The young Cao Cao studied in Pan Palace in Luoyang. He was a debauched knight, hated his castrated wife, and had a close relationship with the noble family Yuan Shao. In his hometown, he cured the plague and fought against the powerful, and became both enemies and friends with Zhang Jiao of Taiping Dao.
When he first showed his talents, he was promoted as Xiaolian and became the Northern Lieutenant. He was sent to Dunqiu Order because he killed Jiantu with a stick to save the love of his life, Bian Yu. He wisely recruited the bandit Dianwei, implemented the farming order, and turned Dunqiu into a rice granary, so that the people lived and worked in peace and contentment.
When the Yellow Turban Army rebelled, he participated in the suppression of the rebellion, and Zhang Jiao and Zhang expressed sympathy and said goodbye to Zhangshui. He appointed the Prime Minister of Jinan to eliminate obscene worship in temples and investigate Liu Kang's rebellion. The queens in the harem competed for favor, the prince established a heir apparent, and Cao Cao almost lost his life several times.
Dong Zhuo was in power, and Cao Cao rescued Cai Wenji. He Chen Liu raised troops, and the princes gathered to attack Dong Zhuo. He employed people based on their talents. Xun Yu, Xu You, Chen Gong and others assisted him in defeating the Black Mountain Army and formed the Qingzhou Army.
Cao Cao fulfilled his duties in every position he held and was determined to make progress, but he was often suppressed by the powerful. However, he became more courageous as he fought, was loyal to the emperor and served the country, and cared about the people of the world. Together with his wife Bian Yu, he started a life of ups and downs and glory in order to quell the war and improve the welfare of the people.
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