Rebellious Wei.

Summary

. Chapter 8 focuses on Emperor Cao Rui, who, despite his youth and occasional temper, is seen as a benevolent ruler compared to his predecessors, Cao Cao and Cao Pi. He respects his ministers' authority and does not interfere in their duties, as demonstrated when Minister Chen Jiao prevents him from reviewing state documents. However, Cao Rui's patience is tested by Xia Hou Hui, a new official who boldly questions the timing of a potential attack on Shu. Although impressed by Xia Hou Hui's insight, Cao Rui reprimands him for speaking out of turn, revealing the tension between his desire for open counsel and the need to maintain imperial authority. .

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