During the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, there was a man named Liu Fenghe, whose story was full of twists and turns and miracles. Born in an inconspicuous small village in Jiangxi, Liu Fenghe has shown extraordinary talent since childhood.
However, fate doesn't always seem to smile at the talented. An accident not only left a permanent scar on his face, but also cast a shadow over his future. In that era of great importance on appearance, his appearance became a major stumbling block on his way to success.
But he did not give in, but persevered in the pursuit of learning, trying to change his destiny with his talent. However, as he neared the pinnacle of success, a series of challenges and difficulties followed.
Will Liu Fenghe be able to break through these obstacles and realize his dreams? Will his talent and tenacity allow him to gain a foothold in the turbulent officialdom?
Liu Fenghe: A student of the wind and rain
During the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, in a small village in Jiangxi, there lived a young man named Liu Fenghe. His background is not prominent, his father is an ordinary teacher, and his family is poor but a scholarly family.
Since childhood, Liu Fenghe has studied the subset of scriptures and history under the strict guidance of his father, and gradually revealed his extraordinary talent. But life wasn't always easy, and his mother died of illness when he was four years old, leaving him and his elderly father to live on.
"Feng He, remember, no matter what, you have to study hard. This is what his mother repeatedly said to him before his death, and it has become his life's creed. In a difficult environment, books have become Liu Fenghe's friends and comfort. He put all his energy into studying, eager to one day be able to be named on the gold list and change the fate of himself and his family.
However, fate always seems to love to play jokes with him. Once, the archery competition held in the village was originally a joyous event. Liu Fenghe also participated, his archery skills were not bad, and he even performed well in the competition.
But just as he was tracking down a flying arrow, an unfortunate accident happened - the arrow suddenly changed direction and stabbed him in the eye. At this moment, the whole village fell silent, and all laughter came to an abrupt end. Since then, he has become a "one-eyed dragon" in the eyes of the world.
The scar not only changed his appearance, but also took a heavy toll on his psyche. But Liu Fenghe did not give up because of this, he studied books more diligently, convinced that knowledge can change fate. He often studied hard under the lamplight late at night, and even on cold winter nights, he could see the warm light coming out of his window.
As the years passed, Liu Fenghe gradually grew up and became a talented young man. Although the people of the village often whispered about his appearance, they all had to admit that this young man had extraordinary knowledge.
Even in the face of ridicule and discrimination from others, Liu Fenghe always remained calm and polite, and never argued with others. He knew that only true talent and learning could give him a foothold in this world.
"Feng He, other people's eyes are just passing by, what can really support you to move forward is your own heart and talent. The old gentleman of the village used to say this to him.
Liu Fenghe's talent was finally discovered by Jiang Yuanyi, a teacher who came to visit friends in the village, by chance. Jiang Yuanyi had achieved excellent results in the imperial examinations, but for various reasons he was not able to rise to the top and turned to education. He praised Liu Fenghe's talent and invited him to go to Beijing to participate in the imperial examination.
So, under the encouragement and guidance of Jiang Yuanyi, Liu Fenghe began the long road of the imperial examination. He knew it wasn't just for himself, but for the sake of his mother, who had told him to "study hard", and his father, who was alone at home waiting for his gold list title. In the dead of night, he would recall his mother's gentle words and give himself endless strength.
Breaking the cocoon into a butterfly - Liu Fenghe's road to the imperial examination
Under the guidance of Jiang Yuanyi, Liu Fenghe went all the way to Beijing to participate in the imperial examination. It was an important turning point in his life. Beijing City, for Liu Fenghe, is a place full of opportunities and challenges. Although his appearance seems out of place in the eyes of everyone, his talent and knowledge are a light that cannot be ignored.
In the exam, Liu Fenghe showed extraordinary literary brilliance. His articles are not only profound, but also well-written and full of unique insights. However, fate always seems to like to strike him when he is about to succeed. During the final interview session, one of the examiners saw his eyes with a noticeably cold expression on his face.
"Your writing is excellent, but such a look ......" the examiner did not finish, but the self-evident disappointment was already obvious.
In the face of such prejudice, Liu Fenghe did not flinch, but replied more firmly: "Learning is not in the face, but in the heart." I only want to serve the court with real talent and learning. ”
His answer won the approval of some examiners, but some still had reservations about him. At the moment when the results were revealed, Liu Fenghe's name did not appear on the and first list. At this moment, his heart was like a knife, but he did not give up hope.
Liu Fenghe decided to take the exam again. Over the next few years, he taught at a small academy on the edge of the capital while studying hard to prepare for the imperial examination again. During this time, he met many like-minded friends who deeply admired Liu Fenghe's talent and tenacity.
Finally, in the third imperial examination, Liu Fenghe won the title of lifting people with outstanding results. At this moment, he finally felt unprecedented joy. He knows that this is not only an affirmation of his own efforts, but also a kind of reward for all those who do not judge people by their appearance.
In the years that followed, Liu Fenghe continued his academic journey. His articles began to attract attention in the academic circles, and some people even came to Beijing to seek advice from him. Although his appearance is still the focus of some people's discussions, his talent and knowledge have convinced more and more people.
Just when Liu Fenghe's academic career was about to reach its peak, he accepted the challenge again and participated in the palace examination presided over by the emperor himself. This was the greatest test of his talent and the most important moment of his life.
At the scene of the palace examination, Liu Fenghe calmly took the examination, and his article was deeply appreciated by Emperor Qianlong. However, when Emperor Qianlong personally summoned him, seeing his face, the emperor's face showed a hint of surprise.
