different warring states of japan

Chapter 1370
Hashiba Hideyoshi bowed and thanked the two important ministers for their help, with a face as death as home, bowed deeply to Oda Nobunaga, and said.

"If I unfortunately die in battle in Jinqi Castle, I implore the main hall to take care of my father and husband in my hometown village."

Oda Nobunaga looked at Hashiba Hideyoshi, even though he was as utilitarian as her, he still cherished his talents at this time.This thin and small servant followed her all the way, and turned into two thousand stones, his talent is indeed extraordinary.

she said solemnly.

"If you die in battle, your father, husband, and I will support you, so don't worry about it.

Also, don't say such depressing words before going to the battlefield, and survive well.When I come back, I will reward you a lot. "

Hashiba Hideyoshi showed a sincere smile. The reason why she jumped out first to fight was because she was looking forward to Oda Nobunaga's extraordinary reward.

Although Oda Nobunaga has countless faults, she has one advantage that is enough to make the samurai under her command shut up her complaints, that is, she is generous enough.

Oda Nobunaga is never stingy when it comes to valuable people.It's just that he is rewarded enough for meritorious service and severely punished for making mistakes. He is not an easy master to serve.

Since ancient times, there is nothing better than saving a car. Hashiba Hideyoshi went out in public and voluntarily died. This not only saved the Oda army, but also saved the life of Oda Nobunaga.

If this credit cannot be exchanged for a sufficient reward, Oda Nobunaga is proud of the clear rewards and punishments, and no one will believe it in the future.

So as long as he doesn't die this time, Hashiba Hideyoshi's status in the Oda family will inevitably rise to another level, and he will enter the ranks of important ministers. This is why Takenaka Shigeharu was so excited that he pinched her.

Hashiba Hideyoshi, who was born as a commoner and joined the low-level samurai family, and finally climbed to the middle-level samurai family, has a glass ceiling above her head.

It is impossible to go up to the sky if you follow the steps. Today's opportunity to die may not be able to wait for a second time in her whole life, so she must firmly grasp it.

If you don't want to waste your whole life in the position of middle-level martial arts, then you have to use your life to fight the hesitation of the concubine, ten deaths and no lives.

Hashiba Hideyoshi's headquarters does not have many people, but the two hundred people given by Oda Nobunaga, and the one hundred people given by Niwa Changhide and Shibata Katsuie, must be elites.

It's not that they deliberately sympathized with Hashiba Hideyoshi, it's just that the matter of breaking up is related to the safety of the army's retreat.Without giving it to the elite, who knows if Hashiba Hideyoshi can hold Kanazaki Castle for three days?

Having decided on the most difficult person to die, Oda Nobunaga also secretly heaved a sigh of relief, and said to Niwa Nagahide beside him.

"Mi Wuniang, you choose the manpower first, and leave tonight.

I don't care whether you are coercing, luring, or using other methods, you must stabilize the local samurai of Wakasa, and you cannot let them jump out to make trouble for me at this time. "

"Hi!"

Starting from Niwa Nagahide, Oda Nobunaga calmly arranged the tasks.

Although the current situation is very bad, Oda Nobunaga's prestige is very high, and he can control the situation. Zhu Ji is flustered and not chaotic, and let her arrange the retreat order in an orderly manner.

A military discussion from noon to sunset was finally well planned.

Finally, Oda Nobunaga clapped his hands and said in a cold voice.

"The setback is getting worse today, all because of the villain's shameless betrayal! I will never forget this shame, and I will definitely come back again!

Zhu Ji, martial luck is prosperous! "

All the concubines kowtowed and shouted together.

"The Oda family's martial arts are prosperous!"

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After the military discussion, everyone went their separate ways.

Hashiba Hideyoshi and Takenaka Shigeharu hurried out of the formation with serious expressions on their faces.

They had to react quickly enough to seize this opportunity after the break.But it is still unknown whether he can survive and finally take this credit into his arms.

Just as the two walked quickly with sullen faces, wanting to go back early to discuss the specific details, a shout suddenly came from behind.

"Master Hashiba, please stay."

