Not only Guo Rong, but the Datong generals who seemed to want to give him a go just now had already dropped the weapons in their hands after looking at each other for a while, and they didn't dare to continue to shoot, and many people also hugged their fists and saluted those old and young who were coming out of the hall: "The last general has seen Li Gongzi (Zhong Ye) ......"

These people came out, although their clothes didn't look too luxurious, but they had an aura that people didn't dare to ignore. And those generals who knew their true identities were even more empty at the moment, and they didn't dare to make the slightest move. Just because of a few of them, they are the people in charge of the powerful families in Shanxi, and even in the entire northwest of the Ming Dynasty, representing the Li family, the Zhong family and the Liu family.

No one expected that in this matter, Yang Zhen would still have such a preparation and call these three bigwigs. You must know that these three major families have been rooted in the northwest for hundreds of thousands of years, but anyone who has a place in the officialdom or the army in Shanxi has been cared for and cultivated by them.

And that's not all. What's even worse is that many of the families of these generals in front of him are taken care of by these families. It is said to be a care, but it is more of a hostage in a sense, so that these big families can control the place more smoothly.

Of course, they are not doing this for the sake of power or rebellion, it is just a means of mutual benefit. When these generals had not yet gained a firm foothold in the army, it was several great families who tried all kinds of ways to support them. In return, these generals would open the door for several major families in the future, and some things that violated the laws of the imperial court, such as selling salt and iron and other goods that were strictly forbidden to leave the country to the various departments of the grassland, took place with the tacit consent of these generals and officials.

Since this is against the laws of the imperial court, and once it is exposed, it is bound to be a big crime, and the major families need to control these generals in order to protect themselves, and holding their families in their hands is obviously the most effective means. Of course, in addition to coercion, there were also inducements, and the generals also gained many benefits in this, and even several of them married the daughters of the family, which brought the relationship between the two sides closer.

Such an intertwined relationship makes the entire Northland army like a dense net, making it difficult to completely solve the drawbacks. And Yang Zhen, after knowing the truth of all this, couldn't really forcibly uproot such a huge interest group, so he could only choose to cooperate with it.

Anyway, this time, in order to make an example of him, in order to give an explanation to the imperial court, and in order to avenge the unjust death of Nie Fei, Yang Zhen must get rid of Guo Rong. After knowing its foundation in Datong, Yang Zhen began to make corresponding arrangements.

Using the Mongols to attack the city to implement the plan is only one aspect, calling these people in charge of the family to Datong and letting them come forward is the key to completely defeating Guo Rong and them this time. Of course, if it weren't for the arrangement just now, I'm afraid Guo Rong would not have been able to give up his weapon and admit defeat as he saw in front of him.

As for why the three families of Li, Liu, and Zhong helped Yang Zhen come forward? Of course, it is not only because of his status as the governor of Qincha and Jinyiwei, but also because Yang Zhen has always held the handle of these families.

As early as a few years ago, Yang Zhen followed Zhong Yu to Datong for the first time, and he had already found out the fact that they had colluded with the Mongolian people, and because he had some empirical evidence, he let these big families use it for himself, and got rid of Liu Yingji, the governor of Datong at that time. And today, it's just a repetition of the old trick, but the target has been replaced by Guo Rong, who suddenly turned against the water and took refuge.

It is precisely because he has experienced the rapid downfall of Liu Yingji that when he saw these people suddenly appear, Guo Rong was so desperate that he didn't even make the last struggle: "Yang Zhen...... You are really prepared, I am convinced this time...... "Whether it is human or material evidence, or the power used to suppress himself, he has been prepared, at this point, what else can Guo Rong do?" He had no choice but to be retained.

"Come on, take Guo Rong down." Yang Zhen didn't pay attention to the other party's words, but just waved his hand.

Immediately, several Jinyi guards rushed forward, and with a press and kick, they had already tied up Guo Rong, who had already lost the heart of resistance.

All this fell in the eyes of Yun Xian on the side, which made him very excited, and his body trembled again and again: "Uncle, aunt, have you seen it?" The culprit who killed you is finally going to be punished today......"

Yang Zhen then fell his gaze on the faces of those generals again, and he was also flustered when he saw them. As Guo Rong's henchmen, these people have not been less beneficial on weekdays, let alone evil, and now that the overall situation is in Yang Zhen's hands, they are really afraid that this person will backtrack and attack him.

Fortunately, the expression on Yang Zhen's face softened afterwards: "Generals, don't panic, I just said that I will only take the culprit today, and I will not ask about coercion." As long as you are willing to cooperate, the court will not blame you for your previous mistakes. At this point, his gaze swept over the faces of the generals who were still a little stunned.

