Yiyin smiled.
"Takechiyo is still as good-tempered as before. Speaking of which, His Highness Oda's character is as bad as ever. It has not changed in these years."
Tokugawa Ieyasu had a taste of it, and his mind became more active.
Tokugawa Ieyasu needed the tiger skin of the Nitta family bloodline very much. The local martial arts respected the bloodline family character, which was very beneficial to the rule of the Tokugawa family.
Oda Nobunaga went to Luo and asked Tokugawa Ieyasu for help, but Tokugawa Ieyasu had to go.
First, the condition given by Oda Nobunaga was for the shogunate to recognize her as a descendant of the Nitta family. This was the status that Tokugawa Ieyasu lacked.
Secondly, the threat from the Takeda family was looming on his back. Tokugawa Ieyasu desperately needed the support of the Oda family to fight against the terrible Tiger of Kai.
For more than half a year, Takeda Harunobu took a nap in his territory, but Tokugawa Ieyasu was so frightened that he would sleep with one eye open.
But although the incident in Shangluo was a foregone conclusion, Tokugawa Ieyasu was actually not satisfied because the alliance between the Oda and Tokugawa families was becoming increasingly unequal.
Initially, the alliance between the two parties was back-to-back, with one east and one west expanding in opposite directions. However, with the rapid growth of Oda Nobunaga's power and her arrogant and domineering character, the alliance has gradually become unbalanced.
Tokugawa Ieyasu knew very well that with Oda Nobunaga's style, it would be the Tokugawa family who would contribute to the attack on Luo this time, and the Oda family would eat the meat.
But she couldn't refuse, and she had to play with Master Ji's sister with a smile. Then the result will be that the Oda family becomes more powerful, and the Tokugawa family is likely to become a subsidiary.
Now according to Shiba Yoshigan, he wants to bump fists with Oda Nobunaga and discuss the conditions for joining Luo.
Tokugawa Ieyasu's heart moved and he sighed.
"Sister Master Ji has such a temper, don't argue with her.
actually. . well. . Is there something I don't know should I say? "
Yiyin glanced at her and said.
"But it doesn't matter."
Tokugawa Ieyasu whispered.
"Toshiiehime had an accident a while ago. It is said that she was summoned by the Oda Palace to Gifu Castle and scolded severely. She was driven back to the territory of Kamigun, Mino Province, and was put in solitary confinement to think about her mistakes."
Yiyin narrowed his eyes and asked.
"Oda Main Hall?"
Tokugawa Ieyasu nodded and said.
"Ever since we conquered the Meinong Country and gained a million-stone territory, everyone has become accustomed to calling Master Ji's sister "Main Dian", and I also followed suit."
Yiyin was smiling on his face, but secretly he was furious.
Oda Main Hall? What a great Oda-den! Maeda Toshiie is the acting magistrate of the Owari territory of the Shiba family, but she can order punishment. What does this mean?
Tokugawa Ieyasu made a few provocations, and when he saw Yoshigoshi Shiba's eyes flashing, he became even more determined.
Yoshigan Shiba has the reputation, and Nobunaga Oda has the strength. If the two of them work together, this time they will definitely succeed in going to Luo.
Tokugawa Ieyasu passed on small talk, for no other reason than to prevent Oda Nobunaga from becoming more powerful and overwhelming the Tokugawa family.
She, Tokugawa Ieyasu, was not really willing and was used as a girl by Oda Nobunaga.
The Oda family only occupies two and a half lands of Owari Mino and Northern Ise, and Oda Nobunaga has already treated Tokugawa Ieyasu as his little sister.
If she is allowed to go to Luo and successfully obtain the power of the shogunate, I don't know what kind of cheap sister Tokugawa Ieyasu will be in the future, a servant girl?
Tokugawa Ieyasu said with a worried look.
"Li Jiaji and I have a deep relationship. When Mikawa was always in turmoil, it was she who led the troops to help. I will remember this kindness to this day.
