C1873 Afraid That I Would Harm Him!

Initially, it was assumed that Gu Beilin would lead his forces straight into the Imperial Study Room. Even though the Zhou Monarch wasn't present, such an action would undoubtedly be seen as rebellion. However, at this moment, they're merely at a standoff with the palace guards outside, which leaves room for interpretation.

"I suspect Xiao Huanyu never intended to truly seize the throne