This is not the first time that Shindo Sadaharu has come to Shangheiji Castle. As early as a few years ago when the Kyogoku family was in civil strife, Shindo Sadaharu had been to Shangheiji Castle.
At that time, Shindo Sadaharu's purpose was to find out the true situation of Kitaomi and see if the Rokkaku family had the opportunity to send troops northward.
However, although the Kyogoku family was at war with each other at that time, the strength of the national group composed of wealthy families such as Asami and Asai should not be underestimated. At that time, the Rokkaku family was busy intervening in the civil strife of the Hosokawa family, so they had no time to pay attention to him.
Coming to Shangheiji Castle again, Shindo Sadaharu still felt a slightly different atmosphere.
Although the Shangheiji Castle in front of you is far different from Kannonji Castle, the sparrow is small but has all the internal organs. The castle town to the east of Joheiji Castle and the gate town to the south of Joheiji Castle are beginning to take shape. Shindo Sadaharu nodded while watching.
"It seems that although the Kyogoku family has declined, it still has some heritage! After all, it has ruled Kitaomi for hundreds of years!" Passing through the castle town commentingly, Shindo Sadaharu slowly rode his horse and looked around.
"Wait a minute, that's the Three-Sheng Kamei Hanabishi, could it be?" Shindo Sadaharu's eyes were suddenly attracted by several horse-riding samurai standing outside the city in front of him.
It's not that Shindo Sadaharu recognized these people, Shindo Sadaharu just recognized the Asai family crest on these samurai!
In this way, the identities of these people will be revealed.
"The people from the Asai family came to Heiji Castle at this time, probably to win over the Kyogoku family to join the war! We must not let the Asai family take the lead in this matter. It seems that I have to hurry up!"
Kyogokukan's backyard.
Doi Mashun seemed particularly nervous due to the arrival of Shindo Sadaharu. Kyogoku Takamasa secretly smiled, Shindo Sadaharu came at the right time.
In fact, although the Kyogoku family is not strong, they are the target of Asai and Rokkaku's attention during this battle. If nothing unexpected happens, the battle between Asai and Rokkaku will break out somewhere in Sakata County, and the Kyogoku family controls Sakata County.
Therefore, the attitude of the Kyogoku family in this battle is crucial to the Asai and Rokkaku families.
In other words, the Kyogoku family will play a vital role in this battle. Whoever the Kyogoku family supports will have an absolute advantage! Therefore, both the Asai family and the Rokkaku family wanted to win over the Kyogoku family to their side, so Doi Mashun and Shindo Sadaharu came together.
The retainers of the Kyogoku family cannot see this, but Kyogoku Takamasa, as a time traveler, can naturally understand it. That's why Kyogoku Gaomasa was so calm when he was in the castle before.
"Young Assistant of the Ministry of Punishment, since we have finished talking about it, I won't hide it anymore."
"As we all know, the Uesaka family had previously belonged to Nagato Shou's side and was hostile to my father. However, after the Battle of Anekawa in the first year of Hiroki, the Uesaka family had returned to the family! Although the family has promised not to hold the Uesaka family accountable for their past responsibilities, and promised The old territory of the Uesaka clan still belongs to the Uesaka clan. However, the old territory of the Uesaka clan is now occupied by Asai Bizenmori!"
"If you want my family to participate in the war, you can. As long as Asai Bizen is willing to return the stolen old Uesaka clan's territory in full, I will personally lead my family's elite and Asai Bizen to defend against the enemy!"
"But I don't know, what does the Young Assistant of the Ministry of Justice want?" Kyogoku Takamasa looked at Dohi Mashun with a determined look, his sharp eyes stared at Dohi Mashun, as if he could see through Dohi Mashun's inner thoughts.
Doi Shinshun was speechless at this time. If he could, he just wanted to step forward and give Kyogoku Takamasagi a slap in the face.
So shameless!
