Ninagawa's mother, Ninagawa's mother, lived with Yoshikin Shiba. Ashikaga Yoshiaki and Oda Nobunaga fought fiercely, and had nothing to do with Shiba's group of forces.
Yoshihiro Saba was in the capital, with the Ninagawa Prince and the governor Hatakeyama Takamasa as his minions. He was also the leader of a powerful local faction in the shogunate, and his status was very transcendent.
He retreated bravely, left Kyoto on his own, returned to his residence, and became a monk to practice Buddhism. The martial artists spoke highly of his initiative to give in.
The Ninagawa family followed him around and paid little attention to the fight between the shogunate and the local powerful feudal lords. They leaned against the big tree to enjoy the shade.
Seeing that Ninagawa's elder didn't talk to him, he seemed to be quite wary. Yamaoka Keito smiled awkwardly, but she was helpless. In fact, she was not willing to be the lobbyist for Ashikaga Yoshiaki.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki has been having a hard time recently. She provoked a commotion in the Isebu family, but Oda Nobunaga slapped him and knocked him to the ground, howling and screaming.
This general has the ability to provoke, but not the ability to help. He had no choice but to watch the Isewu family being suppressed, which made everyone see her true nature of being tough on the outside and soft on the inside.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki felt as if he had been slapped twice by Oda Nobunaga. His cheeks were hot and he was unable to fight back.
The funniest thing is that she actually wants to copy what Yoshigan Shiba once did, unite the shogunate samurai family to fight against the Oda family.
The Ninagawa family, which now controls the political office, is one of the people she wants to win over. In addition, there are the Hosokawa Mibuchi family, a powerful local faction.
Yamaoka Keito was speechless about this.
At the beginning, Yoshigan Shiba wanted to join forces with Ashikaga Yoshiaki wholeheartedly, and he was full of sincerity. However, Ashikaga Yoshiaki took the opportunity to stab him, and drove Yoshigashi Shiba away with dirty tricks that desecrated a person's innocence.
Now that she has taken charge of the shogunate, she realizes how difficult Oda Nobunaga is to deal with, and realizes that Yoshigan Shiba's approach is correct.
The internally fighting shogunate was unable to fight against the Oda family. Only by uniting could they have the power to fight. So, she started poaching Sibo Yiyin.
Taking advantage of the absence of Yoshihiro Shiba, on the one hand, she poached Ninagawa Kinchanaga, and on the other hand, Mibuchi Fujihide, in an attempt to bring the shogunate group and local powerful factions into her camp.
What a suffocating operation this is. Can this really enhance the strength of the Ashikaga family?
If Yoshigan Shiba is furious because of this, is Ashikaga Yoshiaki prepared to fight one against two against the two forces of Shiba Oda?
But Yamaoka Keiyu had no choice.
The Yamaoka family has clearly sided with Oda Nobunaga, so Yamaoka Keitomo, who was kicked out to serve as Ashikaga Yoshiaki, can only follow Ashikaga Yoshiaki all the way to the dark side.
Yamaoka Keito smiled awkwardly, and just as he was about to say something, Ninagawa's elder suddenly said.
"Yamaoka-hime, have you heard that Hosokawa Fujitaka and Mibuchi Fujihide had a falling out?"
Yamagang Jingyou said in surprise.
"Is there such a thing?"
The relationship between the Hosokawa and Mibuchi families is unusual. They are called two families, but they are actually one family.
The two house governors, Hosokawa Motonsune and Mibuchi Haruhiro, are biological sisters, and the two heirs, Hosokawa Fujitaka and Mibuchi Fujihide, are also biological sisters.
Moreover, these four people are a carrot and a pit, each is the governor of the family, each is the heir, and they all have a bright future. There is no basis for infighting among other martial arts families to seize power.
The Izumi-Hosokawa family is a powerful local faction outside, and the Mibuchi family is a minister inside. They cooperate and support each other, which can be said to be the best combination.
