Daming Yuanfu

Chapter 1814 Under the chaos of Pingwo ([-])
The so-called blessings never come singly, and misfortunes never come singly. It didn't take long for another thing to happen: Toyotomi Hideyoshi's younger brother who was bedridden, Yamato Nagon, who was only 17 years old, died of illness.

Kanbai Toyotomi Hideji was very sad, but when Toyotomi Hideyoshi found out, he strictly ordered the secret burial, and the world was not allowed to know, and no one from Toyotomi's family was allowed to attend the funeral.

The chief executive Asano Nagamasa couldn't understand why Hideyoshi was like this. Ishida Mitsunari woke up from the side and said: "Master Shi Shi is not yet three years old, and the previous Master Tsurumatsu died when he was less than three years old, so this matter is settled." It will make His Majesty Taige very terrified."

Asano Nagamasa was surprised: "Because of this, His Highness Xiubao must be concealed from the news of his death?"

Ishida Mitsunari sighed slightly, and replied: "That's right, His Highness Taiko just hopes that nothing will happen this year, and it won't happen—I mean the death of someone in Toyotomi's family."

Asano Nagamasa was deeply worried that this matter would widen the rift between Taiko and Guanbai. Ishida Mitsunari was silent for a while, hesitant to speak, but in the end he remained silent.

On the other hand, the Beizheng Institute kept advising Hideyoshi: "Xiubao is your nephew, a rare relative of yours. As an uncle, at least you have to give him a ride. This is family affection."

Unexpectedly, Hideyoshi was not only unwilling, but also complained about Xiubao's death: "Ningning, this man has committed two crimes. One is that he died this year, and the other is that he will do his best in the future. If I can't do it, how can I forgive him!"

This is too outrageous. Could it be that Toyotomi Hideho wants to die by himself?The Beizheng Office also deeply felt that Hideyoshi was unreasonable, and blamed him: "What are you talking about, Xiubao has been suffering from illness, and now, as a child who has gone to the underworld, you still have to be blamed like this, even if he gets there. It will be uncomfortable!

You are an uncle, and you don't care about the life and death of other children when you have your own child?Even the rednecks can do better than you!With the blessing of destiny, there will be no more premature deaths, and you should not be so indifferent to your relatives because of this. "

But Hideyoshi didn't want to listen to any more opinions at this time, so he simply ordered everyone not to mention Hideo's name on the grounds that Hideo's name was no longer auspicious, and the Beizheng Institute left angrily.

Toyotomi Hideji originally wanted to hold a grand funeral for his younger brother Hideo, but received a strict order from the Taige to bury Hideo in a secret and simple way.

Of course, more importantly, Toyotomi Hideyoshi's indifferent treatment of Hideho's death made Toyotomi Hideji feel terrified. He sighed: "I finally understand that it doesn't matter to my uncle. We are to that young master." , are just obstacles!"

Various incidents over a long period of time made Hideji feel that in Hideyoshi's heart, he was no longer an heir, not even a relative, but merely a threat from Shaojun.As a result, Toyotomi Hideji's uneasiness has reached its peak.

Anyone with a discerning eye can see the changes in the relationship between Guanbai and Taige. The Beizheng Office is very worried and seeks Maeda Toshiie to discuss.Bei Zhengsuo said: "Innocent Xiu Bao, even his death will be concealed, Xiu Ci is even more worrying to me, that child is very sensitive, and he is in the position of Guan Bai, and because of Shi's birth, he and Hideyoshi are suspicious of each other , I’m afraid he will think too much this time, how can we help him?”

Maeda Toshiie could only comfort Beizhengsuo and said: "Young Lord is the Taige's greatest sustenance, and this feeling has surpassed everything. After Shaojun's Yuanfu, the Guanbai position must belong to Shaojun. But before that , His Royal Highness Taige, who is well versed in the operation of power, knows how great the temptation of power is, so he is worried about His Highness Guan Bai, and has made several temptations.

However, His Highness Taige is currently... In my opinion, he is still full of expectations for His Highness Guan Bai, but Taige's love can only be shown to Shaojun now. "

The Beizheng Office asked again: "What about Sun Qilang? Will Sun Qilang be overly sensitive and cause trouble?"

Maeda Toshiie thought about it and said: "His Highness Guanbai knows that he is temporarily serving as Guanbai, but he really wants to make achievements to gain His Highness Taiko's approval. His Highness Guanbai is not dull and cowardly, but has a delicate mind. His Highness Taiko How can you not notice the change?

It is precisely out of fear and worry that this leads to suspicion and difficulty in communicating between the two. This situation is equivalent to two people harboring good intentions, but they may end up fighting each other. That is the most dangerous event. "

Bei Zheng was shocked and said: "Are you saying that the two of them will be completely opposed in the end? Will it really come to this point? Sun Qilang is just a child, so it's not enough. I think we should promote the harmony between the two of them as soon as possible. The Toyotomi family must not have civil strife."

