Refers to a loyal official unjustly executed due to slander, often expressing profound indignation and a tragic prophecy of the ungrateful ruler's downfall.
老教授一生奉献给学术研究，临终前却因一桩莫须有的指责而蒙冤，其情形令人不禁联想到抉目东门般的悲壮与无奈。
The venerable professor dedicated his life to academic research, yet was unjustly slandered and suffered a baseless accusation before his passing, a tragic situation reminiscent of 'gouge out eyes at the East Gate' in its profound injustice and helplessness.
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Ancient
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During the Spring and Autumn period, Wu Zixu, a high-ranking official of the State of Wu, advised King Fuchai of Wu to reject the State of Yue's peace overtures. However, King Fuchai listened to slanderous remarks and bestowed a sword upon Wu Zixu, ordering him to commit suicide.
Before his death, Wu Zixu declared: "Gouge out my eyes and hang them on the East Gate of Wu's capital, so I can witness the State of Yue's future destruction of Wu."
Not long after, the State of Wu was indeed annihilated by the State of Yue.
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