Hearing that the heirs of the Hosokawa Mibuchi family had a falling out, Yamaoka Keitomo was also very curious.
Ninagawa gave her a meaningful look and said.
"The Hosokawa-Mibuchi family was originally dominated by the Izumi-Hosokawa family and the Mibuchi family as the auxiliary. Hosokawa Fujitaka has long been designated as the future leader of the two families.
But the general wanted to win over Mibuchi Fujihide and gave him the position of Fushimi Castle, and he received constant honors and favors every day.
Mibuchi Fujihide also had a big heart. She believed that the general valued her, so she acted unscrupulously. She even got close to Matsunagahide and started to plan the Wada family's high-definition castle. "
Yamaoka Ketomo's pupils shrank and he said solemnly.
"Ninagawa-hime, do you have any evidence for what you say?
Lord Wada Weimasa and Lord Mibuchi Fujihide are both people valued by the general. You cannot listen to some rumors and damage the reputation of important ministers. "
Ninagawa smiled softly and said.
"I, the Ninagawa family, are now the head of the shogunate. Although I may not have great power, I still have more confusing news than others.
For the sake of your relationship, I just said it casually, so you can just listen to it. If you want to believe it, then believe it; if you don't want to believe it, then don't believe it.
To put it bluntly, the general's methods of winning over people are really unsightly.
Mibuchi Fujihide used to be a submissive member of the Hosokawa Mibuchi family, but she has been so lucky these years that she forgets everything and really takes herself seriously.
First, Tsudo-den rewarded her with the title of guardian of Kitakawachi, and now she is favored by the general. She is in charge of important areas of Fushimi Castle and is the envy of others.
But as a human being, you must know how to be content.
You and I both know who Matsunagahide is, and Hosokawa Fujitaka even more clearly. She has made great contributions to the situation that Sanhao family has fallen into today.
Mibuchi Fujihide was actually instigated by Matsunaga Hide to covet Takatsuki Castle and intervene in Settsu affairs, and even fell out with Hosokawa Fujitaka. I think the good days of the Hosokawa-Mibuchi family are coming to an end.
Settsu has been troubled recently, and it seems like it's just a dispute between the local samurai family, but you and I both know in our hearts that the general and His Highness Oda are wrestling behind this.
Yamaoka Hime, let me tell you the truth. I really don’t want to get close to our general. The Ninagawa family now follows Tsutado-don, and they don't want to be successful, at least they don't have any misfortunes.
But if I were persuaded by you today, I'm afraid my Ninagawa family would never have a good life after that. My mother was not very courageous to the outside world, but she still dared to break my legs and lock me in the house.
There are clouds in the sky, a lesson from the past and a guide for future events.
As the two sisters of Hosokawa Mibuchi are fighting against each other, I can only politely refuse to accept the general's kindness. Please understand my difficulties. "
After saying that, Ninagawa bowed slightly, leaving Yamaoka Keitomo on the spot and floating up.
How could Yamaoka Keito feel embarrassed at the moment? Although Ninagawa rejected the offer simply, he still revealed an important piece of information to her.
Mibuchi Fujihide is going to attack Wada Weimasa's Takano Castle, and the two generals under Ashikaga Yoshiaki are going to have internal strife.
Yamaoka Keitomo sighed, she had to go to Nijo Castle immediately and report the matter to Ashikaga Yoshiaki.
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Kyoto, Shiba Residence, in the side room.
The angry Hosokawa Fujitaka pointed at Akechi Mitsuhide's nose and shouted.
"Is it you! Is it you who is causing trouble behind my back!"
Akechi Mitsuhide smiled slightly and said.
"Futaka, although you and I are good friends, this is the Shiba residence after all, and I am the diplomatic service of the Shiba family in Beijing. Don't be too rude.
