Ashikaga Yoshiaki was convinced.
She grew up in a Buddhist temple and had no knowledge of martial arts politics. This time she returns to secular life to fight for the throne because she firmly believes that the Ashikaga family's family status will make all the samurai families in the world stand by her side unconditionally.
Wada Weimasa's rhetoric of a noble family suited her very well. So he gladly accepted the help from the Rokkaku family.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki smiled.
"Rokkaku Yoshiharu is quite sensible. I will keep his kindness to the Rokkaku family in mind."
However, Wada Weimasa disagreed in her heart. Her rhetoric was to please Ashikaga Yoshiaki. In fact, Rokkaku Yoshiaki was unable to decide anything at all.
During the era of Rokkaku Sadeyori, the Rokkaku family dominated recent times, and even Ashikaga Yoshiteru got married in a black hat ceremony hosted by Rokkaku Sadeyori.
It's just that the Rokkaku family, which has infinite glory, fell into a complete mess during the era of Rokkaku Yoshihide. He was defeated several times and his family business collapsed.
When Rokkaku Yoshiharu, the granddaughter of Rokkaku Sadayori, took control of the real power, he found that he had really become a granddaughter, and he felt extremely aggrieved.
On behalf of the retainers group, Goto Kentoyo put many constraints on the master's family and pointed fingers. The young Rokkaku Yoshizhi was born from fear and killed this important member of the family with one knife.
As a result, dissatisfaction broke out among the retainers and Guanyin Temple was in turmoil. Rokkaku Yoshiken Yoshiharu's mother and daughter had to escape from the castle in embarrassment and relied on the good offices of the Kamao family to return to Kannonji Castle.
The Rokkaku Shiki jointly drafted by Rokkaku Yoshiharu and the retainers stipulated the rights and obligations of both parties, and her power was completely restricted.
The confrontation between the Rokkaku retainers group and the Koga clan further caused the prestige of Rokkaku Yoshiji to plummet. She is just a poor family governor. What can she decide whether she has fame or power?
The Rokkaku family themselves were busy fighting among themselves and had no interest in dealing with Ashikaga Yoshiaki. They also didn't want to see the Miyoshi family, a group of Shiki natives occupying Kyoto, so they decided to give Ashikaga Yoshiaki some support.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki was so moved that there was no need at all. If Rokkaku Yoshiharu had the power he had during Rokkaku's Sadoyori period, he would have come out to cause trouble a long time ago. Who wouldn't be able to go to Romon?
Wada Yaimai continued to reassure Ashikaga Yoshiaki, she said.
"I have some close friends of the ministers in Kyoto, and I have received a lot of news. It is said that Miyoshi Yoshitsugu and Ise Sadakyo have been in trouble recently.
The three good armies are stationed in the mountain city country, and this winter will be difficult. Miyoshi Yoshitsugu hoped that the ministers would provide supplies to help the Miyoshi family survive the winter, but Ise Sakyo was reluctant to express his position.
The first snow of winter was not far away, and Miyoshi Yoshitsugu lost his temper several times and even threatened Ise Sadao. "
Ashikaga Yoshiaki asked.
"Miyoshi's army is in Kyoto. How dare Ise Sakyo dare to challenge Miyoshi Yoshitsugu?"
Wada Weimasa smiled.
"Ise Sakyo doesn't want to, but Ninagawa himself is hiding in the territory of Tanba Kingdom and won't come out, but he won't forgive anyone.
She continued to send messages to Kyoto to express her indignation at the rebellion of the Miyoshi family. She called on the ministers not to succumb to the regicide traitors and to prevent Ise Sadaji from coming to power.
The ministers are not monolithic internally.
They were afraid that the Miyoshi family would fall out and cause a military disaster in Kyoto. They are also afraid that Sibo Yiyin will return to the near future and liquidate their crimes of colluding with the Mihaoshi family.
Ise Sakyo is in a dilemma. Kyoto is now in chaos. Miyoshi Yoshitsugu can't even get together the supplies for the winter. There is no way he can do anything detrimental to our Sakamoto Castle.
Moreover, Ninagawa's speech in Tanba country was supported by Hatano Hideharu, the guardian of Tanba.
