The Red Armor Cavalry and the Northern Samurai are the most powerful elite troops of the Toyotomi family.
There are five thousand men each, one is cavalry and the other is infantry.
But being on foot doesn't mean you can't ride a horse.
These two elite troops are all composed of warriors, with a minimum salary of one hundred dan. The minimum salary for a warrior in Fuso is about twenty dan.
The salary of one hundred stones is five times the minimum salary. Under the general subordinate of a small daimyo, a retainer with a hundred stones is already quite famous.
Such warriors are proficient in riding skills even in the infantry.
in contemporary times. The command of the two armies was given to Toyotomi, the second of the Four Heavenly Kings. He is also the best general in the world and the second best general in the world.
Matsudaira Kagetora and Ii Naomi are in charge.
In the process of Toyotomi Daikichi pacifying the Fuso world, the two armies played an important role, making the entire Fuso army fearsome.
It also made Matsudaira Kagetora and Ii Naobi powerful in Fuso.
There is definitely a chance for a beheading operation.
Now Wu Nian has just obtained the territories of the western countries, and there are still a large number of old ministers of the daimyo inside.
The Iga ninjas also moved freely there.
And Wu Nian only brought a small number of guards to recruit talents and understand the sentiments of the people. After getting accurate information, Chi Kaiqi could disembark from the south by boat, and then rely on the speed of the cavalry and the help of the local daimyo's old ministers to directly attack Wu Nian.
Kill this Liaodong tiger.
But this is dangerous. It can be said to be a double-edged sword.
Failure to win means defeat.
It's easy to say if you win, but if you fail. So what the Toyotomi family lost was not only the elite cavalry troops they had raised for generations.
Toyotomi Daikichi's prestige will be further challenged.
External daimyo and even genealogical daimyo will be shaken.
People like Maeda Tadamichi will spring up like mushrooms after a rain. Kumamoto Neji, who is currently resisting Li Tianbao's navy at sea, may also be shaken.
At that time, Toyotomi Daikichi could only retreat to Kanto and share the world equally with Wu Nian.
To do it or not to do it?
All the great names and military commanders in the room, except Naoki Ii and Kagetora Matsudaira, all lowered their heads.
Toyotomi Daikichi's face changed slightly, showing hesitation and struggling internally.
But he is a heroic figure after all, with great courage. After taking a deep breath, Toyotomi Daikichi raised his head and said to Ii Naomi: "Okay. Let the Iga ninjas go out in full force and go to the western countries to investigate."
"Zhibi. You are responsible for collecting intelligence, formulating routes, etc. But whether to send troops or not is up to me."
"I won't send you out if the situation doesn't allow it."
The eyes of Ii Naobi flickered, like the sun, the aura that ordinary people couldn't look directly at became more and more powerful, as if he was a god.
All battles are invincible and all attacks are invincible.
"Yes." He bent down and responded.
Toyotomi Daikichi nodded, then looked at the great names and generals in front of him, and said: "Now that it's decided, let's move forward."
"Kage Ju. Before that, you write to all the daimyo who have lost their territories, or their relatives. As a general who conquers barbarians, I am the pillar of the world's warriors. I will drive away Wu Nian and restore their territories."
"Yes." Katakura Kageju lowered his head and responded loudly.
Shortly after. The great names and generals took their leave and left. Toyotomi Daikichi stood up, holding a folding fan in his hand, sweeping away the decadence, and his eyes were filled with determination and enterprising spirit.
Let's decide the outcome.
This time I will kill you directly.
...........
Just as Toyotomi's information said.
Wu Nian was recruiting talents from all over the territory he had acquired, that is, wooing ronin from various countries. Let’s take a look at the sentiments of the people.
now. He is in Anyi County (country).
Aki County is a small country among the 66 Fuso Kingdoms, with a stone height of only 194,000 koku. It faces Shikoku Island to the south across the sea.
It is also divided into eight counties. Specialties are wasabi, seaweed, hemp, honey, salt, etc.
Business is relatively prosperous.
The king of Han was so powerful that he won consecutive battles. Got a lot of Ronin support. Of course Wu Nian could not hold the imperial examination in Fusang to recruit talents.
He restored the traditions of his ancestors.
Rely on recommendations from trusted people, or ask the Imperial City Secretary to establish an intelligence network in the territory to scout for talents.
After arriving in Anyi County. Maeda Tadamichi's friend and a big businessman in Anyi County, Matsumoto Qingguang, received Wu Nian in his luxurious mansion.
Wu Nian watched Fuso's traditional Noh drama at Matsumoto's house, drank tea made by a tea ceremony master, visited local shrines, and soaked in hot springs.
He also declined Matsumoto Qingguang's desire to warm his bed with his daughter.
Although there is this small regret. But Matsumoto Qingguang entertained Wu Nian very successfully.
Of course it is not for no reason that big businessmen are so dedicated.
Matsumoto Qingguang originally wanted to become Wu Nian's relative. Since he failed, he decided to do the next best thing and recommend talents.
This morning.
Inside the Matsumoto family's mansion. Wu Nian was sitting at the main seat, with a small Fusang table in front of him, and Fusang-style dishes on it.
Wu Nian picked up the wine glass, drank the wine, and ate the food. And watch the dance of Fuso's traditional singers.
Diva are all beauties.
They all also winked at Wu Nian, but unfortunately he didn't have that ambition.
Except for Matsumoto Qingguang, the guests were seated. There are three more people. The three of them are quite awkward. They are obviously from Fuso, but they are wearing the long robes of Han scholars and hats on their heads to cover the original samurai buns.
After the singing and dancing ended, Matsumoto Qingguang bowed and asked: "Your Majesty, I am An Yi Country. No. How is the singing and dancing in An Yi County?"
"It has a unique flavor." Wu Nian nodded condescendingly, then raised his glass and praised: "The red wine is good."
Matsumoto Qingguang looked happy. The origin of this daughter's red wine was not simple. It was a thirty-year-old wine. Came across the ocean from Chu State.
Matsumoto Qingguang talked to Wu Nian for a long time before introducing: "Your Majesty. These three gentlemen. They are Sasaki Toshitune, Harada Hanamichi, and Ninari Iehisa."
"They wish to serve the king."
The three of them immediately put their hands on the tatami, moved a few steps back, turned around, bent deeply towards Wu Nian, and pressed their foreheads against the tatami.
Wu Nian's thoughts were not on recruiting talents. But eating people is soft-mouthed and taking people short-handed. These days, when Matsumoto Qingguang entertains him well, he has to return the favor.
Moreover. Just give me a stepping stone.
Whether they can succeed or not depends on themselves.
Wu Nian nodded and said, "You should know that civil and military affairs are separated here."
"Now there is no shortage of people for military attaches. But for civilian officials, there is a huge shortage of talents."
"I write a note. You take it to Kyoto and give it to Governor Cheng. He will arrange things for you."
"Thank you, Your Majesty." The three of them showed joy and expressed their sincere thanks.
Although it was just a note, the note from the King of Han was certainly of great importance. When they go to see the governor with a note, their starting point must be higher than that of ordinary people.
"Fuso has entered the Han Dynasty. We have also successfully entered the official career. Let's strive for the top." The three of them encouraged themselves in their hearts.
