During the time the army was preparing, the Temple faced increasing difficulties.
From originally being overcrowded to now being deserted, the situation had worsened since the beginning.
Moreover, with Zhao Guang secretly initiating some educational propaganda, people gradually stopped believing in those from the Temple. However, what was more effective than these educational efforts were the release of scandals and slander.
Even though the Temple knew it was Zhao Guang's doing, there was nothing they could do about it.
In fact, such matters could not be openly discussed because they did the same themselves.
Besides, even if they wanted to discuss it openly, there was no evidence. Both sides were very careful not to leave any leverage to each other, which might be considered a form of mutual courtesy.
So, the people of the Temple began to lie low during this time, not daring to do anything openly.
Zhao Guang's army was ready in five days, which was quite fast.