The two turned their heads together, only to see Akechi Mitsuhide catching up quickly, sweating slightly on his forehead, panting and laughing.

Hashiba Hideyoshi subconsciously glanced at Shigeharu Takenaka beside him, seeing that she was also puzzled, so he stepped forward and smiled.

"My lord, do you have anything to do with me?"

Akechi Mitsuhide gently wiped the sweat from his forehead, the graceful movements made Hashiba Hideyoshi secretly envious.This natural aristocratic temperament, she can't learn it even if she wants to, she can only be greedy.

Hashiba Hideyoshi wondered, although she and Akechi Mitsuhide were both guards in Kyoto, they had little contact with each other.

The biggest interaction between the two was probably when Akechi Mitsuhide feasted on Shiba Yoshigin in the quiet room of Tofukuji Temple, and Hashiba Hideyoshi accompanied him until dawn in the corner outside the house, drooling with envy.

Akechi Mitsuhide bowed slightly and said.

"Hashiba-sama is loyal and loyal, and volunteered to serve as the army of His Royal Highness Oda, I admire it very much."

Hashiba Hideyoshi waved his hands, pretending to be afraid, and said shyly.

"Eating the king's salary, and being loyal to the king, this is the duty that should be done, and it cannot be appreciated by a wise man.

I heard that Mr. Wise once vowed that the world will not be peaceful and never get married, and because of this, he rejected the marriage proposal from the hall.

You are a loyal person with great benevolence, righteousness and compassion who cares about the world. "

The two complimented each other, they both laughed and said some nonsense that they didn't dare to take. The atmosphere was very harmonious.

Hashiba Hideyoshi has the ability to talk nonsense when he sees people, and talk nonsense when he sees people.Even Katsuie Shibata, who always disliked her, couldn't say a word about her, and could only despise her for her humble background.

And Akechi Mitsuhide didn't allow much room for it, and it was also his superficial kung fu that made his hands slippery.Although everyone knows that she is not easy to mess with, she is very popular and has a wide network of contacts.

Oda Nobunaga was dubious about Akechi Mitsuhide's oath, but Hashiba Hideyoshi knew in his heart what this elegant Hime samurai in front of him had done to Shiba Yoshigin.

What kind of people with lofty ideals have the world in mind?dog p!Seven times a night is not enough for this color embryo!The old lady remembered it clearly for her in the corner!A whole seven times!
This matter was deeply buried in Hashiba Hideyoshi's heart, and he never mentioned it to anyone, even if he was as close as Shigeharu Takenaka, he didn't know about it.

Oda Nobunaga didn't see through Tomohide Tomohide, and Akechi Mitsuhide didn't see through Hashiba Hideyoshi, but Hashiba Hideyoshi saw these two thoroughly in his heart.

At this time, Akechi Mitsuhide did not know that Hashiba Hideyoshi knew his details, let alone that Hashiba Hideyoshi had great ambitions, so he deliberately covered up this secret and did not inform Oda Nobunaga.

Akechi Mitsuhide was only very interested in this new important minister of the Oda family, so he came to help and make a good relationship.

In other people's eyes, Hashiba Hideyoshi is going to die without a life, but Akechi Mitsuhide is sure that she will come back alive.

As long as Hashiba Hideyoshi does not die in Kanazaki Castle, with Oda Nobunaga's character, he will definitely be rewarded generously.

Akechi Mitsuhide had met Hashiba Hideyoshi back then. At that time, the humble low-level Ji Wushi, relying on his own efforts, climbed to the position of the Kyoto garrison in a few years, very capable.

If Hashiba Hideyoshi can survive this catastrophe, he will definitely become an important minister of the Oda family. This person is worthy of Mitsuhide Akechi's bet and investment.

The two exchanged a few more pleasantries, and Mitsuhide Akechi changed the subject and talked about serious business.

"It's very difficult for Master Yu Chai to go here.

The Chaocang family has assembled a full [-] troops. If you act properly, it is not difficult to defend the city for three days, but the difficulty lies in retreating.

The Asakura Asai Allied Forces found out that something was wrong, and they will definitely pursue it with all their strength, hoping to increase the losses of the Oda family as much as possible.

