In the classic Chinese masterpiece "Water Margin", Liang Shanbo's power struggle has always been the focus of readers' attention. According to the description of the original book, it seems that Liang Shanbo's top spot should have belonged to Lin Chong, not Song Jiang. Chao Gai left a last word on his deathbed, hinting that he wanted to return the throne to Lin Chong, because Lu Junyi and Guan Sheng had not yet joined Liangshanbo, and Lin Chong was the most capable hero in Liangshanbo.
However, by delving into the details of The Water Margin, historians have revealed how Song Jiang skillfully used Chao Gai's last words, as well as his personal promises, to cement his position in Liangshanpo. When Liangshanbo fought Zengtou City, Lu Junyi captured Shi Wengong, and according to Chao Gai's last words, Lu Junyi should have become the lord of Liangshanbo. However, Song Jiang ranked Lu Junyi's status behind himself on the grounds of "consultation", which eventually led to power disputes within Liangshanbo.
In the contest between Song Jiang and Lu Junyi, Yan Qing's archery skills played a key role. In the Battle of Dongchang Mansion, Yan Qing shot Shi Wengong's horse's hooves with an arrow and saved Hao Siwen from Jing Muqian, an act that not only demonstrated Yan Qing's superb archery skills, but also hinted at the strength of Lu Junyi and Yan Qing. Song Jiang turned a blind eye to this act, but placed Lu Junyi and Wu Yong on either side of him, further consolidating his leadership position.
In this way, Song Jiang firmly held the leadership of Liang Shanbo in his own hands, and even did not hesitate to sacrifice the lives of Liang Shanbo's brothers in exchange for his official position. This behavior not only led to internal contradictions in Liangshanbo, but also made the fate of the Liangshanbo brothers even more tragic.
If Lu Junyi can "deservedly" sit on the top spot of Liangshanbo, the history of Liangshanbo may be completely different. However, historians believe that the power struggle between Lu Junyi and Song Jiang could lead to a second fight with Liangshanbo, and may even lead to the fall of Liangshanbo.