封神演義

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23910

Title

封神演義

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zh

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A historical fantasy narrative chronicling the legendary journey of Li Er and his seven sworn brothers as they leave the court to cultivate immortality, culminating in the divine appointment of the Zhou Dynasty's nobility and the establishment of a harmonious era under King Wu of Zhou.

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The text recounts the legendary departure of Li Er and his seven sworn brothers from the Peach Garden, where they were summoned by the King of Wu to quell a rebellion in the southern capital. Upon their arrival, the King, impressed by their martial prowess, initially hesitates to execute the rebel leader due to Li Er's plea for mercy. However, the King ultimately decides to execute the rebel, leading to a somber farewell. The seven brothers, including Li Er, Jin Tu, Mu Tu, Niu Tu, Huo Tu, Zhui Tu, and Lei Zi, leave the Peach Garden to return to their home in Xuzhou City. The narrative then details the posthumous enfeoffments of the seven brothers by the King of Wu. Each brother is granted a specific title and domain based on their virtues and lineage: Wei (Duke of Zhou), Yu (Duke of Yan), Yan (Duke of Qi), Zhi (Duke of Jin), Guan (Duke of Jin), Zhai (Duke of Jin), and Lei (Duke of Jin). These titles are bestowed upon their respective descendants, establishing their hereditary status and territories across various regions. Following the brothers' departure, the King of Wu, now alone, reflects on the loss of his trusted advisors. He orders the execution of the rebel leader, a decision that angers Li Er, who pleads for clemency. Despite Li Er's efforts, the King proceeds with the execution. Li Er and his brothers then leave the Peach Garden, vowing to return if the King ever needs them again. The text concludes with a poem praising the seven brothers' loyalty and the King's wisdom, as well as a reflection on the impermanence of power and the importance of virtue. The story ends with a note on the King of Wu's eventual downfall and the rise of the Zhou Dynasty, highlighting the cyclical nature of history and the enduring legacy of the seven brothers.

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