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Every historical figure is controversial. As the only female emperor in history, Wu Zetian is no exception. Some people say that she is a woman with a snake-like heart: to fight for favor, she strangles her daughter to death and kills the queen with a stick; to avenge old revenge, she kills her brother; to protect the throne, she murders her sister; to fight for the throne, she poisons her son; to protect the throne, she murders like a scorpion... Some people say that she is an enlightened and sage empress: an enlightened sage who selects virtuous people and accepts advice. However, Wu Zetian controlled national affairs in her hands and made others surrender before her. What kind of woman is she? What makes her turn things around in a society where men are superior to women? Next, let me take you all to uncover the veil on the face of this mysterious woman!