Is the Dream of Red Mansions really a description of Cao Xueqin’s personal experience?

, "A Dream of Red Mansions" is an autobiographical and self-narrative novel. Cao Xueqin's family (including the Li family) went from the peak of the Kangxi Dynasty to the setbacks of the Yongzheng Dynasty, and then to the Qianlong Dynasty. The decline of the Jia family will inevitably be reflected in the novel. This is the rise and fall of the Jia family. In other words, the Jia family in the novel is a reflection of the Cao family in life, and the rise and decline of the Cao family in life may be Because he is involved in a political struggle, this political struggle should be reflected in the novel. In the same way, at least the main characters in the novel have prototypes in life. If the mystery of the prototypes of the main characters in the novel is revealed, Then we have found a key to the treasure house of "A Dream of Red Mansions", a golden key (is it a master key?), and Qin Keqing is the most mysterious character in the novel, so Mr. Liu Xinwu used Qin Keqing to operate on him. He said that he did quite well and thus created a branch of Hongxue - Qinxue. The first part of "The Secret of the Dream of Red Mansions" mainly analyzes Qin Keqing and also covers Jia Yuanchun.

First of all, the basis of Mr. Liu's argument is tenable, because although his research is a different approach, it is based on the results of existing and well-known red science research. , rather than deliberately seeking novelty and novelty. First, there is no doubt that "A Dream of Red Mansions" is autobiographical; the ending of the novel is extremely sad, which is in line with Cao Xueqin's extreme change in life from prosperity to poverty, resulting in inner sorrow and disillusionment with life. ; Second, "A Dream of Red Mansions" is extremely realistic. The life scenes, clothing and furnishings, food and daily life in the novel are extremely detailed. Without personal experience, it would never be possible to write about it solely by imagination; third, the lives of the Cao and Li families The defeat was due to political reasons, at least political struggle was the main reason. Fourth, whether it was the harsh literary prison of Emperor Kangxi, Yongzong and Qianlong, or another hidden story, the author deliberately concealed the true story and made false claims. Instead, he told readers that these plots were true and left endless room for imagination and research. Coupled with Cao Xueqin's own deletions, errors and fallacies in copying, and deliberate tampering by later generations, this resulted in the diversification and multi-perspectives of the study of Red Studies, with various factions and factions, and it became a grand sight; there is nothing wrong with exploring lost studies and studying prototypes. ?

Secondly, many of Mr. Liu Xinwu’s own research and arguments can be justified. I personally think that in Qin Keqing’s research, these points are credible and established. I have not read Mr. Liu's other research works, and here I will only focus on the first part of "The Dream of Red Mansions".

First, in terms of the prominent status of the four major families and the concept of feudal society, it is impossible to find an abandoned baby with such a low status and unknown origin for Jia Rong to choose a mate, not to mention that the Jia family is choosing a mate. There is rarely such a casual precedent in the world. Even if she is not an aristocrat, she should at least be a young lady from a big intellectual or a big bureaucratic family like Li Wan;

Secondly, in terms of Qin Keqing’s speech, behavior and temperament, it should be Born into a big family, knowledge can be acquired, but aristocratic temperament cannot be developed in a day or two. It must be cultivated through long-term exposure in a certain environment. It takes at least three generations to cultivate a nobleman;

Third, Qin Keqing definitely did not die of illness, he must have been hanged. Previous research has been done, such as Mr. Yu Pingbo and Mr. Gu Jiegang;

Fourthly, the furnishings of Qin Keqing's bedroom must have profound meanings, which may imply his obscenity. , may imply that it is expensive; Fifth, Jia Baoyu and Qin Keqing are trying their love for Yunyu for the first time, and they are trying again with Xiren, and Qin Keqing is more likely to seduce Jia Baoyu. The hint in Jinghuan Fairy's words is too obvious;

Sixth, if Qin Keqing is really an abandoned baby and comes from a family of petty officials, it is impossible for him to have such a status in the Jia family. This is probably common sense in a large feudal family;

Seventh, there was too much commotion after Qin Keqing's death. If it is reasonable to say that King Beijing came to pay his respects because the two families were family friends, then the person coming from the palace would be extraordinary. The status of Ningguo Mansion is such High, so important? At that time, Jia Yuanchun's status in the palace was not high, not to mention that she was from the Rongguo Mansion;

Eighth, when people from the Rongguo Mansion entered the palace, it was because they were frightened and frightened. Why could Qin Keqing predict Jia Yuanchun's favor and success? Falling out of favor?

