Yiyin sighed.
"Separating farmers and soldiers and fighting out of season are the specialty of the Oda family. Rokkaku, Asai, and Asakura have all suffered. Now it's my turn to worry.
If Oda Nobunaga suddenly takes action in winter, it will be really difficult to deal with it. "
Akechi Mitsuhide nodded and said.
"In this case, we can only find something to do for Oda-sama, so that she will not trouble us with nothing to do."
Yoshiyin's eyes lit up and he looked at Akechi Mitsuhide to hear what her strategy was.
Akechi Mitsuhide, a sinister woman with a bad streak, said with a smile.
"Have you forgotten Yixiang Zong?
Nagashima in Kitaise has always had a fierce conflict with the Oda family. They have long been incompatible with each other. His Highness Oda hates it extremely and wishes to eliminate this hidden danger in the territory as soon as possible.
In Hokuriku Road, the Oda family entered Echizen Country and became neighbors with Kaga Ichikui.
At that time, Kaga was beaten by Asakura Soteiko and was beaten to a terrible state, and the entire Daishoji River was lost. He has always been brooding about it.
Now that the Asakura family has been destroyed, although the old officials of the Asakura family have attached themselves to the Oda family, they are no longer as united as they were with the Asakura family. They are suspicious of each other and are scattered.
Once Kaga Ichiki counterattacks, recaptures the Daishoji River, and invades Echizen Country, can His Highness Oda turn a blind eye to this?
Although there is heavy snowfall on Hokuriku Expressway, it is not a big problem even in autumn. Even for locals like Kaga, winter is more beneficial to them than to the Oda family. "
Yiyin sighed.
"Your idea is good, but Master Xianru will not be willing to block the knife for me.
This time I went to Ishiyama Honganji Temple, and the master seemed to respect me, but in fact he made it clear in his heart that he wanted me to attract the troops of the Oda family for the Ichikai clan, so that she could hide behind and reap the benefits.
Before Oda Nobunaga and I decide the outcome, Master Xianru will not take the initiative and share the pressure for me. "
Akechi Mitsuhide smiled.
"If she doesn't want to, she can get what she wants? The monasteries in the Xiangzong sect have already been working on their own, and there are still many cases of overt and covert violations of the mountain's decrees?
Since the restructuring of the eighth generation of Buddhist priests, temples in various places have developed rapidly, which has lasted for three generations. Many branches of the Taoism have become estranged from Ishiyama Honganji Temple.
It's one thing to be respectful to the Dharma Master on a daily basis, but if their own interests are really involved, can they endure the damage to their interests and patiently listen to the master?
The Oda family's Rakuza policy actually robbed temples of their resources and diverted the commercial profits from temple fairs to the Oda family's castle town.
There is a cloud in the sky: taking people's money is like killing their parents.
The war has been sweeping the world, and martial arts families everywhere are unwilling to provoke these sectarian lunatics. How can they not hate His Highness Oda when he rises to the challenge?
Nagashima has always insisted on fighting with the Oda family until death. Is this because he is obeying the Lord's will?
The Isewan Atsuta Shrine trade circle controlled by the Oda family took away Nagashima's trade share. The local Ichikōshu temple lost a large chunk of its income and hated the Oda family.
Other sects could not defeat the Oda family, so they had no choice but to give in. But when have you ever seen these madmen endure humiliation and give in?
What this group of nuns pursue is the Buddhist kingdom on earth. The conflict between the leaders of the Xiangzong temple and the leaders of the Wu family is the most intense among the sects.
If you are willing, I can trigger a fierce battle with the Oda family with just a few tricks. His Highness Oda will have no time to think about us this autumn and winter. "
Yiyin frowned.
"If I do this, will it arouse the resentment of Master Xian Ru?"
Akechi Mitsuhide sneered.
"The nuns like Yixiang Zong are taking advantage of the troubled times in the Wu family to expand their power desperately, intending to replace the leader country with a Buddhist kingdom and destroy the world of our Wu family. Do you want your Majesty to always tolerate Yixiang Zong's wanton behavior?
Now that the Oda family is a formidable enemy in front of us, Master Xianru will not say anything even if he has resentment in his heart.
But if it lasts until the day when you come to rule the world at Jindo Hall, wouldn’t these troubles for Ixiang Sect be your troubles?
Since sooner or later we will have to argue with the Ichiko clan, why not use the Oda family to weaken the Ichiko clan first? "
Yiyin remained silent and just glanced at Akechi Mitsuhide.
