"Song of Mulan" was a story about Hua Mulan, a girl from Yu Qi, who joined the army in place of her father. It was written by Mo Jiazi and sung by Miss Gongsun. After being promoted by Mo magazine, it had already spread throughout Chang 'an.
With the female lead's prophecy and the popularity of "Song of Mulan" and "Painting of Mulan", "Song of Mulan" immediately became popular. For this reason, the Mo Family purposely held the first performance of "Song of Mulan" at the Mo Arts Exhibition. There were three thousand seats there, but it was still difficult to get a ticket.
"This is indeed a grand occasion. All along, this place would only be grand when the Mo Family held a Mo Arts Exhibition. Now, it's comparable to the Mo Arts Exhibition because of" Song of Mulan "," a Chang 'an citizen exclaimed.
"You don't know this, but Miss Gongsun is proficient in both swordsmanship and dancing. She's a famous swordsman in Chang 'an. Unfortunately, after joining the Mo Family, she hasn't made a comeback. Now that it's Miss Gongsun's first comeback performance, we naturally wouldn't miss it. She's proficient in both swordsmanship and dancing, so she's the most suitable to play the role of Hua Mulan," a merchant said expectantly.
"I'm here for Mo Jiazi's story. This is Mo Jiazi's second work after" Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai ". It's bound to be brilliant," a scholar said excitedly. Although the Confucian and Mo Families were at odds, no one denied Mo Jiazi's talent. After all, Mo Jiazi polished "Song of Mulan" not long ago, so everyone was looking forward to "Song of Mulan".
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Everyone was in a heated discussion. Some were here for Miss Gongsun, some were looking forward to the Mohist's story, some were attracted by Hua Mulan's story, and some wanted to see what kind of song they had never heard of before.
As the time for the performance approached, the Mo Arts Exhibition venue was gradually filled with people.
"There are actually so many people?" In the box, Li Shimin frowned.
"Imperial Father may not know this, but right now, everyone in Chang 'an is praising Hua Mulan, praising her as a wondrous woman. Now that' Song of Mulan 'has appeared, the common people of Chang' an naturally want to see it first." Princess Changle, who had accompanied Hua Mulan, proudly said.
After the Mo Family's promotion, Hua Mulan was already the hottest topic in Chang 'an........
"Isn't it just a small song? Why did you have to drag Father and Mother here?"
Empress Zhangsun gazed at Princess Changle with a doting expression. As the Emperor and Empress, how could they possibly care about a small song? However, they were unable to dissuade Princess Changle's relentless pestering.
With a face full of expectation, Princess Changle replied, "Imperial Father and Imperial Mother have wrongly accused Changle. Changle has encountered a good song and specially invited Imperial Father and Imperial Mother to enjoy it. It must be known that this is the first performance of 'Song of the Mulan'. It is bound to have extraordinary significance."
The pavilion closest to the water enjoys the moonlight first. She had heard the excerpts of Song of the Mulan and was immediately stunned. That was why she couldn't wait to appreciate it with her Imperial Father and Imperial Mother.
"Really?" Li Shimin and Empress Zhangsun were skeptical. As Empresses, they had all kinds of large-scale singing and dancing in the harem. They had seen and heard everything. They didn't believe that "Song of Mulan" could compare to palace music.
"Let's begin!" Princess Changle smiled mysteriously. Pointing at the stage that had already been set up, she smiled knowingly.
Following the sound of a drum, a young girl in cotton clothes was working hard in front of a loom.
At the same time, all the audience members thought of the poem Ode of Mulan and held their breath. Ode of Mulan was about to begin.
However, what was surprising was that the legendary Hua Mulan was not proficient in needlework. Not only was the cloth she weaved crooked, but it was also disorderly, which led to her father's scolding.
"The rules are the perimeter. Men are the earth and women are the well. The well water irrigates the fields. This is the perimeter. This is the rule." Father Flower advised.
Mulan retorted, "Men are the earth, and women are the sky. The blue sky encompasses the earth. That is the norm.
Father Flower said helplessly, "If you were a man, you could still go to the battlefield and make contributions. Unfortunately, you're a girl."
Mulan replied, "So what if you're a girl? You can study and practice martial arts differently. You can also experience life, old age, sickness, and death differently. A girl can only last half a day."
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On the stage, the conversation between Mulan and Father Blossom caused a lot of people to ponder. Such a straightforward conversation on stage gave the audience a sense of novelty. Moreover, the wonderful language made people fall into deep thought.
"Unfortunately, you're a girl!"
Below the stage, Wu Meiniang sighed. Ever since she entered the Mo family, she had heard such words countless times. She had once wavered, but her master had trusted her time and time again, entrusting her with important tasks.
"A girl can also last half a day!" This was the most touching answer she had ever heard. It was also her master's affirmation of her, and also the best repayment she could give to her master.
As the plot developed, Hua Mulan made everyone worry. When the Rouran invaded from the north, as the Hua family had no male offspring, the elderly Father Flower was recruited into the army. Hua Mulan disguised herself as a girl and joined the army in her father's place.
On the stage, Gong Sunyue was a sword expert. She looked valiant in her male disguise. Coupled with her sword dance, she undoubtedly displayed Hua Mulan's charm. It made everyone exclaim that it was not a wasted trip.
However, what was even more exciting was the selection of 'Mulan's Melody. Who said that women were inferior to men in singing? It made everyone fall into deep thought.
"Big Brother Liu's logic is too biased. Big Brother Liu's logic is too biased. Who said that women enjoy leisure, men fight at the borders, women weave at home … Which one of these women is inferior to men?"
The wonderful dialogue made all the women in the Mo arts exhibition cheer. This sentence was simply the strongest rebuttal a woman could give to a man.
Among the group of noblewomen, the gorgeously dressed Princess Gao Yang was the most eye-catching. Her eyes were full of splendor.
Who said that women were inferior to men? Although I, Gao Yang, am a woman, which man in this world can catch my eye? Princess Gao Yang said proudly in her heart.
The valiant Hua Mulan, the popular song that was easy to understand, and the charisma of a loyal, filial, and righteous person who joined the army in her father's place. Who wouldn't love such a Hua Mulan? Everyone in the Mo arts exhibition was attracted to Hua Mulan.
"Hua Mulan, what a good 'grafting flowers onto trees'!" Yin-yang Zi, who was in disguise among the crowd, had a gloomy expression. He took the risk to stay in Chang 'an City because he wanted to see Mo Jiazi's methods. Now that Mo Jiazi had used' Ode of Mulan ',' Painting of Mulan ', and' Song of Mulan 'to completely define the female lead as a loyal, filial, benevolent, wise, and brave Hua Mulan. Even the emperor had no reason to reject such a female lead. The Yin Yang School's conspiracy to use the female lead would be greatly reduced.
"How good would it be if I had a few more Hua Mulans under my command?"
Sure enough, Li Shimin in the box said regretfully. This time, even Empress Zhangsun nodded silently.
However, she immediately shook her head self-mockingly. In this world, men were the ones in power. There were very few women joining the army. In this world, there would only be one Hua Mulan.
Princess Changle finally heaved a sigh of relief. With Li Shimin's words, Wu Meiniang was finally safe.
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