After Yang Cheng dealt with Meng Tao, Zhang Meng and the others finally came over.
"Tsk tsk, the boss is really sharp. This guy is slippery, only you could take care of him so quickly."
Yang Cheng shook his head and said, "It just so happens that I have the advantage over this guy. If I didn't have a mental technique, it would have been difficult for me to keep him alive even if he fought to the death."
It's quite strange that the Thirty-Six Great Bandits got involved in the White Lotus Sect's affairs. Have these two joined forces?
Ye Meiniang said from the side, "My men have captured several of the White Lotus Saintess's personal maids. Perhaps they can get some clues after interrogating them."
Yang Cheng nodded and followed them back to the White Lotus Temple to completely eliminate the remnants of the White Lotus Sect.
At the same time, he ordered the three prefectures to launch simultaneous operations to annihilate the remaining members of the White Lotus Cult.
In fact, with the death of the White Lotus Saintess, the remaining members of the White Lotus Cult could no longer pose any significant threat.
However, to nip the problem in the bud, the White Lotus Sect, such a scourge, must eventually be eradicated.
That night, Ye Meiniang knocked on Yang Cheng's door.
"Boss, the interrogation results are in."
"Oh? What clues do you have?"
Ye Meiniang said with a gloomy expression, "At first, they refused to talk. They were all severely brainwashed by the White Lotus Sect."
However, after I showed them the head of the White Lotus Mother, they finally broke down and told me everything they knew.
The Thirty-Six Great Bandits did not join forces with the White Lotus Sect; Meng Tao came only to deliver a message to the White Lotus Holy Mother.
That is to let the White Lotus Sect rebel with peace of mind, and the Wuwei Army will absolutely not take a single step. Within the heart of the Central Plains, the imperial court has no power that can threaten the White Lotus Sect.
Moreover, Meng Tao arrived before Dugu Cheng petitioned the court not to depart.
Upon hearing this, Yang Cheng's expression darkened, as if he had realized something.
Something's really off about this.
How did the Thirty-Six Great Bandits know that the Wuwei Army wouldn't move?
Could they possibly be prescient enough to know that Dugu Cheng would petition the court not to suppress the White Lotus Sect?
If they had the ability to foresee the future, those three people wouldn't have died three years ago, and Meng Tao wouldn't be dead now either.
So it's quite obvious that they got the information from Dugu Cheng himself, and that the Wuwei Army wouldn't take action!
Ye Meiniang said fiercely, "Boss, we've been tricked this time!"
The White Lotus Rebellion was not premeditated; rather, it was instigated by someone!
Dugu Cheng was deliberately trying to trap the adult there and use someone else to do the dirty work!
"When we get back, we must impeach Dugu Cheng and have him removed from his position as Grand General!"
Yang Cheng said calmly, "No need. It's best to keep this to ourselves and not bring it up."
"Why?!"
Ye Meiniang looked astonished.
In her memory, Yang Chengke was never the kind of person who would just endure being wronged.
Dugu Cheng's actions were so outrageous that Yang Cheng should not have tolerated them.
"Because at times like this, even if you consult Dugu Cheng, it won't be of any use."
Even if Meng Tao were alive and willing to identify Dugu Cheng, it wouldn't make a difference.
The Great Zhou is already a frightened bird. Dugu Cheng is the only force the Great Zhou military can rely on. How could they possibly turn against Dugu Cheng?
Therefore, as long as Dugu Cheng doesn't directly raise the banner of rebellion, the Great Zhou will tolerate it.
"So we're just going to keep putting up with this?"
Ye Meiniang was somewhat displeased.
A mysterious smile appeared on Yang Cheng's lips: "Of course not. As long as the Great Zhou sees that even without Dugu Cheng, my Zhenwu Hall can still protect the Great Zhou, that's enough."
Ye Meiniang seemed to understand but not quite, but Yang Cheng still chased her out to prepare various reports needed after the destruction of the White Lotus Sect, as she would be returning to the Great Zhou tomorrow.
When Yang Cheng led the Black-Clad Guards of Zhenwu Hall out of the capital, the martial arts world was still relatively unaware of it.
But as Yang Cheng fought alone for three hundred miles, conquering three cities in succession, he went to the White Lotus Temple on Mount Tianding and killed the White Lotus Holy Mother.
His reputation as the Grand Commander of Zhenwu Hall was truly renowned throughout the land, and the name of the Black-Clad Guards of Zhenwu Hall resounded in the ears of all martial arts practitioners.
The situation of the Great Zhou Dynasty was already precarious, but Dugu Cheng led the Wuwei Army to guard the Central Plains, which was enough to keep some forces in check.
As Yang Chengming made his name known throughout the land, those forces that had harbored rebellious intentions and were eager to try gradually became docile.
After all, the White Lotus Sect's past mistakes were a stark reminder, and this Grand Commander of the Zhenwu Hall was definitely a ruthless character.
Because he had to escort some remnants of the White Lotus Sect to the capital for trial, and there were also some seized supplies, Yang Cheng's return journey was very slow, taking almost a month before he finally arrived back in the capital.
At this moment, in front of the capital city gate, Grand Tutor Cai led a group of court officials to personally welcome Yang Cheng, making quite a grand entrance.
"Congratulations to the Grand Commander on his triumphant return after annihilating the White Lotus Sect!"
Grand Tutor Cai stood in front of the city gate, laughing heartily as he offered his congratulations.
When Yang Cheng returned in triumph, Grand Tutor Cai was overjoyed.
Yuwen Du, one of his subordinates, participated in the battle to quell the White Lotus Rebellion alongside Yang Cheng. Although his military achievements were not comparable to Yang Cheng's, he still managed to get a share of the spoils.
Moreover, Yuwen Du had already written to Grand Tutor Cai, saying that Yang Cheng had deliberately given him many military achievements, treating him the same as the Zhenwu Hall.
By this time, Grand Tutor Cai had pretty much figured out Yang Cheng's temperament and character.
As long as you stand on his side, no matter how much effort you put in, he will definitely not treat his own people unfairly.
Therefore, Grand Tutor Cai gave Yang Cheng a great deal of face this time, personally leading all the officials to welcome him. This was an honor that had not been seen in the hundreds of years since the founding of the Great Zhou Dynasty.
"Grand Tutor Cai, you're too kind. We are both ministers entrusted with the care of the young emperor. How could I let you come to greet me personally?"
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