The prince hurriedly went to the main gate and returned shortly afterward, looking panicked. He said, "Father, things are in chaos at the palace. They say that outsiders have surrounded the palace, but I don't know how His Majesty is doing now."
Marquis Yongning frowned deeply and asked him, "Did you say that people from somewhere surrounded the palace?"
The prince shook his head and said, "The messenger didn't say, Father, whether we need to evacuate from the capital now?"
The Marquis shook his head and said, "At this time, it's better to stay put than to make a move. It's best to stay at home. Tell them to keep a close watch on the house and not give any bad guys an opportunity."
The young master agreed and hurriedly went outside to make arrangements. Xu Rao stood by the window, looking at the still dark sky outside, and turned to the Marquis, saying, "Father, do we need to go to the palace to rescue the emperor now?"
Marquis Yongning shook his head slightly and said, "No need. His Majesty has twenty-six guards by his side. These people were carefully selected from the army. Moreover, there are so many inner guards in the palace. Since the palace has been surrounded, it means that His Majesty is still safe."
Thinking of Xu Di, who was on his way to the capital, Xu Rao said with some worry, "I don't know if Xu Di will be able to get back in time. Father, should we send someone to wait for him on the way and tell him about the situation in the capital?"
The Marquis shook his head and said, "There is no need for that. The Emperor sent the second son of the Fu family, Fu Zhongxun. I met him at Shili Post Station when he left the capital and gave him a few instructions. They know what to do."
Upon hearing this, Xu Rao exclaimed in surprise, "Father, are you and the Emperor plotting something big? I have a feeling this is a trap you've set!"
Upon hearing Xu Rao's words, the Marquis smiled and stroked his beard. Xu Rao finally felt relieved, plopped down in a chair, picked up the tea that had been cold for a long time, and drank it all in one gulp.
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