With Cao Cao by my side, what do I have to fear from the world?

Chapter 46, let's just consider it a lesson for Cao Cao.
Jia Xu squinted, pondered for a moment, and advised, "General, just pretend this didn't happen. We need to plan everything carefully. Even if we want to deal with Cao Cao, we have to wait until he completely lowers his guard before we can take him by surprise."

Zhang Xiu was panting heavily, like a wild beast about to go berserk. "My uncle just passed away not long ago, and my aunt and I are still in mourning. I never expected Cao Cao to be so arrogant and bullying. This is intolerable!"

Jia Xu said, “General, a small act of impatience can ruin a great plan. The more anxious and angry you are, the more counterproductive it will be. Once Cao Cao becomes wary, you will really be unable to do anything to him. Don’t worry, I will help you get revenge.”

After much persuasion from Jia Xu, Zhang Xiu finally managed to calm down temporarily.

For the next period of time, Zhang Xiu pretended not to know about the matter. The more he did so, the more pleased Cao Cao became. He slept with Zhang Xiu every day, enjoying the company of the young woman.

Lady Zou was shy and afraid of gossip, so she persuaded Cao Cao to move outside the city, and Cao Cao agreed.

In Cao Cao's view, Zhang Xiu should have known about this long ago, and perhaps Zhang Xiu didn't even take this small matter to heart.

Liu Xie remained in the city, occasionally strolling around and taking time to talk and chat with the soldiers around him. He was particularly attentive to the lower-ranking officers in Cao Cao's camp.

Because Liu Xie knew very well that generals like Cao Ren, Li Dian, and Yue Jin had followed Cao Cao from the very beginning and were extremely loyal to him.

They built their empire together, started their business together; their relationship was impenetrable.

Even if we could win them over, the cost would be too high.

On the contrary, those at the lower levels, such as captains or below, represent a true blue ocean for Liu Xie, offering great potential.

For example, Liu Xie quickly became familiar with people like Xiahou Lan, Duan Zhao, Ren Fu, and Niu Jin.

Even a simple greeting on a normal day can excite these people for a long time.

On the way, Liu Xie ran into Jia Xu. He smiled and waved, "Wenhe, come and play a game of chess with me. Guo Jia often asks me to play my new chess game."

Jia Xu couldn't refuse, but he secretly thought that since he was going to take action, he might as well take the emperor hostage as well.

Over time, Jia Xu became acquainted with Liu Xie. He tried his best to appease Liu Xie, while Zhang Xiu was secretly making preparations.

That night, Liu Xie suddenly summoned Xu Huang and Zhao Yun to his side, his expression becoming much more serious.

Both of them were taken aback for a moment. Xu Huang asked, "Your Majesty, what's wrong? Is there something you need?"

"Zhang Xiu is about to betray us!" Liu Xie exclaimed in a startling statement.

"What? Your Majesty, how did you know?" The two of them had always felt that the city was very peaceful and had not noticed anything unusual.

Liu Xie smiled faintly and said, "Cao Cao and Zhang Xiu's aunt, Zou Shi, have been together for so many days. It's no secret that they've been together for so long. But everything is as calm as ever, as if nothing has happened. This is not normal."

Xu Huang and Zhao Yun both had strong opinions about Cao Cao seizing Zou's property.

Zhao Yun shook his head and coldly snorted, "If Zhang Xiu really wants to cause trouble, then Cao Cao has only himself to blame and can't blame anyone else."

Liu Xie smiled and said, "Therefore, I won't warn him beforehand. Consider it a lesson for Cao Cao!"

"Your Majesty, what are you really thinking?" Zhao Yun couldn't help but ask.

“If we remind him and give Cao Cao time to prepare, Zhang Xiu’s rebellion will be quelled quickly, and Cao Cao will consider it a matter of course, since Zhang Xiu is still somewhat inferior in terms of strength.” “Therefore, there is no need to remind him; it will not have any effect. Even if we do nothing, it will be difficult for Zhang Xiu to seriously damage Cao Cao.”

Zhao Yun asked, "What is Your Majesty's intention?"

"When Cao Cao is in trouble at a critical moment, Gongming will go to his rescue, while Zilong will protect the safety of Cao Cao's son."

Xu Huang seemed to understand something. "Your Majesty, you said before that you wanted me to serve Cao Cao. Could it be...?"

Liu Xie nodded. "This time you go to rescue Cao Cao. Although he may not be in any danger, it is still an opportunity to show your abilities. Even without my recommendation, Cao Cao will be tempted to recruit you."

Zhao Yun suddenly had an idea: "Actually, we can take this opportunity to use Zhang Xiu to get rid of Cao Cao."

Liu Xie shook his head. "I have told you all that the only way to bring peace to the world is to rely on Cao Cao. This time, I will save Cao Cao!"

Liu Xie said earnestly, "You must understand that Cao Cao is not only our enemy, but also one of our own. If we use him properly, he can help us do many things. Helping him is helping myself!"

Their relationship was one of mutual benefit.

Because everything they possessed could be shared, Cao Cao's soldiers were also Liu Xie's soldiers.

Wasn't the territory that Cao Cao owned the same as Liu Xie's territory?
Just like the property certificate for the same house, the current owner's name is Cao Cao, and Liu Xie hopes that one day the name on the property certificate can be changed to his own!
"You all need to be prepared these next few days."

Jia Xu gradually developed a liking for chess. Firstly, chess was indeed very interesting, and secondly, he also wanted to appease Liu Xie so that he could continue to stay in the city.

Cao Cao and Lady Zou moved to the military camp outside the city, where they became even more unrestrained, eating and sleeping together day and night.

Lady Zou was a respectable woman, but when she encountered a troublesome man like Cao Cao, she had no choice but to let Cao Cao do as he pleased.

On this day, Zhang Xiu sent someone to deliver a wooden box. Cao Cao opened it and looked at it with some doubt. "Isn't this a woman's daily necessities? There are jewelry and a change of clothes."

Madam Zou blushed and said, "These are all things I usually use. I didn't expect Zhang Xiu to be so thoughtful, taking the initiative to pack them up and send them over."

Cao Cao laughed heartily, "Zhang Xiu is really thoughtful. It seems that he is not only not angry about what happened between us, but also wants to help us. Haha, I knew it. The warriors of Xiliang are upright and magnanimous. How could they take such a thing to heart?"

Cao Cao had indeed become arrogant. He thought that since Zhang Xiu had already submitted to him, he would be obedient to him and could do whatever he wanted.

Zhang Xiu would not be dissatisfied if he were forced to take Zhang Xiu's aunt as a concubine.

If Jia Xu hadn't reminded him, Zhang Xiu would have already attacked.

Sending these things was also Jia Xu's idea, in order to keep Cao Cao calm as much as possible and prevent him from becoming suspicious.

The box also contained many books that Zou liked to read, with the first one on top being "Admonitions for Women".

When her gaze fell upon him, Zou's face flushed with shame, almost to the point of bleeding. She was so embarrassed that she wanted to disappear. She glanced helplessly at Cao Cao, feeling like crying but having no tears left. It was all fate!

(End of this chapter)