The man was about fifty years old, with a plain appearance and short stature. Perhaps to hide his appearance, he was wearing very ordinary clothes.
Wu Nian withdrew his gaze and sat still.
"Governor of the Maeda family, Maeda Tadamichi pays homage to His Majesty the King of Han." Maeda Tadamichi did not dare to look at Wu Nian. After entering the account, he immediately bent down and clasped his fists in salute.
"Without courtesy, sit down." Wu Nian's posture was majestic and his voice was strong.
"Thank you for taking a seat." Maeda Tadamichi thanked him, then came to the left and sat down. Wang Guixian sat on the right.
"If you have anything to say, just tell me." Wu Nian said calmly.
"Yes." Maeda Tadamichi responded, and then said respectfully: "When I heard that the King of Han crossed the sea, I wanted to defect to him for a long time, but the territories were not bordering before, so I didn't take action."
"This time the King of Han captured Bizen, and my territory was only separated by the sea. So I came here to join him."
After a pause, he continued: "Because my Maeda family is an old minister of the Hojo family, Toyotomi Daikichi is wary of me."
"My Maeda family's army is one of the few that did not participate in this war. There are now a thousand troops in my territory."
"I can go back now, lead my army and retainers, and go north to join the King of Han."
"Please ask the King of Han to make me a general, give me a seal, provide military rations, and pay. I can recruit ronin and militiamen in the territories of Inaba, Mimasaku, Bizen, and Tajima, and form a force of ten thousand households. Then, I can help the King of Han and attack the eight western countries. .”
Having said this, Maeda Tadamichi raised his head, showed his expression, and said: "The western countries were once the territory of the Hojo family. Not only am I familiar with the mountains and terrain, but I also know many ronin."
Wu Nian and Wang Gui were both moved in their hearts and looked at each other.
I really wanted to sleep, so I looked at the pillows.
They were worried that Zhang Cai, who was responsible for attacking the eight western countries, had insufficient troops for the seven thousand households. Then came Maeda Tadamichi.
The Fuma ninjas and the Kyogoku family all said that this man was capable.
He is also familiar with the local mountains and terrain, has connections, and has an army.
It can be said to be perfect.
But there is a problem. What is his relationship with the Fuma ninja? Is he still a direct descendant of the Hojo family?
Is the Fuma ninja going to join forces with the Maeten family and take this opportunity to recruit the old ministers of the Hojo family and revive the Hojo family?
After Wu Nian thought for a while, he said: "Mr. Maeda, you know. The Han Dynasty of the widow is different from Fuso. Under the rule of the widow, there are no princes, that is, daimyo. If you defect to the widow, the prince can make you a general. , but I cannot give you territory.”
"So in fact, the Maeda family's daimyo family business will also be destroyed."
"Report back to the King of Han. I know it very well." Maeda Tadamichi replied calmly, and then said decisively: "Based on the current situation and from my perspective, it is only a matter of time before the King of Han wins."
"Waiting for the King of Han to capture Fusang and destroy all the daimyo. Why didn't I defect to the King of Han in advance, leave the daimyo system, and find my own identity and status in the Han Dynasty?"
"Haha." Wu Nian laughed, nodded and said, "You are very frank."
According to this guy. This guy is an old minister of the Hojo family. Although he submitted to Toyotomi Daikichi, he was feared by Toyotomi Daikichi.
I'm afraid my life was not very comfortable.
And this guy thinks Fuso is a big ship that's about to sink.
It would be best to jump overboard before it sinks.
Well-founded and realistic.
But the question is, is what he said true?
"I have heard about Mr.'s life and believe in his abilities. The general's seal, military rations, and food and salary supply are not a problem."
"But. How can I trust you, sir?" Wu Nian looked at Maeda Tadamichi sharply and asked.
"As long as the King of Han accepts my surrender, I am willing to entrust my family members, the family members of my family, and the family members of my retainers to the King of Han as hostages."
Maeda Tadamichi was prepared and said calmly.
Wu Nian narrowed his eyes and believed this man.
The only problem now is that both sides don't trust each other.
