Lin Ruhai, the Tanhualang and Salt Patrol Imperial History in "A Dream of Red Mansions", with his unique identity and insight, faced with the placement of his daughter Lin Daiyu after the death of his wife Jia Min, he made a decision that seemed to go against common sense but was deeply wise - to send Lin Daiyu to Beijing to join Jia's mother. Although Lin Ruhai had enough reasons to keep his daughter by his side, and his family's prestige and status had surpassed the declining Jia family, he finally chose to send Lin Daiyu to the capital. Behind this move, Lin Ruhai's far-reaching layout and complex emotions about her daughter's future fate are hidden.
As a high-ranking official in feudal society, Lin Ruhai is well versed in the operation of power. He knows very well that although the Jia family has declined, as one of the four major families, it still has a deep family heritage and a wide social network. Sending Lin Daiyu to Jiafu is actually paving a potential political marriage for her daughter. Lin Ruhai may have foreseen the possible emotional entanglement between Jia Baoyu and Lin Daiyu, and the combination of this golden boy and girl can undoubtedly consolidate the relationship between the two families and add a guarantee for the long-term development of the Lin family in officialdom. Lin Ruhai's move not only reflects his keen insight into the interests of the family, but also shows his long-term plan for his daughter's marriage.
As the political and cultural center of the country, Beijing has the best quality educational resources and a broad stage for life. Lin Ruhai knows that allowing Lin Daiyu to receive education in Jiafu will not only allow her to get in touch with a higher level of cultural edification, but also have the opportunity to interact with all kinds of people and increase her knowledge, which is very important for cultivating Lin Daiyu's talent and temperament. In addition, the complexity of life in the capital will also become an important experience for Lin Daiyu in her growth process, which will help her sharpen her mind in a deceitful environment, and prepare her for the rise and fall of her family and the changes in her personal destiny that she may face in the future.
Lin Ruhai sent Lin Daiyu to Beijing, which seems ruthless on the surface, but in fact contains a deep sense of fatherly love and responsibility. He knew that as an important member of the imperial court, he was busy with official duties and could not give his daughter meticulous care. As Lin Daiyu's maternal grandmother, Jia's mother has always loved her grandchildren, and Lin Ruhai believes that Jia's mother can give Lin Daiyu the missing family care. At the same time, he knew that his physical condition was worrying, and he arranged a stable home for his daughter in advance, which was also out of deep anxiety and precautions for his daughter's future life. Despite his reluctance, he resolutely made this decision, reflecting the selflessness and rationality of a father when faced with the choice between his personal feelings and the long-term well-being of his children.
Lin Ruhai became seriously ill shortly after sending Lin Daiyu to Beijing, which may not be accidental. He may have sensed the deterioration of his health and had a premonition that his life was coming to an end. In this case, he was more desperate to find a reliable shelter for Lin Daiyu during his lifetime. Jia Mansion, especially the existence of Jia Mu, is undoubtedly the best choice. Lin Ruhai's move is not only a pre-arrangement for his daughter's future life, but also a proper handling of what happened after his death, reflecting his calmness in the face of life and death and his endless concern for his daughter.
Lin Ruhai's sending Lin Daiyu to Beijing was not simply in accordance with Jia's mother's invitation, but based on a comprehensive consideration of various factors such as family marriage, educational resources, fatherly responsibility, and a premonition of his own life. This decision not only reflects Lin Ruhai's foresight as a feudal scholar, but also reveals his complex mentality of choosing between personal emotions and family interests. Lin Daiyu's entry into Beijing is actually a life path that Lin Ruhai has carefully laid for her daughter that is both challenging and full of opportunities.