The Uesaka family's old territory included the western part of Sakata County and the western Asai County area near Lake Biwa. The land was fertile and the population was strong. It was one of the few fertile lands in the entire Hokita River! Kyogoku Takamasa asked the Asai family to give up such a large territory as soon as he opened his mouth. It is conceivable that if Doi Shinshun rashly agreed, he would be cut in half by Asai Ryomasa.
Seeing Dohi Shinshun sitting there without saying a word, Kyoji Gaomasa immediately stood up and said, "Since the Young Assistant of the Criminal Department can't make a decision at the moment, let's wait here for a while! How can we keep the Rokkaku family's envoy waiting for long when he comes to our family?"
After saying that, Kyogoku Takamasa ignored Doi Shinshun and walked past him.
Doi Zhenshun had mixed feelings in his heart. The long-famous Yasha Saburo was indeed well-deserved and difficult to deal with!
"Sakyo come into the palace and wait a moment. I have something else to say!"
Kyogoku Takamasa stopped immediately and waited quietly for Doi Shinshun's next words.
Dohi Shinshun took a deep breath, and then said in a deep voice, "The old territory of the Uesaka family, which belongs to Asai County, will still belong to the family, and all the areas belonging to Sakata County will belong to the main family. How about that?"
This is Doi Mashun's bottom line, and it can also be said to be Asai Ryomasa's bottom line.
In fact, in the Uesaka family's old territory, the only place actually controlled by the Asai family was the thousands of intellectuals in Ogami Castle in Asai County. As for the territory of Sakata County, although it is nominally controlled by the Asai family, it has always been in a state of "ownerless".
If the Kyogoku family wants it, just give it!
Anyway, as long as Rokkaku is defeated, everything can be discussed in the long term!
After entering Joheiji Castle, Shindo Sadaharu was led by a Kyogoku family samurai to the Kyogoku Hall located in the east corner of Joheiji Castle.
The terrain of Higashikawa is higher, and the view from here is even better than from the Honmaru Castle. You can't help but overlook the castle town, and even overlook Mount Ibuki in the distance. The view is excellent.
Arriving at Kyogoku Hall, Shindo Sadaharu first took off his straw sandals in the front yard, then washed his face and hands under the guidance of two maids, and then was taken to the backyard where Kyogoku Takamasa was.
At this time, Kyogoku Takamasa had just finished his meeting with Dohei Mashun, and asked Dohei Mashun to go to the side hall to rest first, while Kyogoku Takamasa continued to meet with Shindo Sadaharu. It is naturally inconvenient for Doi Shinshun to participate in such a meeting with the Rokkaku family envoy.
I don't know whether it was due to Shindo Sadaharu's character or other reasons. As soon as he entered the main hall, Shindo Sadaharu directly asked, "May I ask Sakyo entering the palace, is the Asai family envoy still in the city?"
Kyogoku Gaomasa was stunned for a moment, then waved his hand and said, "Shang is still in the city!"
Now that he has decided to have both sides in this battle, Kyogoku Takamasa naturally does not have to hide things about the Asai family. Otherwise, how can we show Kyogoku's "hot demand" so that it can be sold at a high price?
Sure enough, as soon as he heard Kyougoku Takamasa's words, Shindo Sadaharu immediately sat upright and said, "When Sakyou enters the palace, you must not fall for the Asai family again!"
"Asai is a retainer of Kyogoku. Not only did he openly rebel, but he also united with the powerful families in the territory to launch a plan to steal the Kyogoku clan's territory! The two counties of Ika and Asai have become Asai's private property!"
"This time, the leader of our family is thinking about the feelings of the same clan and the friendship between the family! We are raising a rebel army with the aim of attacking Asai and other unjust ministers, and clearing away the long-standing evils in Omi!"
"My lord is afraid that Zuo Jingjin is young and is deceived by traitors! This is a personal letter from my lord. Every word in the letter comes from the heart! When you go to Zuo Jing's palace, you must not let down my lord's sincerity!" After saying this, he entered. Fuji Sadaharu was so excited that he burst into tears.
Kyogoku Takamasa looked dumbfounded.
Okay, we just dealt with a tough talker, and here comes another Oscar winner!
They are all talents!