The invisible pressure burst in, and several nimble generals quickly guessed Yang Zhen's intentions, and immediately knelt down: "The last general is guilty, and the last general will definitely do his best in the future, and he will not dare to violate the ......king's law again."

"The last general is willing to testify against General Guo...... Guo Rong's various crimes in the past ...... "Now, in order to protect themselves, they can only fall into the trap for Guo Rong, the former boss."

And after hearing their statement, Yang Zhen's face showed a satisfied smile. As for Guo Rong, at this time, his mouth had been stuffed with hemp walnuts, even if he was angry in his heart, he could only whine there, but he couldn't even say scolding words.

"Well, since the generals have the heart to change their ways, I will explain everything to the court, and I will no longer hold you accountable for the crimes you have committed. But ......" Yang Zhen said for a while, which made the generals unconsciously feel uneasy.

That's how people are sometimes, when you're determined to resist, you're often fearless. But once you lose the heart of resistance and surrender is over, you will be completely reduced to an existence that needs to rely on others. These generals were still thinking about fighting with Yang Zhen just now, but at this moment, they were already panicked because of Yang Zhen's words.

Seeing the reactions of these people, the smile on Yang Zhen's face unconsciously increased, and then he continued: "However, your crimes still need to be washed away with your own practical actions and offset with credit. It was a credit to repel the invading Tartars, but it was not enough. ”

"What does Lord Yang mean......" a general asked with some anxiety.

"If you can make a contribution to the stability of the border of my Ming Dynasty in the next few decades, that is the real great merit, so that you can completely offset your previous mistakes." Yang Zhen said immediately.

"It's easier said than done...... The generals suddenly showed a look of frustration and embarrassment, if they really had such ability, how could they not do it?

"In this regard, this official naturally has my own way. But now, there is only one thing you have to do, and that is to appease the army, and don't let my Datong mess up because of this incident. Yang Zhen sold Guan Zi at this time, but just ordered so.

In response to this request, these generals did not dare to disobey, and hurriedly bowed down and agreed: "The last general will definitely do his best to ensure the stability of Datong." ”

"Okay, since that's the case, then you can return to the barracks, and after the morale of the army is stabilized, the officer will celebrate your achievements." Yang Zhen immediately ordered.

Soon, these generals left in a hurry, and at this time they only had one thought left in their hearts, that is, to behave well, so as to gain Yang Zhen's recognition and favor, as for their loyalty to Guo Rong or something, compared to the safety of themselves and their families, it was not worth mentioning at all.

Seeing that Yang Zhen completely suppressed such a group of arrogant soldiers and fierce generals in the overturn, even those people from the family who came to help were also emotional. In fact, they were forced to come here to help talk out of desperation, who told Yang Zhen that he still held the handle of their family's collaborator in his hand? But now, after seeing Yang Zhen's methods, these people were immediately convinced, and they stepped forward one after another to salute: "Lord Yang is really good, and the grass people are convinced." ”

"Then Guo Rong wants to be the enemy of Lord Yang, he really doesn't know whether he is alive or dead."

In the face of everyone's flattery, Yang Zhen just smiled to himself: "Some small means, not worth mentioning." If you hadn't come forward in time, there would have been a scuffle here, and there would have been many deaths, which was not what I wanted to see after all, nor was it the blessing of the court and Datong. I am deeply impressed that you can focus on the overall situation. As he spoke, Yang Zhen bowed to everyone.

Although they were a little disdainful of his statement in their hearts, after all, they were also forced by the situation here, but at this time, everyone still hurriedly returned the salute: "Lord Yang is serious, we are just doing our best, I am really ashamed." ”

After a few words of praise to each other, Yang Zhen suddenly spoke: "Since you are here, there is a matter that I also hope to get the help of you and the family behind you, and I hope you don't want to shirk." ”

"This ......" Several members of the family heard his words, and their faces immediately turned embarrassed. They were forced to be helpless here, and they didn't want this Lord Yang to have to move an inch, and they wanted them to continue to do things. But at this time, how could they dare to refuse Yang Zhen, so they said with some hesitation: "I don't know what Lord Yang commands?" ”

"It's very simple, I just told those generals that I want them to contribute to the stability of my Ming border land, so as to atone for their sins. And in this matter, it is indispensable for the cooperation of several of you. As long as you can help the court in this matter, not only can the past be written off, but the court will have another reward. Yang Zhen said with a smile.