Character: Cao Cao
Identity: Hermit
Territory: Dongjun
Force: 871
Intelligence: 942
Constitution: 437
Command: 963
Politics: 981
Charm: 815
Talent: 10
Skill: "Heroic Strategy"
Supernatural powers: [Mastery of military tactics] [Mastery of swordsmanship] [Heart of strategy] [Heart of alertness] [Heart of a hero] [A discerning eye for talent] [A capable minister who governs the world] [Heart of a hegemon] (not awakened)
[Able Minister in a Time of Peace]: During the reign of the Tang Dynasty, Cao Cao was a talented and capable minister. Under his rule, public sentiment improved significantly, public security was greatly improved, and corrupt officials were greatly reduced. (Note: This magical power is ineffective during the era of warring states.)
Compared to the first time I saw him, Cao Cao's attributes have grown a lot.
However, the hermit's identity surprised Lin Han. He was a hermit, but he did not have the heart of a hermit. He had an additional skill of [A Capable Minister in Governing the World].
"Lord Cao, why are you in Luoyang instead of Dongjun?" Lin Han asked after drinking a glass of wine.
"It's a long story."
Cao Cao waved his hand, signaling the girls at the table to leave first, leaving only two people in the private room.
"In the court today, the emperor is selling official positions, and the Marquis of Guannei is being offered five million coins. This is absurd, and the court is full of mediocre people. I, Cao, do not want to be associated with them, so I am staying home on sick leave."
"As far as I know, Lord Cao Song also gained the position of Grand Marshal through money." Lin Han said calmly.
Cao Cao's father, Cao Song, paid money to buy an official position and was awarded the position of one of the Three Dukes. Unfortunately, the Yellow Turbans resurfaced and he was dismissed.
Upon hearing this, Cao Cao's face turned extremely bad and he shook his head and sighed.
"That's why I feel ashamed of the world."
There was silence at the table.
"Sir Xiao, has Xu You ever looked for you?" Cao Cao asked in a low voice.
"It seems that it was really Lord Cao who recommended me. Lord Cao wants to put me in an unjust position." Lin Han was extremely calm.
"The court is in chaos right now. People like Wang Fen and Xu You want to establish the Marquis of Hefei as emperor and punish the corrupt officials. This is actually a good strategy, but unfortunately, we don't have the power of Huo Guang. Wang Fen is just a cowardly person and lacks military strength, so he can't accomplish his goal. I recommend Lord Xiao to make up for Wang Fen's shortcomings. If this is successful, the court may be cleared of corrupt officials."
Cao Cao spoke frankly.
"Sir Cao, aren't you afraid that I will report you to the court?" Lin Han asked calmly.
"Hahahahahaha..." Cao Cao laughed at the table and said, "Lord Xiao is a wonderful person. You and I are from the same field. All knowledgeable people in the world know about the affairs of the court. Whether it is said or not, you and I are clear about it. As for reporting it to the emperor? Lord Xiao will not do that."
Cao Cao picked up his wine glass and clinked it with Lin Han's, and the two of them understood each other tacitly.
"Master Xiao, why did you reject Xu You? If Wang Fen and the others succeed in their plan, you will be second only to the first person and above all others."
"Then why did Lord Cao refuse?" Lin Han asked back.
"Since ancient times, deposing an emperor has been extremely ominous. Only with people like Huo Guang, who held the power of a prime minister, held the heavy responsibility of government, and shared the support of all the ministers, could this be done. But today, the emperor has gained power, the officials are vying for power, and their hearts and minds are divided. Moreover, bandits are everywhere, and disasters are coming year after year. How should we proceed?
If we place our bets on the emperor's northern tour, and if we fail, the whole family will be shed blood, and our wife and children will be in trouble. Moreover, Wang Fen is weak and ignorant of martial arts. Although he has the heart to stabilize the country, he lacks the strength to make plans."
After Cao Cao finished speaking, he drank the wine in the cup.
"Where is Lord Xiao? Wang Fen doesn't know martial arts, but Lord Xiao is a master of martial arts. They can complement each other. Why refuse?"
"In February, the star Betelgeuse will pass through the Purple Palace. Foreign ministers will overthrow the lord. The Central Plains will be weak, while the barbarians will be strong. The lord will perish next year. The astrological signs are not favorable for Luoyang, but the timing has not yet arrived. As you said, we are betting on the emperor's northern tour. If it fails, the entire family will be executed. Those in the court who have foresight will surely know the ominous signs of the stars. The emperor may not make the northern tour. Wang Fen and Xu You's plot will collapse on its own."
"I only sensed that the time had not yet come. I didn't expect that Lord Xiao had someone who was skilled in observing the astrological signs and could actually predict the dangers of the astrological signs. I admire you."
Cao Cao raised his glass and toasted again.
"Master Xiao, did you gain anything from this trip north to Youzhou?"
Lin Han shook his head upon hearing this.
"Zhang Wen was incompetent. He sent troops from Youzhou to attack Liangzhou. The imperial court withheld their provisions, leading to a mutiny among the Wuhuan cavalry under Gongsun Zan. Youzhou was in chaos, and Zhang Chun rebelled. After I took over the war, everything was going smoothly. However, the Marquis of Zhou was restored, and all the gains fell into the hands of Liu Yu.
If the Zhoubo incident hadn't happened, Zhang Chun's rebellion would have been resolved, and I could have marched north to conquer the Xianbei, and then, taking advantage of the victory, pacify Liang Province. Unfortunately, I failed at the last moment."
Cao Cao remained silent for a long time, which turned into a sigh.
There are no capable people in the court, and the Han Dynasty is in decline, which has led to the current chaotic situation in the world.
"Master Xiao, what are your plans for the future?"
"Plan? My Hanjiang City has countless people and tens of thousands of acres of fertile land. Although we cannot quell the evildoers in this world, we can stabilize the area." Lin Han said.
"I've heard rumors that His Majesty is going to appoint eight lieutenants to the Western Garden, and General Xiao is likely to be on the list."
"Eight Colonels? Not interested." Lin Han shook his head and said, "Besides, I returned to Luoyang only for some minor matters and will be leaving Luoyang soon. I won't ask too much about the affairs of the court. Lord Cao, if there really are eight colonels, you will definitely be on the list."
"Let's talk about it later. If it's the emperor's order, neither you nor I can disobey." Cao Cao said helplessly, "Let's not talk about anything else. Today is a rare opportunity for us to chat. Let's just drink and chat. The affairs of the court are not our concern right now."
Cao Cao called out to the girl guarding the door to go back into the private room.
Boss Cao's hobbies are very specific. The girls around him are all of the top aesthetic standards in the world, and are no worse than the boss of Coco Tree.
Of course, Lin Han is no exception.
In the mess of cups and glasses, Lin Han bid farewell to Cao Cao and hurried back to his residence in Luoyang.
As soon as he arrived at the study, a dark shadow appeared in the study and bowed behind Lin Han.
"My Lord."
The man who came was Cao Zhengchun, the commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard. He was now undercover among the eunuchs of the royal family and had been collecting intelligence inside the palace.
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