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

late at night.

A carriage slowly came to a stop outside the Sikong Mansion.

Cao Cao strode down from the carriage and turned to Su Chen, saying:

"Hahaha, sir, thank you so much for today."

"I never imagined that the salt-making method would be so simple, sir."

"But once they started making it, it was incredibly difficult."

"If it weren't for your guidance, I'm afraid they still wouldn't have been able to learn it by now."

Upon hearing this, Su Chen couldn't help but give a wry smile.

In fact, the technology of the Three Kingdoms period was already sufficient to produce fine salt.

It's just a change in methods and mindset.

However, if there is any thinking in this era that can transcend the boundaries of the times, it can only be a miracle.

"You flatter me, Sikong."

Su Chen smiled slightly, bowed, and turned to leave.

"Wait, sir, where are you going?"

Cao Cao stopped Su Chen and asked in confusion.

"Back to the barracks."

Su Chen was speechless.

If I don't go back to the barracks, am I supposed to stay at your house?

Su Chen was definitely a newcomer.

Where can I find a place to stay in Xudu?

Tonight, I'll have to find Xu Huang and Yu Jin to spend the night with them.

"It's getting late now; isn't it too far to return to the camp?"

"It's too unsafe."

Cao Cao frowned, strode forward, and said in a deep voice:

"Please come with me, sir. I have lodgings at my residence; you can stay here for the night."

"Tomorrow, I will find a place for you to stay."

Cao Cao then remembered that he had spent the entire day in Xuchang.

They actually forgot to arrange a place for Su Chen to stay.

This was Su Chen's first time in Xudu, and he was truly unfamiliar with the place.

If I don't go to the military camp, am I supposed to sleep on the street?

If others saw this, they would think that Cao Cao was harsh on his advisors.

"This...isn't this a bit inappropriate?"

Su Chen's expression froze.

Who would have thought that Boss Cao would actually let me stay at his house?

If this gets out, what will happen?!

"What's wrong with it?"

"Sir, you have rendered great service in Wancheng."

"Today, the salt-making process in the camp has been delayed again until now."

"Please stay at my residence for now!"

Cao Cao frowned immediately and said in a deep voice.

Su Chen immediately showed a look of hesitation.

Honestly, he really didn't want to live in the Sikong Mansion.

What kind of place is the Sikong Mansion?

A place only the Cao family can live in!

Riding in the same carriage as Cao Cao today is eye-catching enough.

This place is a den of dragons and tigers, and Su Chen had no idea what the specifics of it were.

But Su Chen knew that apart from the Cao family, no matter how important someone was, it was impossible for them to stay overnight at the Sikong Mansion.

If this gets out, I'm afraid I'll become the target of everyone's criticism.

"Let's forget about it."

"Lord Sikong, there are too many people and too many eyes in Xudu, I'm afraid..."

Su Chen was about to politely decline.

Unexpectedly, Cao Cao grabbed Su Chen's hand and headed towards the Sikong Mansion:

"What are you afraid of, sir?"

"Let's see who dares to say anything against this!"

In fact, if Su Chen really was just a strategist under his command...

Cao Cao would never allow Su Chen to live in the Sikong Mansion.

However, in Cao Cao's eyes at this time, Su Chen was the most suitable son-in-law.

What's wrong with my prospective son-in-law staying one night?

Su Chen couldn't resist Cao Cao's insistence and was forcibly dragged into the study.

"This is my study."

"Sir, please stay here tonight."

"You may use any items in the mansion as you wish, and you may go anywhere in the mansion."

"They treated it like their own home."

Cao Cao said nonchalantly:

"Please stay here for the next few days, sir."

"I will send someone to find you a place to stay tomorrow."

Having said that, Cao Cao strode away.

Before leaving, they arranged for two maids to help Su Chen change his clothes.

Su Chen wasn't from ancient times, and he genuinely couldn't stand being waited on like this.

He resolutely refused the maid and locked himself in his study.

Boss Cao's study did have a scholarly atmosphere.

This is understandable; Cao Cao was not only good at fighting.

He was also highly accomplished in poetry and prose.

Putting aside everything else, the line "Facing the eastern cliffs, I gaze upon the vast sea" alone has been immortalized for centuries.

Not to mention the many outstanding works in contemporary times.

Just as Su Chen was about to go to sleep.

Suddenly, a melodious voice drifted over from afar.

Although it was only partially visible, Su Chen still felt the moving power of the music!

He immediately sat up and opened the window to listen carefully.

It's the sound of a guzheng.

This was the first time Su Chen had ever heard such melodious and graceful guzheng music.

It's completely different from what we see in modern videos.

The person playing the zither is able to play it so beautifully and ethereally!

Even if Su Chen had no knowledge of the art of playing the zither and was a complete novice.

But hearing it still makes me feel refreshed.

For some reason, he inexplicably opened the door, wanting to find the source of the sound.

As we walked, we came to a garden.

The fragrant flowers were accompanied by the increasingly close sound of a guzheng.

Absolutely amazing.

The guzheng music gradually faded, clearly preparing for a change of key.

Just then, Su Chen gradually came to his senses.

His eyes widened immediately.

Without realizing it, I had walked out of the study!

However, just as Su Chen looked up, he saw a stunningly beautiful sight.

A young girl dressed in a pale yellow dress is playing the zither.

She had her head down, so only half of her profile could be seen.

But in just a moment, it completely drew Su Chen's attention.

I have never seen such a beautiful woman!

Under the moonlight, her skin appeared exceptionally fair.

It evokes the feeling of a beautiful woman emerging from the moonlight.

Under her slender, jade-like fingers, one beautiful note after another was played.

"A beautiful woman paired with beautiful music, excellent, excellent, excellent!"

Su Chen couldn't help but nod in approval and clapped his hands gently.

"Who is it?"

The girl was clearly not expecting anyone to be there, and a look of fear flashed across her face.

"My name is Su Chen, courtesy name Jingming, and I am the Chief Clerk of the Army under the Commander of the Ministry of Works."

"The girl's music was so melodious that I couldn't help but be drawn to it."

"I apologize for any offense I may have caused."

Su Chen smiled calmly and slowly bowed, saying...

This is at the Sikong Mansion.

Who else could this girl be?

"Su Chen? You're Su Chen?"

The girl's look of terror vanished instantly.

Instead, curiosity took its place.

She looked Su Chen up and down.

Although Su Chen's attire was rather plain.

But the strong look between his brows and his handsome features gave the girl a good first impression.

She chuckled softly and said:

"My brother mentioned you before."

"It is said that although Su Chen is talented, he often says some strange and unusual things."

"Moreover, he is cunning and treacherous, not a kind person."

"Let me stay as far away from you as possible."

"Looking at it today, it doesn't seem to be what my brother said."

Upon hearing this, Su Chen had already confirmed the identity of the girl in front of him!

Cao Cao's eldest daughter, and Cao Ang's only full sister!

Princess Qinghe!

Princess Qinghe was not renamed Qinghe because she was granted the title.

Her real name is Cao Qinghe.

However, upon hearing Cao Qinghe's words, Su Chen was both amused and exasperated.

Cao Ang, oh Cao Ang.

What do you mean by that?

What does it mean to be cunning and treacherous, and not a kind person?

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