Master Yuchai, as the palace army after the end, it is easy to defend the city, but not easy to escape. If he is caught by the pursuers, it will be unpredictable. "

Misfortune and good fortune are unpredictable. This statement is still implicit, and it is normal for the entire army to be wiped out.If the palace army can't get rid of the pursuers, and the enemy troops continue to kill them, they will die.

If other samurai encountered Akechi Mitsuhide making such gestures, it would be embarrassing, and they would not give her a good face.

But Hashiba Hideyoshi is not an ordinary person. She has walked this journey with extraordinary hardships, and her body is far softer than ordinary people, so she will never offend people easily.

Hearing Akechi Mitsuhide's words at this time, she showed a sad expression and sighed.

"That's right, this task is difficult, most likely it's because you never return, and it's hard to see Mr Wise again.

Please also ask Mr. Wise to greet Jin Duodian for me, saying that I always remember his care for me, but I have never had the opportunity to repay him.

This mission. .Hey. .There may never be another chance in the future. "

Hashiba Hideyoshi spoke very levelly, he didn't say a word of pity for himself, he just sighed that he couldn't repay his kindness in this life, and he felt sorry for him.

Regardless of Akechi Mitsuhide's purpose for coming here, Hashiba Hideyoshi's words are full of goodwill, whether there is good or bad, it can be said that nothing leaks.

Akechi Mitsuhide took a deep look at her, this person is good at talking, then shook his head and said with a smile.

"Master Hashiba is too pessimistic, you and I are old acquaintances, and you and Jin Taden even knew each other at a very young age, so you can be regarded as poor and lowly acquaintances.

It is dangerous for you to go here, if I just stand by and do nothing, Jin Dadian will definitely be very upset if he finds out about it in the future. "

Hashiba Hideyoshi bowed deeply and said.

"Sensei-sama, do you have a good plan to help me? Hideyoshi is very grateful, please advise."

Akechi Mitsuhide smiled, feeling a little bit afraid of this nimble little dwarf.

It is a talent with a low profile, flexible means, and the courage to use all available resources to assist yourself.When she gets off the ground, she must be a very powerful person.

Although Akechi Mitsuhide was a little vigilant in his heart, he smiled with relief when he thought of the overlapping conflicts within the Oda vassal group.

Leave this powerful person to the important ministers of the Oda retainer group to bear, and do my thing.

Akechi Mitsuhide said softly.

"I don't dare to advise, I don't know the military actions of the Oda family, and it's not good to say something that doesn't matter, hindering your military affairs.

However, the relationship between Asakura Keiki and Tsudaden in Tsuruga Port is very good now.

I would like to write a letter to clarify your friendship with Jin Dadian, please take it with you.If the battle situation is unfavorable and you cannot retreat in time, you can try to go to Tsuruga Port to temporarily avoid the limelight.

With Tsudaden's face, Asakura Keiji should not refuse your asylum. "

Hashiba Hideyoshi is overjoyed, what a way!

The Oda family invaded from the west of Tsuruga County, set fire to the port town along the coastline, disrupted the rhythm of the defenders, and then quickly interspersed from north to south, taking down Hita Castle, Kanezaki Castle, and Totsuyama Castle.

The locations of the three cities are Hita Castle in the south close to the Asai Territory of Aifaseki, Totsuyama Castle in the northeast leading to the Asakura Territory of the Fukui Plain, and Kanazaki Castle in the middle staring at the coastline of Tsuruga Port.

Tsuruga County is a small plain hanging alone on the coastline. It is separated from the Omi Basin in the south and the Fukui Plain in the northeast by mountains and connected by mountain passes.

Therefore, Oda Nobunaga chose to enter the Wakasa country in the west first, and then invaded with the help of the coastline connecting Wakasa Bay and Tsuruga Bay, avoiding the easy-to-defend and difficult-to-attack mountains.

At this time, the Oda family withdrew their troops, and the front line of Aifaguan in the south was the Asai family who had turned their backs. Naturally, the army took the old road, returned to the Wakasa country in the west, and then detoured south to Takashima County to Kyoto.

