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

Chapter 51, Liu Xie visits the Cao family.
Dong Cheng snorted and nodded reluctantly, which was considered a greeting.

Cao Ang didn't mind and went to the garden, where he looked around with great interest for a while.

After Liu Xie and Xu Huang finished their sparring, Cao Ang stepped forward with a smile and said, "Your Majesty, my father asked me to invite you to his residence for a chat. You saved my father and me, and my father has prepared a small feast to express his gratitude!"

Cao Ang also deserves credit for this banquet.

Upon returning to Xuchang, Cao Ang spoke highly of the emperor to Cao Cao and Lady Ding.

Cao Cao's goodwill towards Liu Xie had increased considerably, and he felt that getting closer to the emperor would not do him any harm, so he agreed.

When visiting Cao Cao's residence, gifts were naturally essential. Liu Xie personally went to the Treasure Pavilion, rummaged through chests and cabinets, and found many fine items in large and small bags.

Then, he set off with Xu Huang and Zhao Yun.

Seeing that Xu Huang and Zhao Yun were carrying a lot of things, Cao Ang asked as they walked, "Your Majesty, why are you carrying so much stuff? What is all this?"

"You'll know when it arrives."

Throughout history, the relationships between people can be summed up in four words: human relationships and social customs!

Since it's a rare opportunity to visit the Cao family, gifts are naturally indispensable!
Upon arriving at the Sikong Mansion, Cao Cao personally came out to greet them, and he and Liu Xie walked hand in hand into the front hall.

Cao Cao was genuinely delighted. "It is an honor for Your Majesty to come to my humble abode. Last time, Your Majesty came to congratulate me on the birth of Chong'er. This time, I have specially prepared a banquet to thank Your Majesty for saving my life."

Liu Xie waved his hand, "Lord Cao, you flatter me. Lord Cao is very lucky. Even if I hadn't intervened, it would have been a close call. There is no one in the world who can harm Lord Cao!"

When it comes to flattery, Liu Xie was second to none; he always said nice things to everyone he met, and he was never wrong.

Of all the ways that have been said throughout history, flattery will never fail you!
Sure enough, Cao Cao was pleased, and when he saw the packages in Xu Huang and Zhao Yun's hands, he became somewhat curious.

Once everyone had arrived, Liu Xie smiled and said, "It's a rare treat for you to come to my residence. I've prepared a small gift, but it carries great meaning and is purely a token of my appreciation."

Liu Xie first walked to Cao Ang's side and handed him a precious sword. "I selected this from the Treasure Pavilion. I don't know if the eldest son will like it. I hope that in the future this sword will not only protect the eldest son and keep him safe, but also help you kill enemies and make meritorious contributions, just like your father, and become a talent that can be cultivated."

Cao Ang took the sword, admiring it greatly, and asked, "Your Majesty, does this sword have a name?"

Liu Xie smiled and said, "Let's call it the Sword of Benevolence and Righteousness."

Liu Xie had keen eyesight; while he was talking to Cao Ang, he took in the expressions of everyone in the room.

Although everyone had smiles on their faces, some people's smiles were genuine, while others were just going through the motions.

Liu Xie noticed a fleeting, unfriendly glint in Bian's eyes.

Liu Xie was startled, but he quickly understood!
Parents all over the world are the same; they all become selfish when it comes to their children's interests!
Cao Ang was young and handsome, skilled in both literature and martial arts, and of extremely noble status.

He is the eldest son!
Because Cao Cao's principal wife was Lady Ding, and although Cao Ang was an adopted son, Lady Ding treated him as her own son!
Everyone could see that Cao Ang was Cao Cao's successor!

Bian originally had no other intentions, but this sudden change in Wancheng brought about an unexpected event.

Lady Bian already knew that Cao Ang was surrounded and being attacked by dozens of people. If no one had rescued him, he would have surely died.

Zhao Yun saved him, but who made Zhao Yun do it? The emperor!

If Cao Ang were alive, he would undoubtedly be Cao Cao's successor. If Cao Ang were to pass away, given that Lady Bian had given birth to three outstanding sons for Cao Cao, her importance would be self-evident.

There is even reason to believe that she might replace Lady Ding. Historically, after Cao Ang's death, Lady Ding directly broke with Cao Cao, and Lady Bian successfully took over.

But now, Cao Ang has returned safely without any danger, and because he voluntarily gave his warhorse to Cao Cao, Cao Cao values ​​Cao Ang even more.

Even if Bian's son is outstanding in the future, he will have to stand aside and no one will be able to threaten Cao Ang's position!
This was undoubtedly a significant blow to the Bian family.

Some are happy, some are sad; this has been the constant throughout history.

If you're happy, someone else will naturally be unhappy!

Cao Ang nearly died, but was miraculously saved, which stirred up quite a ripple in Bian Shi's heart, which had been at peace for many years.

Bian skillfully concealed her emotions, smiling and feigning enthusiasm.

Madam Ding, however, had tears in her eyes, but she smiled more happily than anyone else.

How could a mother not be happy that her son had escaped unharmed? Now that Cao Cao doted on his son and the emperor also had a great liking for Cao Ang, Lady Ding was genuinely overjoyed.

Liu Xie gave gifts to every member of the Cao family, even to Cao Chong, who was only a few months old.

Finally, Liu Xie came to Lady Ding and presented her with a jade Buddha statue.

Liu Xie said affectionately, "My lady, I know you are a Buddhist and kind-hearted, and often go to the temple to pray for your family. I will give you this jade Buddha so that it may bless your family with peace, safety, and longevity."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Madam Ding was very modest and didn't say much.

Moreover, Lady Ding was one of the few women around Cao Cao who was not beautiful, dressed very plainly, and was also the oldest.

She was Cao Cao's principal wife, and they were a couple who had gone through thick and thin together. Although she did not bear Cao Cao any children, he still respected her very much.

In his early years, Cao Cao was away on business, and Lady Ding single-handedly supported the family business. She managed everything inside and outside the house in an orderly manner and never complained.

She also helped Cao Cao raise his two children, one was Cao Ang, and the other was Princess Qinghe.

In 220 AD, Cao Cao fell seriously ill. He was sixty-six years old at the time. Before his death, Cao Cao said: "I have nothing to regret in my life, except that I don't know how I should answer if Zixiu asks me where my mother is in the afterlife."

Throughout his life, Cao Cao wronged Lady Ding the most!
After Cao Ang died, Lady Ding resented Cao Cao, and the two divorced. Cao Cao even allowed Lady Ding to remarry, but she never remarried until her death!
Liu Xie spoke tactfully, referring to "your family" rather than "Madam Ding," meaning that everyone in the Cao family was safe and sound.

After all, Liu Xie only has a good relationship with Cao Cao at present, and there is still a long way to go before he can be tamed.

To subdue Cao Cao, we had to get serious.

From the very first day he arrived in Xudu, Liu Xie knew that it was impossible for all members of the Cao family to live peacefully from now on.

If the Cao family is safe and sound, then Liu Xie is in trouble.

When taming horses and cattle, whipping is inevitable, and bloodshed is unavoidable!

Moreover, after taming Cao Cao, it's perfectly normal for a few people to die.

Seeing that Liu Xie had considered things so thoroughly and that everyone had given him a gift, Cao Cao was very satisfied. After a while, Cao Cao dismissed everyone else and left only his sons to sit with him.

(End of this chapter)