Which historical figure is related to the apology?

"Bearing under a thorn to plead guilty" is related to Lin Xiangru and Lian Po. From "Historical Records·Biographies of Lian Po and Lin Xiangru": General Lian Po of the State of Zhao was at odds with Lin Xiangru, the senior minister; Lin Xiangru made concessions at every turn for the sake of national interests. "Lian Po heard about it, and his flesh was exposed to the thorns. Because of the guests, he came to Lin Xiangru's door to apologize. He said: 'You are a despicable person. I don't know how lenient the general is to this.'"

Story content: Lin Xiangru returned to Zhao with the jade intact and had a battle of wits. King Qin was awarded the official position of Shangqing by King Zhao. Lian Po was not convinced when he heard about it and wanted to embarrass him a little. However, Lin Xiangru's generosity made Lian Po realize his mistake and came to apologize with a thorn stick on his back. He tolerated Lian Po and became civil and military from then on. Governing the country and working together to make Zhao Guo famous.

Lian Po was dissatisfied because Lin Xiangru was above him. Later, after understanding Lin Xiangru's painstaking efforts, he came to the house to plead guilty, and the two became friends of life and death. This story fully illustrates that leaders should understand the general situation, consider the overall situation, and put national interests first. "Knowing shame is close to courage. Shame is great for people. If you get it, you will be a sage, if you lose it, you will be a beast. This is the key to reform. It is also the key to the stability and peace of the country and the world." It is inevitable for ordinary people to make mistakes. It doesn't matter, the most important thing is to have the courage and determination to recognize, admit and correct your mistakes.