In the past they could change power peacefully because the outgoing leader didn't fear reprisals from the incoming one. But if it is accepted practice to attack

In the past they could change power peacefully because the outgoing leader didn't fear reprisals from the incoming one. But if it is accepted practice to attack others under the guise of 'corruption', then the outgoing leader always has to fear being purged. Can Xi trust that the next guy won't be able to find some excuse to purge him?