Even if Miyoshi Yoshitsugu wanted to send troops to teach this troublesome acting official of the political office, he could not do anything for a while in the face of the protection of the Hatano family and other Tamba local samurai families.
She looks majestic in Kyoto, but is actually surrounded by enemies. Not to mention using troops against us, the Miyoshi family cannot even stand in Kyoto, and they may have to go back to Settsu Shikoku one day. "
Ashikaga Yoshiaki felt refreshed after hearing this, and felt that his decision to leave the mountain and return to secular life was right.
she laughed.
"The Miyoshi family will be punished by God for their perverse actions. No, before winter has come, Miyoshi Yoshitsugu can no longer bear it.
God's will, this is God's will. The ancestors have spirits, and heaven will never stop the Ashikaga family. "
Wada Weimasa and Niki Yoshimasa looked at each other and smiled. Everything they said was to enhance Ashikaga Yoshiaki's confidence.
All their investments this time were placed on Ashikaga Yoshiaki. If she was frightened by external pressure, things would be difficult to handle.
Yagyu Soyan thought deeply.
"Although there has been chaos in recent years, no one has a good impression of the Sanhao family. All it takes is someone to take the lead in Luo to overthrow the Sanhao family, which is strong on the outside and arrogant on the inside.
Since Sakamoto Castle is safe, His Highness should seek the support of powerful daimyo to plan for Luo. "
The girls' idea is not to rely on Shiba Yiyin, but Shiba Yiyin will definitely come back as soon as possible. All plans must be accelerated and completed before Spo Yiyin returns.
If Yoshigan Shiba were to get the gold seal first and raise the flag to lead the world's samurai families, Ashikaga Yoshiaki would have no way to compete with him in terms of charisma.
After all, he is a legitimate imperial officer who avenges his wife. What is Ashikaga Yoshiaki? The ominous Ashikaga twin girls have no names or distinctions.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki nodded.
"Yagyu-hime is right.
We must find a powerful daimyo who is willing to help me as soon as possible, and send our troops to Luo before Lord Shiba Kenshin comes back. "
Wada Weimasa said.
"Your Highness, are you willing to give it a try to Echizen Country?"
Ashikaga Yoshiaki asked.
"You mean to find the Asakura family?"
Wada Weimasa nodded and said.
"The Asakura family has been running the Echizen Kingdom for more than a hundred years. They are powerful and have an alliance with the Kitaomi family. They can easily enter Kitaomi and take the road to Kamikawa.
The Echizen Kingdom has a close relationship with Konki. During the Konki chaos, the Asakura family has made contributions to the general and has always been respectful to the Ashikaga family.
I heard that last year the Asakura family also raised troops to attack the Kaga Kingdom, Ichikui, with a strong record, and he was worthy of being the number one female feudal clan in Hokuriku.
If you would like to go in person and seek support. I believe that the Asakura family will feel your sincerity and protect you in going to Luo Kyoto and secure your position as general. "
Wada Weimasa recommended the Asakura family after careful consideration.
The Asakura family and the Asai family have been in alliance for several generations and have a close relationship. If the Asakura family sends troops, the Asai family will inevitably send troops to help.
The Asai family controlled Kita Omi, running from the west bank of Lake Biwa southward along the Hira Mountains and straight into the Kyoto Basin. Their marching route was almost perfect.
The biggest obstacle in the northeastern part of Kyoto is actually the temples headed by the Tendai Sect of Mount Hiei. With the close relationship between the Tendai Sect and the Ashikaga family, it was impossible for them to help the Miyoshi family stop Ashikaga Yoshiaki from going to Raku.
When it comes to combat prowess, the Asakura family is also well-known, not much worse than the Miyoshi family. The combined strength of Asakura Asai and his family was worth a million koku, which was enough to support Ashikaga Yoshiaki's succession to the capital.
As long as Ashikaga Yoshiaki is willing to spread the pie and give benefits, the Asakura Asai family should be willing to send troops, right? This is beneficial and harmless to them.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki was a good person, she said.
"In this case, I will go to Echizen Country. Koji Yoshicho, please accompany me there."
Yagyu Sect kowtowed seriously and said.
