He loved traditional art and was regarded as a "saint" by Xiangzi because he believed in socialism and was tolerant of people. Because the authorities said that he was a revolutionary party when he was teaching, he fled to Shanghai to take shelter and returned to Peiping. Later, he was willing to help Xiangzi rebuild his life.
Little intellectuals in the old society had some money. Sometimes I teach some books, sometimes I do other things. A man of medium height calls himself a "socialist" and is also an aesthete. I don't have profound views on politics and art, but I can embody what I believe in the little things in my life.
Mr. Cao's Character Image
Mr. Cao has helped Xiangzi many times. He is not as arrogant and domineering as other "masters", which makes Xiangzi feel great comfort and has the courage to make a comeback.
The image of Mr. Cao also shows that Xiangzi's tragedy cannot be avoided by personal kindness and help, because it is a tragedy of a social system.
Mr. Cao helped others when they were in trouble, and hired Xiangzi to pull his own rickshaw when he was down and out. He is also considerate to his servants. Once when Xiangzi pulled Mr. Cao, both of them were injured. Mr. Cao asked Xiangzi to take medicine first, because Xiangzi was particularly guilty and wanted to resign, but Mr. Cao did not blame him, but let him stay.