 Matei was instantly followed by the mass of the boyars at Radu Iliaș's court.Of this group, Mihai Coțofeanu helped the intruding force take control of Buzău; Barbu Brădescu was appointed Matei's "Paharnic", commanding upon a section of his troops.Ghiorma Alexanu and Nedelco Boteanu also defected, being welcomed at Matei's court.