Introduction:
The novel "The Hidden Dragon Shocks the Tang Dynasty" is set in the complex situation before and after the Xuanwumen Incident, revealing the truth behind history and the multifaceted nature of human nature. The hidden prince Li Jiancheng is not as unbearable as the world says, but is portrayed as a talented and responsible character. However, in the power struggle, he eventually became a thorn in the side of his brother Li Shimin. Fang Qiao and Du Ruhui had been expelled from the capital before the Xuanwumen Change, but they did not withdraw from the stage of history, but became one of the key figures in the behind-the-scenes planning. This reveals the complexity and unpredictability of the political struggles of the early Tang Dynasty. The Zhenguan Dynasty is portrayed as an era of ostensibly prosperity but undercurrents. Despite the population of less than 20 million, the political environment of this period was extremely tense, and various contradictions were intertwined, so that countless crises were hidden under the prosperity. After Li Shimin's victory, he was not satisfied with his brother's death, but personally shot Wei Zheng, who dared to speak out. This plot not only shows the ruthless side of Li Shimin's character, but also reflects his extreme desire for power and understanding of loyalty. Although Li Yuan wanted to interrogate Li Jiancheng's behavior of disturbing the inner court, he finally died suddenly and mysteriously while boating in the sea pool. What's the secret behind this? Through these plots, "The Hidden Dragon Shocks the Tang Dynasty" subverts the reader's perception of traditional history and shows a more complex and changeable Tang Dynasty.
