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Chen Geng's Trauma and Gu Yun's Role

Chen Geng, the illegitimate son of the Emperor, suffers from emotional and psychological trauma due to his abusive mother, Madam Chen, which leads to mistrust and an identity crisis. Gu Yun intervenes in his life, providing stability and care, but Chen Geng struggles to fully trust due to his past. The long-term impact of his mother's abuse shapes his emotional regulation, attachment style, and romantic relationships, highlighting a tragic yet formative dynamic.

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Chen Geng's Trauma and Gu Yun's Role

Chen Geng, the illegitimate son of the Emperor, suffers from emotional and psychological trauma due to his abusive mother, Madam Chen, which leads to mistrust and an identity crisis. Gu Yun intervenes in his life, providing stability and care, but Chen Geng struggles to fully trust due to his past. The long-term impact of his mother's abuse shapes his emotional regulation, attachment style, and romantic relationships, highlighting a tragic yet formative dynamic.

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Gu Yun's Complicated Relationship with the Imperial Family

Case Study: Chen Geng's Relationship with His Mother

Character Overview:

Chen Geng (later known as Chang Geng) is the illegitimate son of the Emperor, raised in obscurity. His

mother, Madam Chen, is mentally unstable and emotionally abusive, contributing heavily to his psychological

makeup.

Psychological & Emotional Dimensions:

1. Abuse and Trauma

Madam Chen resents her status and projects her bitterness onto Chen Geng. She physically and emotionally

abuses him, leaving deep psychological scars and a sense of unworthiness.

2. Mistrust and Insecurity

Her treatment fosters deep mistrust and emotional detachment in Chen Geng. He learns to mask his feelings

and question others' sincerity, especially those who offer affection or authority.

3. Identity Crisis

Raised as a commoner, Chen Geng only later discovers his imperial heritage. This creates a fractured

identity and emotional turmoil as he tries to reconcile his past with his true lineage.

Turning Point: Gu Yun's Intervention

Gu Yun becomes a protective and stabilizing presence in Chen Geng's life. Though Gu Yun offers genuine

care, Chen Geng's early trauma complicates his ability to fully trust or emotionally separate gratitude, love,
Gu Yun's Complicated Relationship with the Imperial Family

and dependency.

Long-Term Impact:

Aspect | Influence from Mother

----------------------|------------------------

Emotional Regulation | Poor - trauma and neglect

Attachment Style | Anxious-avoidant; craves connection but fears rejection

Leadership | Strengthened by hardship and empathy for others

Romantic Relationships| Complicated; idealizes Gu Yun, blurs emotional boundaries

Conclusion:

Chen Geng's relationship with his mother is tragic and formative. Her abuse not only causes long-term

emotional dysfunction but also paves the way for his resilience and eventual emotional depth. Gu Yun's

intervention reshapes his life, but the echoes of his mother's cruelty never fully disappear.

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