Ladies

Lady Liu - Cao Cao's concubine who died while she was still young. Mother of Cao Ang, Cao Shuo, and Princess Qinghe. Cao Cao thought fondly of the children he had with her, particularly adoring Cao Ang. 3 Lady Ding - Cao Cao's wife. Married to her husband soon after Lady Liu's death. Had no children with Cao Cao but became Cao Ang's raising parent. Perhaps due to the shock and grief he experienced from Cao Ang's death, Cao Cao accused her of being too calm about losing one of his children. After venting his frustrations, Cao Cao eventually reflected on his actions and remembered the love he had for Lady Ding. Figuring that she heard his cold-hearted bantering from the village she was left in, he offered to mend their relationship and wanted her to return with him. She refused and both parties separated. After Cao Cao accepted Bianshi, he once again offered for his wife to return to him. Learning about Bian Shi and taking to hating the maiden, she turned him down with spite. Empress Dowager Bian - Cao Cao's famous concubine who gave birth to Cao Pi, Cao Zhang, Cao Zhi, and Cao Xiong. Sometimes known as Bianshi but her given name is not known. Born in modern Lanshan District, Linyi. Originally a singing maiden with a poor background, she was known to be wise and modest with her new found fortune beside Cao Cao. After Cao Cao's death, she was named Empress Dowager by Cao Pi. As she succumbed to the illness that would eventually take her life, Zhenshi cried endlessly when she thought of her mother-in-law's condition. Upon hearing of her daughter-inlaw's state, Bianshi warmly admired her devotion. 4 Wang Zhaoyi - Cao Cao's concubine, Cao Gan's raising parent. While she was low ranked amongst his mistresses, Cao Cao adored her for her wise and charming personality. Lady Huan - Cao Cao's concubine, Cao Chong, Cao Ju, and Cao Yu's mother. Cao Cao praised the sons he had with her, stating that all three of them were worthy for the right to be his successor. Known to have at least existed in 195 but her further whereabouts are not known. 3 Sunji - Cao Cao's mistress who gave birth to Cao Shang, Cao Biao, and Cao Qin. She was accused of conspiring with the rebellion stirred by Cao Biao and Wang Ling. Committed suicide soon after. 3 Lady Du - Cao Cao's concubine, formerly married to Qin Lang. Gave birth to Cao Lin, Cao Gun, and Princess Jinxiang. 3 Lady Qin - Cao Cao's concubine, mother to Cao Xuan and Cao Jun. 2 Liji - Cao Cao's mistress, mother to Cao Cheng, Cao Zheng, Cao Jing. 3 Chushi - Cao Cao's lover, formerly Zhang Ji's wife. After her husband died in battle, Cao Cao became infatuated with her. Their short affair lead to the events of Wan Castle.

Chushi's activities isn't accurately recorded after the battle, but some believe that she could have been killed during the riot. Zhuge Xiang Cao Caos concubine, is the foster daughter of Zhuge Liang. Her presence was originally kept secret by her father because os some reasons. Cao Cao met her in 208 AD after she was told by Zhuge Liang to stay in Wei. At first Zhuge Xiang doesnt like him but after some struggle that Cao Cao showed to get her heart, Cao Cao finally able to make her as his concubine and she gave birth Cao Caos son named Cao Xiang. 1 Zhouji - Cao Cao's mistress, Cao Jun's mother. 1 Liuji - Cao Cao's mistress, Cao Ji's mother. 1 Songji - Cao Cao's mistress, Cao Yi's mother. 1 Zhaoji - Cao Cao's mistress, Cao Mao's mother. 1 Chenji - Cao Cao's mistress, Cao Gan's mother. Also known as Chenqie. 1 Lai Yinger - born in Luoyang, she was a singing maiden who caught Cao Cao's attention. Although invited into his realm as his concubine, she felt unneeded since Cao Cao already had so many beauties surrounding him. However, her looks also enchanted a handsome soldier named Wang To and they both fell in love with one another. Cao Cao eventually apprehended the lovers in anger and had them executed. Later, Cao Cao would apparently regret his actions as he was said to have occasionally mumbled, "What I would give to have switched places with Wang To and die in his stead..." Princess Qinghe - Cao Cao's eldest daughter, Lady Liu's daughter, Cao Pi's older sister. Given name unknown. When deciding which man would be a worthy suitor for her, Cao Cao first considered Ding Yi as he was the offspring of one of his childhood friends. Cao Pi advised against the idea, stating that a man who "had only one eye" (lack of focus) was unworthy of the Cao family. To replace the candidate, he suggested Xiahou Mao, one of Cao Pi's close friends. His father agreed with the idea and the union was made. However, Xiahou Mao soon discovered about the fixed deal and grew to resent his former friend. He was said to have treated his wife seriously rather than with gentile concern, their relationship a sour one. His two younger brothers disapproved of their elder brother's actions and took Princess Qinghe with them to Cao Rui. Xiahou Mao was spared from being charged with serious offenses due to his marriage in the family. Princess Anyang - Cao Cao's daughter, wife of Xun Yu's eldest son, Xun Yun. Given name unknown. Their son later married into the Sima family. Cao Xian - Cao Cao's daughter, royal consort of Emperor Xian. Later known as Queen Consort Xiaoxian Cao. Cao Jie - Cao Cao's daughter, mother unknown but many speculate that Bian Shi could have given birth to her. In 217, she and her sisters, Cao Xian and Cao Hua, became consorts to Emperor Xian. After Cao Cao had angrily executed Empress Fu Shou for conspiring against him, Cao Jie was escalated to empress to replace her and became known as Empress Xianmu. When Cao Pi abdicated the emperor, he demanded her imperial seal as well. She refused many times, but after several days of persistence, she

