Inside the reception room of Cao Cao's residence, Cao Cao, Yuan Shao, Xiahou Dun, Xiahou Yuan, and Xu Chu sat facing each other.
The group was chatting and laughing in the living room when Cao Cao skillfully picked up the teapot and poured a cup for each of them.
Cao Song, who had rushed out of the living room with a stick in his hand, stopped in his tracks upon hearing the laughter of the people inside. He stood outside the living room, wanting to hear what these little brats were saying.
Inside the hall, Yuan Shao stared at the clear tea in his cup with a puzzled expression, its delicate fragrance refreshing and invigorating.
"Aman, I was already amazed when you brought my mother some green vegetables yesterday, and now you've brought this wonderful fragrant tea! Your family certainly has a lot of good stuff!"
As he spoke, Yuan Shao picked up his teacup, closed his eyes slightly, and savored the aroma of the tea with a look of enjoyment before taking a small sip.
"Haha~, no problem, no problem at all. These were all obtained by my father from His Majesty. Ordinary people really can't get them. Follow me, and you'll have plenty of benefits, haha~!!"
Cao Cao laughed triumphantly. His father had become the emperor's most trusted minister, and he had indeed reaped many benefits as well.
"Slurp! Ah, this is such a rare treat!!"
As he spoke, Cao Cao picked up his teacup and slurped down the steaming tea in one gulp.
"Haha~ Big brother, you're really amazing! You found Uncle's tea leaves even though they were hidden so well. Tsk tsk tsk, this fragrant tea really brings back fond memories!"
Xiahou Dun followed Cao Cao's example, downing the tea in one gulp. He then wiped his mouth, laughed loudly, and praised the tea.
Xiahou Yuan nodded and chimed in, "Yes, yes, ever since I stole a little from my uncle's place and gave it to my father to try, he's been asking me to get some more every day. But my uncle hid it too well, and we've never been able to find it. Today, my elder brother came back and found it in no time. My father is in for a treat!"
"Hehe~ No one knows a father better than his son. No matter how hard he tries to hide it, he can't fool my eyes, can he?"
Cao Cao shook his head smugly, knowing full well the extent of Cao Song's wealth.
"By the way, elder brother, could you give me half of these tea leaves so I can take them back to my father?"
Xiahou Yuan looked at Cao Cao with anticipation.
Cao Cao quickly shook his head, "Hey~, that won't do, half is too much, your uncle will find out! It would be terrible if he found out!! We need to take it slow and steady, you know?"
Xiahou Dun quickly chimed in, "Yes, yes, elder brother is right, a slow and steady approach..."
Cao Song, who was outside the living room at that moment, heard Cao Cao and the Xiahou brothers talking and couldn't help but feel so angry that his teeth ached.
No wonder the good things I brought back to the manor didn't disappear so quickly; it turns out there was a thief in the house!
Cao Song's face darkened. He gripped the stick in his hand tightly, then stepped into the living room, his eyes blazing with fury as he stared at Cao Cao and the Xiahou brothers.
"What a wonderful long-term, steady approach! You little bastards, you actually dared to try and use it on this old man..."
"Bang!!"
Upon seeing Cao Song suddenly appear in the living room, Xiahou Yuan loosened his grip, and the teacup in his hand immediately fell onto the table.
Cao Cao's heart skipped a beat, his eyes darted around, and he began to think of a way to deal with it.
"Uncle... Uncle, why... why did you suddenly come back...?"
When Xiahou Dun saw the stick in Cao Song's hand, he felt an itch all over his body, and he stammered as he spoke.
Cao Song snorted coldly: "Hmph~, so I've come back at the wrong time...?"
Hearing Cao Song's gritted teeth, the Xiahou brothers couldn't help but shudder, and even Yuan Shao, who was standing to the side, suddenly felt a chill run down his spine.
"Ah, of course not. Father, you've returned just in time. It's cold today, so I've prepared a pot of hot tea for you!"
Cao Cao, on the other hand, put on a smiling face, stood up with a grin, and bowed to Cao Song, looking every bit like a filial son waiting for his father to return.
After saying that, he secretly gestured to Yuan Shao behind him, meaning: Hurry up and help!!!
Upon seeing this, Yuan Shao quickly stood up and bowed to Cao Song.
"Your nephew greets you, Uncle. I only asked you to share a few cups with me because I have a sweet tooth. I hope you won't take offense!"
"Oh, I see...! Aman is so generous in entertaining his friends, that's wonderful, truly wonderful!"
Seeing Yuan Shao take on so much responsibility, Cao Song looked at Cao Cao with a smile, appearing very pleased.
Cao Cao quickly replied, "Father is right... My son and I are like brothers. We have treasures in our family, and we should share them!"
"Okay, sure, sure...!"
Cao Song looked at Cao Cao with a forced smile, his eyes flashing with even more cold light. This unfilial son's ability to take advantage of others was no less than his own.
If they aren't taught a lesson soon, they might squander all their savings someday.
"Benchu, it's almost Chinese New Year, and things are busy at home, so I won't keep you here for dinner today. Shouldn't you go home? Hmm...?"
"ah??"
Faced with Cao Song's sudden order to leave, Yuan Shao was taken aback.
"This nephew takes his leave!!"
After saying this, Yuan Shao ignored Cao Cao's reluctant gaze, bowed to Cao Song, and walked out of the hall.
"Ah... Uncle, then... then we'll take our leave too!"
Seeing this, Xiahou Dun and Xiahou Yuan, who were standing nearby, hurriedly followed behind Yuan Shao, trying to escape as quickly as possible.
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