In a moment, they considered many possibilities, such as returning to their mansions after leaving the palace and immediately ordering a rebellion; they might still have a fighting chance.
Before entering the palace, Huan Shideng had also worried this might be a trap and had made thorough preparations.
Once there was any change in the palace, the Huan faction would immediately launch a rebellion.
However, just as cold sweat broke out on their backs, drenching their official robes, Emperor Xiaochang spoke again, as if he had seen through their thoughts.
"Retainer Wang and Meng Aiqing need not worry. Huan Shideng's rebellion does not mean that you two also intend to rebel or that you are of one mind with Huan Xiang..."
Emperor Xiaochang glanced at Wang Min and Meng Du, a smile playing on his lips. "Although Huan Shideng acted autocratically and intended to usurp the throne, there are still those loyal to the country among his followers."