obeyed. As she did, tears followed down her cheeks as she cried, "Have I been robbed of heaven's fortune?!", which made all observers bow their heads with sympathy. She followed Emperor Xian to Shanyang and was then known as Duchess of Shanyang. She died in 260. Cao Hua - Cao Cao's daughter, royal consort of Emperor Xian. Cao Xiang Cao Caos son. He firstly was adored highly by Sima Yi and Xiahou Yuan because his multitalented in everything. Sima yi once told Cao Cao if Cao Xiang is a son gift from Heaven, only once every 100 years he could have a son like him. But bad news was spread in Wei that his brothers and step mothers (except Cao Pi and Bian Shi) hate him so much and even trying to kill him. Cao Cao knew about this and secretly took Cao Xiang out from Wei forever for the sake of his son. But unfortunate Cao Xiang think that he was unneeded and not loved by his father so he hate Cao Cao very much. When few minutes before Cao Cao met his death in 220, he back to Wei secretly and saw his fathers death in pain and Cao Xiang cried silently and said Father for many times. Princess Jinxiang - Cao Cao's daughter, mother was Lady Du. Given name unknown. Married to He Yan, who descended from the Qin family and became one of Cao Cao's stepsons. Princess Jinxiang was known to be broad-minded and wise, which would prove to be a stark contrast to her husband's dark and twisted crimes. After her husband's execution in 249, his son was ordered to join his father. However, his mother pleaded mercy for her son. Fortunately, Sima Yi had long admired her level-headed nature and spared both individuals. Empress Zhen - Cao Pi's first wife, formerly Yuan Xi's wife. Also known as Zhenshi, Zhen Mi, and Empress Wenzhao. Empress Wende - Guo Yong's daughter, Cao Pi's second wife, style name was Nuwang. Also known as Lady Guo or Guo Nuwang (given name unknown). Lost her parents while she was young and lived as a servant. Somehow caught Cao Cao's attention and she was trained to become a lady of the court. During this time, Cao Pi made her his concubine. After Cao Cao's death, Cao Pi married her. As empress, she stressed the importance of self-discipline and the importance of committing good deeds. The Weilue and Hanjin Chunqiu note that Zhen Luo's death in the same year as the marriage had ultimately paved the prosperity of Lady Guo's rise to power. These two records note a tone of suspicion towards her, leading many to believe that Lady Guo manipulated Zhen Luo's reputation in some manner. Lady Li - Cao Pi's concubine, good friend of Empress Zhen. After her friend's death, she was entrusted to take care of Cao Rui. During her friend's funeral, she couldn't bear to see Empress Zhen's body in a casket and covered her face with her hair to avoid seeing the body. Concubine Li - Cao Pi's concubine, Cao Xie's mother. Concubine Yin - Cao Pi's concubine.

Concubine Chai - Cao Pi's concubine. From noble heritage and was constantly cherished by her lover for it. Pan Shuyuan - Cao Pi's mistress, Cao Rui's mother (fourth son). Zhu Shuyuan - Cao Pi's mistress, Cao Jian's mother. Chou Zhaoyi - Cao Pi's mistress, Cao Lin's mother. Thought to have been favored due to her relatively high rank amongst Cao Pi's lovers. Xuji - Cao Pi's mistress, Cao Li's mother. Suji - Cao Pi's mistress, Cao Yong's mother. Zhangji - Cao Pi's mistress, Cao Gong's mother. Songji - Cao Pi's mistress, Cao Yan's mother. Liushi - Cao Pi's concubine, imperial maid. Renshi - Cao Pi's concubine, woman from local community. Princess Dongxiang - Cao Pi and Empress Zhen's daughter.