Now I don’t know why she offended Oda-den. Oh, I’m really worried. "
Yoshigan Shiba knew in his heart that what happened to the Maeda Toshi family was because of the message sent to him.
He decided to return from Tokaido, catching Oda Nobunaga off guard, and also exposed Maeda Toshiie's tip. Speaking of which, I still couldn't help her.
As for Tokugawa Ieyasu's concern for Maeda Toshiie in his words, he tried his best to show it to Yoshigan Shiba, who had a relationship with the Shiba family.
Repeatedly mentioning one Ii Naotora and one Maeda Toshiie, Tokugawa Ieyasu's attitude has been very clear. She was not willing to become a subordinate of Oda Nobunaga, and she shed her blood and sacrificed for the growth of the Oda family.
Yoshigan smiled, Tokugawa Ieyasu gave him face, and he wanted to reciprocate the favor, so he said.
"Your Highness Tokugawa, you are a good man who is grateful and repays your kindness. I know this."
Tokugawa Ieyasu was overjoyed when he heard that Yoshigan no longer called himself Takechiyo but Tokugawa Miao.
"Odaisho, you are too polite. My name, Tokugawa Miao, comes from my ancestor..."
Tokugawa Ieyasu also wanted to perform a section about recognizing his ancestors, but Yoshigami stopped him. He turned back and pointed at the royal white flag on the horse of Kamao clan, and said.
"Your Highness Tokugawa, look at this flag."
Tokugawa Ieyasu said respectfully.
"Could this be the white flag of Hachiman Taimu of the White Flag Shrine in Tsuruoka Hachimangu Shrine?"
Shiba Yiyin nodded proudly.
After he decided to return to Konji from Tokaido, the first thing he did was to publicize the Kamakura Miracle through all channels that could make a sound.
Regardless of whether it is the martial arts family, businessmen, ninja people, or other channels, as long as there is a propaganda outlet that can speak out, everyone will give it to me at full capacity!
Before Yoshigan left Echigo Country, this incident had already spread to the whole world, creating enough momentum for his return to the near future.
Therefore, Tokugawa Ieyasu was able to find out what this flag meant instead of being silent.
Sibo Yiyin said solemnly.
"I hold the imperial sword edict of Ashikaga Shogun, and carry the white flag of Hachiman Tainiang on my back. I call you Tokugawa, and you are the bloodline of Genji Nitta in Kawachi.
You don’t need to explain anything. If someone doesn’t believe it, just ask them to ask me. "
Tokugawa Ieyasu was overjoyed and bowed deeply.
Although Shiba Yoshigan's strength is far inferior to Oda Nobunaga, no one in the world can defeat him even if they fight for status.
The golden seal of the sword was given by Ashikaga Yoshiteru, the dead Ashikaga general, and the white flag was given by the spirit of Hachiman Tainiang Minamoto Yoshi's family. Is there any more orthodox righteousness in the world than him?
Even Ashikaga Yoshiaki, the twin sister of Ashikaga Yoshiteru, is theoretically a daughter with blood but no family status. Strictly speaking, she cannot be considered a direct descendant of the Genji family in Kawachi, and her status is barely enough.
Tokugawa Ieyasu wanted to laugh in his heart. The family status he had been pursuing so hard was achieved effortlessly. Perhaps, this is what Shiba Yiyin wanted to express.
She raised her head and looked at brother Yiyin, whom she hadn't seen for many years, and felt awe-struck in her heart.
The powerful Oda Nobunaga and the righteous Shiba Yoshigan don't know what sparks will collide when the two meet.
Tokugawa Ieyasu bowed and said with a trace of expectation on his lips.
''Odaisho is so powerful, I sincerely ask you to allow me to accompany you and go to Owari Kingdom with you. ''
Yiyin said in surprise.
"His Majesty Tokugawa is also going to Owari Country? Why?"
Tokugawa Ieyasu said respectfully.
"Oda Daiden was overjoyed when he heard that you were returning from Tokaido.