Maeda Toshiie sighed, and suggested: "What Bei Zheng said is very true. In fact, in my opinion, His Highness Hideji is not suitable for the position of Guan Bai, especially not suitable for the position of Guan Bai in the current period. In terms of his character.

In my opinion, no matter when Taiko and Guan Bai open their hearts to restore harmony, Hideji-sama should resign from Guan Bai as soon as possible, so as to truly preserve it. "

The Beizheng Office said: "Resign Guan Bai? Then who will do Guan Bai? This is not an easy matter, and they have to communicate first—after all, they are uncles and nephews, aren't they? Oh, man , will always bring fame and wealth into life, and everything becomes very complicated because of this."

Maeda Toshiie smiled bitterly and said: "What you said is not wrong at all, but because of this, you are the key to resolving the conflict between the two. You and His Highness Taige are a couple in need, and they have never left each other for decades. For His Highness Guan Bai, she is also a kinder person than her biological mother.

In my opinion, no one is more suitable than you to clear up the suspicion between them. I also ask you to say a few good words for His Highness Guan Bai from time to time, I believe it will always be useful. As the "principal" of "Ningning Kindergarten", Beizheng Institute readily agreed to this, but she didn't know how effective it would be.

On the other side, Tokugawa Ieyasu also discussed this with his vassal Honda Masanobu. Tokugawa Ieyasu said: "Taiko and Kanbai, everything has quietly changed since the birth of Shiyi. His Highness Kanbai has actually done a good job." Yes, it is quite popular, but it is a pity that they are not parents and children... maybe even His Royal Highness Taige himself did not think that at this age, he would still be able to grow old, and now the relationship between the two is hard to say."

Masanobu Honda commented on this: "His Royal Highness Guanbai can only be Guanbai in a peaceful and prosperous age. He can do this Guanbai well now because His Highness Taige helped him open up the world, shock the world, and stabilize the world. So that he can handle state affairs with peace of mind.

Under the coercion of His Royal Highness Taige, many big names and ministers also need such a Guan Bai, who can ease the relationship between all parties.If His Royal Highness Taige passed away before the political power was completely stabilized, then Guan Bai must be unable to support the situation, or he could only rely on luck and Toyotomi's foundation...My lord, all this depends entirely on His Royal Highness Taige's physical condition. "

Tokugawa Ieyasu nodded and said: "In my opinion, it would be better to resign from Guan Bai's position early. Now that the two of them are suspicious of each other, Taige may help Ah Shi get rid of Guan Bai in advance to avoid future troubles. It's better to retire earlier to protect yourself.

Let me tell you, how old is this Shi?What do you say to wait until Yuanfu to give way to Guan Bai? I think His Highness Guan Bai has already been executed before Ashi Yuanfu. "

Ben Duo Zhengxin echoed: "Exactly, my lord is right. In fact, His Highness Guan Bai's ending was doomed from the moment Young Master A Shi was born. His Highness Taige was suspicious, cunning, and ruthless and decisive. On the contrary, His Highness Guan Bai Benevolent and refined, I don't know how powerful it is.

It is precisely because of the power involved that it is difficult for the two to communicate, and because they are not the biological father and son, they are more likely to be suspected and guarded against.As long as someone puts a little effort into this, His Highness Guan Bai will definitely die at the hands of Taige.If it is still said that His Highness Guan Bai can escape this catastrophe, the minister thinks that it can only be achieved by the protection of the gods. "

After listening to Honda Masanobu's analysis, Tokugawa Ieyasu also felt the same way: "Well, your analysis makes sense. But after all, it's all about the Toyotomi family's business. We don't have to do anything, just watch it from the sidelines." Just change, if there are things that can be used, or people that can be used, then act according to the situation. No matter what the result is, it will be beneficial to my Tokugawa family and will not cause any harm."

Honda Zhengxin said: "My lord made a clear decision, and my lord can also learn from this lesson, so as to prevent the Tokugawa family from repeating the same mistakes."

Tokugawa Ieyasu agreed, and said: "It's good that this happened to Toyotomi's family, last time the Taiko forced me to attack Tamanawa and Misaki castles earlier, and I managed to delay it again.

Now that Misaki Castle has received additional troops from the Maritime Trade Alliance, and Narita Kai has personally led the troops to deter Tamawa Castle. Whether we are attacking or adjusting strategies, it is actually very difficult.At the same time, I think that the conditions offered by Narita Kai on behalf of the Maritime Trade Alliance are quite generous, and there is no need for my Tokugawa family to take chestnuts for the Toyotomi family. "

"My lord is wise." Honda Zhengxin praised: "Now that the conquest of the dynasty has almost been declared a failure, if Taige wants to launch another attack, he will not only have to face the Ming army, which will definitely become stronger and stronger, but will also cause strong reactions among the famous names in the Western Kingdom. Dissatisfaction, coupled with the imminent turmoil within the Toyotomi family... If the current situation continues, if something happens to Taige himself, this Toyotomi family may come to an end."

