The video takes us to ancient times; Li Er transforms into the Tongtian Emperor of Shu Han.

"To win over Gao Rou right under the Sima family's nose?"

"How should I put it? Is Emperor Gaozu still dreaming?"

Upon seeing this, Boss Cao was stunned for a long time.

Without the Empress Dowager's intervention, the entire palace was filled with the Sima family's spies; this is beyond doubt.

Furthermore, Gao Rou would definitely inform Sima Shi before entering the palace, and Empress Dowager Guo would never dare to interfere.

Whoever gets involved will be exposed.

This was almost equivalent to summoning Gao Rou in front of Sima Shi.

How can you win someone over under such harsh conditions?

"It can be said that if Emperor Gaozu had revealed even the slightest hint of recruitment during this meeting, everything he did tomorrow would have been investigated."

"Even without evidence, as long as we can deduce some clues from Emperor Gaozu's itinerary these past few days, Sima Shi will definitely take action."

"By then, all his preparations will have been in vain, and might even have spurred Sima Shi to hasten the failure of this challenge."

Li Er also shook his head slightly, not very optimistic about Liu Bang's decision this time.

He didn't doubt Liu Bang's abilities, but the conditions were so harsh that he still insisted on meeting him. Did he really think Sima Shi was a fool?

"Indeed, we were a bit careless. Sima Shi is quite capable. It was only in the battle to quell the rebellion that he was startled by Wen Yang. If he had survived to the end, Cao Mao probably wouldn't have had the chance to break out of the palace."

"But his move is tantamount to treating Sima Shi as a fool, which is far too underestimating his enemy!"

Old Zhu also didn't have a high opinion of the upcoming meeting.

However, the emperors of the Liu family had some different opinions.

"I do not know the extent of Sima Shi's abilities, but you seem to have some misunderstandings about Father Emperor's abilities."

"He said he could do it, but he might not be able to succeed. At least he was confident that he wouldn't make the situation worse."

"Sometimes, winning someone over doesn't necessarily require being explicit, and sometimes even hints aren't necessary."

On the sky, opinions regarding Liu Bang's decision have clearly divided into two factions.

One side felt that he had underestimated his opponent and underestimated Sima Shi.

The other side felt that the views held by the people mentioned earlier underestimated Liu Bang.

Everyone could see the problem, so how could Liu Bang not know it?

Amidst countless debates, time flew by during the challenge.

When the sky brightened in the scene, anyone with a discerning eye could see that the number of palace servants had suddenly more than doubled.

Liu Bang seemed oblivious to the intentional or unintentional stares of these people.

As usual, he paid his respects to the Empress Dowager and performed his morning prayers.

Finally, after breakfast was finished, just as the palace servants had cleared away the dishes, someone came to announce that Gao Rou was requesting an audience outside the palace.

"Oh?"

“Gao Aiqing’s arrival is quite timely. Summon him for an audience.”

Liu Bang casually wiped his mouth, a flash of anger crossing his eyes.

Gao Rou chose this exact moment, neither too early nor too late.

He preferred to believe it was a warning rather than a coincidence.

This was telling him that everything he did in the palace was being controlled.

Even for a regular breakfast, they can accurately time the end of the meal.

Upon seeing Gao Rou and the contempt in her eyes, Liu Bang became even more certain of his thoughts.

"Grand Commandant Gao, you're a bit late. I just finished my breakfast. If you had come earlier, we could have eaten together."

"I had heard of the Grand Commandant's name long before I took control of Luoyang."

"He was fearless in the face of power, upheld the law impartially, and dared to speak out against the extravagant lifestyle that the late emperor wanted to promote."

"To see you today, Grand Commandant, you truly live up to your reputation!"

Although he was furious, Liu Bang didn't show it. Instead, he showered Liu Bang with compliments.

Flattery will get you everywhere; that's an ironclad truth.

After hearing these words, Gao Rou's expression indeed relaxed, and even the contempt in her eyes dissipated considerably.

"Your Majesty flatters me. These are merely the duties of a subject and are not worthy of praise."

Although that's what they said, not only could Liu Bang, who was facing him, see that the old man's smugness was practically written all over his face.

"That's not an exaggeration. Although the Grand General is in charge of the government and personally reviews and decides on all matters, big and small, how tiring would it be for him if he didn't have someone as virtuous and capable as the Grand Commandant to assist him?"

"When I first entered the palace, I thought about taking charge of the government and relieving some of the pressure on the Grand General, but I later realized that my abilities were still far from sufficient."

"If we want to assist the General, we need a capable person like you, Grand Commandant."

Liu Bang's earnest expression completely dispelled Gao Rou's doubts.

He was initially somewhat suspicious of Zhang Liang's sudden contact.

He had a feeling that this young puppet emperor might be harboring some inappropriate thoughts.

Therefore, he hastily decided to visit the palace today and notified Sima Shi in advance. Before they even met, he gave him a show of force.

However, judging from Liu Bang's behavior today, it seems that he was simply overthinking things.

This young emperor not only lacked any ambition, but instead acted like a sycophant.

These words not only dispelled Gao Rou's suspicions, but even the palace servants sent by Sima Shi to monitor her couldn't bear to listen anymore.

I've seen people lick, but I've never seen anyone lick like this!

Is this really the emperor?

How come their licking is even less shameless than those eunuchs?

"The Grand General has worked so hard. I can't even imagine what chaos would ensue if our Great Wei didn't have him!"

"Grand Commandant, since you have come to the palace today, I have a question I would like to ask you."

After showering Gao Rou with compliments until she was completely disoriented, Liu Bang was about to reveal his true intentions.

"Your Majesty, please speak. I will answer your questions as long as I know the answer."

Gao Rou said nonchalantly.

But Liu Bang's next words sent a chill down his spine.

"I have been thinking about this for the past few days. I am incompetent, lack virtue, and am not fit to sit on the throne. Compared to me, the General who has devoted himself to the government is more suitable."

"Tell me, what should I prepare if I were to abdicate in favor of the Grand General?"

Gao Rou: "..."

Dude, are you serious?

You really can't tell that the General is a traitorous minister who wants to rebel?

You don't really think that General Sima Shi is devoted to the country and the people, and to the Great Wei Dynasty, with all his heart and soul?

In their hearts, the Great Wei had long already become the property of the Sima family.

It's only natural that he would put his heart and soul into his own things.

As a result, he seized the Cao family's empire, and even moved you to the point that you wanted to abdicate in his favor.

Could you be any dumber?

Faced with Liu Bang's innocent expression, Gao Rou was about to bite the bullet and say something perfunctory when she heard him continue speaking.

"However, Grand Commandant Gao and you have made great contributions to our Great Wei. If you were to abdicate the position to the Grand General and receive nothing in return, it would be disheartening."

"Therefore, I think that before abdicating, I should first bestow titles of kingship upon you meritorious officials. What do you think?"