The majesty of the Sibo family cannot be challenged. "
Hosokawa Fujitaka pursed her lips. Although Mitsuhide Akechi spoke with a smile, her words struck a chord with Hosokawa Fujitaka, making her indescribably uncomfortable.
Seeing her silence, Akechi Mitsuhide explained again.
"When Tsudo-den left Kinji, he gave me a death order, hoping that the local powerful factions could remain united.
You randomly accused me of instigating a relationship between the two heirs of Hosokawa Mibuchi. This is a very serious accusation. If Tsutado-don misunderstands me, I will be in serious trouble.
It was obviously Mibuchi Fujihide who had drifted away on her own. She thought the general needed her and had no taboos in doing things. What does it have to do with me?
Wada Weimasa worked hard for the general, and finally earned a Higashi Settsu guard back. Mibuchi Fujihide was lucky enough to directly set his sights on Gaoki Castle.
You know better than me how great the benefits of Gaogui City are. You said it yourself, if Higashisettsu lacks Takaki Castle, what role does Wada Noimasa, the guardian, have?
If you have time to yell at me here, why not find a way to persuade your stupid sister not to be stupid and be used as a knife by Matsunagahide.
Even if it doesn't work, you should inform Nijo Castle and see if the general can stop her from acting recklessly. "
Hosokawa Fujitaka said in frustration.
"It's too late, the benefits of Gaogui City are too great, and those fools in Beihanei have been persuaded by my stupid sister.
The busy work of spring plowing and farming is almost over, and they should have started to mobilize their troops by now. "
Akechi Mitsuhide raised his eyebrows and said.
"How dare Mibuchi Tōhide start a provocation. What reason does she have to send troops?"
Hosokawa Fujitaka ignored her question and asked Akechi Mitsuhide instead.
"You just said that Matsunaga was the instigator of this incident?"
Akechi Mitsuhide smiled and said.
"I need information to work in Beijing, and Tsudo-dono gave me some command rights of the confidentiality team.
As far as I know, Matsunaga Hide is very attentive to your sister. "
Hosokawa Fujitaka's voice came out from between his teeth.
"This idiot is so stupid."
Akechi Mitsuhide shook his head.
"Sex makes one's mind dim, so what can be done about it."
Hosokawa Fujitaka took two deep breaths and said.
"Wada Taimasa asked Matsunagahide to hand over the jurisdiction of the Higashisettsu samurai family under his command. I don't know what went wrong. Some samurai families became riots and even crossed the border to plunder the Kitakogenchi samurai family.
Mibuchi Fujihide wanted to use this as an excuse to attack Takaki Castle. He would capture the city first and then go to the imperial court with Wada Weimasa to judge. "
Akechi Mitsuhide smiled.
"What went wrong? Of course it was Matsunaga Hide who instigated it.
Mibuchi Fujihide used an excuse to attack, and first took possession of Gaogui Castle, and then slowly filed a lawsuit, dragging it on, and Gaoki Castle became hers.
This isn't a bad idea. "
Hosokawa Fujitaka cursed with hatred.
"It's not bad. If the Wu family has a dispute in an ordinary place, this trick of delaying and waiting for change can still work.
But who is Wada Weizheng? That was one of the three guardians of Settsu appointed by the shogunate just now, a supporter of the shogun.
The shogun had just pacified Settsu, and he also used this incident to reestablish the authority of the Ashikaga family and secure his position as shogun. Mibuchi Fujihide is going against the shogunate's decision, and something big is going to happen! "
Hosokawa Fujitaka glanced at Akechi Mitsuhide and saw her smiling and saying nothing. She had clearly seen through her intentions, but she still refused to express her position.
Hosokawa Fujitaka secretly hated it, but had to swallow his anger and bowed.
“Before Tsutaden left Konki, he hoped that the powerful local factions in the shogunate could maintain unity and stability and not be bullied by outsiders.
