The Condor Heroes"
Jin Yong "Heaven and Dragon Slayer"