Former Senior Grand Secretary who dominated the political stage for decades, weathering the reigns of three emperors. He had submitted his resignation and requested retirement. He was gravely ill and at death's door, gaunt and withered. He had a first wife and a son named Hong'er whom he had abandoned, and later had a current wife. He was known publicly as a man of courtesy and grace, but privately was ruthless and calculating. He died in his bed with his eyes wide open, whispering 'I didn't...' before passing away.