She has returned from Gifu Castle in Mino Province to Kiyosu Castle in Owari Province to welcome you back. "
Tokugawa Ieyasu's kind words were harsh to Yoshigan Shiba's ears.
Not far outside Qingzhou City is the village of Dixi, the 1,500-kilogram ancestral home of the Si Bo family. Back then, just to keep the fifteen hundred koku, Shiba Yoshigami drank Big Bear Tea with Oda Nobunaga twice.
Oda Nobunaga, she is waiting for Shiba Yoshigan to return at her old place in Qingsu City. Is this a respectful welcome? Is this nostalgia? This is a demonstration!
She is still so arrogant and domineering.
She could do whatever she wanted to Tokugawa Ieyasu, a weak ally. It's just that the Sibo Yiyin now is no longer the Sibo Yiyin back then, and he can't tolerate her being so presumptuous!
Sibo Yiyin narrowed his eyes, smiled and said.
"In this case, I happen to be traveling with His Highness Tokugawa. I am not familiar with the two countries of Yuanjiang and Mikawa. It is also a good thing to have His Highness Tokugawa to lead the way."
Tokugawa Ieyasu had been paying attention to his expression, and when he saw the anger in his brows and eyes, he was excited and prepared to watch a good show, so he answered respectfully.
"It's an honor to be able to lead the way to the imperial palace."
The two looked at each other and smiled, seemingly reunited after a long separation, with deep love and deep friendship.
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Qingzhou Castle, inside the castle tower.
Oda Nobunaga put down the letter in his hand and said gently to Niwa Nagahide.
"Mi Wuniang, thank you for your hard work. You worked hard and achieved great results this time. I will not forget it."
Niwa Nagahide bowed and thanked, and then said.
"When I came back from Kitaomi, His Highness Ashikaga Yoshiaki asked me to forward this letter to you. She will move to Mino Country in late winter and early spring."
Oda Nobunaga smiled sarcastically.
"A nameless twin girl dared to write to me in the form of a royal letter.
It seems that His Highness Yoshiaki cannot wait for Shangluo to succeed to the throne. Should I change my name to Lord Gongfang and let her be happy first? "
The social laws of the samurai family were strict, and the gouchi letter was the format used by Ashikaga shoguns to communicate with local daimyo in the form of private messages.
The military preparations of the Ashikaga Shogunate have been in disrepair for many years, and several major rebellions were caused by the Ashikaga Shogun calling on powerful local daimyo. In the name of Yu Fenggong, he mobilized Shangluo to help the shogunate and serve Ashikaga Shogun.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki is not an Ashikaga shogun, and he is not qualified to call on the local daimyo to serve as the official in the form of a royal letter.
Niwa Nagahide said with a smile.
"Three good things have gone awry, the shogunate has collapsed, and the whole world of the Wu family is showing signs of collapse of rituals and music.
Because of this, loyal warriors like you, my lord, are needed to step forward and fight for the world. "
Oda Nobunaga laughed so hard that he couldn't close his mouth and pointed at Niwa Nagahide and laughed.
"Mi Wuniang, you went to Jinji once and learned bad things from those horsemen in the shogunate."
Niwa Nagahide didn't mean to flatter him, but what he said next was a bit unpleasant, and there had to be a foreshadowing. Let Oda Nobunaga be happy first, and then he can talk.
Taking advantage of Oda Nobunaga's good mood, she tentatively said.
"Main Hall, the day of going to Luo is getting closer and closer. His Highness Ashikaga Yoshiaki is coming to Mino Country soon. I'm afraid you will be inconvenienced if you stay in Qingsu City for a long time."
Oda Nobunaga's smile froze, and she looked at Niwa Nagahide and snorted hard.
"I knew that Mi Wu Niang was not Hideyoshi. How could she be so shameless to make me happy? She was actually waiting for me here?"
Niwa Nagahide sighed.
"The main hall, today is different from the past. There are some people and things that cannot be viewed from the past."