Maeda Tadamichi was able to give him his own family, the family members of his clan, and the family members of his retainers as hostages.
It has been reached to the limit.
Even if Maeda Tadamichi wanted to betray him, Maeda Tadamichi's retainers would object.
"Okay. You act immediately. Take your people and come to Bizen. I will ask people to make seals, official documents, armor, and weapons."
"You used seals and official documents to recruit ronin in the name of a few people, formed Fuso Ten Thousand Households, cooperated with Zhang Cai, and conquered the eight western countries. Afterwards, you and Kyogoku Dosan have the same status."
Wu Nian said very decisively.
Kyogoku Dosan's reputation is now known to everyone.
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Maeda Tadamichi achieved his goal. With a little joy on his brows, he stood up first, then knelt on the ground with one knee and thanked him.
"Yeah." Wu Nian hummed and accepted it calmly. Then, without any delay, he immediately asked Maeda Tadamichi to leave.
Wu Nian smiled and raised his head and said to Wang Gui: "Brother. Eight Western Countries. No. After the matter is completed, Fusang Sixty-Six Countries. I have occupied sixteen countries, and the situation has changed."
"It's not easy. It's also thanks to Lu Liuliang." Wang Gui also smiled and nodded.
"Lu Liuliang." Wu Nian put away his smile and stood up, walked to the door of the tent and looked in the direction of Yise City.
You must keep it.
Victory is not far away.
.............
dark night.
One color city.
On the castle tower, a flag with the character "Han" flying in the wind. Exuding an aura of aloofness. Just like Lu Liuliang who was trapped in a tight siege.
Lu Liuliang took his soldiers on his last inspection today.
The soldiers were all in high spirits, no one was relaxed, and no one was afraid. Lu Liuliang was very satisfied and returned to the bedroom with his soldiers.
After taking off his armor, he washed his face, soaked his feet, and then entered the bed.
Fuso's bed without a bed made him very uncomfortable. Coupled with the current situation, he tossed and turned and couldn't help but think about the current situation.
during this time.
From the top of the castle tower, you can see countless Toyotomi military camps. However, the Toyotomi army did not launch an attack on Isshiki Castle.
This made Lu Liuliang very uneasy.
Surround the spot for reinforcements.
Encircling it is safe for the city, but very dangerous for reinforcements.
Now that he is safe, it means that Wu Nian is not safe.
on the contrary. If the army surrounds the point to bring reinforcements, launch an attack on the city. The situation is reversed. He became unsafe and Wu Nian became safe.
Lu Liuliang hoped that Toyotomi's army would attack Isshiki City as soon as possible.
"Please, Your Majesty, please abandon us. Don't miss us." Lu Liuliang thought to himself.
He fell asleep in a daze and woke up early the next morning. After he got up, he washed his face and mouth, and then started eating.
Now the food in Yise City is rationed.
He planned to eat three months' worth of food for six months.
This will affect the physical fitness of the soldiers, but it is also a helpless move. but. Ise City is a mountain city where birds often pass by, as well as mice and other small animals.
The soldiers of the Han army hunted some game as a supplement.
All in all, it’s not a good situation, but it’s holding up.
As a general, Lu Liuliang did not receive any general treatment, and the food he ate was no different from that of ordinary soldiers.
If you eat such a small amount, you can only stuff it between your teeth. Lu Liuliang touched his belly, sighed and put down the bowl and chopsticks. Then he cheered up and planned to inspect the city wall.
at this time. A soldier broke in from outside and reported: "General. There is movement in the Toyotomi army."
"Very good. Your Majesty is safe." Lu Liuliang was not surprised but overjoyed and laughed loudly. The tiger's eyes were shining brightly, and he said to the soldiers around him: "Brothers, whether you can survive or not depends on fate."
"But there is a point."
"We have one thousand warriors, and we have to kill at least 5,000 of the opponent's people."
"Even if you die in battle, you must also contribute to the king."
"Yes." The soldiers responded uniformly, and no one showed fear.
Lu Liuliang nodded, asked his soldiers to put on armor on him, and led his troops to the city wall in high spirits.
