The next day, numerous officials loyal to Xiao Nanfeng were informed of the purge in advance. They leapt into action.0

At the morning session of court, the officials filed into the hall in an orderly procession. The four major gates of the imperial capital were swiftly sealed, and unfamiliar generals bearing formal tokens of authority took control of key strongholds.0

Xiao Nanfeng's confidantes were composed and brimming with excitement as the court session began. After paying their respects to the emperor, one official stepped forward and shouted loudly, "Your Majesty, our general has achieved consecutive victories on the frontlines and deserves to be greatly rewarded to demonstrate imperial favor."0

"Your Majesty, the general's accomplishments should be proclaimed across the land so the entire realm may celebrate!"0

"Your Majesty, the general should be granted a noble title. I recommend that he be elevated to the rank of prince."0

Many senior officials chimed in with their support.0

Under normal circumstances, Xiao Nanfeng would have had no voice in the matter....0