Chapter 46 Flattery

  The Tai Shi Fu is Dong Zhuo's territory.

  It's not because Dong Zhuo gave you three points of color that you can open a dye shop.

  On this three-point land of Dong Zhuo, if it's a snake, you have to curl up; if it's a tiger, you have to lie down; if it's a dragon, you have to coil around. Therefore, when Wang Can entered the Tai Shi Fu, he had already lowered his posture and adjusted his mentality. The ancients were not fools, and Dong Zhuo was even more so. Although Dong Zhuo had a thick waist and a ferocious face, with a rough and evil appearance, how did he climb to become the Grand Tutor of the Great Han? It was achieved by fighting knife in hand.

  Dong Zhuo was able to enter Luoyang, and without any restraint, he stripped the palace concubines naked, then a lump of flesh pressed on top of the imperial concubine's body wriggling, because under Dong Zhuo's feet were piles of white bones.

  So Wang Can put his mind very low.

  Wang Can stood up from his seat, neither arrogant nor humble, and bowed to Dong Zhuo with a respectful salute. Then he reached into his sleeve and pulled out a sheepskin map, holding it in both hands and saying loudly: "Your Excellency, this is a map of Runan that I, Wang Can, have specially drawn up. I came to visit you on this trip and present this map to you as a token of my sincerity."

  Dong Zhuo's hands were propped up on the desk, and when Wang Can presented the map of Runan, a hint of joy flashed in his eyes. The map of Runan, this is indeed a good thing for attacking Runan. Unexpectedly, Wang Can actually offered the map of Runan, which was truly beyond expectations. Dong Zhuo rubbed his hands together, feeling a thrill in his heart, and loudly praised: "Good, good, you've brought me a great gift, haha, I don't even know how to thank you!"

  Li Ru, who was standing beside Dong Zhuo, walked up to Wang Zan and took the detailed map of Runan that Wang Zan had presented. After glancing at it briefly, a hint of cleverness flashed in his eyes.

  He glanced at Wang Can again, his mouth curled up, revealing a smile that was full of meaning.

  Li Ru handed the map to Dong Zhuo with reverence. Dong Zhuo took the sheepskin map, carefully examined it, and clicked his tongue in admiration, his rough and dark face full of undisguised complacency.

  After a moment, Dong Zhuo handed the map to Li Ru and said: "Wen You, bring wine and food."

  Li Ru nodded and went down to instruct.

  Dong Zhuo turned around, his eyes fell on Wang Can, and said: "First of all, I have also heard about your affairs. You came from a poor family and used to be a member of the Yellow Turbans. Although you were a bandit, you never forgot to serve the imperial court and share its worries. This is something that I highly appreciate. In my younger years, I too had a heart full of loyalty and wanted to serve the imperial court and share its worries. That's how I got to where I am today. You have talent and ability, and I highly appreciate you."

  "Hmm, this time you led the Yuannan Yellow Turbans to surrender to the imperial court, it's a great joy. However, after surrendering to the imperial court, there will definitely be issues with official positions. I'll ask you first, what kind of official do you want to be? Where are you prepared to take office? Just speak your mind, as long as I think it's suitable, I'll petition the Emperor to issue a decree and appoint you, how about that?"

  Dong Zhuo's rough face was filled with a smile, that smile was very ferocious and terrifying.

  Wang Can's heart skipped a beat, and the more Dong Zhuo acted like this, the more vigilant Wang Can became.

  "It's too much of an honor, Master Dong is a dragon among men, with great talent and wisdom. How can I, Wang Can, be mentioned in the same breath as Master Dong?" Wang Can's face was filled with trepidation, his eyes gazing sincerely at Dong Zhuo as he spoke earnestly: "I, Wang Can, have long admired Master Dong. Today, being able to meet Master Dong is already an honor for me. Moreover, I am able to return to the imperial court and serve, all thanks to Master Dong's power. Without Master Dong, I would still be a Yellow Turban bandit in Nanyang. As for official positions, please let Master Dong decide."

  Wang Can clearly heard Dong Zhuo say a sentence, 'As long as the lonely thinks it's suitable', what does this mean?

  No matter what Wang Can proposed, it still depends on whether Dong Zhuo thinks it's suitable or not. Otherwise, everything is off the table.

  It's better for Dong Zhuo to arrange it, but when the time comes to fight, we must fight hard, otherwise we'll become birds in a cage and everything will be over.

  "Good, good, well said."

  Dong Zhuo slammed his palm on the table with a loud "bang", shouting in excitement.