To sum up, the reasons for thinking that Qin Keqing’s identity is not simple are tenable, but at the same time there are some points that are not so convincing or cannot be analyzed clearly or enough attention has been paid.

First, why write about Qin Keqing’s prostitution? Is it the prototype, or is it the need of the plot? If it is necessary for the plot, it is to foreshadow that the Jia family's decline is due to internal corruption and erosion. Then, why do we say that the Jia family's decline is due to involvement in political struggles?

Second, if the defeat of the Jia family was a combination of the above two, it is also possible, but Qin Keqing was forced to hang himself as a political victim, so why is it used in retrospect as "Qin Keqing mourned in Tianxiang Tower"? What is the internal logic between the two?

Third, a reasonable explanation is that Qin Keqing was a royal princess or princess, and was fostered in the Jia family. In the end, Qin Keqing's group failed in the political struggle, and Qin Keqing was forced to hang herself. However, Cao Xueqin said in the book I dare not write it explicitly in the book, so I can only write that Qin Keqing and Jia Zhen were caught having sex in Tianxiang Tower, and they died of shame and anger. Then, the following problems will follow one after another;

Fourthly, in order to make Qin Keqing’s The death is reasonable, so we can only write about his obscenity. The bedroom furnishings hint at seducing Jia Baoyu and committing adultery with Jia Zhen. Moreover, Mr. Liu Xinwu believes that this has become an open secret in the Jia family. So wouldn't it be a big joke to hold a big funeral for him? Is it possible for a family like the Jia family? In fact, regardless of whether Qin Keqing's death was due to prostitution or a victim of political struggle, the Jia family is unlikely to hold a large funeral for him. It is too late to cover up such a thing, so why make a big deal about it? Even if Jia Zhen wants to do this out of personal feelings, the whole family will never join in the uproar;

Fifth, since Qin Keqing appears as a prostitute in the book, everyone knows about her unethical relationship with Jia Zhen , it is impossible for Jia Mu to say such words as "the first favorite among the great-grandson's daughters-in-law", and it is impossible to give him such a high evaluation and such a high status. Even if it is due to Qin Keqing's identity, it is impossible. At most, she will pretend to be deaf. It's just a matter of turning a blind eye and turning a blind eye. Just look at the Jia family's attitude towards similar incidents. Furthermore, even if the Jia family uses Qin Keqing as the basis for advancement, in a feudal society, such unethical things would be unethical if they were publicized. It is not only a matter of morality, but also a matter of face. It will also have an adverse impact on the Jia family's political status and political future. Such an impact may even be devastating.

In the Qing Dynasty, some officials were dismissed because their parents died and Ding You did not have enough time;

Sixth, the evidence is insufficient to prove that Qin Keqing came from the family of the deposed prince and was a Yue faction figure who tried to seize power. It's quite far-fetched. The Six Classics note me, so I can't help but agree. For example, it proves that the Yue Sect is just "the sun and the moon shine together". Is it too thin?

Seventh, Mr. Liu Xinwu relied too much on Zhi Yanzhai’s comments in his argument. He had a predetermined premise that Zhi Yanzhai was indeed a real person, and he had a close relationship with Cao Xueqin, and he had insight into everything. Her criticism was unmistakable. However, the person and words of Zhi Yanzhai are controversial. It can be used as important information, but it cannot be relied on too much and it will fall into the devil's trap;

Eighth, if the deposed prince wants to preserve a descendant, Why a girl and not a boy? If the son and daughter adopted by Qin Ye are both descendants of the deposed prince, and the boy died young, then according to the ethics of feudal society, it is impossible for Qin Keqing, a girl, to play such a big role and be able to carry out such a great cause as the Yue Sect's seizure of power. It is enough to affect the political status of the Jia family and even lead to the decline of the Jia family; even if Qin Keqing leaves descendants, does it count as continuing the bloodline of the deposed prince? In feudal society, this does not count;

Ninth, does Jia Yuanchun have the ability, charm, and influence to report on Jia's secret possession of Qin Keqing, get promoted, and at the same time save Jia Yuanchun? family?

In general, I basically agree with Mr. Liu Xinwu’s conclusion: Qin Keqing’s origins are extraordinary, but whether he is a member of the deposed prince’s family, the evidence is not sufficient. There is more speculation, and there are too many things that need to be further studied. .