At Li Chang An's command, the Imperial Guard swiftly moved in, firmly locking down the Empress and Prince Gong, among others.
This sudden development shocked everyone present, even Liao Wu stopped turning his Buddha beads, his face full of confusion.
The Empress was even more stunned, her face changed dramatically, "Commander Li, I order you to confine the people to the Dali Temple. Why are you surrounding us?"
Li Chang An sneered, "Empress, can't you see? How foolish indeed."
With that, he walked behind Prince Gong, using his long sword to loosen the ropes tying Prince Gong. Then he turned and bowed to Prince Gong, saying, "Apologies, Your Highness, for the inconvenience. It was due to the situation. I ask for your forgiveness!"
Prince Gong rubbed his numb hands and smirked slightly, "Mr. Li, no need to dwell on it. You've done well!"
The Empress collapsed into the rose chair, finding it hard to believe that the situation had turned around.
