Preface
In Kangxi's later years, the situation in the Forbidden City was treacherous, and the drama of winning the heir entered a climax. Just when the crown prince Yinren was deposed for the second time, the thirteenth elder brother Yinxiang, who had always been favored, was suddenly ordered to be imprisoned by Kangxi. What is the truth behind this decision? How many people can understand Kangxi's good intentions?
Interpret Sister Qiao's disappearance
To solve this mystery, we must start with the disappearance of Sister Qiao. Sister Qiao is Yinxiang's confidant, and her sudden disappearance makes Yinxiang suspicious of the fourth Yinzhen. In Yinxiang's opinion, the whole incident is full of suspicions, and Yinzhen seems to know about it and does not report it. In order to explore the truth, Yinxiang decided to test Yinzhen.
Yinzhen's temptation
In a conversation with Yinzhen, Yinxiang deliberately mentioned the burning of the letter. This letter is evidence that Yinxiang joined forces with the crown prince, and Yinzhen had suggested that Yinxiang burn it. By observing Yinzhen's reaction, Yinxiang found that although Yinzhen was full of benevolence and righteousness on the surface, he had hidden evil intentions in his heart. He, like Lao Bayinxi, is an unscrupulous person who wants to win the heir.
Kangxi's foresight
Kangxi, as a generation of Ming monarchs, naturally knows the temperament of his sons well. He saw Yinxiang's disappointment in Yinzhen and was worried that this disappointment would affect Yinzhen's future governance. In order to prevent Yinxiang from leaving completely, Kangxi decided to imprison him. This seems to be a punishment, but it is actually Kangxi's "imperial technique".
Yinzhen's advantages
So, why did Kangxi finally choose Yinzhen as his successor? This is because in Kangxi's eyes, although Yinzhen is unscrupulous, he is considered a "big man" compared to other elder brothers. Yinzhen is diligent in government and loves the people, and cares about national affairs, which Kangxi appreciates the most. In contrast, although Lao Bayinxi also has political talents, he is too cunning to take on great responsibilities.
The wisdom of the ending
The wheels of history rolled forward, and Kangxi's decision was finally proved to be correct. After Yinzhen ascended the throne, Yinxiang really became his most trusted courtier. The two joined hands to create a prosperous era of Yongzheng. And all this is thanks to Kangxi's foresight and foresight.
summary
Through the temptation of the thirteenth to the fourth, we can see Kangxi's careful thinking on the issue of seizing the heir. He not only took into account the current power structure, but also looked at the future stability of the government. The trap of Yinxiang seems to be a punishment, but it is actually a clever move by Kangxi to train assistants for Yinzhen. This fully demonstrates Kangxi's political wisdom and foresight as a generation of Ming monarchs.