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preface
In the long river of history, some momentary secrets have been sealed in the dust, and some dialogues have quietly changed people's cognition. When the great General Chen Yi passed away, Marshal Ye Jianying had a profound conversation with his son, and the topic not only affected the fate of his family and country, but also stirred up mysterious waves. Zhang Qian's question afterwards seemed to add a veil of mystery to this history—what is it that is impossible to grasp? The secrets behind this conversation are worth exploring.
Sweet years for revolutionary couples
In 1940, during the war years filled with gunpowder, Chen Yi and Zhang Qian tied the knot. The revolutionary couple worked hand in hand for the birth of New China. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, Chen Yi held an important position, while Zhang Qian gave up her translation job to support her husband wholeheartedly. Every evening, they take time out to go for a walk and share their lives.
Zhang Qian has developed the habit of reporting major events at home and abroad for Chen Yi every day, and has become her husband's most intimate "staff officer". This period of mutual affection has made the relationship between the two deeper and deeper, and they have become true soul mates.
Bad news: the fragility and impermanence of life
However, happy times are always short-lived. In July 1970, Chen Yi began to experience abdominal pain, diarrhea and other symptoms. At first, the strong marshal did not care, and it was not until January 1971 that he underwent appendectomy. However, during the operation, the doctor found that Chen Yi had advanced colon cancer.
This news was like a thunderbolt from the blue, shattering Zhang Qian's peaceful life. She endured her grief and stayed by her husband's side day and night, hoping to create a miracle. However, fate is always merciless. On January 6, 1972, Chen Yi died suddenly in Beijing at the age of 71.
Grief-stricken: The torment of the grief of bereavement
The moment Chen Yi died, Zhang Qian's world seemed to collapse. She cried bitterly, unable to accept this cruel reality. The husband who used to laugh heartily and speak Sichuan accents has now left her forever.
In Chen Yi's study, Zhang Qian caressed every item her husband used before his death, and memories came flooding back. She held back her tears, knowing that she had to be strong and take care of her husband's funeral.
A touching scene at the memorial service: Chairman Mao's final farewell
On January 10, 1972, Chen Yi's memorial service was held at the Babaoshan Revolutionary Cemetery in Beijing. Chairman Mao, who originally did not plan to attend due to physical reasons, changed his mind at the last minute. When Chairman Mao appeared at the venue, everyone felt this deep comradeship.
Chairman Mao walked up to Zhang Qian, held her hand and said: "Comrade Chen Yi is gone, I am very heartbroken, if I don't come, I am afraid that I will leave regrets...... He was a good comrade. These words brought tears to Zhang Qian's eyes, and also moved everyone present.
At the memorial service, Premier Zhou Enlai personally delivered a eulogy, expressing his reluctance and respect for his old comrades-in-arms. This scene became a historical witness to Chairman Mao's last attendance at the memorial service.
The Countdown to Life: Zhang Qian's Major Decision
The blow of losing her husband made Zhang Qian's physical condition deteriorate sharply. However, she was not crushed by grief. Zhang Qian remembered one of her husband's wishes before his death: to organize his poetry works. So, she made up her mind to complete this task, which she saw as her final confession to her husband.
However, fate once again dealt Zhang Qian a heavy blow. During a routine check-up, doctors found that she had lung cancer. In the face of this bad news, Zhang Qian did not flinch, but strengthened her determination to fulfill her husband's last wish.
Race against time: The arduous process of sorting out the "Selected Poems of Chen Yi".
Despite being seriously ill, Zhang Qian still insisted on working more than ten hours a day, reading a lot of materials and sorting out Chen Yi's poems. Not only does she have to choose the right work, but she also has to examine the context and time of each poem. This work requires both professional knowledge and an in-depth understanding of Chen Yi's life.
Zhang Qian's persistence touched many people. The doctors and nurses advised her many times to pay attention to rest, but she always smiled and said: "I feel very good, not to mention that I have a terminal illness, how to complete these tasks in a limited time is my first consideration." "
Ye Jianying's care: the deep friendship of an old comrade-in-arms
During this difficult period, Marshal Ye Jianying visited Zhang Qian in the hospital many times. As Chen Yi's old comrade-in-arms, Ye Jianying knows the importance of this work to Zhang Qian. He not only gave moral support, but also helped to contact relevant experts and provide professional guidance for the compilation of the "Selected Poems of Chen Yi".
Once, Ye Jianying saw Zhang Qian's haggard face and couldn't help but persuade her to rest more. Zhang Qian said firmly: "Can't you catch that little thing?" This seemingly frivolous sentence expressed her inner anxiety and determination.
The Last Bloom of Life: The Publication of "Selected Poems of Chen Yi".
After nearly two years of hard work, Zhang Qian finally completed the compilation of "Chen Yi's Selected Poems". This collection of poems, which embodies all her efforts, contains more than 100 poems from the best of Chen Yi's life, spanning from the Red Army period to after the founding of New China.
Zhang Qian wrote an inscription poem for this poetry collection: "Strengthen the body of the sick and fight for another year." Recall Jun's daily affairs, and it will overflow between the lines. These poems not only express her hard work, but also express her deep longing for her husband.
Farewell forever: Zhang Qian's last days
At the beginning of 1974, Zhang Qian's physical condition deteriorated. She knew that her time was short, so she called her children to the hospital bed, and said earnestly: "Originally, I wanted to spend three or five years sorting out the things left by your father, but now it seems that it is not possible, I hope you can continue and help me complete this regret." "
These words brought tears to the eyes of the children present. They were not only moved by their mother's strength, but also shocked by this deep love. Chen Haosu, Chen Xiaolu and others have said that they will inherit the legacy of their parents and carry out the work of sorting out Marshal Chen Yi's manuscripts to the end.
The Last Bloom of Life: The Spiritual Gift of a Great Man's Wife
On March 20, 1974, Zhang Qian died suddenly in Beijing at the age of 52. She spent the last two years of her life leaving a precious spiritual legacy for her husband. "Selected Poems of Chen Yi" not only records the literary talent of a founding marshal, but also witnesses a great love that spans life and death.
Zhang Qian's departure made countless people who knew her feel sad. After Marshal Ye Jianying learned the news, he personally addressed her memorial service. He said emotionally: "Comrade Zhang Qian has used her life to interpret what true love is, and her spirit will always inspire us to move forward." "
epilogue
The story of Chen Yi and Zhang Qian allows us to see the purest and most touching appearance of love. At the end of her life, Zhang Qian chose to use the only time she had left to weave an eternal memory for her husband. This is not only an affectionate confession to a lover, but also the best interpretation of the meaning of life.
Their story teaches us that true love can transcend life and death and shine forever in the long river of time. When we face the fragility and impermanence of life, can we also tell that unforgettable love with actions like Zhang Qian?
In this fast-paced era, let's stop our rush and think: If there was only one last time left in our lives, what would we do for our loved ones? Perhaps, the answer is hidden in everyone's heart, waiting for us to explore and realize.