"What is happening outside?"
From the carriage ahead, came the weak and feeble inquiry of the Emperor.
General Dugu hastily cupped his hands and replied, "Your Majesty, some commoners are in a commotion, they are flocking towards the city gate in groups."
"The commoners are heading to the city gate?
Are there many of them?"
The Emperor's heart was not without concern.
General Dugu quickly nodded, softly muttering "Mm."
The National Master added from the side, "These people are all assimilated!"
"What?"
The Emperor was shocked.
He suddenly stood up, involuntarily coughing repeatedly, "Cough, cough, cough..."
"Your Majesty! You must not get angry!"
General Dugu hurriedly advised him.
"Weren't the assimilated all tied up?
Why are they rushing in groups towards the city gate?"
The Emperor was very agitated, quickly demanding answers.
General Dugu had no way to respond.