  His flushed face was as red as a monkey's buttocks. Even though Dong Zhuo understood that Wang Can's words were suspicious of flattery, he was still extremely pleased in his heart, as if he had taken Viagra. This kind of flattery depends on who is doing the flattering; if it were some ordinary underling, Dong Zhuo wouldn't have been interested.

  Wang Can was a disciple of Cai Yong.

  Moreover, Wang Can's current reputation is in no way inferior to Cai Yong's, and there is even a possibility that he may surpass Cai Yong's reputation.

  There was such a celebrity flattering him, Dong Zhuo naturally felt pleased in his heart.

  However, Dong Zhuo's mind was not clouded by his joy. He smiled and stared at Wang Can, lost in thought for a long time before speaking: "It's been a long time since I've felt this happy. To meet someone like you who can bring me joy and has extraordinary talent is extremely rare among my subordinates. What do you think? I intend to keep you in Luoyang as an official, how does that sound?"

  "Damn it!"

  Wang Canshen scolded in her heart, whatever she was afraid of would come true.

  If he were to be detained in Luoyang City, he would probably become a golden bird in a cage, and it would not be possible for him to fly out. However, Wang Can's expression remained humble and proud, with sincere eyes looking at Dong Zhuo, that sincere and admiring gaze made Dong Zhuo feel a little ashamed.

  What a great talent, it's really a pity to polish him.

  What a pity... Dong Zhuo let out a sigh in his heart.

  At this time, Cai Yong slowly stood up from his seat and walked to the center of the hall, facing Dong Zhuo. He bowed slightly and said in a loud voice: "Taishi, I have always had a heart that yearns to serve the country, thinking only of sweeping away the rebels for the imperial court. If I were to stay in Luoyang to take office, I fear I would only be able to socialize among the scholar-officials, accomplishing nothing. Please, Taishi, understand my position."

  "Yes, I will consider what everyone has said."

  Dong Zhuo grunted, seemingly without the slightest movement of his mind.

  Wang Can saw this and knew that he couldn't end it like this, or else he would really stay in Luoyang. He continued to say: "Taishi, Wang Can has something to say."

  Dong Zhuo nodded and said: "Speak, I'm listening."

  "Wang Can clasped his hands and said, 'Marshal, as everyone knows, you were able to ascend to the position of Marshal relying on the knife and gun in your hand, fighting with every blow, shedding sweat and blood, putting your head on the line every day, relying on a fearless spirit, only then did you achieve today's high status. Wang Can is not talented, but also wants to learn from the Marshal, fighting on the battlefield, relying on his own strength to win merits and become a general, rather than relying on the prestige of his teacher or the appreciation of the Marshal to hold a high position and enjoy the benefits without doing anything. Wang Can's heart is sincere, please, Marshal, be able to see clearly.'"

  Wang Can's face was sincere as he finished speaking, and then bowed deeply to Dong Zhuo.

  At this moment, Dong Zhuo was also dizzy from Wang Can's words.

  It was not Dong Zhuo who was moved by Wang Can's grand words, but because Wang Can's flattery had reached Dong Zhuo's heart. Dong Zhuo rose to power through military strength and was known for being reckless and violent in his youth, enjoying bravery and martial prowess, which shaped his fondness for warriors. On the other hand, he strongly disliked scholars, disliking how they only knew how to scheme and argue in court, without knowing how to take action.

  Wang Can's words made Dong Zhuo truly appreciate Wang Can.

  Dong Zhuo nodded in satisfaction, thinking that it would be a waste to put Wang Can in Bashu, and it was right to put him in Runan. He thought so in his heart, opened his big mouth, and was about to speak.

  Just then, Li Ru came in with a group of attendants carrying wine and food.

  Before Dong Zhuo could speak, Li Ru said: "Marshal, the wine and dishes have arrived. Shall we let the singing girls come in to dance and add to the excitement?"

  "Hmm, let's do as Wen You said." Dong Zhuo said with a smile.

  Li Ru's timing was very accurate, and Dong Zhuo also understood that Li Ru chose this time to enter the living room, definitely to remind him not to be impulsive, let the tiger return to the mountain, and send Wang Can back to Yuzhou.

  After some thought, Dong Zhuo smiled and said: "Since you don't want to stay in Luoyang for the time being, let's send you out as an official. What do you think?"

  Wang Canshen let out a sigh of relief and thanked him: "Thank you, Taishi, for your kindness. Wang Can will follow your orders."

  Li Ru heard that Dong Zhuo did not send Wang Can back to Yuzhou and heaved a sigh of relief.

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