"I boast that my swordsmanship is extraordinary, and I sincerely request that I escort you to Echizen."
Ashikaga Yoshiaki is right.
"Will this... affect your Omatsu affairs?"
Ashikaga Yoshiaki indeed hopes that the world-famous swordsman will protect him, but the information about Omatsuke is also very important and cannot be ignored.
Yagyu Muneyan affirmed.
"Please rest assured that protecting you will not affect the Omatsu incident, and the information can also be sent to your desk as soon as possible, killing two birds with one stone."
Souen Yagyu must go. The most important thing when being an intelligence chief is the trust of the master. If the Lord doesn't believe you, you are just a p.
When Ashikaga Yoshiteru doubted her loyalty, Yagyu Sogan immediately returned to his original form, and his life was not as good as that of a wild dog in Kyoto, which taught him a profound lesson.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki entrusted her with important tasks when they first met. How could she dare to stay away? You must show your face in front of the master more often, express your loyalty often, and make her feel at ease.
Wada Weimasa smiled, seeing through Yagyu Muneyan's thoughts, she said.
"Sakamoto Castle cannot do without Mr. Niki Yoshimasa, who is in charge of the overall situation. I will also go to Echizen country with your highness to negotiate with the Asakura family."
Niki Yoshimasa sighed, looking depressed, and said bitterly.
"There is no room for loss in Sakamoto Castle. It is a pity that I cannot travel with His Highness.
I will arrange for an elite flag carrier to set out with you, and prepare a boat to go ashore directly to the Kitaomi River to prevent interference from the Miyoshi Rokkaku family. "
Ashikaga Yoshiaki saw the commendable loyalty of the three people and was very moved and rubbed his hands.
“The strong wind knows the strong grass, and the rough waves know the sincere minister.
If I, Ashikaga Yoshiaki, rule the world one day, I will never forget your loyalty. "
The three concubines below all kowtowed to the ground without daring to say a word. Everyone was smiling happily, and the atmosphere between the monarch and his ministers was extremely harmonious.
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Sakamoto Castle made a decision, and Ashikaga Yoshiaki and his party began to prepare to go to Echizen Country. Before setting off, an unexpected person arrived in the city the next day.
Hosokawa Fujitaka looked at Ashikaga Yoshiaki with empty eyes and his face gradually turned pale. Although he didn't cry or yell, the heavy sadness was due to his deep dependence on the Ashikaga family.
Yagyu Soen praised from the sidelines that Hosokawa Fujitaka is worthy of being the carefully cultivated heir of the Izumi Hosokawa family. This superb acting skills alone are enough to dominate the shogunate political arena.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki was moved again, and the two looked at each other in tears, another moment of remembering the glory of the Ashikaga family.
The Izumi Hosokawa family was a branch of the Hosokawa family, and the main family was destroyed by the Miyoshi family. Hosokawa Fujitaka's words were eloquent and moving, which reflected the experiences of the Ashikaga Shogun's family, making Ashikaga Yoshiaki feel the resonance.
We are both fallen people at the end of the world, so why should we have known each other before. Ashikaga Yoshiaki wiped away tears, took Hosokawa Fujitaka's hand and said emotionally.
"Hosokawa-hime, you are interested."
Hosokawa Fujitaka's eyes turned red, pretending to be strong, and said through gritted teeth.
"Three good things are a great rebellion and cannot be tolerated by heaven.
As a member of the Ashikaga family, the Hosokawa family must stand with you and fight the Miyoshi family until the end! "
"Okay, okay..."
Ashikaga Yoshiaki clapped her hands, so moved that he didn't know what to say.
The Izumi-Hosokawa family is not a small player. The Hosokawa-Mibuchi family belongs to the same family and owns the Izumi Kingdom, a territory of about 200,000 koku in Kitakawa, just southwest of Settsu Mountain Castle.
With the support of the Izumi-Hosokawa family, the belly of Miyoshi's army was like a sharp sword. Miyoshi Yoshitsugu was attacked from both sides in Kyoto and had trouble sleeping and eating.
Hosokawa Fujitaka came to serve on behalf of the two families, which made Ashikaga Yoshiaki overjoyed. God help me!
