Marquis Zhenbei conspired to rebel, leading his troops to siege the capital city. The Emperor, having heard the news, did not explode in anger. Ever since learning of Mo Hongfan's dealing, he had anticipated such a move. The Emperor calmly arranged for hands to protect the capital city.
In the capital city there were fifty thousand soldiers, and within the Imperial Palace, more than thirty thousand imperial guards. These forces, indeed, were somewhat fewer compared to Mo Yongan's troops. However, Yunfei and his men were also close to returning to the capital, and once they arrived, a pincer attack from both sides would surely not leave the rebel army any advantage. It was fortunate that Wenxuan returned in the nick of time, for had he been any later, there was a possibility that Mo Hongfan might have led his troops into the city, and that would have truly been dangerous.
