Chapter 7: Firm Refusal

Brother, why do you say such things? We, the Yellow Turbans, rise from the grasslands to rebel against the court. Wealth, women, and riches are inexhaustible; joining the Yellow Turbans means living freely and happily. How could there ever be a day as you describe?

With a number of civil officials and military generals having perished, there were still many more to take their place, with hundreds rising to prominence. It was only at this point that Cao Chan realized the era he had entered was one that stirred the blood of men.

They indeed will not be affected in any way. However, it requires just a word from you. Pei Shao looked at Chen Dong and a few others in the distance, who were dragged away but not killed, and said with a smile

Xiong Hu's words struck Chen Dong and the others like a bolt from the blue, leaving them dazed as they were dragged away by several approaching Yellow Turban bandits. "Brother Cao, Brother Cao, save me!" Chen Hou's desperate cries echoed, as he no longer entertained any thoughts of Cao Chan as a wayward son; he had long regarded him as his only lifeline. Gripped by the fear of execution as he was pulled by the Yellow Turban bandits, he could only wail in despair, hoping that Cao Chan would come to his rescue. "Brother Cao, Brother Cao, save me!" Chen Hou's desperate cries echoed, as he no longer entertained any thoughts of Cao Chan as a wayward son; he had long regarded him as his only lifeline. Gripped by the fear of execution as he was pulled by the Yellow Turban bandits, he could only wail in despair, hoping that Cao Chan would come to his rescue.

Pei Su felt somewhat reassured after witnessing Cao Chan's earlier performance. However, Xiong Hu's expression changed dramatically; he raised the knife in his hand, seemingly about to strike at Cao Chan.

Cao Chan did not respond; his words were rather bland, as insipid as plain water. Liao Hua likely had more to say. Indeed, Liao Hua's expression suddenly changed, becoming playful, as he looked at Cao Chan and said: "You have quite a bit of courage; our second leader is someone who kills without blinking. Just now, if it weren't for my quick eyes and swift hands, you might have become a ghost under the knife."

"Monkey, Winter Brother, Little White." Chen Wan's expression changed, and he wanted to chase after them, but Cao Chan, with an unchanging face, pulled Chen Wan back and smiled at him, who was glaring in anger for being stopped, saying, "Rest assured, the three leaders have put in such great effort to bring us here; they are likely not here to kill us"

"Do not call us 'warriors' anymore; we do not understand the customs of scholars like you. I am Pei Po, he is Xiong Hu, and this is Liao Hua. You may address us by our names directly." Reflecting on Liao Hua's words during the journey, along with Cao Chan's cleverness, Pei Po treated Cao Chan with respect.

At the end, Cao Chan looked at the three leaders with bright eyes. Cao Chan had now grasped the situation; Liao Hua wanted him to join the Yellow Turbans, while that brute Xiong Hu despised cowards. At this moment, the more composed one appeared, the more room for maneuvering there would be.

Cao Chan's bright eyes, piercing in their gaze, stared directly at Pei Sang. With a firm voice, he uttered a refusal that resonated powerfully, appearing calm and unafraid.

The guilt on Chen Wan's face was invisible to Cao Chan. He released his grip on Chen Wan's hand and smiled at Pei Pao, saying: "What Leader Pei is about to say is probably the same as what Leader Liao would say. However, I refuse to join the Yellow Turbans."

Yet he was firmly grasped by Liao Hua, who looked at Cao Shan with increasing admiration in his eyes. At such a moment, to remain calm and resolutely refuse with a voice that resonated powerfully is commendable. Without even discussing his abilities, this integrity alone commands respect. Such a person, once they join, will undoubtedly be the most reliable partner.

"Get down." A cold snort sounded from outside. It was the person who had captured them. Cao Chan did not hesitate, stepping out of the carriage with large strides. The four members of the Chen family, who were slightly hesitant, followed suit and exited the carriage.

