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

Chapter 15, Wang Cairen is not bad.
Wang Cai's tavern has been transformed into Hongyun Restaurant, located not far from the newly built palace, at a sunny street corner.

The location is good, the decoration is good, it has two floors, and it is still being expanded.

People come and go in front of the door, with drinkers coming and going in an endless stream.

Liu Xie led Dian Wei straight into the restaurant. Wang Cai was greeting guests, and upon seeing Liu Xie, he quickly greeted him with a smile.

"Honored guest, a private room on the second floor has been reserved just for you, please!"

Even now, Wang Cai still doesn't know Liu Xie's true identity, but Wang Cai is an honest man, and he is sincerely grateful to Liu Xie.

Without Liu Xie's guidance and reminders, his business wouldn't be so successful.

Liu Xie didn't stand on ceremony and led Dian Wei straight upstairs.

During this month, Liu Xie not only guided Wang Cai and other people he valued, but also carefully observed them.

Because once you make money, you will change a lot.

Some people will remember Liu Xie's kindness and respect him from the bottom of their hearts.

Some people, however, get carried away as soon as they make a little money, becoming so proud that they look down on everyone else.

Wang Cai always kept a low profile. He kept Liu Xie's guidance in mind and would always respectfully and humbly seek his advice whenever Liu Xie came here.

Dian Wei wasn't interested in doing business, but Wang Cai's small tavern had suddenly become a large restaurant, which made Dian Wei look at Liu Xie with some new respect.

On the second floor, facing the street, Wang Cai specially built a private room for Liu Xie. Even though the room is usually empty, no one else can come in casually.

"Honored guest, I have never had the pleasure of learning your name. Without your guidance, I would not be where I am today."

Wang Cai personally arranged the food and wine, selecting the best wines and dishes, and laid out a table full of them.

Dian Wei, who initially only drank three cups, gradually became able to sit down and join in the eating and drinking.

Liu Xie waved his hand, "I was just giving you some pointers, it's nothing, don't worry about it. My surname is Liu."

"Young Master Liu, I really don't know how to thank you. I've already brought my whole family to Xudu, and business is booming. How about we share half of this money with you?"

Wang Caineng offered to share half of the money he earned with Liu Xie, and Liu Xie secretly nodded in agreement.

How many people can resist the temptation of money?

Liu Xie waved his hand, "I don't need the money, you should keep it."

Liu Xie was indeed not short of money, because he simply didn't have many places to spend it.

He doesn't need to recruit soldiers or seize territory; he is the emperor.

Cao Cao was provided with food and drink, didn't have to work overtime, had a stable schedule, and was surrounded by beautiful women and guards.

Money is important, but Liu Xie really can't spend too much.

Cao Cao could lack money from anyone but the emperor.

Wang Cai became anxious, "How can this be? I have received such a great favor from you. If I do not repay this kindness, I will not be able to eat or sleep in peace."

To receive such immense wealth for no reason, from complete strangers who asked for nothing in return, was like a dream to Wang Cai.

Seeing that Wang Cai was sincere and kept talking, constantly agonizing over the matter.

Liu Xie finally said helplessly, "How about this, I'll keep the money with you for now. I can ask you for it whenever I need it."

Liu Xie pointed to Dian Wei beside him, "Look at me, I have guards when I go out, do I look like someone who's missing a thread?"

Wang Cai opened his mouth, but finally nodded helplessly, "Alright then, I'll keep it for you, young master."

Liu Xie waved his hand and laughed, "You're so busy with your business, you don't need to keep me company here."

Wang Cai hurriedly shook his head, "That won't do. Other guests have waiters, but as soon as you arrive, I'll take care of you personally. I don't trust anyone else to serve you!"

Liu Xie smiled and said, "Alright, I can't refuse your hospitality, so please stay." The food and wine were all the best dishes, and even Dian Wei praised them highly. He had only intended to drink a few cups, but he couldn't resist Liu Xie's polite insistence.

"Dian Wei, eat and drink as much as you like, just don't get drunk. There are no other military duties right now, so eat and drink to your heart's content."

In fact, upon hearing the name Dian Wei, Wang Cai could have easily sent someone to inquire about him, but he didn't.

"Wang Cai, what are your plans for the future?"

After drinking a few more cups with Dian Wei, Liu Xie looked at Wang Cai and asked.

Wang Cai shook his head, "I'm already very content to have a restaurant like this."

Liu Xie asked, "Actually, this place has just been established as the capital, and there are plenty of lucrative businesses to be had. Aren't you tempted?"

While pouring wine for Liu Xie, Wang Cai replied, "Young master, the business of this restaurant alone keeps me up at night. Do you know how much I earn in a day?"

Liu Xie smiled and said, "You don't need to tell me how much money you made. You deserve it all. You did a great job. You made a fortune and still managed to stay restrained and not let greed blind you."

If it were someone else, they might be eager to learn more about ways to make money from Liu Xie.

But Wang Cai was already very content.

"Wang Cai, next, remember to take out some money to help the poor, and then take out some money to donate to Cao Sikong."

"Okay, I'll do it for sure."

"What? You don't even want to ask why?"

This Wang Cai is indeed very honest and upright.

Wang Cai replied, "Young master meant well. You are thinking of me. It is enough for me to know that."

Liu Xie poured Dian Wei a cup of wine, which startled Dian Wei. The emperor was actually pouring him wine. Just as he was about to refuse, Liu Xie waved his hand, gesturing for him to sit down.

Then, Liu Xie poured Wang Cai another cup.

Wang Cai tremblingly accepted the wine glass, too excited to say anything.

Liu Xie laughed and said, "I don't just pour wine for anyone. Only those I admire are qualified to drink the wine I pour!"

Dian Wei knew Liu Xie's identity, and he couldn't help but feel a little excited.

"drink!"

Liu Xie raised his wine cup first and drank it all in one gulp.

Liu Xie had no worries what he said or did here; he was not concerned at all that Dian Wei would go back and inform Cao Cao.

Because Liu Xie did not plot a rebellion.

He just ate and drank, and casually gave Wang Cai some pointers.

Cao Cao was busy with important national affairs; a mere tavern was nothing to him.

Cao Cao wanted the whole country!
Even if you gave him ten thousand restaurants, he wouldn't be interested!

After they had drunk some wine, Liu Xie explained, "Xudu has just been pacified, and there are many refugees from the past. Relieving the people will help you stay true to yourself. One cannot look down on the poor once one becomes wealthy. In addition, Minister Cao also needs to appease the people. He will be very pleased with what you are doing. As for asking you to donate money to Minister Cao, he is a first-rate loyal minister of our Han Dynasty. He has many things to do and needs money in many places."

By having Wang Cai take the lead in donating money, Liu Xie achieved two goals at once: first, he could save Wang Cai's life.

Wang Cai made money, which inevitably aroused envy and jealousy. Cao Cao would be very pleased that he took the lead in donating money and would never allow anyone to cause trouble for Wang Cai.

In addition, Cao Cao's ambition to establish his hegemony was just beginning, and he was indeed short of money.

Cao Cao needed money to build his empire, so Liu Xie had to give him a hand!
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