
Spring as It Was
春如旧
- Status
- Completed
- Length
- 402k Words
- Genre
- Baihe (GL)
- Era
- Ancient Era
- Updated
- 5y ago
- Source
- JJWXC
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When I read this novel for the first time, I knew I would read it a second time. The first time is to follow the plot, and the second time is to observe the author's conception and characters. I spent some time reading it again in the past two days and gained many new insights, which I wrote down. As for the theme, what I read is: love is redemption, can resolve hatred, and bring about a new ending. Wei Xiu The protagonist, Yi Weixiu, has a tragic life experience and is extremely wise. He has made all kinds of plans for revenge throughout his life, and everything revolves around this goal. For this reason, she has fallen too deep, is too tired of living, and has too much responsibility. She doesn't know what else to do besides revenge, and she has never thought of any way out. If she had not met Puyang in this life, she would most likely have chosen the emperor's eldest grandson according to her previous life, and waited for her death after taking revenge. (Assuming that she had not seen Puyang's righteousness at that time) But such Wei Xiu ultimately betrayed the rest of the world for revenge. But fortunately, she welcomed Puyang in her desperate and single life, which was her only light. Wei Xiu's attitude towards Puyang, from the beginning that she only used him as a monarch, to gradually treating him with all her heart, she could no longer lose this light in her life. A person who has been in darkness for many years will be satisfied with just a glimmer of light, let alone the little sun like Puyang! "The love of Mangshan" When he was in Mang Mountain, Wei Xiu already had a different view of Puyang. That's why she asked Puyang twice, what would you do if you and I were not on the same line? When I read this, I felt that the importance of Puyang was gradually increasing. This is because the author is very good at showing the changes in people's emotions through very subtle points, rather than a sudden burst of emotional lines. If it weren't for Puyang's importance, Wei Xiu wouldn't have needed to ask such a question. Isn't it enough to just pick up melons and take revenge? What's even more terrible is that she also said: If that day comes, I will definitely give in to His Highness. Note that this sentence appeared very early, so Wei Xiuxiu was tempted very early. And after Puyang successfully ruled the world, she was really willing to lose herself to His Highness. If it weren't for love, Wei Xiu would most likely not have lost to Pu Yang. She was so smart that she didn't even have to wait until Pu Yang cut off her power to realize it. So love means "I am willing to lose to you"! "Weixiu's Struggle" After entering Beijing, Wei Xiu and Puyang began to change as they lived for a longer time. She began to waver in her determination for revenge. There are several contrasts in the article that clearly show Wei Xiu's changes and struggles. I feel so sorry for you, sir! The first point of comparison is Chen Du. Although he was dissatisfied with the improper position of the Wei family and had always resisted becoming an official and even issued documents to promote it, he never thought about causing war in the world. Wei Xiu knew that the person who had been refusing to wake up was actually herself. I really feel sad and helpless for my husband. At that time, she had a little bit of hope for peace and happiness, but her background and past all reminded her that she must take revenge, and her dreams always returned to the night when her family was massacred. If you are not a strong-minded person, you may not be able to survive. The second line of comparison is the position of the Prince Consort. Wei Xiu went from not being willing to be the consort, to "deceiving herself that she could control Puyang with her emotions", to rushing to the palace just because Puyang refused to return (the old emperor's deliberate temptation). She may still be deceiving herself that this was just for a grand plan, but her actions have clearly shown her true intentions. The third line of contrast is the change in dreams. From Wei Xiu always dreaming about the night when her family was slaughtered to starting to dream about some daily dreams, it is implied that Puyang's affection has had a subconscious influence, and it also shows that Puyang is really becoming more and more important. So I admire the author greatly, he handled the emotional changes of the characters so well. "Weixiu's liberation" During the final showdown between the two parties, even smart people stopped playing riddles. Wei Xiu didn't know what she was thinking, and said such heartless words to Pu Yang, even though she had thought that Pu Yang would still forgive her even if he knew the truth. Then, the one she can't forgive is herself. He can't forgive himself for not completing his revenge plan, and the people below him have followed him for many years without success. (Actually, I think she is basically finished. After all, the old emperor who was the culprit is dead, and several of the eldest princes are dead. Only the princess and the incompetent King Teng of Han are left. And her father does