The siege was a success, but it did not take long until an uproar against Ma Chao occurred causing the Battle of Lucheng.
He persuaded Zhang Lu to lend him troops in order to wage war with Cao in the Spring of 214.
When the threat started, Xiahou Yuan was informed of Ma's advance by Jiang Xu.
[2] Xiahou Yuan then planned to attack Han Sui with surprise while he was stationed in Xianqin, hoping to capture him.
[3] Xiahou Yuan knew that Han Sui's men were well trained and that the walls of Xingguo were strong, therefore quick victory was not an option.
When Xiahou Yuan's officers saw the size of Han Sui's army, they strongly suggested building a moat and stockades.
[5] After that, he besieged Xingguo and forced King Qianwan of the Di people to flee to Ma Chao.