In order to avoid being misunderstood by the world as an emperor who only judges people by his appearance, Qianlong decided to give Liu Fenghe a fair chance to test.
Before the test began, Qianlong said to Liu Fenghe: "I will never despise a truly talented person. But if you don't have talent, you can't blame me for merit-based admission. In this sentence, Qianlong's intentions are far-reaching, and he wants to see if Liu Fenghe can understand the hint - only real talent can make up for the defects in appearance.
Liu Fenghe understood Qianlong's meaning, and he knew that he had to show extraordinary talent in order to stand out in this test. So, he replied firmly: "Yes." ”
In order to test Liu Fenghe, Qianlong gave a couplet: "It is difficult for one-eyed to be on the dragon and tiger list." This is a direct reference to Liu Fenghe's appearance, and it is also a test of his talent.
After Liu Fenghe heard this, his face did not change and his heart did not beat. He knew that this was an opportunity to show his wisdom and courage. So, he calmly replied: "The half moon is still shining." This is not only a clever match, but also reflects his acceptance and confidence in his physical defects.
When Qianlong heard this, he immediately rejoiced. Liu Fenghe's answer not only shows his talent, but also shows his strong psychological quality. Qianlong believed that such a talented and psychologically strong official deserved a high position even if his appearance was defective.
So, Qianlong announced loudly: "Liu Fenghe has learned from others and appreciates the position of Hualang." The officials present were all amazed by Liu Fenghe's wisdom and courage. At this moment, Liu Fenghe not only won Qianlong's appreciation, but also won everyone's respect.
Since then, his official career has begun to become smooth, and his talent and tenacity have finally been duly recognized.
Glory and challenge
Emperor Qianlong's words seemed to open a new door for Liu Fenghe. After gaining the approval of Emperor Qianlong, Liu Fenghe's official career became smoother. His appointment as the editor of the Hanlin Academy was not only an affirmation of his knowledge, but also a great honor in his life. In the Hanlin Academy, Liu Fenghe constantly showed his talent and ability, and his articles were selected into the daily anthology of the imperial court many times, and even received personal appreciation from the emperor.
However, behind success is always accompanied by challenges and jealousy. Liu Fenghe's outstanding talent and gradually rising status caused dissatisfaction and jealousy among some colleagues.
They talked about his appearance behind his back, and even tried to suppress him as a villain within the court. But Liu Fenghe did not waver, he always adhered to his beliefs and morals, and responded to those criticisms with practical actions.
After many years of experience in officialdom, Liu Fenghe gradually understood more ways to govern the country. Not only did he excel in literature, but he also began to delve into politics and economics.
Some of the reforms he proposed, although they were strongly opposed by conservatives at first, were eventually implemented because of his insistence and the support of the emperor. To a certain extent, these reforms promoted the stability and development of the society at that time.
Over time, Emperor Qianlong died and was succeeded by Emperor Jiaqing. Emperor Jiaqing also appreciated Liu Fenghe very much, and he promoted Liu Fenghe to a bachelor's degree and was responsible for teaching the prince.
Liu Fenghe's contribution to education made his position in the imperial court more stable. His knowledge and personality charm have deeply influenced generations of young princes.
However, the good times did not last long, and during a palace struggle, Liu Fenghe was suspected of colluding with the opposition because he was framed for colluding with the opposition. He was deprived of his position and even relegated to the frontier.
During those difficult years, Liu Fenghe experienced a great change in his life. He went from a high-ranking official in the capital to a lonely official in the frontier. But he did not sink because of this, but devoted more time to the study of knowledge.
During his career in Heilongjiang, Liu Fenghe wrote a large number of poems that lamented the times and expressed his feelings. These poems were later widely praised and became important documents for the study of the era. His poems not only reflect his personal experiences and mental journeys, but also reflect the social reality and complexity of human nature at that time.
In 1818, Emperor Jiaqing read Liu Fenghe's poems by chance and was deeply moved. He realized that he had misunderstood Liu Fenghe, so he recalled Liu Fenghe and restored him to his official position. Liu Fenghe returned to the capital again, but he is no longer the ambitious young man he was at the beginning, but an open-minded elder who has gone through ups and downs.
Until the age of sixty, Liu Fenghe voluntarily retired, and he chose to spend the rest of his life in Yangzhou. There, he continued his academic research while teaching juniors. His story has been widely circulated among the people and has become an example for future generations to follow.
Liu Fenghe's life is full of ups and downs and turns. He was not only a brilliant scholar, but also a warrior who persevered in the face of adversity and constantly pursued the truth. His story tells us that no matter how many setbacks and injustices we encounter, as long as we stick to our beliefs and use knowledge and wisdom to overcome difficulties, we will eventually be able to realize our values and ideals. Liu Fenghe, this name, has become an indelible mark in history, inspiring generations of people to pursue their dreams.
Epilogue:
Liu Fenghe's life is a legend full of suspense and twists. His story is not only about the personal struggle of perseverance and talent, but also a historical testimony to finding light in the face of adversity.
In the face of the shortcomings of appearance and social prejudice, Liu Fenghe did not choose to retreat, but used his wisdom and courage to write an extraordinary legend.
His experience has taught us that true talent and inner qualities are far more important than external appearance. Although his life journey was full of ups and downs and challenges, he always stayed true to his beliefs and kept moving towards the light. Liu Fenghe's story is the greatest encouragement to all those who are struggling in difficult situations - as long as they have a dream in their hearts, no matter what difficulties they encounter, they may illuminate the darkness and bloom their own light.