The Totsuyama Castle in the northeast and the Hita Castle in the south were all abandoned, leaving only Kanezaki Castle blocking the eastern section of the coastline, attracting Asakura Asai's allied forces to attack from north to south.

Three days, whether it is long or not, is not short.As long as Hashiba Hideyoshi covers it well, the Asakura family may not be able to find out that the Oda army is retreating, and even if they find out, they will not be so quick to send troops to pursue.

In the best case, the Asakura family would send a vanguard army to pursue them, and the number would not be too many.The Asai family hadn't reacted yet, the army didn't go north to attack, and Hashiba Hideyoshi was able to escape smoothly.

But how can there be so many ifs in life?Hashiba Hideyoshi didn't want to bet his wealth and life on the unresponsiveness of the Asakura and Asai families.

And this letter from Akechi Mitsuhide was like adding a layer of insurance to her.

Kanazaki Castle is located in the east of Tsuruga Bay, retreating along the coastline, and must pass near Tsuruga Port.

With this letter, Hashiba Hideyoshi ran as long as he could, and if he couldn't, he took the letter and sneaked into Tsuruga Port to seek asylum.Although it is embarrassing and embarrassing to do so, at least it can save your life.

Asakura Kageki of Tsuruga Port is called Asakura's retainer. In fact, he had a falling out with Asakura Yoshike, the family governor, and now he is relying on Shiba Yoshiyin to make a living on the Hokuriku Road trade route.

Akechi Mitsuhide's letter pointed out that Hashiba Hideyoshi was an old friend of Yoshihiro Shiba when he was down in Owari, and he begged Asakura Keiki for help.

Asakura Keiji couldn't figure out whether the true relationship between Hashiba Hideyoshi and Shiba Yoshigin was deep or shallow, so he would definitely protect Hashiba Hideyoshi.Let Shibo Yoshihiro's old friend die, and she will not be a good person in the future.

Yoshikage Asakura would be very angry that Tsuruga harbored the Oda family's grandson, but Nagamasa Asai would not attack Keiki Asakura, who was the daughter of a benefactor whom Shiba Yoshigin asked her to help take care of.

Asakura and Asai's two coalition forces can pursue Oda Nobunaga, but there is probably nothing they can do about Hashiba Hideyoshi who has hid in Tsuruga Port.

Asai Nagamasa disagreed, and Asakura Yoshikage had no way to hug the grass and beat the rabbit, and took the opportunity to get back the fat of Tsuruga County.

Asakura Keiki, like Asai Nagamasa, is preventing Asakura Yoshikage from intervening in Tsuruga Port. This is an important part of the Hokuriku Road trade route, and it is related to everyone's jobs.

Of course, Hideyoshi Hashiba hopes to complete the mission with honor, and return to Oda's house with his head held high to accept the reward.

But if things go wrong, she will decisively let go of her reserve and flee to Tsuruga Port.Save your own life so that you can continue to serve the Oda family in the future.

In the final analysis, this matter is that Akechi Mitsuhide borrowed Shiba Yoshigin's prestige to put a talisman on Hashiba Hideyoshi, and forged a good relationship.

At most, the relationship between Asakura Kageki and Asakura Yoshikage has deteriorated, and Asai Nagamasa is a bit in a dilemma.Anyway, the Shiba family had no loss, and Mitsuhide Akechi just wrote on a piece of paper without much effort.

Even if she started arguing in the future, it would be her own initiative, and Yoshihiko Shiba would just reprimand her and it would be over.Asakura Yoshike, Asakura Keiki, Asai Nagamasa, who would dare not give Shiba Yoshino face?
But this piece of paper became Hashiba Hideyoshi's confidence, allowing her to settle down and work hard.So whether it is useful or not, she owes Akechi Mitsuhide a favor.

Hashiba Hideyoshi bowed deeply and said gratefully.

"Thank you so much, Mr. Wise, I will never forget your helping hand, and there will be rewards in the future!"

Akechi Mitsuhide covered his mouth and smiled, already thinking in his heart, when will he be able to use Hashiba Hideyoshi's relationship in the future?

(End of this chapter)