The Young Hero Xin Qiji

Xin Qiji, a man of both civil and military talents, hoped to awaken the Song court’s resolve to resist the Jin and strengthen their belief in victory. But as people grew increasingly content with retreating south, his fervent appeals failed to catch the rulers’ attention. His repeated proposals to recover the Central Plains sank without a trace, leaving him consumed by grief and frustration.

I have taken some creative liberties with many of the characters in my writing. After all, I’m no ancient, and I didn’t live in that era. I can only do my best to get close to the people of the past. I’ll share the story gradually, so we can read together and reflect on our love for our country!