In late autumn and early winter, just as the Bank of Japan was building an anti-Mitsuyo alliance through various channels, the Miyo army's invasion of Izumi and Hanoi was also in full swing.
Because of the non-aggression agreement with Araki Murashige, Miyoshi Yoshitsugu was unable to use the Yodogawa River to send troops. He could only attack Kawachi Kingdom through the Yamato River, with Shinohara Chofusa as the vanguard.
As a partial division, Nobuyasu Anzai's Awaji people rushed into Izumi Province at the same time to cover the flanks of Miyoshi's army.
The Yodogawa and Yamato River are the two most important rivers in the Osaka Plain.
The Yodogawa River flows from the Kyoto Basin into the Osaka Plain, and the Yamato River flows from the Nara Basin into the Osaka Plain. The two rivers converge in the Sakai Port Osaka area, forming a good port landform at the seaport.
Sakai and Osaka belong to the north and south respectively, but they are actually one. The sand island at the mouth of the sea facilitates the exchange of large ships for small ones, and sea transportation for river transportation. Since ancient times, it has been the most important foreign trade hub in recent times.
The Yodogawa and Yamato Rivers run through the Osaka Plain. Although they cause flooding from time to time, the alluvial plains along the coast are also the best fertile fields.
The Yodogawa River is the geographical dividing line between Hanoi Kingdom and Settsu Kingdom, and the Yamato River crosses Hanoi Kingdom. It not only nourishes the fertile fields on both sides of the river, but also serves as an important transportation line for water transportation in and out of Hanoi Kingdom.
Miyoshi Yoshitsugu entered Hanoi country through the Yamato River water transportation logistics line.
The heirs of the Hosokawa Mibuchi family who dominate Izumi and Kitakawachi are having internal strife. The Izumi-Hosokawa family is afraid of the Miyoshi family because of the last Miyoshi invasion. This time they are still retreating steadily.
The Awaji people fought against Hosokawa Motonsune in Izumi Province, and Mibuchi Haruka of Kitakogenchi was defeated as soon as they fought against Miyoshi's army, losing the important town of Wakae Castle directly.
Wakae Castle is the hub of central Hanoi, and Miyoshi Yoshitsugu personally guards here. Hatakeyama Takamasa, who is staring south at Takaya Castle, does not dare to move.
Shinohara Chofusa led his troops further into the North Kawachi area, and the Mibuchi Haru member of the Iimori Mountain Castle complained endlessly and kept asking for help from Konki Shiba leader behind him.
While the Miyoshi family was expanding its results, Shiba Yiyin had returned to Duowenshan City in the recent Shiba territory, and the anti-Miyoshi alliance was born.
Araki Murashige of Settsu Province fell out with the Miyoshi family, and Hatano Hideharu of Tanba Province mobilized the army and made a gesture of being ready to go south at any time.
The Genlaizhong went north to Izumi Country and helped the Izumi-Hosokawa family stabilize their position. Zaigazu was hired by the Shiba family to enter Sakai Port Osaka, and the atmosphere with the Sakai Port defenders of the Miyoshi family was tense.
Tsutsui Junkei of Yamato Kingdom mobilized the Ni soldiers to enter the southern Kawachi area to support Hatakeyama Takamasa of Takaya Castle. Mibuchi Haru of Iimoriyama Castle finally hoped for reinforcements from the Shiba Territory.
Threats came from all directions, and the Miyoshi family became quarrelsome. Miyoshi Yoshitsugi of Wakae City had to recall the generals from the front during the war to hold a major military meeting.
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Ruojiang City, meeting hall.
In the main seat, Miyoshi Yoshitsugi had a cold face and said nothing. The quarrels of a group of retainers almost raised the ceiling, but she didn't even bother to listen.
Those who quarreled on the stage were all just pawns, while the real bosses hid behind and manipulated public opinion, and no one spoke out.
Miyoshi Yoshitsugi glanced away.
Miyoshi Yasunaga, who was stationed at Sakai Port to control the logistics, Nobuyasu Anzai, who was attacking Izumi Province's protective flank, and the vanguard general Shinohara Chofusa, who was attacking Kitakawachi, were all wandering outside, keeping their mouths shut.
Miyoshi Yoshitsugi secretly resented that among the foxes, no one was easy to deal with. It was difficult for her as the house supervisor.
