Zheng Zong was originally Tuoba Tao's wife who was in charge of translating documents from various countries, but since Tuoba Tao found that Helian Mingzhu and Zheng Zong were not dealing with each other, for the reason of "loving" Helian Mingzhu, he let Zhao Chang Shi transferred Zheng Zong to leave the Wuchang Hall, and was on standby in the side hall to serve documents.
That's why "Zhao Ming" once accused a friend named Zheng Zong of always saying some appalling words to her, but He Mulan had never seen him much.
On the night when He Mulan regained her divine power and "dream", she saw the future of many people in her dream, including this eunuch who is now called "Zheng Zong" and later called "Zong Ai".
Although he didn't know what he had done, he was punished by the palace for giving up someone with a bright future, but to be able to climb back to Tuoba Tao's side after a tragic fall, this person's forbearance skills may have reached a terrifying level.
When Zong Ai and Tuoba Tao were suspicious in their later years, they repeatedly alienated the father-son relationship between him and the prince Tuoba Huang, and even set up the framing that led to the conviction of several ministers of the East Palace, which also led to Tuoba Huang and Tuoba Tao being punished for this. After quarreling, Tuoba Huang didn't know whether to be angry or afraid, and he died in the palace.
Tuoba Tao died of the prince who had been raised since childhood, and his mind suddenly became sober, and he began to thoroughly investigate the incident of the imperial concubine. Zong Ai was afraid that Tuoba Tao would find him, so he simply poisoned the wine in the Tuoba Tao's jug. , Tuoba Tao died of poison, and ended his brilliant life with such a grievance.
If it's just this, Zong Ai is not a fool. He killed Tuoba Tao, expecting that other ministers would not spare him, so he entered the palace and held Empress Helian hostage, forcing Empress Helian to make Tuoba Yu emperor , he is a high-ranking prime minister, in charge of the government affairs of the three provinces, and responsible for the security affairs of the royal family.
He succeeded in power, summoned ministers at will, and was dictatorial and domineering, becoming more and more powerful every day, and he was feared by both inside and outside the court. In the minds of the people at that time, Zong Ai must be in danger of usurping power like Zhao Gao and Yan Le.
Tuoba Yu was deeply disturbed, suspecting that Zong Ai was going to cause chaos, so he planned to deprive him of his power, but was murdered by Zong Ai Yu at night.
After Zong Ai's poisoning of Tuoba Tao was found out, the then minister Lu Li, Kumoti, Yuan Po Qiang and others established Tuoba Huang's eldest son as emperor, and they raised troops from various places to "revenge", Zong Ai died extremely. Tragically, he was punished by three clans, but the damage to the entire Northern Wei Dynasty was irreversible.
As soon as Tuoba Tao died, the prince Tuoba Huang, who had grown to be able to succeed the throne, died a long time ago. The politics was not as smooth as the transition from Tuoba Si to Tuoba Tao. for a while.
Rebels continued in various places, and the suppressed Buddhism began to flourish again. Tuoba Huang’s son Tuoba Jun finally grew up and had the spirit of a British Lord, but died when he was only twenty-six years old.
He Mulan even suspected that he would die so early because he was an adult and could not control it, and finally died secretly amid the conflict of all parties.
The source of these tragedies all point to Zheng Zong, who is known as "the craziest eunuch in the imperial era".
Even though he was just a very ordinary looking young man who was well-dressed and behaved, He Mulan didn't dare to be careless.
Therefore, Zheng Zong, who bore the brunt of it, felt an overwhelming killing intent. The killing intent was so strong that it was almost substantive. Zheng Zong was locked by He Mulan's Qi machine, and he could hardly even move. Cold sweat broke out on his forehead. , trembling all over.
The abnormality of He Mulan and Zong Ai was seen by others, and the many officials and eunuchs who came to announce the decree and deliver things in the palace were very surprised when they saw it, because in their impression He Mulan was a very gentle person.
Fortunately, He Mulan quickly remembered that this "Zheng Zong" was not yet "Zong Ai". He was now a court official. No matter how much she wanted to kill this person, it would be difficult to convince the public without a proper reason. Maybe it will cause trouble for Tuoba Tao.
But He Mulan had already made up her mind, and she must find an opportunity to quietly deal with this person.
Even if she turns into a demon, this person must not stay!