Takada Yono and Kenryo Shangren had in-depth cooperation on the Hokuriku Road trade route. Yoshihiro Bank himself had also made a promise to the Ichiko clan of Kaga Etsuchu, allowing them to share a share of the trade route through Nanao Port.
At this moment, they are still working together for a win-win situation. Yiyin can't stab him in the back. This is not in line with his character image.
But Mitsuhide Akechi is right when he says that the Yixiang Sect is the most restless family among today's sects, and there is nothing wrong with the idea of weakening the Yixiang Sect.
What's more, Yiyin still has a strategic need to wait for the Kwantung Allied Forces to advance to Luo. A superficial friend like Xiang Zong who is destined to be at odds in the future can naturally be pushed out to delay the attack.
Since it is not convenient for Yoshigan to express his position, he will let Mitsuhide Akechi do the bad things in private. Yoshigan himself must be spotless, which is also in line with the three principles of God and Lord agreed between him and Mitsuhide Akechi.
Akechi Mitsuhide smiled slightly, and with one look from Yiyin, she understood the king's thoughts and no longer discussed the issue of Ichigozong.
she said again.
"Your Majesty, Hatano Hideharu, Araki Murashige, Matsunagahide, and Mibuchi Fujihide have all written letters promising to strictly abide by the laws of the shogunate and never use weapons without authorization."
Yiyin nodded.
"Well done, are you scared of Murashigeya Araki?"
Hatano Hideharu of Tamba Kingdom originally wanted to be autonomous and did not want to get involved in the Shiba-Oda dispute, so let's leave it aside.
Araki Murashige, Matsunagahide, and Mibuchi Fujihide were the nails that Oda Nobunaga buried in Nishi Konki.
The Saba and Oda families were hostile, and these three people were surrounded by Saba's allies. In particular, Matsunagahide is weak and Mibuchi Fujihide has been sidelined, so it's okay to say he is neutral.
But when Araki Murashige took control of Settsu Country, she also abandoned the Oda family and wrote a letter to remain obedient, which was quite rare.
Akechi Mitsuhide smiled.
"In the battle of Jiaoxingsi Village back then, your Majesty showed great power, and the Settsu people served under Miyoshi Changyi, so they suffered a lot from you.
Araki Murashige only nominally controlled Settsu Country, but in fact the domestic samurai were not convinced. If she dares to provoke the king and arouse the fear of the people in Setjin, she will be asking for trouble.
Now she is respectfully submitting a letter to the shogunate, taking the opportunity to appease the people of Settsu, and concentrating on solidifying the foundation in Settsu, which is beneficial to herself. "
Yiyin said.
"rational."
Akechi Mitsuhide said again.
"I visited Kofukuji Temple a few days ago, and Master Nagakaku assured me that Kofukuji Temple and the Shingon Sect will always be on your side.
Kitahata Kukyo, who worshiped the Buddha at Kofukuji Temple, also expressed his gratitude to me.
Although she was deprived of her family fortune by Kitahata Xinbao, she could guarantee that the Minami Ise samurai family all admired your kindness and would never dare to be your enemy. "
Akechi Mitsuhide went to Kofukuji Temple, which was the meaning of Yiyin.
On the one hand, in order to implement the god-creation plan, the established sect, the Shingon Sect, needs to step forward to help promote it.
On the other hand, they are also worried that Yamato is bordering Minami Ise, and the Oda family will learn the roundabout tactics of the Miyoshi family and come from Yamato.
Kōfukuji Nagakaku has cooperated with Yiyin for so many years. Yiyin has always kept his promise and protected Kofukuji, so Junkei Tsutsui never dared to move.
Bringing Yi Gin to the status of a god will only bring benefits to the Shingon Sect, but no harm.
Because Yoshigami himself is a believer in the Shingon sect, if he becomes Bishamonten, the protector of Buddhism, the Shingon sect will be even more stable.
Kakuzu, the head of Kofukuji Temple, sincerely wanted to help Yoshigan advocate, and Kitahata Yukyou's position was clearly on the side of the Shiba family.
The Kitahata family's fortune has been taken away by the Oda family, and Kitahata Shinbao, the bastard who succeeded him, has to be eradicated. Can Kitahata Tomomi not feel resentful in his heart?
Her two daughters are now nicknamed by Yoshigan, and are protected by Yoshigan. Naturally, Kitahata Tomomi will do his best to help the Shiba family resist the pressure from Minami Ise and reflect their own value.
Just as Kitahata Tomoko said, with her current prestige, it will definitely be impossible to regain the family property. Oda Nobunaga was arrogant and the Minami Ise samurai family did not dare to disobey.