Because he was deceived by Matsuhisa Nagahide, Miyoshi Yoshitsugu was far away in Settsu Country, and watched helplessly as the trio of Miyoshi were easily defeated by Oda Nobunaga's army of Kamiro.
Afterwards, the shogunate organized the Battle of Settsu. Miyoshi Yoshitsugu saw that he could not do anything and voluntarily surrendered to the shogunate. The Miyoshi family was forced to withdraw from Nishisettsu and return to Shikoku.
These two incidents did great harm to Miyoshi Yoshitsugu's prestige. The popularity she had accumulated when Miyoshi Nagakei helped her take the position was exhausted, and her position as governor of the family was in jeopardy.
She originally thought that Ashikaga Yoshiaki and Oda Nobunaga were fighting within the shogunate, and the Miyoshi family could use Ashikaga Shogun's imperial letter as an excuse to return to Koki, so that they could earn some benefits and maintain their own status.
Who would have known that Ashikaga Yoshiaki did not keep his word and denied the existence of the Gouchishu, putting Miyoshi Yoshitsugi in a dilemma.
If she retreats now, the faction within the Mihaoshi family that is dissatisfied with her will become even more arrogant. If they don't withdraw, Miyoshijia will have to face off against Shiba Yiyin again.
When Miyoshi came to Luo for the Changqing Festival, Miyoshi's family was severely dealt with by Sibo Yiyin. Later, in the battle of Kyoto by Oda Miyoshi, the Miyoshi family had no chance to face off against the Shiba family and was defeated.
Now that they heard that Shiba Yiyin was going to lead troops to fight, many Miyoshiji warriors were so frightened that their legs weakened.
Miyoshi Yoshitsugu had no choice but to convene a military meeting this time. It was really inappropriate to recall the frontline generals. If something went wrong at the front while everyone was quarreling, who would bear the responsibility?
But Miyoshi Yoshitsugu had to do this, because if left unchecked, the military morale of the Miyoshi family would collapse before the war even started.
The name of Shiba Yiyin is like a curse, making all Miyoshihime warriors tremble with fear.
After listening to the useless noises of the retainers for a long time, Miyoshi Yoshitsugu's ears hurt a little. She had lost her patience and decided to personally guide public opinion.
Miyoshi Yoshitsugi scolded a few words, suppressed the voices of the retainers, and then asked Shinohara Nagatoro.
"Master Shinohara, what is the current situation on the front line?"
Shinohara Chofusa glanced at Miyoshi Yoshitsugu. She was surprised that this young house governor could bear to speak until now.
She said solemnly.
"Don't worry, Governor, San Yuanqing is just one of the ministers who appraises everyone, and is not known for his military formations.
The conflict between the Izumi Hosokawa family and the Mibuchi family was incomprehensible, and the Hosokawa retainers in the northern Kawachi area had no intention of making wedding dresses for them. The war went very smoothly.
Now that the army has reached Jiubao Temple and is setting up camp, I have time to rush back to participate in the discussion. "
Shinohara Nagafusa's tone was not small, and she hinted that this pointless military discussion was a waste of her time.
Miyoshi Yoshitsugu smiled awkwardly, saying that it was indeed inappropriate to call someone back in the middle of a battle because he would not accept military orders abroad.
But before Miyoshi Yoshitsugu could speak, Miyoshi Yasunaga had already taken over and said.
"Shinohara-hime, you can't say that.
There is a cloud in the sky, and the strategy is being planned to win a victory thousands of miles away.
Fighting is not farming, just work hard. Major war matters must be done with great caution and careful consideration before going into battle.
Even if you are farming, you have to look at the sky to eat, and you have to look at the ground to plant, and you also need to pay attention to the skills. "
Miyoshi Yasunaga is the boss of the Miyoshi clan. He is old and senior. Now he is stationed at Sakai Port and takes care of the army's logistics. He has a lot of authority.
Miyoshi Yoshitsugu may have to save dignity for Shinohara Nagafusa, but Miyoshi Yasunaga doesn't have to worry too much.
The most prestigious Mihaoshi and the four sisters in the Mihaoshi family are all dead, as are the three Mihaoshi sisters with the second highest status.
Nowadays, even someone with a status like Shinohara Chofusa can jump out and give orders and lead the Awa people to fight against the Sanuki people. Miyoshi Yasucho is really not convinced.
