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This sort of matter can't be openly discussed, and the Grandmaster's Mansion couldn't overstep its authority to mobilize the Army. Moreover, with the Empress and some princes and ministers currently involved in complex factional disputes, it's even less viable to reveal themselves by knocking on doors. Shangwen Lingyun mobilized the personal Guard of the Grandmaster's Mansion under the pretense of going on a hunting excursion but also gave advance notice to the Deputy General of the Garrison stationed in the Plainfield. The General was already in the mountains protecting Emperor Yue, and the Deputy General was acquainted with the Grandmaster's Mansion, owing them a small sum of money. After being reminded by Shangwen Lingyun, he too feared an unforeseen event.
