Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature
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In Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Cao Cao’s invasion of Xu Province(Xuzhou) is portrayed as a personal quest for vengeance—driven by the tragic murder of his father, Cao Song, and his entire family.
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After Dong Zhuo was assassinated by Wang Yun and Lü Bu, his former generals—Li Jue, Guo Si, Zhang Ji, and Fan Chou—stationed in Shan County east of Chang’an, were on the verge of fleeing in disarray, fearing retribution. It was the strategist Jia Xu who urged them to unite and strike back, warning that…
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In 189 AD, Dong Zhuo marched into Luoyang, seized control of the imperial court, deposed Emperor Shao, and installed Emperor Xian, marking the beginning of his tyrannical rule. His usurpation sparked outrage among the regional governors and warlords across eastern China.