But it is not difficult for Kitahata Gujiao to persuade the Minami Ise samurai not to be cannon fodder for the Oda family. After all, no one wants to meet the military god Yiyin on the battlefield. What is the difference between this and seeking death?
The Minami Ise samurai family is not a direct descendant of the Oda family, so there is no need to die for the Oda family. Even if they don't work hard and lie flat in pieces, Kitahata's letter bag can't do anything to them.
After plugging the loophole in the southern part of Yamato Country, Yoshigan nodded with satisfaction and said to Akechi Mitsuhide.
"You go to Mount Hiei again and cooperate with Master Tenkai. You must convince the Enryaku Temple religious group to allow us to use the road from Mount Hiei to Omi Country."
Although the Oda family withdrew from Kyoto, Oda Nobunaga personally held the battle at Azuchi Castle in Minamiomia. The Oda army strictly guarded the front line of Sakamoto Ogusa and blocked all land and water passages in and out of Yamashiro Country.
The Kwantung Allied Forces came from the Hokurikudo and had to pass through the Aifa Pass to enter Omi Province and arrive at Konki. Yiyin must consider opening the road from Kyoto to Omi State to connect with the Kwantung Allied Forces.
Since the Minami Omi along the Sakamoto Ogusa line is blocked, we can only take Mount Hiei to the north of Sakamoto, cross the Hiei Mountains and directly enter Kitaomi Takashima County, and find a way to join the Kanto Allied Forces.
Akechi Mitsuhide is the diplomat of the Shiba family, so this matter is naturally left to her.
The Hieizan Enryakuji Order was frightened by the Oda family's fire on Mount Hiei. Now it remains neutral and does not dare to join the Shiba camp.
Yoshigan also looked down upon these nuns. What he needed was just the passage from Mount Hiei, not the troops of the Mountain Master.
Akechi Mitsuhide smiled.
"Leave this matter to me. The Enryakuji Temple is afraid of offending His Highness Oda, aren't they afraid of offending you?
With the cooperation of Master Tianhai, it is not difficult to make the nuns in Enryaku Temple shut up and watch, but is your Majesty satisfied just like this? "
Yoshigan looked at Akechi Mitsuhide who was covering his mouth and smiling slightly, and sneered.
"If you have any other ideas, please tell me."
Akechi Mitsuhide bowed.
"I heard that after the demise of the Asai family, Isono Tamashiro's merits were rewarded by His Highness Oda and he was entrusted with Takashima County.
Back then, she and Jun had a comradeship as they fought side by side. It was not her original intention to be forced to leave the Asai family.
Because Sawayama Castle was isolated and helpless, and His Highness Asai was alienated by the Oda family's conspiracy, Isono Tamashiro had no choice but to betray his master.
I have an old relationship with Kuchiki Motsuna of Takashima County, and I can ask her to contact Isono Emasa from there to explain your consideration and understanding to her.
Your Majesty knows that the Kitaomi family has always been in awe of you. As long as you don't argue with them, I am determined to persuade Isono Umasa and the samurai family of Takashima County to remain neutral, so that our army can pass through the border without hindrance. "
Yiyin thought for a while, and if he could reach a tacit agreement with the Takashima County martial arts family, he would avoid leading his troops to kill all the way, tiring his troops and dampening their energy.
he asked.
"Are you sure?"
Akechi Mitsuhide nodded.
"Takashima County is located on the west bank of Lake Biwa and is alienated from the east coast plain at the core of Omi Province. Neither the Rokkaku family nor the Asai family have strict control over Takashima County.
After His Majesty Oda conquered Omi Kingdom, he was somewhat unable to reach Takashima County, so he generously rewarded Isono Tamashi with 60,000 koku in Takashima County, hoping to control the local samurai family through her.
We have only reached a tacit agreement with the samurai family of Takashima County to use the road to fight against the Oda family, and we are not forcing them to rebel against His Highness Oda.
When the combined battle is over and the situation becomes clear, they can come out and take sides. "
Yiyin nodded in approval.
The Takashima County samurai family is just pretending to be dead. Even if the Oda family is held accountable in the future, it means reducing their territory and not annihilating the clan.
But if they are on the wrong team at this time and insist on getting into trouble with the Shiba family, if Yiyin wins this battle, they will really lose everything and there will be no room for maneuver.
Back then, with only fifty-nine cavalry in Kitaomi, Yoshigan dared to chase down Rokkaku Yoshihide, who was at the height of his power. He cut off the horse's seal in one fell swoop and defeated the Rokkaku family during their rise.
