In the prosperous Grand View Garden, a sudden turmoil is quietly brewing. Between Mrs. Wang's eyebrows, there was deep worry and determination. Jin Chu'er, the maid who once laughed in the garden, was suddenly and ruthlessly expelled from the house, which became the fuse of this turmoil. Mrs. Wang's decision not only affected Jin Chu'er's fate, but also set off a storm of plagiarism that touched every corner of the Grand View Garden.
As the turmoil spreads, Jia Baoyu's life is also involved in this unknown whirlpool. The original tranquility and freedom in the Grand View Garden seem to be being eroded little by little. Behind this series of draconian measures, there is a deep concern for Mrs. Wang's future in the family, as well as a constant echo of the tragedy of the past - Jia Zhu's early death.
1. Jia Zhu's early death: an unusual fate
In the context of "Dream of Red Mansions", Jia Zhu's life trajectory is full of drama. He is the eldest son of Jia Zheng, born into a wealthy family, and should have a bright future. But the cruelty of fate fills his story with twists.
One evening, Jia Zhu was studying hard in his study, and the table was full of ancient classics. The lights were bright, and fine beads of sweat were faintly visible on his forehead. At this moment, Jia Zheng walked into the study with a serious expression on his face. He looked at Jia Zhu, his eyes full of anticipation and sternness.
"Zhu'er, how are you studying today?" Jia Zheng asked.
Returning to his father's words, the son is trying to Xi review the Analects, but there are still many unclear points. Jia Zhu replied, with a hint of nervousness in her voice.
Jia Zheng sighed, walked over to Jia Zhu, picked up a book and looked at it carefully. "You need to be more attentive, and the future of the family is pinned on you. ”
"My son understood. Jia Zhu lowered his head, and his voice became even deeper.
In another place, two of Jia Zhu's close people were secretly discussing. They talked in whispers in the courtyard, their eyes glancing in the direction of the study from time to time.
"I heard that Jia Zheng has been under a lot of pressure on Jia Zhu recently, and he has almost no time to spend with us. One of them complained.
"Indeed, if this continues, how will we get mixed up in the future?" said another, worriedly.
"Maybe we should find an opportunity to let Jia Zhu relax. "The first person proposed.
In fact, the words of these two men concealed the intention of luring Jia Zhu to the wrong path. And Jia Zhu, caught between the expectations of Yan's father and the temptation of his friends, gradually lost himself.
As time passed, Ja Joo's physical condition began to deteriorate. His face was pale, and his mental state was languishing. When night fell, he would work alone in his study until late at night, the light reflecting his increasingly haggard face.
This scene shocked and worried Jia Zheng, and he realized that his harshness towards his son may have exceeded the limit. He immediately ordered someone to ask for a doctor, and he held Jia Zhu's hand tightly, his heart full of self-blame and worry.
However, despite the best efforts of the doctors, Jia Zhu's condition still did not improve. In front of his hospital bed, there was always the concern and anxiety of his family. Jia Zheng often stayed by the bedside, and his eyes showed deep remorse. He began to reflect on his approach to education and whether expectations of his son were too harsh.
In the end, Jia Zhu's condition did not improve. On the day of his death, the entire Jiafu was plunged into deep grief. Jia Zheng sat alone in the study, playing with the books Jia Zhu had read, his eyes full of reluctance and sadness. His heart was full of regret, and he blamed himself for not realizing his son's plight and physical condition earlier.
2. Mrs. Wang's heartache and overprotection
In the world of "Dream of Red Mansions", Mrs. Wang's state of mind became particularly complicated after Jia Zhu's death. In a conversation with the attacker, this complex emotion is revealed.
One afternoon, Madame Wang sat at the delicate dressing table, and the assailant gently combed her hair. Sunlight from the window shines through the curtains and spills into the room, creating a quiet and welcoming atmosphere.
"Assault, do you think I care enough about the children?" Mrs. Wang suddenly spoke, her voice deep in her voice.
"Madame has always cared about the eldest and second masters. The attacker replied softly, his hands moving without stopping.
"I always thought that if I had been more strict with Uncle Zhu, maybe he wouldn't..." Mrs. Wang's words were not finished, and there was a trace of choking in her voice.
The attacker gently stroked Mrs. Wang's shoulder, did not speak again, but quietly accompanied her.
This scene shows Madame Wang's inner struggle. She is saddened by Jia Zhu's death, and at the same time worries that Jia Baoyu may repeat the mistakes of the past. Therefore, in the discipline of Jia Baoyu, Mrs. Wang became more strict and careful.
In the days that followed, Mrs. Wang supervised Jia Baoyu's life more closely. She regularly checks his Xi progress and even personally selects books that are suitable for him to read. Jia Baoyu's life is almost perfectly arranged, and every day's activities are strictly planned.
At a dinner, Mrs. Wang brought up the matter of Jia Zhu again. Jia Baoyu and other family members sat around the dining table, which was full of delicacies of color and flavor.
"You know how high my expectations are for Uncle Zhu. Mrs. Wang said lightly.
The whole table was silent, and there was a heavy atmosphere in the air.
"Baoyu, you must learn the lesson of your brother, and do not waste it. Mrs. Wang continued.
"Yes, mother. Jia Baoyu replied in a low voice, with a hint of contemplation in his eyes.
This heavy atmosphere often hangs over Jia Baoyu's life. Although he appeared to be at ease on the outside, in fact, Mrs. Wang's high-pressure discipline made him feel quite stressed.
In Jia Baoyu's spare time, Mrs. Wang even began to limit his contact with other young people, especially those she thought might have bad influences. She often sent maids and grandmothers to monitor Jia Baoyu's whereabouts and ensure that he would not follow in Jia Zhu's footsteps.
