My older brother is Gao Huan.

Chapter 117 What? They've all rebelled?
Yang Jun immediately sent his trusted guards to Gao Huan and Gao Yu's residences to gather information. He needed to know the Gao brothers' whereabouts, and he hadn't yet decided whether to take action.

After sending out the personal guards.

Yang Jun sat at his desk, frowning in thought.

Will the Gao brothers rebel?

He didn't have a definite answer in his heart, only doubts. After all, the two brothers were too famous in Huai Shuo... and even in the Six Towns. If the Gao brothers raised their arms and made a call, the appeal would be much greater than the destructive power of breaking through Hanbaling.

People's hearts are unpredictable, and since this concerns his life and fortune, he has to be cautious and act prudently.

"Besides the Gao brothers, we don't know what Ge Rong is thinking... We must also be wary of him before the news leaks out."

no way.

It was precisely because Yang Jun understood the people of the Six Towns so well that he became so worried and even neurotic after learning of the rebellion in Woye Town, and everyone became the object of his suspicion.

The main problem is that Huai Shuo has been hit by heavy snow for two consecutive years, and the imperial court has refused to send even a single grain of relief grain, disregarding the lives of the people in the six towns.

That's fine.

Rather...

The news that the Rouran had raided the old capital of the Great Wei Dynasty could not be kept secret, and the court's prestige in the eyes of the people of the Six Garrisons had been greatly damaged.

Despite being the Rouran people, who are their sworn enemies, the imperial court is treating them with such favor.

The six garrisons have been guarding the frontier for generations, but now they are starving, and the court is ignoring them.

Anyone would feel resentment and harbor hatred in their heart.

soon.

The guards then brought the message back to Yang Jun.

"Report, General, the Gao brothers have brought all their wives, children, and elderly relatives out of the city today, and their soldiers have also brought their families out."

"what?"

Startled, Yang Jun immediately got up and paced anxiously back and forth in the room.

if so.

That must mean the Gao brothers also knew about the rebellion in Woye Town, and even knew it earlier than I did. That's why they brought their wives, children, and elderly parents to Loujiawu Fort outside the city in advance. Could it be that the two brothers are actually planning to rebel?

Thinking of this, Yang Jun was extremely anxious.

"No...no, no."

Yang Jun frowned. What if the Gao brothers received the news earlier than him, and what if they really intended to rebel?

They should have received the news during the day and, like Po Liuhanbaling, tricked themselves, the town's general, into going out and killed him to intimidate others. Then, with the reputation of Gao Yu and Gao Huan, the leaderless Huai Shuo Town would surely obey their orders.

This needs to be done quickly.

He knew Gao Huan very well; he was extremely intelligent and wouldn't have missed this point.

Instead of doing so, the Gao brothers carefully took their wives, children, and elderly relatives out of the village.

This behavior doesn't seem like a rebellion; rather, it seems like they're being wary of others and trying to protect themselves.

Think of this.

Yang Jun's brows relaxed considerably. "How about we meet... and host a banquet for the two brothers? Invite them to come and talk with me to resolve our mutual suspicions?"

"That won't work either. Someone as cautious as his brother would definitely think it's a trap and wouldn't risk his life to attend."

The two brothers received the news during the day and informed their trusted subordinates, but not themselves, the town commander. Clearly, they did not trust him, or even were wary of him.

"If that's the case..."

Yang Jun had a general idea in mind, but before taking action, he needed to eliminate another hidden danger.

"You all go and rest first. Tomorrow, invite the deputy commander to my residence and tell him that I have important matters to discuss with him."

"Here!"

The next day.

Ge Rong had obviously not yet received news of the rebellion in Woye Town, and he arrived at Yang Jun's residence without any precautions.

"I wonder what urgent matter the general has summoned me here for?"

Yang Jun looked on expressionlessly and said coldly, "The situation is urgent, and I must offend you!"

"Somebody come!"

At a command, dozens of armored soldiers leaped out and surrounded Ge Rong.

