When he saw Zhu Ying and Kang Tai, Cao Mao finally understood why Wen Yang had said that.
Their eyes were filled with fear as they looked at him.
Even their voices trembled a little.
Cao Mao chuckled. "Why are you two so afraid of me? Is it because of my evil reputation?"
Hearing this, Zhu Ying hurriedly said, "Your Majesty's civil achievements and martial exploits are without equal throughout the ages. Who under heaven would dare not fear you?"
Cao Mao immediately threw back his head and laughed.
"You two need not be so afraid. Bring them seats!"
The two bowed in thanks again before cautiously sitting down beside Cao Mao.
Looking at them, Cao Mao took out a book and placed it before him. "I spoke with Lord Lu about overseas affairs not long ago, and he gave me this book. Master Zhu, you wrote a fine book."
Cao Mao smiled. "When it comes to broad experience and knowledge, you must rank first."
Only then did Zhu Ying and Kang Tai breathe a sigh of relief.
So this was about overseas affairs. As long as it wasn't about assassins or rebellion or anything of that sort within the country, all was well.
Zhu Ying hurriedly said, "You flatter me."
"There is no need for such modesty. I read your book carefully. And Master Kang, I also obtained and read the memorial you once submitted to Sun Quan. You two certainly have a wealth of experience voyaging overseas."
"I summoned you this time precisely because of these overseas affairs."
"I asked Lord Lu about the Wu Kingdom's voyages and heard him speak of the General of the Guards and General Zhuge. I was most displeased by what happened. Had they served under me, such a thing would never have