The Nangong Family is using the prophecy from the National Master Hall to clear obstacles for themselves. Although it seems simplistic, this tactic is quite effective.
In ancient times, invoking the name of heaven was the most reliable way to start a rebellion.
A ruler is like a boat, and the people are like water. Water can carry a boat, but it can also overturn it.
Never underestimate the power of the people's hearts.
Shangguan Yun's gaze went past the old general Wang Man and settled on Weng Juntin's face: "What is General Weng's opinion?"
Weng Juntin said gravely, "The Nangong Family has seized the initiative. If this continues, we will lose more cities. They can seize them easily, but it will be hard for us to take them back."
Frontier cities are indeed strategic; they are meant to guard against external enemies and are typically easy to defend but hard to attack.
