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In ancient times, when couples were sleeping, why did they have to let the maid stay by their side, didn't they feel embarrassed?
In ancient China, the capital was prosperous like a dream, and the lights were brilliant. Behind this prosperity, there is an unknown custom: in the bedroom of a rich and noble family, whenever night falls and the husband and wife go to bed, there will always be a maid quietly guarding the bedside. This phenomenon has puzzled modern people and even questioned the embarrassment. But behind this, there are hidden stories that few people know.
Li Xuan and Wang Wan'er are a high-profile couple in the capital. Li Xuan is the son of an important minister of the imperial court, handsome and chic; Wang Wan'er is the daughter of a scholarly family, beautiful and intelligent. Their combination seems to be a match made in heaven, which makes countless people envious. However, behind this glamour, they are also faced with the puzzling custom of sleeping with a maid by the side.
At first, Li Xuan and Wang Wan'er felt very uncomfortable about this. They tried to ask the elders of the family why, but the answer was always vague, saying only that it was a rule handed down from their ancestors and that they had to be followed. They also tried to resist, but in this era of strict hierarchy and strict etiquette, their resistance seemed so weak.
As time passed, they gradually discovered that the existence of the maid Xiaocui was not completely meaningless. On a stormy night, Wang Wan'er suddenly developed a high fever. Li Xuan panicked, but Xiao Cui calmly brought him hot water and medicine. In front of Wang Wan'er's sickbed, Xiaocui stayed awake all night and took care of her carefully until Wang Wan'er's condition improved. At that moment, Li Xuan and Wang Wan'er deeply felt the importance and necessity of the maid.
However, this does not completely eliminate the embarrassment and doubts in their hearts. Until one day, they unexpectedly heard a legend about the maid's vigil.
Legend has it that in ancient times, there was a powerful minister who married his daughter to the prince in order to appease the emperor. However, the princess had an affair with one of the palace guards. In order to avoid being discovered, they always meet secretly in the dead of night. However, paper can't contain the fire after all, and their affair is finally discovered. Enraged, the emperor had the guard executed and put the princess under house arrest.
In order to prevent similar scandals from happening again, the emperor ordered that all wealthy families must have maids in their bedrooms when the husband and wife were bed. In this way, it is possible not only to monitor the behavior of couples, but also to respond to unexpected situations in a timely manner. This rule has been passed down in this way and has become a special phenomenon in ancient society.
After hearing this legend, Li Xuan and Wang Wan'er finally understood the real reason for the maid's vigil. Although they still feel a little embarrassed, they also understand the deep meaning behind this rule. They begin to re-examine their attitude towards the maid and try to build a more harmonious relationship with the maid.
As time passed, Li Xuan and Wang Wan'er gradually discovered that the maid Xiaocui was not only a hard-working and kind girl, but also a smart and clever assistant. She is always there to lend a helping hand to them when they need it. In the company of the maids, their lives became more colorful.
However, this custom also caused some trouble for them. Whenever a friend comes to visit, when he sees the maid standing aside, he will always cast strange eyes and asks. They had to explain the origin and meaning of the custom over and over again, and even had to face some unwarranted speculation and discussion. They were exhausted, but they also understood that it was something that could not be avoided.
In this process, Li Xuan and Wang Wan'er gradually realized some of the true meaning of life. They understand that each era has its own unique cultural background and social institutions, and these institutions and cultures often influence people's lifestyles and values. They learn to respect and understand different customs and cultures and try to draw beneficial elements from them to enrich their lives.
At the same time, they are aware of the need to pay attention to the feelings and needs of the individual while observing traditional customs. They began to try to establish a more equal and respectful relationship with the maid, so that the maid could feel their worth and dignity. These efforts have made their relationship with the maid more harmonious.
In the end, when Li Xuan and Wang Wan'er looked back on the past, they couldn't help but feel emotional. They had once been confused and upset by that embarrassing custom, but now they were able to draw wisdom and strength from it. They learned that no matter how times change, we should respect and understand different cultures and customs, while also paying attention to individual feelings and needs. Only in this way can we find our place and value in this world.
So, readers, what do you think of the ancient custom of keeping the maid aside while the husband and wife slept? Do you feel embarrassed too? Or have you had similar experiences and feelings? Feel free to leave a message in the comment section to share your views and stories. Let's explore this interesting and meaningful topic!