Nowadays, some people are using local powerful factions to cause trouble. As the leaders of local powerful factions, the Shiba family, I implore you to come forward on behalf of the Shiba family and warn external forces with malicious intentions. "
Akechi Mitsuhide said gently.
"This is right, Fujitaka, this is the attitude of asking for help."
The moment their eyes touched, it was like lightning. Hosokawa Fujitaka clenched his fists, but had to lower his proud head.
She came angrily, seemingly asking for help, but actually she came to ask for help. It's just that she didn't want to show weakness to the bastard Akechi Mitsuhide, so she acted very tough.
Akechi Mitsuhide saw through her insincerity, so he kept talking to her in circles, waiting for her to ask for her own initiative, and humiliating her.
The situation of Hosokawa Mibuchi's family has changed a lot, and Hosokawa Fujitaka's life is getting more and more difficult.
With the Miyoshi family withdrawing from Nishisettsu, the threat of destruction that had hung over the Izumi Hosokawa family for many years was finally dispelled.
The Hosokawa Mibuchi family is a family, and the Izumi Hosokawa family actually owns the territory of Izumi Province and Kitakawachi, a total of about 250,000 koku.
Without the suppression of the Miyoshi family, with the strength of the Izumi-Hosokawa family, the retainers group was unwilling to be left alone, and their minds gradually became more active.
The Izumi Hosokawa family, located at the intersection of the shogunate and the Miyoshi family, was originally threatened by the Miyoshi family. The retainers group always maintained a good relationship with the Shiba family to fight against the Miyoshi family.
Hosokawa Fujitaka also relied on the attitude of the retainers to drive his mother Hosokawa Motonsune, who did not want to get too involved with Shiba Yoshigan, to live in Shoryuji Castle for retirement, and for a time he took charge of the family.
But the situation today is different.
The Miyoshi family was driven back to Shikoku Island, and Ashikaga Yoshiaki was determined to win over Mibuchi Fujihide, which made the Hosokawa retainers see their own value and hoped to obtain more benefits.
Kitakawachi also relies on the Yodogawa River. In the past, it did not dare to compete with the Settsu Kingdom samurai family for benefits. It was suppressed by the Settsu clan under the Miyoshi family.
Now that things are changing, why should the Settsu clan, a group of surrendered ministers, compete for benefits with the Izumi-Hosokawa family, a direct lineage of the shogunate?
The profits from the Yodogawa water transport were so great that they made the Hosokawa retainers jealous. Mibuchi Fujihide was surrounded by the general's holy family, and Matsunagahide encouraged the Higashi Settsu people to cause trouble, and the Settsu side was the first to take action.
Mibuchi Fujihide felt that she was in the right, and she wanted to seize the opportunity to seize Takaki Castle. In fact, she wanted to seize the leadership of the Yodogawa River, the actual dividing line between Settsu and Hanoi, a water transport hub.
Without the threat of the Miyoshi family, and with the support of Ashikaga Yoshiaki, the profit-minded guys like the Hosokawa retainers would of course want to take a gamble.
They chose to support Mibuchi Fujihide, while Hosokawa Fujitaka's strategic plans had been frustrated several times this year, which had already damaged his prestige and no one listened to his words.
Both Hosokawa Motonsune and Mibuchi Haruka were old, and their binding force on the retainers was not strong enough to stop Mibuchi Fujihide's military adventure.
The anxious Hosokawa Fujitaka could only come to Akechi Mitsuhide for help, hoping to use the power of the Shiba family.
She saw the situation very clearly and did not expect Mibuchi Fujihide to benefit from Settsu Country.
She was even more afraid that the Hosokawa Mibuchi family would be forced into the Ashikaga-Oda dispute, and would be torn apart in the struggle between the two major forces.
Hosokawa Fujitaka can no longer take care of his disgust for Akechi Mitsuhide, because the stupid Mibuchi Fujihide is about to drag the Hosokawa Mibuchi family into the abyss.
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