Cao Pi, the son of the powerful warlord Cao Cao, executed a pivotal move by forcing Emperor Xian of Han to abdicate the throne, thereby ending the Han dynasty, which had been a dominant force in Chinese history for over four centuries. The event unfolded in Luoyang, the imperial capital, where the court had become increasingly unstable due to the increasing influence of eunuchs and regional warlords. Emperor Xian, unable to assert effective control, became a figurehead as factions battled for supremacy amid the chaos of the late Eastern Han period. The abdication was not merely a coup; it involved strategic manipulation and negotiation. Cao Pi utilized his military prowess and political strategy to justify his demand for the emperor's abdication, presenting it as a necessity for restoring order and governance. When the abdication occurred, Emperor Xian was coerced into issuing a formal decree, handing over the throne to Cao Pi. This action transitioned authority from the Han dynasty to the newly formed state of Wei, marking a significant realignment of power in China. The formal establishment of Wei led by Cao Pi resulted in the creation of the Three Kingdoms period in Chinese history, characterized by regional division and warfare among Wei, Shu, and Wu. This fragmentation had profound cultural and political ramifications, establishing narratives that would influence Chinese literature and historiography for centuries. The event underscored the decline of central authority and the rise of localized power structures, setting the stage for ongoing conflict and change across the region.