Ge Rong looked panicked and asked, "Why is the general treating me like this?"

Could it be that Yang Jun knew he was secretly spreading the news that the reason for opening the granaries was because of his persuasion?
Yang Jun is not such a narrow-minded person.

There is indeed a connection.

Yang Jun did know, but at first he turned a blind eye and didn't bother with it. No matter how much fame Ge Rong had in Huai Shuo, it was none of his business.

But right now, there's a rebellion in Woye Town. Who knows if Ge Rong had colluded with the people there beforehand?

Why did Ge Rong begin to win over the people of Huai Shuo Town precisely at the time of the rebellion in Woye Town?
The timing was too ambiguous, and Yang Jun had to be on guard.

However, since he came without any precautions when summoned, he probably had no contact with the people of Woye Town.

"I ask for your cooperation, Vice General. Once I have cleared up my doubts, I will come to apologize!"

"Take it down!"

The armored soldiers immediately took Ge Rong away by force.

Then, Yang Jun also prepared to go out. Several trusted guards were about to accompany him, but he stopped them.

"I'm going to Loujiawubao outside the city to meet the Gao brothers."

The guards, who were aware of the rebellion in Woye Town, quickly tried to dissuade them.

"General, as a garrison commander, how can you risk your life?"

Yang Jun shook his head. "Once the rebel army from Woye attacks, if the Gao brothers intend to rebel, with these two brothers who know the inside story of Huai Shuo, they will know exactly how much grain Huai Shuo has stored. In that case, even if Huai Shuo is a strong city, it will be difficult to hold on. At that time, I will also be unable to escape death. If these two brothers have no intention of rebelling, we will still need to rely on their bravery to repel the enemy, and I will be fine."

“General, you can write a letter and order the two brothers to come. If they disobey, it means they have rebellious intentions. Why should you risk your life?” “Gao Huan is always cautious. Under the current circumstances, the two brothers will not come to the banquet no matter what. They will only think that the banquet is not a good one.”

Yang Jun's expression was resolute: "Since the time of Emperor Xiaowen, my Hongnong Yang family has received the country's favor for generations. Now that villains are causing chaos, I should put my life for the country. How can I be afraid of death!"

After making up his mind, he summoned his personal guards and instructed them, "Remember, from today onwards, the amount of grain to be distributed from the granaries will be increased. You must appease the people in the city. In my name, increase the number of patrols in the city. If you encounter anyone who intends to disturb the peace, arrest them. If they resist, kill them on the spot as a warning to others!"

"If I have not returned by sunset, then the Gao brothers are plotting a rebellion. You should release the deputy commander of the town and let him lead his troops out of the city to besiege Loujiawu Fort under the pretext of suppressing the rebels. Before the rebels in Woye join forces with the Gao brothers, launch a preemptive strike and strive to defeat the Gao brothers!"

"At that time, let the deputy general of the town hold the city and wait for the imperial court to send troops to quell the rebellion."

"If anyone comes to relay my orders without using my secret code, you shall consider me dead."

"The fertile land is nothing more than a minor ailment for the Great Wei. The Great Wei can wipe it out with a wave of its hand. There is no need to worry too much."

After explaining all this.

Yang Jun chose to leave the city alone on horseback, embarking on a solitary journey to the meeting!

………………

"The garrison commander requests an audience?"

"Still all alone out there?"

Upon hearing this news, Gao Yu and Gao Huan exchanged a surprised glance.

Gao Huan quickly pressed, "Are you sure it was just one person, and that they didn't bring a large army?"

"There is only one person."

"Go, invite the town general in."

Gao Yu breathed a sigh of relief, and at the same time couldn't help but think more highly of Yang Jun, "He does have some courage, daring to come alone."

"It seems the general is already aware of the matter in Woye Town... But isn't he afraid that my brother and I might have rebellious intentions? He certainly has a lot of guts."

Gao Huan nodded as well.

