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

Although Su Chen made a great contribution this time.

However, after careful consideration, Cao Cao still had doubts about Su Chen's claim of being a "time traveler".

After all, this is simply too unbelievable.

Compared to the term "time traveler,"

Cao Cao preferred to believe that Su Chen was a truly talented strategist with profound foresight.

Cao Cao simply couldn't understand why Su Chen, with such great talent, kept hiding his abilities.

He was even content with the position of a mere clerk and unwilling to take any official post with real power.

Otherwise, consider Su Chen's contribution in the Battle of Wancheng.

Appointing Su Chen as the military commander is entirely justified.

If Su Chen were to make further contributions in the future, Cao Cao even considered giving him the position of General Advisor.

But Su Chen refused no matter what, and it didn't seem like he was making excuses; he genuinely didn't want to.

Therefore, Cao Cao returned to his camp and was completely baffled.

Just then, Cao Ang strode into the tent.

He cupped his hands in greeting to Cao Cao and said:

"Father, Zhang Xiu's rebel army has now been completely dealt with."

"What should we do now?"

Cao Cao waved his hand and said:

"Lock him up first."

Upon hearing this, Cao Ang was taken aback:

"Father, Zhang Xiu has committed such an act; shouldn't he be executed on the spot to serve as a warning to others?"

Cao Cao shook his head and said:

"At present, our army has not yet been able to completely control Wancheng."

"Before we completely take Wancheng, let's spare his life."

"Also, has Jia Xu been found?"

Cao Ang was slightly taken aback, then nodded and said:

"Jia Xu is still in the city, but he has gathered some of the remaining troops."

"We will hold Wancheng to the death."

"However, it can be broken through by force."

"it is good."

Cao Cao nodded in satisfaction.

After a moment's hesitation, he asked:

"Ang'er, let me ask you a question."

"Why do you think Mr. Su has repeatedly refused my offer to promote him?"

This question startled Wang Caoang slightly.

After a moment of silence, he spoke:

"Even I'm not sure..."

"Mr. Su is the strangest person I have ever met."

"He clearly has such great talent, yet he refuses to accept power."

"If there is no other explanation... I think it is probably true, as Mr. Su said."

"He just didn't want his father to suspect him."

Upon hearing this, Cao Cao's lips twitched noticeably.

Fortunately, it was Cao Ang who said those words.

If it were anyone else, Cao Cao would have immediately changed his attitude.

"Could it be that my suspicions are truly so strong?"

"Even such a brilliant strategist doesn't dare to confront him directly?"

Cao Cao said coldly.

You couldn't detect any emotion in his tone.

But as soon as he said it, he fell silent.

Perhaps, that really is the case...

Before the great battle last night, Cao Cao had quite a few doubts about Su Chen.

They even suspected that Su Chen was a spy sent by Yuan Shao and others.

Only now have these doubts been dispelled.

Cao Ang lowered his head, not daring to answer.

Don't say he didn't know what to say.

Even if you know what to say, you absolutely cannot say it!

He knew his father's personality all too well.

He may be wrong, but no one can say for sure.

This is Cao Cao.

This is the spirit of Cao Cao: "I would rather betray others than be betrayed by them."

"Alright, you can go now."

"Oh, right, bring out Zhang Xiu and the others."

Upon hearing this, Cao Ang was taken aback.

Didn't they say they wouldn't punish Zhang Xiu?

Has Father suddenly changed his mind?

But though he harbored doubts, Cao Ang certainly wouldn't say anything aloud; instead, he cupped his hands in greeting.

"Here you are."

……

After the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.

Cao Cao sat in the main seat, with a table beside him, where Su Chen sat.

The remaining generals were positioned on both sides.

The atmosphere was very heavy.

Cao Cao turned to the side and calmly said to Su Chen:

"Sir, what do you suggest we do with Zhang Xiu?"

Upon hearing this, Su Chen was taken aback at first, then smiled slightly and said:

"Such decisions require the final approval of the Minister."

"However, Zhang Xiu will surrender again."

After saying that, Su Chen stopped talking.

The final decision was naturally left to Cao Cao.

Killing Zhang Xiu would certainly have both advantages and disadvantages.

But Su Chen couldn't weigh the pros and cons right now, while Cao Cao was well aware of it.

As for their surrender again, that's not just something Su Chen made up.

It is true.

Now, they have utterly routed Zhang Xiu's army.

If Zhang Xiu had any sense at all, he wouldn't dare to rebel again.

Soon, Zhang Xiu and a group of captured Zhang Xiu soldiers were bound hand and foot and made to kneel inside Cao Cao's army command tent.

"Zhang Xiu, let me ask you a question."

Just then, Cao Cao suddenly spoke:

"Since you chose to surrender to me, why did you rebel?"

"When I return to Xuchang, I will ask the Emperor for the title of Marquis of Wancheng for you."

"You can still be the city lord of Wancheng in the future, isn't that good?!"

Although Cao Cao's voice was devoid of emotion, it sent chills down Zhang Xiu's spine.

That's terrifying, absolutely terrifying!

At this time, Cao Cao only instilled fear in Zhang Xiu.

too frightening.

Zhang Xiu had no idea that Su Chen was the mastermind behind all of this.

In Zhang Xiu's eyes.

Cao Cao used himself as bait to lure out his true intentions!

Such boldness, such methods.

And their ability to counterattack and encircle is simply terrifying.

The fierce battle that lasted all night left Zhang Xiu completely disillusioned.

He was no match for Cao Cao!

Looking at Zhang Xiu, who was hanging his head and not daring to breathe loudly.

Cao Cao became even more convinced of Su Chen's idea.

Zhang Xiu at this moment was almost a completely different person from the one I met yesterday.

Their spirit and energy are completely different.

Clearly, this battle terrified him.

"well……"

"I treated you with all my heart, yet you repaid me like this."

"I am heartbroken."

Cao Cao squinted and murmured.

Zhang Xiu took a deep breath.

What did Cao Cao mean by those words?

It's obvious they want to kill him!

However, before he could figure out how to answer...

Cao Cao suddenly stood up and said in a deep voice:

"However, out of consideration for my past relationship with your uncle..."

I'll give you one more chance.

"Your Wancheng army is now completely under the control of my army."

"Just tell Jia Xu to open the city gates and surrender."

"I can pretend nothing happened last night and let bygones be bygones."

"The promises I made to you before will also be kept."

After hearing Su Chen's words, Cao Cao had already made his decision.

Although Zhang Xiu himself lost a significant number of Tiger Guards, fortunately, the overall damage was not too severe.

If Zhang Xiu is killed, Wancheng will be very difficult to control.

He was naturally aware of Jia Xu's methods.

If the Wancheng army launches a desperate counterattack, it will only bring them greater losses.

Zhang Xiu almost doubted that he had misheard.

He looked at Cao Cao with an incredulous expression.

For a moment, he didn't know whether Cao Cao was being sarcastic in his anger or was serious.

"Si...is Sikong's statement true?!"

Zhang Xiu looked at Cao Cao with a look of fear, afraid that Cao Cao might suddenly change his mind.

How could he possibly harbor any rebellious intentions now?

As long as I can live, that's better than anything else!

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