3. The triggering of the Jin Chu'er event
In The Dream of Red Mansions, Jin Chu'er's deportation is a striking illustration of Madame Wang's overreaction to the risks Jia Baoyu may face. The starting point of this incident can be traced back to a conversation between Madame Wang and the attacker.
One afternoon, Mrs. Wang was in her boudoir, and the attacker was brushing the dust off her clothes. The room was luxuriously furnished, and the courtyard view outside the window was beautiful, but Mrs. Wang's expression was serious and worried.
At this moment, Mrs. Wang's thoughts were interrupted by Jin Chu'er's figure. Jin Chu'er was passing through the courtyard, her demeanor was frivolous and her laughter was charming. Mrs. Wang's eyes suddenly became sharp, and she felt that Jin Chu'er might have a bad influence on Jia Baoyu.
Soon after, Mrs. Wang summoned a meeting of the main maids of the family. She sat on the throne with a grim face. The maidens streamed in, each standing on one side of the room.
"I've heard that some girls don't follow the rules and take Baoyu with them. Mrs. Wang spoke.
The maids looked at each other, at a loss.
"Jin Chu'er, I heard that you have been very close to Baoyu recently. Mrs. Wang looked directly at Jin Chu'er.
Jin Chu'er immediately knelt on the ground: "Madam, you misunderstood, my second master and I are nothing more than an ordinary master-servant relationship. ”
But Madame Wang had already made up her mind. She felt that Jin Chu'er's presence might affect Jia Baoyu's character, so she decided to expel her from the mansion. This decision caused quite a stir in Jiafu.
Jin Chu'er's departure made the other maids in Jiafu feel unprecedented pressure. They began to be cautious, fearing that a similar fate would befall them. Mrs. Wang's behavior, although out of concern for Jia Baoyu, invisibly exacerbated the tension in the mansion.
Fourth, the copy inspection of the Grand View Garden: prevent the slightest
In the background of the story of "Dream of Red Mansions", Mrs. Wang's overreaction not only affected Jin Chu'er, but also affected the entire Grand View Garden. She was full of worries about Jia Baoyu's future, so she decided to take more drastic measures to correct the atmosphere in the Grand View Garden.
Early one morning, the maids and servants in the Grand View Garden were summoned to the central flower hall. Madame Wang sat on a high position in the center of the hall, and in front of her were neatly arranged servants. There was a tense atmosphere in the air.
"I've heard that there's been a bad mood in the Grand View Garden lately. Mrs. Wang spoke.
The servants looked at each other, but no one dared to make a sound.
"From today onwards, I will conduct a copy inspection of the Grand View Garden to correct the atmosphere. Mrs. Wang continued.
After hearing this, although everyone was shocked, no one dared to question Mrs. Wang's decision.
Madame Wang's order quickly spread throughout the Grand View Garden. The servants began to get busy, cleaning their rooms and courtyards for the upcoming inspection. The original tranquility and leisure in the Grand View Garden have been shattered and replaced by a sense of urgency and worry.
On the day of the inspection, Mrs. Wang personally led a group of grandmothers and housekeepers into every corner of the Grand View Garden. They scrutinize every room, even the books on the shelves and the small items in the drawers. This thorough search made everyone in the Grand View Garden feel unprecedented pressure.
In Jia Baoyu's room, Mrs. Wang carefully flipped through his books and manuscripts. She checks every book to make sure there is no inappropriate content in it. Jia Baoyu stood aside, silently observing all this.
After the inspection, Mrs. Wang ordered that all the young people in the Grand View Garden should not gather to have fun. She also placed special emphasis on Jia Baoyu's care, requiring all servants to strictly monitor his every move.
In the days that followed, the atmosphere of the Grand View Garden changed significantly. The laughter of the past has become scarce, replaced by silence and melancholy. The servants became more cautious in their work, fearing that their actions would cause Madame Wang's displeasure.
Jia Baoyu's life has also been greatly affected. He found that his freedom was greatly restricted, and even the usual favorite games and reading became difficult. In his room, the books and toys that had once pleased him were carefully screened, leaving only a few that Madame Wang thought would be beneficial.
Fifth, mother's love and the helplessness of the times
In the narrative of "Dream of Red Mansions", although Mrs. Wang's behavior is harsh, it reflects the helplessness and maternal love of mothers in that era. Her strict control of Jia Baoyu is out of deep concern for his future fate.
Under Mrs. Wang's arrangement, Jia Baoyu's life became regular and rigorous. His days are packed to the brim, from morning till night, with little free time. Madame Wang also specially designated several reliable grandmothers and maids to supervise Jia Baoyu's daily behavior and ensure that he would not come into contact with anything that might have a bad effect on him.
At the same time, Mrs. Wang also began to pay attention to Jia Baoyu's social circle. She strictly restricted his interactions with people outside the Grand View Garden, and even strictly screened his friends in the park. She would often ask about Jia Baoyu's friends and remind him to stay away from those who misbehaved.
Under the strict management of Madame Wang, Jia Baoyu's life was tightly controlled. Every time he goes out, he must be approved by Mrs. Wang in advance, and he must be accompanied by someone for every activity. Madame Wang even regularly checks his letters and belongings to make sure there are no inappropriate contents.
Although this strict management method was motivated by Mrs. Wang's concern and concern for Jia Baoyu's future, it also limited his personal development and freedom. Jia Baoyu's upbringing environment became increasingly closed, and his life was confined to a small circle.
Although Mrs. Wang's approach seemed necessary in the social environment of the time, this overly strict control also reflected the helplessness of mothers at that time. In a hierarchical and strictly regulated society, mothers often have to protect their sons from bad influences through strict control, hoping that they will have a better future.
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