In the early spring of 1974, in an ordinary courtyard in Beijing, an old man with white hair was sitting in a daze in the courtyard. He is Tang Shengming, who has just been released, a big man who once dominated the world. But at this moment, his eyes were empty, and there was only endless sadness and anger left in his heart. What happened to make this former merry boy look like this?
【The Beauty of the Republic of China and the Merry Son】
If you want to say that this Tang Shengming, it is a master with a background. His brother Tang Shengzhi is a big member of the Hunan side, and he himself is a great character. However, before meeting Xu Lai, Tang Shengming can be described as a typical representative of swingers. Eat, drink and have fun all day long, spend all day drinking, and look like a gentleman.
But who would have thought that such a son-in-law would be subdued by a female star. This female star is the famous Xu Lai, who was a well-known figure in Shanghai back then. Not to mention her beauty, her acting skills are also first-class, and she is known as the "Oriental Standard Beauty".
In 1935, Xu Lai and Tang Shengming met. It's also a coincidence that Xu Lai had just experienced a failed marriage at that time, and he happened to meet Tang Shengming, who was in his prime. The two fell in love at first sight and soon fell in love.
【Gone with the Wind's Choice】
However, the good times were short-lived. In 1937, the Japanese came to war, and the whole of China was plunged into war. At this time, Tang Shengming received a difficult task: to infiltrate Wang's puppet regime under a pseudonym and become an undercover agent.
That's a big risk! If it is discovered by the Japanese, it will be a matter of losing the head. But Tang Shengming accepted it without hesitation. After Xu Lai found out, she didn't say anything, just silently supported her husband. She knew in her heart that this was a great matter of serving the country.
And just like that, the couple began their two-sided life. During the day, they roam the high society of Shanghai Tang with ease, and they exchange glasses with those traitors. In the evening, Tang Shengming quietly passed information to the Nationalist Government.
Xu came to help a lot in the process. With her charm and acting skills, she successfully covered for her husband and made those Japan and traitors have no doubt. It can be said that without Xu Lai's help, Tang Shengming's task could not be completed at all.
【Twist of Fate】
After the victory of the Anti-Japanese War, Tang Shengming and his wife finally breathed a sigh of relief. However, not long after the good days, another storm came. In 1949, when the People's Republic of China was founded, Tang Shengming and Xu Lai faced a new choice.
This time, Tang Shengming chose to stay in the mainland. He felt that New China needed experienced talents like him. Xu Lai didn't say a word and followed her husband firmly. In this way, the couple started a new life again.
Tang Shengming held a number of important positions in New China and made contributions to national construction. Xu Lai quit the showbiz and became a virtuous helper with peace of mind. The life of the two seems to be peaceful and happy.
【Final Parting】
However, the good times were short-lived. In 1967, the Cultural Revolution broke out, and Tang Shengming and Xu Lai were both imprisoned. This couple, who shared hardships and tribulations, suffered such misfortune in their later years.
What's even more poignant is that in 1973, Xu Lai died of illness in prison. She walked quietly, and she didn't even see her beloved husband for the last time. It wasn't until Tang Shengming was released from prison the next year that he learned the bad news.
Tang Shengming and Xu Lai are not only a love that spans the ages, but also a magnificent life course. They have experienced war, peace, construction, and turmoil, and have witnessed the most drastic changes in China's modern history.
In the process, they always support each other and face the test of fate together. Even in the most difficult moments, the two did not give up their love and trust for each other.
This story shows us how powerful love and faith can be in turbulent times. At the same time, it also shows us that the fate of each individual is closely linked to the fate of the country.
Today, when we look back on Tang Shengming and Xu Lai, we may feel the impermanence of fate. But more importantly, we should cherish the current era of peace, cherish the people around us, and face every challenge in life with love and courage.