In people's impression, the image of Ci 'an seems dispensable, and her existence seems to be a mistake. Her curtain is more like a prop of Cixi, and at most it is a sympathetic and pitying figure. Actually, this is a fatal misunderstanding. She was a real person with great wisdom, but unfortunately, she died suddenly in her prime. If Ci 'an hadn't died young, maybe the history of China in the late Qing Dynasty would be another face.
The prime minister's harem is very popular.
Niu Zhelu is from Huangqi, Manchuria. She/Kloc-became a concubine when she entered the palace at the age of 0/6, and then ascended the queen's throne at a rocket speed in more than four months, which was very rare in the whole Qing Dynasty. This also proves Cian's outstanding beauty, temperament, cultivation and personality from one side. Since then, Ci 'an has started his career as a prime minister's harem and his mother's clerical career. There are many senior women in the harem, and it is difficult to manage this group. If there is no wind, the waves will be three feet, and the flat land will be full of waves. There are countless deposed queens in history, and few of them started from scratch and ended from scratch, but Qian Lu laughed at the end.
Emperor Xianfeng is unruly and charming, and it is almost impossible to have a crush on any woman, even the highly skilled Cixi. Except for Queen Cian, she was spoiled by Dou Rong until the death of Emperor Xianfeng. Obviously, he has a bad heart. Historically, she has always been regarded as "simple and noble". I'm afraid this evaluation has an answer. As the Lord of the harem, I have great power and responsibility to manage the royal backyard. In order to let the women of these emperors "live and work in peace and contentment", they can't ascend to heaven even if they fight with each other; Even "swords and shadows" can't be full of smoke; You can't have earthquakes all day, and you will never be at peace. This requires the queen to have super management level and effective ability to deal with the complex relationship with concubines, husbands and emperors. These are not enough. She must be an example to all the wives and concubines in the world. At that time, women's morality, women's discourse, women's advantages, especially women's morality were emphasized. In short, to be a virtuous woman, the emperor's woman is superior to ordinary women, and the queen should especially add the word "Geng" to persuade her to set an example for the world. Cian is obviously excellent, and "truthfulness" means "affirmation" and "fixation". Strong-willed, stick to the right path, be loyal and work hard. "Fairy" means elegance, beauty and tranquility. No ambition, no jealousy, do what you should do and don't cross the line. Who wouldn't accept this image? Who wouldn't like it? Therefore, she was widely respected, including the emperor.
Emperor Xianfeng, in order to avoid the fierce attack of the British and French invaders, fled to the Jehol Summer Resort with great anxiety and could not be sent away. He often takes it out on eunuchs, maids and others around him. On the one hand, Cian understands and cares about her husband's inner pain and comforts and relaxes her with gentle feelings from time to time. On the other hand, these innocent slaves were politely comforted in various ways. "The concubines are responsible, and they are all mediated by Zhonggong, showing kindness as much as possible." Emperor Xianfeng saw that the rivers and mountains were destroyed, but he could not change some of them. In desperation, he can only muddle along and entertain himself. He personally wrote the words "having fun with others" and let people hang them in the bedroom. Ministers and concubines all know that this is not the case, but they are in a hurry and no one dares to make trouble for themselves. Only Ci 'an listened to my words and persuaded me to order deletion. The queen's suggestion made the emperor calm down slowly.
Although Emperor Xianfeng is young, he is so scheming that it is hard to see a thing or two. When Jehol died of illness, the only thing to do was to call Empress Ci 'an to her side and give her supreme power to deal with anyone, especially Empress Dowager Cixi, who might "illegally rely on her own children". And gave the queen a "royal reward" seal, in addition, gave the eldest son Zai Chun a "fellow" seal. Any decree promulgated by the Eight Commandments Minister must be stamped with the seal of "Royal Award" and "Fellowship" before it can take effect. The trust and intimacy between the emperor and the queen can be seen.
Cian really deserves this trust. All the questions she raised are important issues related to the future of the country. According to "The Hajj Queen" in "Mandarin North City", "Can the imperial court Nakata rely on it?" The emperor led the great cause, and there is the word "Wen Xiang" in the book. Later, he said, "Big Brother is young and generous. Did encore have a trustee when he was a canon? " The emperor closed his eyes and thought for a long time. Xu was surprised and said, "You can do it." Work is badly needed. When Valen was released to Xinjiang, he was the deputy minister of the Yeerqiang nationality. The emperor collapsed, and now he is urgently recalled to Beijing and ordered to read my palace. Wen Xiang flies the plane, and Mia depends on it. Mu Zong was respected after he acceded to the throne. He was named after Dong Taihou. Dear biological mother is Empress Dowager Cixi, named after Empress Dowager Cixi. Cian is clever, Cixi police are witty, and the two palaces are one. Wen Xiang quoted Tang Jie as saying that he married Prince Gongyi. Therefore, there were some shortcomings in the early years of Tongzhi. After the fall of Ci 'an, he became a priest a few years ago and began gardening two years later. "Relative minister, the prince's teacher, is the cornerstone of the political situation. Cian's words mean grasping the core and key points. His political mind and strategy are outstanding.
