Guanyin Sign No. 17 — 曹操话梅止渴 (Cao Cao's Plums Quench Thirst)
下签卯宫
The Poem
莫听闲言说是非。晨昏只好念阿弥。若将妄语为真实。画饼如何止得饥。
The Meaning
此卦画饼充饥之象。凡事多虚少实也。
The allusion：曹操话梅止渴 — the poem borrows this episode; read your question against how the story's figure fared.
In English
Theme: Promises may be sweeter than reality.
Advice: Beware of vague assurances and beautiful talk. Verify before you rely; only substance quenches.
Poems and interpretations follow the traditional text; readings are for cultural and entertainment reference.