not want to live in ruins) But there were too many gaps between her and Puyang, so she wanted to stop talking, cut off the thoughts of both parties, and finally die on her own. It's just that she was calculating and forgetting about her own heart. She didn't expect that she still wanted to see Puyang so much, so she designed to lure her here, and then she was hit by an arrow. It seemed that everything was finally over, and she could finally make a candid wish for Puyang in the next life. Puyang Puyang really has no shortcomings, he is domineering and cute, broad-minded, and he values the people. He is indeed a benevolent gentleman. She holds the script of her previous life and discovers Wei Xiu before others. In the step-by-step contact, I fell in love with Mr.'S grace and wisdom, and then became increasingly addicted and unable to extricate myself. Puyang is extremely resilient. When he wanted to ask Wei Xiu to be his consort, even if he was rejected N times, he could still continue to propose N+1 times. Throughout the article, she took care of Wei Xiu's serious illness twice. Each time she took care of him personally, and each time she firmly believed that Wei Xiu would get well. Even in the first moment of competition for position, she couldn't control it. The second time, the memorials and other things were reviewed in the room where Wei Xiu was taken care of. There is no emperor more sincere than this. Eileen Chang once said that loving someone is like sinking into the dust. Puyang was like this. She never said a harsh word to Wei Xiu. She cherished Wei Xiu's words and deeds very much. Even regarding her father, she was relieved because Wei Xiu said that she just watched and did not take action. Seeing this, I really feel sorry for Puyang. Because here it also contrasts with Wei Xiu's thinking that night: If Puyang knew that he stood by and watched, he probably wouldn't forgive himself. Unexpectedly, Puyang felt relieved just because you didn't do anything, and he didn't blame you at all. (True love) She didn't pay much attention to the enthronement ceremony, but she paid great attention to the conferment of the royal husband. From the beginning to the end, all she cared about was Wei Xiu. And Puyang also thought that if he died in her hands, he just wanted to ask her if she had him. (Love deeply) There is no one more suitable for Wei Xiu than Puyang. In the end they all waited for each other. In addition, the plot line of the novel is also reasonable. The author is so awesome ~ praise, praise, praise!
I can't remember whether it was the third or fourth time I read it. The editor I found now is almost interesting. I looked through the collection and found the story of Xiuxiu and Qiniang. I still like it after reading it again. This is what good novels are like. Whenever I read it, I can immediately attract people to read it.
In her previous life, the Queen cared about the overall situation and looked down on the treacherous counselors. In this life, it can be said that she took the initiative to preserve the Xiao family and actively seize the throne. However, her nature is still upright, kind-hearted but not weak, and she is decisive at critical moments! According to the above setting, the Queen should actually look down on Wei. Even if she is not a lackey after helping her seize the throne, she will never expose herself to someone who wants to destroy the Xiao family or even overthrow the world for revenge because of the love between her children. For example, in the case of the King of Han, the counselor subconsciously wanted to completely kill the princes and consolidate the monarchy. She could not understand the compassion and love of the queen. The queen had compassion for all the people in the world. In essence, she did not have the character to kill all her brothers and sisters. At most, she pulled out her fangs and surrounded them. All in all, the two have very different personalities. To put it bluntly, they are not worthy of being a counselor.
No, is this the end? ? ? ? Ah? I'm confused, it's over now
It's really an excellent piece of work! The depiction of the characters' deep emotional states is deeply rooted in people's hearts! Although I always feel that the reconciliation at the end is a bit lacking, and Yu Xiuxiu's emotions seem a bit too bland, it is still a masterpiece that makes my heart surge!
People's hearts are complicated, and so is love. I can understand Axiu's inner conflicts, family feud and love. Different people face love differently. Some people are crazy because of love, and some people are not affected by love. The big works are really cruel, and they make me feel uncomfortable when they are tortured. If it were me, I would probably be defeated by love in the end.
There are too many locks, which is not satisfactory. When will it be unlocked? Pan-pan-pan!
From Qing Ping Le to Xie Xiang to Peach Blossom Song, and now to Spring as Old. Ah Shu's writing is so healing (?_?) It's a bit sadistic, but it feels so good for a while, and I can't stop it! ! !
Your Majesty: Why did my eighth brother become my eighth sister? Why, but... I suddenly felt a lot more pleasing to the eye.
As a reader who has stood in the perspective of the princess throughout the whole process, there is only one word: disappointment.