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

It was afternoon.

The Sikong Mansion.

Cao Cao stood in front of the grand gate of the Sikong Mansion.

Before him stood the steps of the Sikong Mansion.

Standing there was a group of impoverished scholars who had come from all over to seek his company.

Cao Cao smiled slightly and said:

"Distinguished guests!"

"Has anyone heard about the challenge list I recently set up in Xudu?"

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement.

Cao Cao continued:

"Because this challenge is too difficult."

"Therefore, no one has dared to challenge us for the past five days."

"However, Su Chen from Wancheng is also my chief clerk."

"He volunteered to take on the challenge!"

"Unfortunately, the challenge failed in less than three days."

It must be said that Cao Cao's acting skills were truly superb.

As for Su Chen's background, nobody knows.

If you simply say you're from Wancheng, no one can find out.

Who can know where a time traveler actually lives?

Upon hearing this, the scholars immediately tensed up.

This is what they have been most worried about these days.

Su Chen's courage to take on challenges, coupled with the praise of various aristocratic families, led to the widespread belief that Su Chen was the replacement for the scholar from a humble background.

If Su Chen succeeds.

This will greatly boost the confidence of scholars from humble backgrounds.

But to their utter surprise, Su Chen gave up the challenge that very morning!

They were filled with apprehension.

Some people even considered turning back home.

What does this tell us?

If Cao Cao thought that all scholars from humble backgrounds were like this, they would not be able to persevere and complete important tasks.

What should we do then?

Now that Cao Cao himself has brought this up, how could they not be nervous?

Cao Cao smiled slightly and said:

"Although Chief Clerk Su failed."

"But he dared to try, setting an example for others!"

"Even if he fails, his touching actions will be remembered."

"Therefore, I, the Minister of Works, hereby award him one thousand taels of copper coins as encouragement!"

"The world is not lacking in talented people, but in those who dare to try!"

After saying this, Cao Cao deliberately glanced around at the talented scholars below.

Was he saying this to Su Chen?

Clearly, this was addressed to all the scholars below!

It was clearly Guo Jia's advice that led Cao Cao to make this decision.

If that's the case, then let's go with the flow.

Su Chen's actions serve as the best example!

Only by daring to try can you find gold in the desert!

In this way, Cao Cao's reputation for valuing talent and treating scholars with respect was able to spread far and wide!

Recruiting talented people was Cao Cao's ultimate goal!

as predicted.

After Cao Cao finished speaking, the scholars below immediately showed expressions of shock.

Then came the excitement and exhilaration!

They never expected things to turn out this way!

"Sikong Aixian is truly a rare talent, one in a hundred years!"

"Sikong's actions are truly heartbreaking!"

"The world is not lacking in talented people, but rather in those who dare to try! Sikong's words are truly insightful!"

The crowd immediately began to discuss it.

Cao Cao stood with his hands behind his back, observing everything.

The more he looked at Su Chen, the more he liked him.

Wow, that's amazing!

Unexpectedly, it all happened over such a small matter.

Su Chen actually used a series of schemes!

If it succeeds, it will be a natural way for him to step down and promote a culture of thrift!

Even if it doesn't work out, there's always a better possibility!

Recruiting talent is far better than promoting any kind of frugality!

As for repairing the palace, what's the rush?

The Emperor only said that it needed to be repaired, but he didn't give a deadline!

No rush!

Find talent, consolidate the current situation, and proceed steadily.

Whether you focus on Yangzhou or Xuzhou, there are plenty of talented people to utilize!

This is the most crucial point!

When the scholars were in high spirits.

Cao Cao left quietly.

"Ang'er, go and deliver the money to the master."

"Remember, you must make sure everyone sees this."

"The money was indeed given to the gentleman."

As soon as the door was closed, Cao Cao gave his instructions.

Cao Ang nodded and said:

"Here you go!"

However, before he could leave, Cao Cao continued:

"etc!"

"Give him a thousand copper coins."

"But in private, give them a little more."

"Give me twenty taels of silver first."

"Don't let anyone else see this money."

Cao Ang was dumbfounded:

"Twenty taels of silver?!"

"Father, why?"

Twenty taels of silver is definitely not a small amount!

In ancient times, the purchasing power of silver was extremely high.

Cao Cao said helplessly:

"Ang'er, when will your mind be as sharp as your teacher's?"

"Sir, you have been under my command for so long, yet you have not received any salary."

"Now we can only get meals by mooching off the Minister of Works!"

"Let's not even talk about what others think."

"What do you expect the gentleman to think?!"

"Could it be that you, sir, are a time traveler who traveled to my place and brought me so many surprises?"

"And I'm not treating you well?!"

"What kind of logic is that?"

These words left Cao Ang completely dumbfounded.

That's definitely the logic...

But something just feels off.

"Go quickly."

"Tell the sir that he should refrain from coming to the Sikong residence for the next few days to recruit talent."

"If a poor scholar sees this, it will be very troublesome."

Cao Cao frowned and waved his hand.

If he can't come to the Sikong Mansion, Su Chen, who has no money, will starve to death.

Twenty taels of silver is enough for him to eat and drink.

Cao Ang immediately understood and nodded, saying:

"Here you go!"

"Also, the weather has been nice these past few days."

"Tomorrow, you and Anmin should take Qinghe on a picnic."

Cao Cao called out to Cao Ang once again.

Cao Ang was stunned for a moment, and couldn't help but look up at the sky.

Dark clouds gathered overhead, indicating that rain was imminent.

Is the weather nice?

"Father, you wouldn't be thinking of using this outing as an excuse...?"

Before he could finish speaking, Cao Ang received a solid kick to the buttocks:

"Just go when I tell you to!"

Cao Cao was so angry with Cao Ang that he was about to die.

Cao Ang is good in every way.

She's just too straightforward.

Say whatever comes to mind.

He has the ability, but no emotional intelligence whatsoever.

How could he entrust such a great undertaking to him?

"You should spend more time with your husband!"

"Watch carefully and learn well!"

"I'll be very happy if you ever have even the slightest bit of your husband's intelligence!"

Without saying a word, Cao Cao turned and left.

Cao Ang was left scratching his head, completely bewildered, finding it all quite perplexing.

Although he no longer opposes Qinghe and Su Chen's relationship.

but……

Why is her own father so eager to push his daughter away?

"Never mind all that."

"We still need to get some money first; we can't neglect you, sir."

Cao Ang sighed softly and hurried toward the Sikong Mansion's accounting office.

At the same time, a pretty figure flashed by not far away.

It's clearly Qinghe!

She had just passed by this place and unexpectedly overheard her father and brother's conversation.

"A picnic tomorrow?"

"Then wouldn't I be able to see the master?"

Qinghe's eyes lit up, and his heart inexplicably quickened.

"Then I'll have to prepare properly!"

……