Over the course of the following period, rumors about the abrupt internal change in the Zhou Kingdom continued to spread.
The new Emperor of Zhou, in his decree of ascension, besides extolling his ancestors, granting amnesty across the land, and issuing benevolent policies, also included some noteworthy content.
For instance, he emphasized the poverty of the people of Zhou, the harassment by officials, and the particularly severe problem of land annexation. He stated that his ascension was by his imperial brother's directive and the result of repeated entreaties from the Prince, civil and military officials, as well as esteemed elders among the military and populace.
