In the long history of the Ming Dynasty, there is a little-known secret, hidden in the depths of the court. This secret reveals the fate of a prince whose life was full of hardships and injustices, but which was ultimately remembered by posterity. This story starts with the minister Yu Shenxing.
Yu Shenxing heard a rumor in the palace about the story between Zhu Jianshen, the emperor of Chenghua, and a palace maid named Ji. Ji was originally a commoner woman, but she was charged into the court during the war and became the emperor's court maid. She gave birth to a son with the emperor named Zhu Youji. However, the existence of this child has aroused the jealousy of Concubine Wan.
Wan Guifei was the favorite concubine of Emperor Chenghua, and she was worried that Zhu Youji's existence would threaten her status. So, she began to try to eliminate the threat. She sent people to imprison Ji and Zhu Youji's mother and son, cutting them off from the outside world. In the process, some kind-hearted workers risked their lives to secretly help them and bring them food and clothing.
Despite the difficult situation, Ji and Zhu never gave up hope. They believed that one day, the emperor would find out the truth and give them justice. However, Emperor Chenghua was unable to solve this mystery in the end, and what happened to Ji and Zhu Youzhu did not change.
Until Emperor Chenghua died, Zhu Youzhu succeeded to the throne and became Emperor Xiaozong. Xiaozong was a benevolent and benevolent monarch, and when he learned of his brother's plight, he immediately ordered the release of Zhu Youji and Ji, and took them to the palace, where they were given the respect and status they deserved.
However, fate played a cruel joke with Zhu Youji. Emperor Xiaozong did not reign long before he died. Zhu Youzhu succeeded to the throne and became Emperor Wuzong. Wuzong was a brutal and murderous monarch who slaughtered ministers and civilians in a frenzy, not even sparing his own brothers. Although Zhu Youzhu was an emperor, his life was full of fear and pain.
Despite this, Zhu Youji has always maintained a kind and grateful heart. He did not forget those who had helped him in his predicament, and he did everything in his power to repay them by giving them knighthoods. Nor did he become a tyrant, but worked hard for the welfare of the people, reducing taxes, and building water conservancy.
Zhu Youji's life is a tragedy. He was born in the palace but was treated inhumanely, he became emperor but lived in fear, he had supreme power but could not change his fate. However, his kindness and integrity remain in people's memories forever.
Yu Shenxing recorded this secret story after Zhu Youji's death. He hoped that future generations would be able to understand the emperor's true experience and understand the suffering and injustice he suffered.
With the passage of time, the story of Zhu Youji was gradually forgotten. However, among the people, there is another version of the story. In this version, Zhu Youji is portrayed as a divine monarch whose life is full of magic and legend. It is believed that he possesses extraordinary wisdom and strength to communicate with heaven and earth and bring happiness.
Gradually, Zhu Youzhu became a god of folk beliefs. People prayed in his temple and asked for his protection. They believed that Zhu Youji's spirit in heaven would bless them and bring them good luck and happiness.
This story reflects a sad reality. Those who suffered a lot while they were alive are often deified after death and become idols in people's hearts. Their sufferings are forgotten, their misfortunes are glorified, and they become a symbol, a legend.
However, we should not forget Zhu Youji's real experience. His life is a story of humanity, power and destiny. It tells us that even if you are born a prince, you can't escape the tricks of fate; Even if you have supreme power, you can't control your own life.
At the same time, this story also teaches us that kindness and integrity are the most precious qualities of a person. No matter how difficult the situation is, no matter how unfair the fate, as long as we have a kind heart and adhere to the right principles, we can light a bright light in the darkness and illuminate our own lives.