Shinohara Nagafusa smiled coldly, and he was also very unhappy with Miyoshi Yasunaga who relied on his old age to show off his old age.
She knew in her heart that the calls for peace and truce that had been heard recently in Sanhao's home were caused by this Sanhao sect leader who was fanning the flames behind them. Ji Ji, who was fighting in the front, was also shaken.
Of course, Shinohara Nagafusa, who advocated the war faction, did not like this representative of the peace faction.
Shinohara Chofusa is where she is today because she has a firm grip on the Awa and Sanki clans. She had the opportunity to seize the two powerful armies of the Three Good Families because it was wartime and she was a general.
Her power comes from the war. If this war stops now, it will be very detrimental to Shinohara Nagafusa. She needs to stabilize her position through military exploits.
Even if there is a truce, you must first fight a good fight and establish your prestige before making any further considerations.
In order to deal with the Shiba family, Shinohara Nagafusa has been carefully preparing for a long time. Of course she was dissatisfied with the fact that Miyoshi Yasunaga was shouting behind her back to shake the morale of the army.
Shinohara Nagafusa sneered and said.
"Then I would like to ask Mr. Mihaoshi Kangchang, what is your secret today?"
Miyoshi Yasunaga had already prepared a lot of speeches, but at this time, he poured out all the correct words.
"Tsuda-don is a wise and powerful man, and he is an extraordinary man from the samurai family. In recent years, the samurai family respects Tsuta-den far more than the current Ashikaga shogun in Kyoto.
This time the shogunate acted very smartly and invited Tsuta-den to take charge of the Nishikonji military affairs. We should understand the power of this and should not attack the stone with an egg.
As soon as Tsutano came forward, Araki Murashige immediately tore up the agreement, Hatano Hideharu also wanted to join the battle circle, and the pressure on our northern army increased dramatically.
The Genlai crowd, the Zahe crowd, and the Yamato Ni Corps all responded to Jindo Hall's call in the south and sent troops to embarrass us.
The Zaga clan even entered the Sakai Port and Osaka area through the relationship with Ishiyama Honganji Temple, and our logistics supplies were right under their noses.
I heard that the Maeda interests of Shiba leader have led troops to Iimoriyama Castle in recent days and will soon confront us.
Family Governor, we can't fight anymore. We should send envoys to negotiate with Jinduodian.
Based on the noble character of Jinduoden, we can argue with reason to explain the truth of the Gouchishu. He will definitely understand our difficulties and allow us to withdraw our troops and escape unscathed. "
Although Miyoshi Yasunaga promised Takada Haruno that she would betray him at a critical moment, she was still an old minister of the Miyoshi family.
Not to mention how deep her feelings are for the Sanhao family, even if we only talk about the relationship of interests, it will be a gain for both sides and a loss for both sides.
If Miyoshi Yoshitsugu can be persuaded to surrender and not start a war with the Shiba family, this will be the best outcome for Miyoshi Yasunaga, and she will definitely try her best to facilitate this.
After all, the Miyoshi family sent troops to respond to Ashikaga Yoshiaki's call and participate in Nobunaga's siege network.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki did something dishonest in this matter. Ashikaga General, who talks about the Tianxian, uses tissue paper to wipe his buttocks of everything he says and writes, and he doesn't recognize it even if he says he doesn't recognize it? Is there such a ridiculous thing in the world?
As long as the Miyoshi family firmly grasps the matter of the imperial letter, they can argue with Shiba Yiyin. With Yoshigami's character and morality, it is impossible for him to be as shameless and unrepentant as Yoshiaki Ashikaga.
Miyoshi Yoshitsugu hesitated, obviously a little bit persuaded by Miyoshi Yasunaga.
Shinohara's chief housekeeper was moved and suddenly became anxious. Whether he can soar into the sky is all bet on this war, how can he allow Miyoshi Yasunaga to destroy it?
she snapped.
"Lord Miyoshi Yasuda, the war is approaching, please be careful with your words and don't ruin the morale of our military with your nonsense!
Family Governor, please don't believe the rumors outside. The war situation is far from that serious.
Although Araki Murashige claimed to have torn up the non-aggression agreement, her military strength strictly adhered to the boundaries and did not give our army a chance to misjudge.