Elephants have invisible tassels in their hands.
After the death of Emperor Xianfeng, the existing political structure was broken. Originally, I wanted to use the political status of Empress Dowager Cixi and the emperor to reach a balance with the eight ministers of Gu Ming, but the political situation failed to be realized, which led to a "friendship coup". First of all, due to the professional knowledge and arrogance of the eight ministers, the decree did not discuss with the Miyagi Empress at all, and even refused to abide by the imperial edict that the Miyagi Empress needed to seal. They think that women can only manage harem affairs well, and women's intervention is against patriarchal clan system. What's more, they dared to yell at the young emperor, which undoubtedly aroused the extreme dissatisfaction of Empress Miyagi, especially Empress Cixi, and soon formed two sharply opposed political groups.
Cian is a quiet man who is not interested in power and politics. However, the precipitous and urgent reality forced her to stand aside, because her legal status in the palace for many years was hard for anyone to shake, and her great influence was unmatched by anyone. She is a heavyweight, and whoever joins will get an absolute advantage. So, she chose the emperor, Cixi and Yi. Gu Ming, the minister headed by Zai Yuan, Duan Hua and Su Shun, disappeared, which opened the curtain of the Imperial Palace.
Cixi is talented and has a strong political desire. Although she was not very good at first, she soon got into the role. Cian was withdrawn and didn't like government affairs, so she asked Cixi to do it. She is very happy and comfortable. However, this does not mean that Cixi can do whatever she wants. Cian has the final say in any major political affairs, because although she is also the Empress Dowager, Cian is the leader and she dare not overstep it. Empress Dowager Cixi is not afraid of modesty or disrespect. Therefore, in the period of linkage between the two palaces, this policy is still relatively wise. Cian transcends virtue and has great prestige and unparalleled cohesion and appeal. Empress dowager cixi is superior, and all government affairs can be easily handled. They have their own advantages, complement each other and cooperate with each other.
Eunuch An Dehai is a close friend of Cixi, smart and capable. According to historical records, he can read and write The Analects of Confucius and Mencius. But he is not bookish at all, but versatile and clever. His specialty and housekeeping skill is to read his handwriting, guess, try and kiss up without leaving a trace. Loyal to his master, he made great contributions to the success of the coup, cut the gordian knot, and annihilated Su Shun Group in one fell swoop. His gentle and charming kung fu is the best in the world, and Cixi loves it. An Dehai says whatever Cixi likes to hear. Cixi will do whatever she wants and even please her master at all costs. Cixi likes watching operas, and An Dehai built a big theater in Xiyuan. When the drama addiction breaks out, she can immediately open the stage. Sometimes Cixi, who is in a good mood, will put on costumes and go on stage with black powder. An Dehai lost no time in praising: "The Queen Mother is like Chang 'e in the Moon Palace. She is really a fairy! Whenever An Dehai saw Cixi sitting quietly, she would obsequiously say, "The Queen Mother is really Guanyin in the South China Sea." She has unlimited advantages and advantages! No matter what Cixi thinks, she will laugh when she dies. An Dehai became a few people around him. Everyone knows this from top to bottom, and it should be afraid of him and the emperor.
With Cixi as the backer, An Dehai can be said to be ambitious. In the winter of the same year, a banquet was held to formally marry the beautiful Marseille Huiban flower. For these, Empress Cian turned a blind eye and never showed any signs. As always, the Lord is as big as the slave. However, An Dehai misunderstood the patience and determination of Empress Cian.
In August of the eighth year of Tongzhi, he took this opportunity to buy dragon clothes in Jiangnan to show off. Along the way, he raised a flag, which was very powerful. Along the way, he asked for materials and even called to train local officials. Cixi thinks she has a strong backing and ignores Wen, especially forgetting the iron law that "eunuchs are not allowed to leave the palace". Then, Shandong Governor Ding Baozhen appeared. Although Cixi wanted to protect her, Ci 'an "ordered a doctor". Hands up, everybody clap. Empress Dowager Cixi, no matter how bitter she is, can't openly confront the righteous Lord, let alone Huang Huang's ancestral teachings. You don't care about those little things, but the principle will never be put down. This is Cian.
Xue Fucheng was appointed as the ambassador to Britain during Guangxu period, and later served as an imperial envoy to Guanglu Temple, Taichang Temple, Dali Temple and Zuo Fu. "Yong Notes" records: "He Guiqing, governor of the two rivers, was trapped in the city and fled to a cold place. He sent his extravagant victory to prison and rewarded Zeng Guofan, Zuo and Li Hongzhang. The General History of Qing Dynasty published by 19 14 records: "At the beginning of the reform at the end of the Yuan Dynasty, all the sages were known as the governors of the two rivers. I think Zheng Wen met him and worked hard for his country. The words used in the East Palace come from military and political affairs, governing the country, jealousy, rewards and punishments, etc. Without consulting with Zheng Wen. So there was a saying at that time: "Everyone in the world should pay tribute to those who occasionally come to the East Palace, because the East Palace is very important for military and employment."