Yang Jun was quickly brought in by his servants. When he saw the two Gao brothers unharmed, most of his doubts were dispelled. He knew that the Gao brothers were mostly acting in self-preservation and did not have any intention of rebelling.

"Greetings, General. May I ask what brings you here?"

"I heard that you and your brother brought your wives, children and elderly parents out of the city. I thought something had happened to the Lou family, so I came here to visit you."

"Thank you for your trouble, General. No accident has occurred."

With his doubts dispelled, Yang Jun decided to speak frankly, "I presume that you two brothers are already aware of the matter in Woye Town."

Neither of them denied it.

Yang Jun continued, “Let’s not beat around the bush. I came here today to find out what you two brothers are thinking. It seems I was worrying unnecessarily. People as intelligent as you brothers would surely understand that… a mere town like Woye is not enough to shake the foundation of the Great Wei.”

"General, you flatter me."

Yang Jun only needed to know that the Gao brothers had no intention of rebelling for the time being, and that the Gao brothers were waiting for the court to quell the rebellion. That was enough.

If the imperial army fails to quell the rebellion, not only will the Gao brothers rebel, but Yang Jun himself will also be unable to restrain the others in Huai Shuo from joining the rebellion.

"The rebels in Woye Town will definitely attack soon. At that time, Huai Shuo and Loujiawu Fort will support each other, so you two brothers will not need to return to the city."

He dared not let the Gao brothers return to the city; the current situation of mutual support was the best possible outcome.

Gao Huan and Gao Yu nodded. "General's plan is excellent."

"Then I shall take my leave. I need to personally arrange all the arrangements in the city."

Yang Jun turned and left. Right now, he really had to race against time and get everything arranged before the news spread further!

Watching Yang Jun leave.

Gao Yu couldn't help but be curious, "Many people in the city are dissatisfied with the imperial court. If the people all have rebellious intentions, can the general withstand the overwhelming public opinion?"

Gao Huan smiled and explained, "I just received news from the city that General Yang has increased the amount of relief distributed from the granaries today, which is obviously to appease the people. The number of patrols in Huai Shuo City has been increased, and anyone who incites the people will be killed on the spot. It is clear that the general wants to use both kindness and severity to prevent the people in the city from having any rebellious thoughts."

Gao Yu turned to look at Gao Huan. This was the advantage of having information channels. Even though he wasn't in the city, he knew everything about the situation in Huai Shuo City. But he could only envy him.

I must also say, the Lou family's information channels are indeed very well-connected.

It seems I need to think of a way to quickly build my own messaging network.

………………

Yang Jun returned to the city safely, and his personal guards were relieved and reported the situation.

"The Imperial Guards and patrols have apprehended five individuals suspected of inciting unrest and have taken them into custody."

"Execute them outright, then display their heads throughout the city, and declare that anyone who incites others to commit such acts will be executed! Anyone who harbors them will be implicated and executed along with them!"

"Here!"

After explaining everything, Yang Jun assigned the task of guarding the city wall to soldiers he could trust.

They then found Ge Rong.

After apologizing to him, and knowing that Ge Rong had no intention of rebelling, he pulled Ge Rong aside and began to plan how to set up the city's defenses in order to deal with the approaching Rouran rebels.

however.

That very night.

An uninvited guest arrived outside Huai Shuo City, riding a fast horse alone to the foot of the city wall.

"I am a guard of the General of Wuchuan Garrison. Let me into the city quickly, I have urgent military intelligence to report to General Yang!"

The city gates, of course, could not be opened.

The garrison of Huai Shuo lowered a bamboo basket and pulled it up.

After confirming his identity, they took him to Yang Jun!
A vague unease was nagging at Yang Jun's heart.

What military intelligence could we expect to receive from Wuchuan?
Could it be that the Rouran have moved south again?
What military intelligence do you have?

The guard anxiously informed him.

"General Yang, something terrible has happened! The towns of Huaihuang, Fuming, and Rouxuan have all rebelled and are already attacking!"

(End of this chapter)