Thinking of this, He Mulan suddenly withdrew the murderous aura all over his body, and nodded slightly coldly: "Don't be too polite, the courage is okay, I didn't scare me away."
When Zheng Zong heard that his previous killing intent was just a "test", he suddenly relaxed and almost fell to the ground.
Several ceremonial officials and eunuchs next to him laughed.
"Why should the general frighten him so much? This time, the mission to Bei Liang is not to fight a war. How can you meet an opponent like the general! What's more, the general does not choose personal guards..."
"Be my translator, of course, use my method."
He Mulan interrupted several people and asked Zheng Zong, "Are you good at martial arts?"
Zheng Zong was originally "into the cold palace" by Tuoba Tao, but later he knew that "Zhao Ming" was a woman, and she would probably marry Tuoba Tao's Princess Hu Xia, so he knew that his future in the palace would not be very good. .
But later Helian Mingzhu still didn't marry Tuoba Tao, and didn't bother with him about molesting her at that time, so Zheng Zong's worries gradually faded.
It's just that Tuoba Tao has never shown the appearance of reusing him, and once Shiren is not waiting in front of him, there is no oil or water, and Zheng Zong's life will be poor.
This time, he was going to be on an envoy to Beiliang, and he was the one who was most proficient in the customs of Beiliang in Honglu Temple, so he was also recommended.
Zheng Zong knew that the opportunity for promotion was rare in the palace, but Hua Mulan's reputation outside was always upright and steady, and her character was generous, so he used a lot of energy to try to get Su from several candidates. He agreed with you and was recommended.
Originally thinking about this mission, it is certain to be with Hua Mulan in Beiliang to eat and drink, and it is impossible to make a small fortune. This general is from a military household, and there are few talents around him. As long as he welcomes him, there may be more paths in the future.
Who would have known that Hua Mulan, who was recognized as a "stable and gentle" personality, gave him such a big blow as soon as they met, and the killing intent was not like a test at all. Zong's heart that was originally active is now up and down, and he doesn't know whether he is right or wrong in choosing this path.
Although Hua Mulan said that he was "trying to be brave", he had already been scared out of his courage and would not be able to reply for a while.
Zong Ai was left behind, and He Mulan sent another letter to ask Master Cixin in Huguo Temple to meet him at General Huwei's Mansion the next day, but he hurriedly found someone to invite Di Yefei to come house.
She asked Di Yefei not for anything else, but to arrange a few things before she left.
No one knew about He Mulan's inner struggle as a modern person.
On the day Tuoba Tao "asked the policy", He Mulan knew that Shanxi had rich coal reserves, which could allow Gaoche people to refine steel, and even use Gaoche's ability to refine coal mines to enhance Wei's national strength by one steps.
The temperature of coal burning is much higher than that of charcoal, so whether it is the development of pottery into porcelain, burning paper and glaze, or making iron and steel, it will be greatly developed due to the increase in the temperature of the furnace.
Especially weapons.
The sharpness and toughness of weapons made with coal as fuel in the furnace are greatly improved because of the obvious removal of impurities.
Shanxi produces coal, and Liaoning, where Beiyan is located, produces iron. As long as Dawei has Beiyan, not only salt, but also a steady stream of steel will be available.
But precisely because He Mulan knew what a country's rapid rise in technology represented, He Mulan was particularly afraid that her interference would cause more casualties in this era's wars, or some terrifying changes.
Like the plague that almost spread.
But now with the appearance of "Zong Ai", He Mulan couldn't think so much anymore.
She doesn't know whether history will repeat itself, but she knows that if history has to be changed, she must push in her own favorable direction, and it is imperative to improve the strength of Dawei's army.
Next, there is a battle between Beiyan and Beiliang to fight. With Tuoba Tao's urination, most of the time, he is driving himself. The weapons and equipment can be greatly improved, and at least the chance of him dying from various hidden arrows is smaller.
***
It is easy to find Di Yefei. As long as he is not in General Huwei's mansion, he is either in the military camp or in Cui's mansion, so the personal soldiers sent to look for someone brought Di Yefei in just an hour's effort.
He Mulan's code of conduct is "not to cause trouble", so although she helps a lot of people, she rarely finds others. People like Di Yefei are more taken care of by her, so As soon as Di Yefei heard that He Mulan was looking for him, he immediately rushed to General Huwei's mansion.
As soon as Di Yefei saw He Mulan, he knew something had happened.