Join hands with Cixi, rely heavily on sages such as Yi and Wu Ren, and appoint outstanding Han generals such as Zeng Guofan, Zuo and Li Hongzhang. Their introversion and extroversion and clear governance made the "Zhongxing image" appear in the Tongzhi period.
If you are smart, you will have foresight.
Listening to politics is not the normal state of court politics. On the contrary, it is only an emergency under special circumstances and an expedient measure based on long-term interests. In this regard, there will be many ministers full of holy books who are dissatisfied with this. Therefore, it is particularly important to maintain internal unity and not make major administrative mistakes. Cian, 26, is clearly aware of this.
According to the court rules, the queen is her right. Her son is the most qualified to be Chu Jun, while other concubines are ordinary, and their status is far from that of the queen. There can be many concubines and only one queen. When the queen has no children, the son chosen by other concubines as the prince must be adopted by the queen and become the son of the queen. The prince will be taken away, carried away, caressed and raised by the queen, but the biological mother has no right to maintain it, or even take a casual look.
But two women were hanged and the emperor was still young. This is in a special period. If we follow the old rules of the past, we will have shortcomings. Cian did it. She ordered the doors of other palaces to be closed. Her biological mother Cixi and her biological mother lived in hall of mental cultivation, and * * * raised the 6-year-old Tongzhi Emperor. Of course, this broke the rules of the court and the exclusive custody of individuals was also divided. Emotional cultivation with the emperor also increases the difficulty coefficient and uncertainty, which is obviously unfavorable to her, but beneficial to the overall situation. Cixi was both happy and surprised at what Qian Lu had done, which was a special favor. Aren't you afraid of your own mother and son getting along with you day and night? Look at what Cian said! "My two widows fondled an orphan. If unfortunate traitors seize the opportunity to make artificial language, then the world will disappear. Now, I live in a place where we meet day and night and show each other. Why be happy? " At this point, we can see Cian's vision, mind, tolerance and overall situation. Later, facts proved Cian's foresight.
Hu Sijing, a scholar and official minister in Guangxu period, wrote in the book "China Literature Becomes North": "After Mu Zong got married, it became an eternal mystery to live in different palaces. During the Reform Movement of 1898, Cixi lived in the Summer Palace, and mother and son rarely met. The Kang Party has made progress in evil. Cian's vision is out of reach. " Hu Sijing believes that when the emperor grew up, he married and lived alone, and the two palaces separated. Cian's sudden death in his forties caused great confusion and dealt a heavy blow to the image of the imperial court. Later, the Reform Movement of 1898 was also because Guangxu and Cixi lived in different places, and communication became scarce. This led to the growing resentment and distrust between the emperor and the emperor, which finally led to a bloody case. Cian, a young man, could see this step a long time ago. He has profound political vision and foresight.
Cian is very modest to Cixi, but this is not to shirk the responsibility of raising and treating the little emperor, but to care, love and cherish Cixi like her own mother, and to be more dedicated and kind than her own mother. Therefore, Tongzhi is more respectful, closer, more natural and freer to Qian Lu, more like a mother and son. Cian and Cixi have differences on the important issue of choosing the emperor to govern the country. Ann took a fancy to Arut's daughter Chongqi, who is quiet, intelligent and virtuous. Cixi took a fancy to Fu Cha's daughter Feng Xiu. She is young, handsome and elegant in Fujian. Cian disagreed in principle, but it did not exercise its veto power and decision-making power at will. Instead, she gave power to the Tongzhi emperor and let him choose for himself. As a result, Emperor Tongzhi and Qian Lu agreed. If Tongzhi had not died young, the history of the Qing Dynasty would have to be rewritten.
People agree that the queen is more important than virtue. The queen's position is very important, which is related to the image, gain and loss, rise and fall of the whole government. There are many positive and negative experiences and lessons in past dynasties. Cian is fighting here. Empress Dowager Cixi also took a fancy to this point, so she did not compromise. Cian gave the right of choice and judgment to the emperor himself. On the one hand, it can avoid the separation of the two palaces; On the other hand, it also embodies fairness and convinces Cixi and the foreign minister. On the other hand, I have confidence in the Tongzhi Emperor. As a result, Cixi gave up. This incident once again proved Ci 'an's lofty position in the eyes of the emperor and his incomparable influence on the important policies of the imperial court.
The sudden death of Ci 'an had a fatal impact on the Qing Dynasty. Since then, Cixi has dominated the world, self-respecting, self-loving, chaotic, reckless, powerful, powerful and dying, one day earlier and one day later. Ci 'an is such a smart person, because he likes sound, elephants can't see him, he is smart, clumsy and eloquent.