Hatano Hideharu indeed mobilized the military, but our ninjas never discovered that Tanba State's messenger was in contact with Settsu State.
Without the approval of the Settsu clan, the Tanba clan is not adjacent to us. Couldn't they fly over and fight us?
In the final analysis, Araki Murashige and Hatano Hideharu are both waiting and watching. They just want to be on the side of the winner. Whoever wins, they will help!
Until the war situation is clear, they will not be a threat to us.
As for the Zaga clan, they were hired by Harano Takada of Sakai Port, but that was because Ishiyama Honganji was worried that we would take the opportunity to capture Harano Takada and harm the interests of the Ichigo clan on the Hokuriku Road trade route.
As long as we don't touch the interests of Yixiang Sect, Master Xianru of Shishan will not be willing to be our enemy. Ichigo Ikui started a war in Oda's territory, leaving Ichigo Mun no time to care.
As for Tsutsui Junkei of Yamato, she covets Kofukuji Temple. She has been blocked by the Shiba family several times. Will she do her best to help the Shiba family fight? "
Shinohara Chofusa wanted to get to the top through this battle, so he naturally planned every aspect and was holding back his energy to prepare for a good fight.
There was something meaningful in her words, and Miyoshi Yoshitsugu nodded frequently.
Miyoshi Yasunaga retorted.
"What about the Nerai people? If the Izumi-Hosokawa family and the Nerai people join forces and go north to attack the Yamato River and the Sakai Port area, what will happen to our army's logistics?"
Shinohara Chofusa looked at the calm Nozaya Nozaya and said.
"Our army's flanks are in danger. Why don't Lord Miyoshi Yasusuo ask Lord Nobuyasu Anzhai what I am doing?"
Azaya Nobuyasu's Awaji people are fighting against Izumi. Of course, she has the final say as to whether their flanks are stable or not.
Miyoshi Yasunaga felt proud that Shinohara Nagafusa was finally framed by him.
Anzai Nobuyasu and I have an appointment, and they are both in the rebel camp. Miyoshi Yasunaga believes that she can speak for him, so he deliberately brings up the topic and leads the topic to Izumi.
But what Miyoshi Yasunaga didn't know was that Anzhai Nobuyasu's ideas were not consistent with hers.
Anzhai Nobuyasu's mother, Anzhai Fuyayasu, was one of the four Miyoshi sisters. When Miyoshi Chokei was determined to go to Luo, Anzhai Fuyayasu was responsible for conquering Izumi Country, almost forcing the Izumi Hosokawa family into a desperate situation.
But even with such great achievements, Anzhai Dongkang still didn't end well in the end.
Miyoshi Changqing failed to ascend Luo, and one of the four Miyoshi sisters, Toga Ichisun, died in the Battle of Yamato. In order to ease the conflicts in the family, Miyoshi Changqing appointed Shiga Icun's daughter as his heir, who was Miyoshi Yoshitsugu.
Shihe Icun died in battle, and also killed Miyoshi Yoshihiro, Miyoshi Changqing's heir, and the entire Miyoshi family's hegemony began to decline.
With such a serious consequence, Shihe Yicun's daughter can still inherit the Mihao family and become the new family governor. How many people can accept it?
Anzhai Dongkang, who had great military exploits, was jealous of Miyoshi Changqing. He believed that Miyoshi Yixian's death was related to Anzhai Dongkang, so he forced her to commit seppuku and died unjustly.
Now that the four Miyoshi sisters and the three Miyoshis are dead, the important ministers of the family have been replaced by Miyoshi Yasunaga and Shinohara Nagafusa, and Miyoshi Yoshitsugu is the governor of the family.
As the daughter of Fuyasu Anzhai, Nobuyasu Anzhai is of the same generation as Miyoshi Yoshitsugu, the daughter of Tokawa Ichin, and they are of similar origins. Why should she live under Miyoshi Yoshitsugu?
Miyoshi Yasunaga was unwilling to rebel, so he was still thinking about suing for peace and withdrawing the troops. But Nobuyasu Anzhai was eager to betray him immediately and was happy to see Miyoshi Yoshitsugi knocked to the ground by Yoshigan Shiba.
Just because of this slight difference, Miyoshi Yasunaga misjudged, thinking that Anzhai Nobukang would speak for him, but it was just the slightest difference that made him miss a thousand miles.
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