Three Kingdoms: Cao Cao is stunned when he reveals his time-traveling identity.

"Therefore, we must now lead the vanguard to Wancheng."

"Let's find out if that embroidery is real or fake."

"Although he won't truly surrender, he'll at least behave for a while."

Su Chen answered softly.

In fact, Su Chen wasn't sure what Zhang Xiu was up to either.

After all, whether it is official history or unofficial history, Zhang Xiu's surrender was only superficial and genuine.

After this, Cao Cao harassed Zou, the widow of his uncle Zhang Ji.

This enraged Zhang Xiu, who then secretly launched an attack on Cao Cao.

But what would have happened if Cao Cao hadn't flirted with Lady Zou?

No one knows.

But there was one thing Su Chen knew clearly.

Zhang Xiu must die.

Zhang Xiu was ambitious; otherwise, he would never have been able to hold sway over Wancheng for so many years.

With Jia Xu by his side, he is truly not to be underestimated.

With Chen Gong by his side, Lü Bu was able to secure a place in Xuzhou. Even someone as arrogant as Lü Bu could dominate a region with the help of a strategist.

Zhang Xiu was not Lü Bu. Although he was not as brave as Lü Bu, he was not as arrogant as him either.

Moreover, Jia Xu's talent is absolutely no less than Chen Gong's.

This kind of person should absolutely not be kept around.

This was not Su Chen's idea, but Cao Cao's.

In any case, Cao Cao would not keep him alive.

Even though Zhang Xiu was Zhao Yun's senior brother, having studied under Tong Yuan, and wielding the Hundred Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix spear with unparalleled skill.

But who would dare to employ such a talented general?

Upon hearing Su Chen's answer, Cao Ang frowned slightly.

"Sir, don't you claim to be a time traveler?"

"If that's the case, why are you unsure what Zhang Xiu is planning?"

Su Chen glanced at Cao Ang:

"My brother-in-law."

"What I know is what is recorded in history books, what has already happened."

"Since the Minister of Works has not personally led his troops to Wancheng, Zhang Xiu will not act rashly."

"But one thing is certain: now that Zhang Xiu has chosen to surrender, he will definitely not make any moves in the short term."

"As for how to treat him afterward, that's up to Sikong to decide."

Su Chen wished he could just tell Zhang Xiu the reason why he rebelled.

Without that reason, Zhang Xiu would simply surrender now.

But this reason is something I really can't say.

If you tell Cao Ang that the war was started because his father flirted with someone else's aunt.

With Cao Ang's temper, it would be strange if he didn't fight me to the death.

"Sir, I believe we should head to Wancheng first."

"Zhang Xiu would certainly not dare to do anything to us."

Just then, Xu Huang spoke up.

Su Chen nodded, neither agreeing nor disagreeing.

Everything will have to wait until we get to Wancheng.

……

Meanwhile, on the way to the Wei River.

Cao Cao led his army on horseback, traveling at a leisurely pace.

Dian Wei, standing to the side, couldn't help but say with deep concern:

"Master Sikong, what if Zhang Xiu's surrender is a ruse?"

"How can the eldest son possibly fight an enemy with only five hundred soldiers?"

Dian Wei did not believe Su Chen's account of the outcome of the Battle of Wancheng.

But Zhang Xiu was no honest man.

Everyone knows that Cao Ang was not only Cao Cao's eldest son, but also Cao Cao's most trusted and beloved son.

If he takes Cao Ang hostage, then things will be in big trouble!

"He wouldn't dare."

Cao Cao smiled slightly and responded with only three words.

Dian Wei hesitated for a moment before speaking:

"But... what if..."

Dian Wei was genuinely worried about Cao Ang's safety.

Among all of Cao Cao's troops, Dian Wei fought alongside Cao Ang the most on the battlefield.

The two had a very good relationship and often drank together in private.

Cao Ang is in danger right now, how can he be at ease?

Cao Cao spoke calmly:

"That's why I sent Su Chen to go with Ang'er."

"Even if Su Chen isn't a time traveler, he is indeed quite talented and has the ability to judge people."

"With him by my side, and Xu Huang nearby, even if Zhang Xiu dares to act recklessly, nothing will happen to him."

Dian Wei lowered his head and remained silent.

But deep down, he still felt something was amiss.

"Report!"

Just then, the voice of a scout came from afar:

"Reporting to the Minister of Works, the eldest son and Mr. Su have already led their army to Wancheng."

"Expected arrival tomorrow."

Cao Cao nodded and looked in the direction of Wancheng.

To be honest, he really hoped that someone as talented as Su Chen could work for him.

Just last year, Cao Cao's most trusted strategist, Xi Zhicai, passed away.

Although Xun Yu recommended Guo Jia, who was no less capable than Xi Zhicai.

Although Guo Jia was revered as a military advisor, he had no qualifications and could not establish himself in the army.

Moreover, he was physically weak, and Cao Cao was not at ease taking Guo Jia with him on campaigns.

Moreover, both Xun Yu and Xun You were well-suited to remain in the rear.

Unlike Xi Zhicai, who could follow the army and offer advice, he was far from being able to do so.

As for Cheng Yu, he possessed both the skills of a military general and the strategic acumen of a strategist.

However, in terms of strategy, he was always far inferior to Xi Zhicai.

Therefore, Cao Cao did not bring any strategists with him on this trip to Wancheng.

It's not that I don't want to bring one, it's just that there aren't any suitable ones.

In contrast, Su Chen, after only a short period of contact, one can sense that he possesses both literary and martial talents.

Even if he wasn't a time traveler, his vision for the future was unique.

Having such a person accompanying the army certainly put Cao Cao at ease.

"The surrender of Wancheng this time will be a good opportunity to see just how talented Su Chen really is."

"If he is truly talented, I intend to appoint him as my military advisor."

Just then, Cao Cao suddenly spoke up.

It's unclear whether he was talking to himself or to Dian Wei.

Upon hearing this, Dian Wei, who was standing nearby, was startled:

"Strategist and Chief Advisor?! Minister of Works, this…"

Although Dian Wei was a rough man, he knew how valuable the position of military advisor was in the army.

The title "Military Advisor Chief" can be understood as the head of all military advisors.

In the military, that's the pinnacle of civil service positions—their word is law.

Su Chen was a newcomer and had no experience whatsoever.

Even if the surrender was accepted properly, it wouldn't be considered a great achievement.

Does this mean the position of Military Advisor is going to be given to him?

Aren't there countless dissenting voices in the military?

Faced with Dian Wei's shock, Cao Cao simply smiled and offered no explanation.

He really did have this idea.

For some reason, Cao Cao had a vague feeling that Su Chen's abilities were still hidden.

This guy is probably far more talented than I imagined.

It's a waste of talent for someone like him to be a registrar.

Not to mention, he might actually be a time traveler.

In that case, it can help you avoid risks.

Unifying the world may not be a dream.

But all of this is based on the premise that Su Chen is truly and sincerely working for me.

"If this child is truly as I imagine him to be."

"Marrying Qinghe to him would truly be the best choice."

Cao Cao pondered to himself.

If Cao Ang knew Cao Cao's thoughts at this moment, he would probably vomit blood.

In Cao Ang's eyes, Su Chen was nothing but a complete lecher.

He's been eyeing his own sister even before they've met.

The worst part is, Dad actually had this idea?!

"Continue marching, quicken your pace."

"Get to the Wei River as soon as possible!"

……