"Toyotomi? Those who steal the hook will be punished, and those who steal the country will be fine." Tokugawa Ieyasu said expressionlessly: "The world has its own righteous way. Although Nobunaga's world was stolen by him, he is just a lowly person after all. Being Guanbai and Taige is nothing more than a monkey.

Now he is desperate for the sake of his parent and child, but he doesn't know that there is a reason why the family name of my Wu family is more important than blood.With such perverted behavior, he may be able to hold on to the situation right now, but if the number of days changes, his Toyotomi house may be like a sand barrier on the beach, and he will be overwhelmed as soon as he hits it. "

Honda Masanobu smiled and said: "The pillar of Japan is the Samurai family. He should not be in charge of the Samurai family. At that time, the number of days will be easier. The Samurai family will naturally regain their own glory, and the Tokugawa family is obliged to do their part."

This time, Tokugawa Ieyasu did not express his position immediately. Instead, he pondered for a while before slowly saying: "The general trend may be like this, but I am still worried at the moment... Tell me, once the number of days changes, the Sea Trade Alliance will What position do you hold? Or let me put it more clearly: Will the Sea Trade Alliance support my Tokugawa family?"

Honda Masanobu was silent for a moment, and said in the usual Japanese ambiguous style: "The Maritime Trade Alliance is for business. I believe that as long as it is a matter of interest, there is nothing that cannot be discussed."

Tokugawa Ieyasu was silent for a long time, nodded slightly, and said in a deep voice: "Continue to maintain contact with Narita Kai, and...you can hint her that if she gives birth to Liner in the future, the Tokugawa family hopes to adopt a son."

Honda Zhengshin was taken aback: "Your lord?"

"My Tokugawa family is a famous samurai family. If the world is united, we can naturally establish a shogunate." Tokugawa Ieyasu took a deep breath and added: "The Narita family's family status is also enough, so her son is adopted by the Tokugawa family. There is no doubt that he can be a general who conquers barbarians."

"My lord! Is this really necessary?" Honda Masanobu was still shocked.

"The family name of the Tokugawa family is the most important thing. I am not Kinoshita Tokichiro." Tokugawa Ieyasu said calmly: "You have to know that once the situation we just talked about occurs, under the chaos of Japan, Toyotomi will collapse, then who can have the decisive power?
It is nothing more than the Toyotomi remnant party and our Tokugawa.However, in addition to this, the Maritime Trade Alliance is the largest external force that is both in Japan and not in Japan, and their position will become the final winner. We must take precautions against this. "

Honda Zhengxin became serious, thought for a long time, and resolutely said: "Yes, my lord has a far-reaching view. At that time, the only one who could determine Japan's ownership was the Maritime Trade Alliance, and the high cabinet of Ming Dynasty behind the Maritime Trade Alliance Generally speaking, it doesn't matter who he helps, so if we Tokugawa can't spend a lot of money, how can we ensure that he will help us?"

Tokugawa Ieyasu nodded, no longer discussing this matter, but frowned and said: "It's just that there is a problem right now. The Kaiji has been back to Japan for a long time, but she was not seen pregnant. It can be seen that she stayed in the Ming Dynasty for too long after she got married. It's short... This will affect our overall situation in the future, we have to find a way to give her a chance to return to the Ming Dynasty to conceive, so that this strategy of adoption can be implemented."

Honda Zhengshin said worriedly: "But she returned to Japan to prevent us from mobilizing troops against Yusheng and Misaki. Now we can't reject the Taiko in the open, so we can only delay time by various means. In this case , how can Jia Fei Ji return to the Ming Kingdom with peace of mind?"

Tokugawa Ieyasu said: "After Hidetaka Shangluo returns to Edo this time, find a way to let him go to Tamanasu Castle."

Ben Duo Zhengxin took a deep breath and said: "My lord, not to mention that this matter is extremely dangerous for the young master, just say that this action itself has some serious intentions. If the Taige finds out..."

"That's why I said to find a way to send him instead of letting him go there blatantly." Tokugawa Ieyasu said in a deep voice, "I don't think the Sea Trade Alliance will be so stupid as to leak this news."

Honda Zhengxin said cautiously: "Yes, I understand, it's just the young master..."

"I will discuss it clearly with him." Tokugawa Ieyasu said: "He is the son of a samurai family, so we should be able to distinguish which is more important."
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(End of this chapter)