In the third month of the third year of Song Jianyan, Wang Yuan, the Shumishi (head of the Secretariat), colluded with the eunuchs, including Kang Lu, to plunder the wealth of the people and advocated fleeing south, which eventually triggered the discontent of a large number of military generals.

On the day of Emperor Shenzong's death anniversary at the end of the month, Miao Fu and Liu Zhengyan, who were serving as imperial guards in Hangzhou, launched a mutiny after the sacrificial ceremony. They immediately executed Wang Yuan and then besieged Zhao Gou in the inner city, forcing him to abdicate in favor of the three-year-old crown prince and change his attitude towards the Jin Dynasty. This is the famous "Miao Liu Mutiny" of the Gaozong era.

Unfortunately, these two encountered Cao Cao who had just traveled through time.

Playing a mutiny with me? You two are nothing!

In no time, two generals wearing swords and armor strode into the main hall. They were Miao Fu and Liu Zhengyan.

Behind them was eunuch Chen Gong, running all the way:

"Gentlemen, please hold on. Allow me to announce your arrival and wait for His Majesty's audience."

The two completely ignored the eunuch's words and came directly in front of Cao Cao, saluting perfunctorily without waiting for Cao Cao to speak.

Miao Fu arrogantly said, "The retired emperor summoned the two of us. What are your orders?"

Cao Cao observed their actions as Miao Fu and Liu Zhengyan entered the hall.

Entering without permission, bringing weapons into the hall—this was clearly treasonous, treating him, the emperor, as a dead man!

But on second thought, both of them had already launched a mutiny. What else would they not dare to do?

Cao Cao narrowed his eyes and a murderous intent arose in his heart.

But in an instant, he changed to a smiling and affable posture: "During these days of seclusion in the deep palace, I have been reflecting on recent events and deeply regretful. Fortunately, the two generals have spoken frankly and remonstrated with me, which woke me up."

As he spoke, he wiped away tears with his sleeve and sobbed a few times.

This "Oscar-worthy" performance left the two rebel generals dumbfounded.

Cao Cao's following words completely won them over.

"The two generals are not only innocent but also meritorious! I have already drafted a decree to appoint Miao as the Minister of Imperial Communications and the Commander of the Imperial Camp, and Liu as the Observer and the Deputy Commander of the Imperial Camp. They will take up the positions immediately."

Then he took out two tokens of pardon and handed them to the two:

"These are tokens of pardon bestowed by me. Although I have abdicated as the emperor, the generals are still willing to follow my guidance. Show them these tokens, and they will be exempt from investigation!"

Finally, "Emperor" Cao Cao spoke passionately:

"The Jin invaders have bullied the brave men of Great Song. How can I tolerate it? The two of you shall take my imperial decree and go to restrain the generals. Summon them to Hangzhou Prefecture to discuss our strategy to defeat the Jin and anyone who disobeys the order shall be executed without delay!"

The great favor bestowed by His Majesty, I shall repay with my life!

Both of them were thrilled and grateful beyond words. They kowtowed repeatedly before leaving the palace with their soldiers.

After they had gone far away, Chen Gong couldn't help but ask with concern, "Your Majesty, do you really intend to

promote and use them?"

Cao Cao smiled faintly, "Promote and use them? They are two ignorant traitors. They deserve to die a thousand deaths. Since they are seeking their own death, I shall grant their wish..."