The eunuchs and palace maidservants quickly stepped aside to let him pass, while one of the imperial guards rushed to inform the chief eunuch.
By the time the messenger reached the imperial study, Wen Kang was already waiting.
Kneeling before Wen Kang, the messenger clasped his fists and reported breathlessly, "Report! The Feng Army has arrived and established camp ten li outside the imperial capital city. General Fang is monitoring them and awaits further instructions from Your Majesty."
The moment Wen Kang heard this, his fists tightened, crumpling the memorial in his hand.
Taking a deep breath, he ordered, "Summon the Minister of War and the generals."
The chief eunuch bowed. "Yes, Your Majesty. This servant will go at once."
After he left, Wen Kang looked at the messenger and said, "Tell General Fang to hold the city and wait for reinforcements."
"Yes, Your Majesty." The messenger accepted the order and hurried out.