Because her expression is very gloomy now, it is not like her usual, but there is something pressing in her heart that cannot be released.
"Master Huo, what are you calling me for?"
Di Yefei looked at the empty room, and was still a little scared. He always felt that Yuan Shi, Hua Fu, Hua Mutuo and others would jump out in the next moment.
He Mulan didn't notice Di Yefei's small movements, but asked straight to the point: "Di Yefei, you were once called 'Aqihuo' by Gaoche people, meaning the person in charge of 'fire', now you are Name, can it still count?"
Di Yefei thought about many possibilities, but never thought that He Mulan would ask this, and was immediately stunned.
"Aqihuo is just an honorific title and has no real job. I will never refine 'fire seeds' from beginning to end, but because of the credit for bringing peace, it has always been called 'Aqihuo'. You ask me if it counts. Counting…”
He frowned in embarrassment.
"How am I supposed to say this? I wasn't even an Aqihuo!"
"Then how can I make your Aqihuo live up to its name?"
He Mulan looked at Di Yefei inexplicably.
"What? Fire Chief, do you still know how to forge?"
Di Yefei was taken aback!
"Di Yefei, when you said 'tinder' back then, I guessed it was coal, not because I was knowledgeable, but because I happened to know about coal from others. The grasslands are scarce and trees are scarce, and your family is good at mining coal. On the grasslands, there is only coal along the veins of Jinshan, so you regard it as a sacred 'tinder' and worry about digging it out one day."
He Mulan looked at the surprised Di Yefei and said something that surprised him even more.
"And I, know where there's more coal."
"I don't understand, Fire Chief, what's the use of knowing where there is more coal..."
Di Yefei was dumbfounded.
"You Gaoche people have come to be attached to your clan, but in addition to the young and middle-aged people who have become the Gaoche tigers, there are still many old and weak women and children living a hard life. People are bullying. Di Yefei, I know you always want Gaoche people to gain the respect of everyone and the same status as Han people and Xianbei people, but you can't find the opportunity... "
He Mulan took a deep breath.
"Wei country lacks craftsmen, and most of you Gaoche people are wise craftsmen. But your furnaces cannot burn charcoal, and the Jinshan is too far away, so you cannot exert your excellent iron-making skills. I will send you and you right now. The family members have a great future."
He Mulan pointed to his feet.
"Here, coal is everywhere."
"what?"
Di Ye flew down to take a look. Except for the polished stone bricks, where can you see the shadow of a bit of coal
"I don't know how to distinguish coal mines, but I know that many of you Gaoche know about it. You and I are both in the army and have no time to investigate this, and the fact that your Majesty sends someone to look for it will easily attract the attention of other countries, thus creating extraneous problems. It is the fastest and most convenient for you Gaoche people to find a coal mine and then offer it to His Majesty."
He Mulan began to try his best to recall.
"There is a lot of coal near Pingcheng. Except for Pingcheng, Yangquan, Sanggan, and Mayi all produce coal. The Han and Xianbei people don't use coal, and they see it as nothing, but the local people must know where there is coal. Check the places where coal is produced, ask the locals more, and you will find a lot of coal."
She continued: "With 'tinder', you can ask Your Majesty to build more furnaces and smelt iron and steel. Your Majesty attaches great importance to armament. You have mastered the techniques of coal and iron smelting, and your entire clan will be rewarded. "
She looked at Di Yefei whose eyes gradually became hot, and raised her head slightly.
"Even if Your Majesty doesn't reward you, I will help you and help Gaoche people get the reward they deserve!"
Di Yefei never doubted that He Mulan had such influence in front of Tuoba Tao. After all, Hua Mulan had already risen to the level of a general who could sit in the same hall.
It's just, why don't you tell your Majesty directly about such a thing, but help them to make them Gaoche people become Jin monks
"Chang Huo, you are so kind to me that I can't bear it..." Di Yefei said with a trembling voice, "Can I ask why?"
"Because I really need help, Di Yefei."
He Mulan only felt that she was seeing Tuoba Tao struggling, and she could hardly help Tuoba Tao other than fighting, and she was even inferior to Di Yefei. Behind Di Yefei stood the entire tall car family who trusted him.
"I was waiting for you to grow up, and I can't wait now."
He Mulan's hoarse voice was full of exhaustion, causing Di Yefeihe to choked up.
"Hurry up and catch up, Di Yefei."
"My time is really precious."