Cao Cao, having arranged all these matters, then thought about his current domain and reflected on his father. Stroking his beard with a face full of pride, he realized that the son his father had once called "sturdy and troublesome" had become one of the noteworthy Feudal Lords in the world. He had just defeated Yuan Shu, which could be considered both an accomplishment and a path to fame.
"It's time to bring my father back. He would probably be very satisfied if he knew of my current situation. My uncles and brothers would definitely be shocked," a smile emerged on Cao Cao's dark complexion; surpassing the achievement of returning home in silken robes, he had transcended that level.
He gestured for Xun Yu and the others to leave and began to arrange for his subordinates to welcome his father to Chenliu. Meanwhile, Wancheng was entrusted to Cao Ren and Cheng Yu for defense, while he himself planned to lead the main force back to Chenliu.