Others are not as naive as she is. The powerful local Hosokawa Mibuchi family actually took the initiative to move closer to Ashikaga Yoshiaki. Didn't they hang out with the Shiba family? What's happening here?
Not sure what the Izumi Hosokawa family was thinking, Wada Weimasa tried his hand.
"Hosokawa-hime and Hosokawa Mibuchi, the two family governors, are you really willing to support my highness in inheriting the position of general?"
Hosokawa Fujitaka said solemnly.
"Your Highness Yoshiaki is an ancestor of the sisters, and everyone in the Shogunate family knows about her.
Now that the ancestors are in trouble at Nijo Castle, the Ashikaga family business should of course be inherited by His Highness Yoshiaki. As members of the Ashikaga clan, the Hosokawa Mibuchi family is willing to serve His Highness Yoshiaki. "
Hosokawa Fujitaka's words are so righteous that no one can find fault.
The Hosokawa family is one of the three feudal lords. It has been a kin female feudal clan since the opening of the Ashikaga shogunate. It has ruled the shogunate several times and is famous for its prestige.
Although the Hosokawa clan has been exterminated by the Miyoshi family of Shikoku, the Izumi Hosokawa family is highly used by Ashikaga Yoshiteru and their status is not low.
The Mibuchi family is a branch of the fourth generation shogun. In terms of blood relationship, it is closer than relatives like Hosokawa Shiba, and generations of ministers have served the Ashikaga shogun.
The two families lit up their voices and sang in harmony. Compared with Wada Weimasa, Hitoshi Yoshimasa, and Yagyu Munegen, these direct ministers of Ashikaga Yoshiteru, they have louder voices and more prestigious positions.
But when the Wu family does things, interests come first. Loyalty, filial piety, benevolence and righteousness, just be polite and courteous, whoever takes it seriously is stupid.
Wada Weizheng smiled slightly and asked.
"I heard that the Shiba family has obtained the Seal of the King of Japan. Shouldn't the local powerful faction wait for Lord Shiba Kenshin to come back and take charge of the overall situation?"
Hosokawa Fujitaka frowned.
"Master Wada's words are wrong.
Ruler, minister, minister, mother, daughter, daughter, the fundamental ethics cannot be violated. Although Lord Shiba Kenshin was valued by his ancestors, in the final analysis he was still a minister.
The affairs of the Ashikaga family should be handled by the heirs of the Ashikaga family. We, the ministers, only need to uphold justice and be loyal to the Ashikaga family.
How can we surpass our servants and do what Huo Guang did? "
As soon as Hosokawa Fujitaka said this, Wada Weimasa and others finally understood. It turned out that the negotiations between the Hosokawa Mibuchi family and the Shiba family had collapsed.
These two families are pretending to be stupid, not mentioning that Yoshihiro Shiba is the fiancé of Ashikaga Yoshiteru, but only saying that the Shiba family are ministers of the Ashikaga family, and they obviously want to speculate.
It is estimated that the benefits were not as good as expected. The Hosokawa-Mibuchi family had opinions on the Shiba family and turned to investing in Ashikaga Yoshiaki, hoping to get more benefits from the new shogunate in the future.
Miyoshi Yoshitsugi's predicament in Kyoto can be seen by anyone with a discerning eye. The Miyoshi family will not last long in the center, and there will be no place for the Miyoshi family in the future of the shogunate.
In this case, of course, each family must show off their talents and compete for their position and power in the new shogunate in the future.
These direct ministers of Ashikaga Yoshiteru are afraid that Yoshigan Shiba will monopolize power and exclude themselves. Aren't the Hosokawa Mibuchi family afraid?
Even if the two families can get some share, they won't be happy if they get less. Who doesn't want the family business to be more prosperous? Sanhao's family is like a grasshopper after autumn. It can't jump for a few days. At this time, you are a fool.
Wada Weimasa nodded, accepting Hosokawa Fujitaka's explanation. She didn't know that the Shiba family gave a lot, but Hosokawa Fujitaka wanted too much.
Hosokawa Fujitaka wanted the man Yoshigan Shiba, but the retainers of the Shiba family who were crazy about getting married, of course refused to agree.
