Ruyi dies peacefully at the end of the play, and her death has a profound impact on Qianlong.In her life, she experienced the transformation from a girl to a queen, and her relationship with Qianlong went from the initial sweetness to the final break. Her death marked the end of this relationship.
After Ruyi's death, Qianlong reflected on his behavior. He cut off his white hair and put it together with Ruyi's cut, symbolizing their relationship as husband and wife.This action reflects his longing for Ruyi and his inner guilt.In the end, Qianlong lived alone in regret for decades. Before his death, he still clutched the box containing Ruyi's broken hair and his own white hair.
The entire series shows the themes of power, love, betrayal and revenge through Ruyi's life.Although Ruyi's ending was tragic, her story and relationship with Qianlong became a profound mark in the history of the court.