However, persuading someone to surrender still requires skill. Just now, Pei Po acted as the intermediary, while Xiong Hu played the role of the heavy. It is now time for me, the good cop, to make my appearance

"Joining the Yellow Turbans, sooner or later, it will lead to death. Dying now or dying in the future, what difference does it make? At present, I am still reckless with my life; when I eventually enjoy the carefree and joyful days of the Yellow Turbans, valuing my life then would only bring greater suffering." Cao Chan spoke with a sense of detachment, yet the underlying sentiment was ever-present. Carefree and joyful, the Yellow Turbans! This is clearly a statement filled with emotion. Yet the underlying sentiment was ever-present. Carefree and joyful, the Yellow Turbans! This is clearly a statement filled with emotion

A glimmer of admiration flashed in Pei Suo's eyes, and he felt a certain confidence in Liao Hua's decision and planning. This person truly possesses a commendable demeanor

"Leader Pei, Leader Xiong, Leader Liao," Cao Chan addressed the three of them. Compared to Cao Chan's fearless eloquence, Chen Wan and the others appeared much more timid. Chen Wan was relatively better, possessing considerable courage, and was able to follow closely behind Cao Chan, observing Liao Hua and the others. The other three, however, seemed quite dispirited, with Chen Hou simply staring at his own toes.

In Cao Chan's words, a hat that is neither too big nor too small merely eased the expressions of Pei Pao and Xiong Hu somewhat, yet Liao Hua's eyes brightened, and he felt a secret joy in his heart

The Three Kingdoms indeed serves as a battleground where heroes abound and exceptional talents are everywhere. For the first time, Cao Zhan gained a peripheral understanding of this chaotic era of the Three Kingdoms, a time when stars gathered and countless heroes emerged, through maps and literature.

The winding mountain road is impassable for horse-drawn carriages

What is your brother's name? Liao Hua gave Pei Pao a glance, signaling him to stop Xiong Hu. He stepped forward and looked at Cao Chan.

This call of "brave man" greatly eased the expressions of Pei Pao and Xiong Hu. It is important to note that those so-called scholars often referred to them as thieves and rebels, which is why they have killed many such individuals

After dismounting from the carriage, Cao Chan quickly surveyed the terrain. He discovered that they had stopped at the foot of several seemingly steep mountains, with a narrow path winding its way upward

Zen?" Liao Hua pondered this name carefully, a smile flickering across his face as he said: "Zen, it implies both Zen and the act of conferring the throne, suggesting that your ancestors were not only scholars but also possessed remarkable courage

In the modern society, which is akin to a vast melting pot, the ability to read between the lines and observe subtle changes in expression is fundamental. Upon noticing a slight change in the expressions of the two individuals, Cao Chan could not help but feel more certain in his heart.

"Brother Cao, Brother Cao." After just a moment, the anxious voices of Chen Dong and Chen E also rang out.

When the carriage came to a stop, Cao Chan finally opened his eyes again. The strategy in his heart had gradually taken shape; the options were to join the Yellow Turbans, flee to the ends of the earth, or continue living a stable life as a farmer. hetushu .com .com just look below.

"Three good-for-nothings, they are an eyesore here. Someone, take them away," Xiong Hu said, glancing at Chen Dong and the others, who were staring down at their toes. He spat disdainfully. Once there is a comparison, the differences among people become apparent. The timidity of Chen Dong and the others increasingly highlighted Cao Chan's composure. It further underscored Chen Wan's extraordinary boldness.

Chen Wan was taken aback, turned around to take a look, and also found that Chen Dong and the others were unharmed. He cast a guilty glance at Cao Chan, realizing that he had also acted hastily just moments ago, even glaring fiercely at Cao Chan.

Cao Zhan met Liao Hua's gaze, his expression unwavering and resolute

In fact, Cao Chan was quite shocked, not out of fear of the opponent, but because of Liao Hua himself. In Shu, there were no great generals, and Liao Hua served as the vanguard. His deeds were widely known, and during the late Three Kingdoms period, he was a figure of great renown. He was a person of noble rank, yet he had fallen into such a state.

Three valiant men. In his heart, he was already aware. Cao Chan, adhering to the most popular etiquette of ancient times in this era, bowed slightly to the three Yellow Turban bandits, without a hint of transgression in his words

It is akin to adding a layer of gold to a pile of excrement, which may momentarily mislead people into believing it is gold. However, if it is indeed a pile of excrement, then it holds no real value.