As the power of the Oda family expanded, Oda Nobunaga's residence moved several times, from Kiyosu Castle to Komakiyama Castle, and finally to Gifu Castle in Mino Country.
This time she deliberately came to Qingsu Castle to greet Shiba Yoshigan. She seemed to be respectful but actually had a hidden secret. She had already caused quite a commotion in the Owari Takeshi family.
Niwa Nagahide came back for an audience. Shibata Katsuie, Maeda Toshiie and others either met or wrote letters, and they all sent her messages overtly or secretly.
Everything he said was nothing more than a hint that Oda Nobunaga's behavior was too provocative and abusive, and would harm the interests of the Oda family.
It is not a secret among the Owari samurai family that the Shiba clan was exterminated by Nobuto Oda, and Yoshigan Shiba borrowed troops to destroy Nobuto Oda.
After Yoshigan Shiba borrowed troops, he was invited to drink tea by Oda Nobunaga, and he was drunk all night.
After Tian Ming left, the first thing he did was to let Takada Yono publicize the tea drinking incident to all Owari.
This was to coerce Oda Nobunaga so that she would not dare to openly swallow the Shiba family's 1,500 stone quarries.
Therefore, the fact that Shiba Yoshigan was drank tea twice by Oda Nobunaga is a rumor abroad, but here in the Owari Takeshi family, it is really no longer true.
After that, Sibo Yiyin went to Luo and soared from then on.
He revived Shiba, became his unmarried fiancé with Shogun Ashikaga, and was the leader of a powerful local faction in the shogunate holding nearly two hundred thousand koku.
After that, Shiba Yiyin went to Kanto. Echigo suppressed the rebellion and massacred all parties. Shinano and Kawanaka Island detonated the Takeda family. The Echigo attack made the samurai fearful and the fanaticism always bowed their heads and admitted defeat.
In the end, he teamed up with Uesugi Teruhora to kill the Hojo family in Kanhachishu, and performed miracles at Kamakura Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, and received the royal white flag given by Hachiman Tainiang.
At this time, Shiba Yiyin was no longer a poor nobleman who had lost his family and exchanged his body for reinforcements. He was an unparalleled genius who was respected by martial arts families all over the world.
The Kanto martial arts even respected him as a heavenly being and a living god. On the way back to Yubai Banner, the entire Guanbazhou daimyo acted as vassals and dispatched the Chichilang Party to escort Yutaisuo back to the north in accordance with traditional etiquette.
Oda Nobunaga even came to Qingzhou City to receive such a powerful Odaisho. In this castle tower where she forced him to drink tea, how could she receive him in such a special way!
Isn't this just looking for trouble? Is the Oda family already so good? Invincible in the World can do whatever he wants?
Oda Nobunaga raised his eyebrows and said.
"According to your opinion, when such a noble person returns to his hometown, I shouldn't come to serve him?
Ashikaga Yoshiaki is a puppet with no name and status, and I still have to sit obediently in Gifu Castle and wait for her to come to my door. On the contrary, the unparalleled Lord Shiba Kenshin cannot receive my warm hospitality?
Mi Wuniang, there is something wrong with your thinking. Have you lost all the loyalty of the Wu family? "
Niwa Nagahide sighed, Oda Nobunaga was acting rogue.
"In the main hall, the retainers are very worried..."
Oda Nobunaga interrupted arrogantly.
"Then tell me, who is worried? I will explain to them and make them feel comfortable!"
Niwa Nagahide was stunned and speechless. She couldn't persuade the boss to act like a rogue.
The Oda family occupies two and a half lands of Owari, Mino, and Kitai Ise, with a stone height of 1.4 million koku. It is already one of the most powerful lords in the world. But because Oda Nobunaga rose too quickly, the retainers group was very complicated.
The Kitaise samurai family had just surrendered, in name only. The people of East and West Meinong were divided, West Meinong was united, and East Meinong was suppressed, and basically surrendered.
The time that these peripheral samurai families took refuge with the Oda family was too short to be considered loyal at all.
