List of Fictitious Stories in Romance of The Three Kingdoms - Cao Cao Arrested and Released By Chen Gong

Cao Cao Arrested and Released By Chen Gong

Cao Cao fled from the capital Luoyang after failing to assassinate Dong Zhuo. Dong Zhuo ordered notices for Cao Cao's arrest to be put around the areas surrounding Luoyang. During his escape, Cao Cao was spotted in Zhongmu County by an official called Chen Gong and was arrested. Chen Gong had a private conversation with Cao Cao and decided to release the latter after being inspired by Cao's sense of righteousness. Chen Gong even gave up his official post and became Cao Cao's companion.

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