In the early years of Zhaoning, time passed unnoticed, and no major events occurred that year. As usual, Wei Yuan wrote a memorial preparing to enter the capital to present to the emperor. Even though he estimated that hardly anyone would read it, he still sent someone to deliver it to the Tang Room. This letter was not entirely without effect; at least it was presented, and the Emperor Tang would have to issue an edict to comfort them, possibly sending some money and food.
However, although nothing major happened nationwide, minor disturbances continued, and the situation gradually worsened.
In the counties of Gan Province that had been converted, under the high pressure of Sun Yu, they barely completed the autumn harvest. But as winter set in and heavy snow blocked the gates, every household found themselves with nothing to do, spending their days visiting neighbors and boasting. People could either visit others or engage in connections.
