Wei Chigong's arrogance and contradictions
In the prosperous era of the Tang Dynasty, Wei Chigong was a Xianbei tribesman who was famous for his brave military exploits. Dressed in dark skin, a beard like steel needles, big eyes like copper bells, and black holes, his image is like a fierce general in comics, which is quite similar to Mang Zhang Fei in "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and Li Kui in "Water Margin".
The bond with Li Shimin
In the early years, Wei Chigong did not work for Li Shimin, but was subordinate to Liu Wuzhou. However, when Li Shimin defeated Liu Wuzhou in a battle, he chose to tolerate Wei Chigong, untie him, and give him a chance to choose. This decision won Wei Chigong's gratitude, so that he willingly served Li Shimin from then on and made immortal contributions to the Tang Dynasty.
Saving the driver many times, Wei Chigong won the trust of Li Shimin, was named the Duke of Eguo, and became one of the heroes of Lingyan Pavilion. However, despite his lofty status, Wei Chigong's heart was full of jealousy. He often accused him of people and things in the court that he didn't like him, and had conflicts with the prime minister, his uncle, and even the meritorious eldest grandson Wuji, and the first meritorious minister of Lingyan Pavilion was even intolerable in his eyes.
The dispute over the Lingyan Pavilion
Once, Li Shimin hosted a banquet for his ministers in the palace, and Wei Chigong was also invited. However, Wei Chigong's self-esteem made him unable to bear his seat, especially when he saw Li Daozong, the king of Rencheng, sitting in the top position that he thought should belong to him. In anger, he disregarded the difference between etiquette and dignity and inferiority, and directly punched Li Daozong in the face, causing Li Daozong's nosebleed.
This is not an ordinary fight between ordinary people in the market, but a shocking scene of a generation of heroes at a banquet. The banquet fell silent, and Li Shimin was furious and withdrew from the table. Wei Chigong was left behind, and Li Shimin severely reprimanded him and warned him to reflect on himself, otherwise he might not be able to escape disaster in the future. These words made Wei Chigong sober up and understand that his behavior had deviated from the demeanor of a military general.
Introspection and immortal life in later years
After experiencing a lesson, Wei Chigong gradually understood the way to advance and retreat. In his later years, he chose to think about it behind closed doors and no longer set foot in the court. This former fierce general actually lived a fairy-like life, enjoying tranquility and tranquility. He closed his doors and did not associate with outsiders, lived a life without quarrels, and was already forty in his seventies when he died of old age.
Such a life in his later years was really rare among the Zhenguan ministers at that time, especially for a veteran who had experienced the battlefield. Wei Chigong may finally understand that instead of fighting for the wind and being jealous in the court, it is better to reflect in tranquility and live a life in old age that is not disturbed. His longevity is not only about physical health, but also about inner peace, leaving behind a legendary and unique life story.
epilogue
Wei Chigong's life has been full of vicissitudes, from the brave general on the battlefield to the gaffe behavior at the banquet, to the indifference and tranquility in his later years, every stage shows his bold and contradictory side. His story tells us that although a person's life is full of ups and downs, through reflection and knowing how to advance and retreat, they can also find their own peace and stability in the years.