Even if the Wu family of Takashima County bet on both sides, they wouldn't dare to go all-in and lose. It's not difficult to persuade them to wait and wait until the situation becomes clear before taking sides.
Yoshigan said to Akechi Mitsuhide.
"Then try it as you wish."
Before the war started, it was the time of alliance and alliance. Akechi Mitsuhide, the diplomat, was too busy to move, while others seemed much silent.
After Yoshigan and Akechi Mitsuhide had finished talking, Maeda Yoshida came out and bowed and said.
"Your Majesty, I will lead the elite troops of several nearby countries to the north to defend Kyoto and protect the Yamashiro Kingdom.
The defense of Iga country is now on Otani Hime's head. I think that in the subsequent joint battle with the Oda family, we should try not to mobilize her troops.
But Otanihime worked hard and made great achievements. She always guarded the rear silently, with no name and no merit, which made me feel ashamed. "
Maeda felt a little embarrassed when she said it, but Yoshigan also understood her embarrassment.
At that time, Maeda Yoshitsugi, Otani Yoshitsugi, and Toudo Takatora formed a party and became an alliance. They were the first samurai warriors to follow Yoshigan Shiba, and their relationship was irreversible.
Nowadays, Todo Takatora has left the Shiba family on his own, but Otani Yoshitsugi has always been loyal to Yoshigan and never abandons Maeda's interests.
In the previous duel with the Miyoshi family, Maeda chose to attack quickly and went to war with Miyoshi without waiting for Otani Yoshitsugi's rear troops to arrive.
As a result, Maeda's subordinates made a lot of military achievements, and even the student soldiers such as Mikami Momo and Kito Yua also prospered.
But Otani Yoshitsugi failed to catch up with the war and naturally gained nothing.
This time, Maeda led his troops northward to integrate the forces of the recent Shiba family. As the general of Shiba, he would start a war with the Oda family again.
Once the Shiba family wins this battle, Maeda's interests will be outstanding military achievements and generous rewards.
However, Otani Yoshitsugi was kept in Iga country by her, defending the Suzuka Mountains adjacent to the Oda family's south Omi and north Ise territory.
If nothing else, Otani Yoshitsugi will get nothing, which is a bit too bullying.
The three lands of North Iga, Yono, and South Iga in Iga country were granted by Yoshigan to Akechi Mitsuhide, Maeda Yoshitsugi, and Otani Yoshitsugi after the restoration of the Shiba family.
Because of the death of Ashikaga Yoshiteru, Akechi Mitsuhide was reduced by Yoshigan and withdrew from Kitaiga's sphere of influence.
In today's Iga country, apart from Maeda's interest tribes, Otani Yoshitsugi's tribe in Minami Iga is the strongest.
Whether it is out of comradeship or political alliance, Maeda's interests must safeguard Otani Yoshitsugi's interests, otherwise the team will not be able to lead.
Even if Otani Yoshitsugi can be upright and upright, sacrifice himself for the overall situation, and silently protect her without competing for military honors, the Hime Warriors under her command will also be dissatisfied. How can there be such a reason to bully others?
But the current situation is a bit helpless.
Back then, Maeda's interests used Suzuka Pass to trade grain with the Oda family. The Oda family's Minami Omi and Kita Ise were already connected, putting great pressure on Iga country on the other side of the Suzuka Mountains.
Now, Maeda's interests have brought most of the troops northward, and the interior of the Shiba Territory has been empty recently. Only by using the Suzuka Mountains in the Iga Basin can we stop the Oda family's flanking troops.
Otani Yoshitsugi is slightly more extraordinary and has a better character, so it is most appropriate to entrust this line of defense to her. But if she were left in the Suzuka Mountains, she would probably not get any military glory in this war.
Maeda's interest cannot always be to eat meat by herself and not let her allies drink soup. She can only ask for Yoshigin's grace with a stern face and remember Yoshitsugi Otani's contribution.
Of course, Yiyin is well aware of this.
The Wu family was rewarded by the public, how could they get promoted and make a fortune without military merit? Otani Yoshitsugi is an honest person who doesn't fight or fight, but he can't let her suffer all the time.
Yiyin said.
"Those who are good at fighting have no great merits. Otani-hime has strictly guarded the border and guarded the rear army these years, so that I have no worries. It is a great merit.
I know her contribution well, so you can rest assured. "
With Yoshihiro's words, Maeda was relieved.
She kowtowed to the ground and thanked her, wondering whether she should write a letter to tell Otani Yoshitsugi that she would definitely have a share of the credit this time, so that she could guard the fortress with peace of mind.
(End of chapter)
