Due to its unique geographical location, Omi has always been the best refuge for Kyoto's ministers and shogunate.
All along, whenever something changes in Kyoto, ministers and generals will usually choose to take refuge with the general.
Similarly, since it was the closest to Kyoto, the Hosokawa family or the general had often asked the Rokkaku family to lead troops into Luo. Now that the Rokkaku family is gone, the first thing that the retainers of the Hosokawa family think of is the Kyogoku family.
Only the Kyogoku family has the strength to intervene in this matter.
"Don't mention this matter again. Could it be that without Sakyo Jin, our family would really have nothing to do?" Hosokawa Harumoto said angrily at the retainers.
Hosokawa Mototsune tried to say, "It's better to let Ouchi or Nizi..."
But before Hosokawa Motonsune could finish his words, he was interrupted by Hosokawa Mototaka, "Water from afar cannot quench the thirst of the nearer. The journey to the Western Kingdom is far away, and it will take several days to come and go. Waiting for the troops mobilized by the Ouchi family and Nizi family By the time we get there, I’m afraid Kyoto has been reduced to ashes.”
"Besides, Ouchi and Nizi have been constantly wary of each other over the years. How could they send troops to Luo at this time?"
Hosokawa Mochitaka directly rejected Hosokawa Motonsune's whimsical idea.
The conflict between the Ouchi and Nizi families is increasing day by day. Both sides dislike each other. In recent years, there have been constant battles, both large and small, competing for the right to speak in the Western Kingdom.
If you ask them to go to Luo at this time, who would be willing to come?
At that time, as soon as the person left with the front foot, another family stole the house from the back foot?
"Then what good suggestions does Sanqishou have?" Hosokawa Motonsune curled his lips and asked with disdain.
In the past two years, as the situation of the Hosokawa family in the Kinai area has gradually improved, some internal problems have gradually been exposed. The retainers who were originally quite united gradually developed conflicts over issues such as territory and power.
Hosokawa Momotsune and Hosokawa Motaka had a conflict over the ownership of the Miyoshi family's old territory in Awa.
At that time, after Miyoshi Gencho's death, the Miyoshi family was controlled by the Miyoshi political leader, but part of Miyoshi Gencho's territory in Awa was confiscated by the Hosokawa family. At that time, Hosokawa Harumoto was going to reward several Zhuangzi to Hosokawa Motonsune and Hosokawa Mototaka, but both of them wanted the richest Zhuangzi, and they immediately became unhappy.
Later, Hosokawa Motaka was in charge of Sanki and other places, and Hosokawa Motonsune was in charge of Izumi. The shipping in the Shikoku region and Konkyo region was controlled by the two, and they made a lot of money.
But who would care about the lack of money?
As a result, the two had a quarrel over shipping, commercial and other issues, and Hosokawa Harumoto tried his best to mediate between them. The two were worried about Hosokawa Harumoto's face and made peace on the surface, but secretly they often made things difficult for each other.
"With the help of Settsu, my lord can ask the Hatano family to come forward. As for Kyoto, I will nominate someone who can definitely solve the matter." Hosokawa Motaka said with a smile.
Hosokawa Harumoto quickly asked, "Who is it?"
"Miyoshi Sonjiro, son of Miyoshi Toumazenmori!"
"Sonjiro?" Hosokawa Harumoto touched his chin and said thoughtfully, "Sonjiro has just served in Yuan Dynasty not long ago. Can it really be done by relying on him?"
"My lord, I don't need to say much about the martial arts of the Miyoshi clan. You all know it very well. After Sunjiro Yuanfu, he also received the support of his family. I think that with the martial arts of the Miyoshi clan, I will be able to share my lord's worries."
Hosokawa Mochitaka's words were recognized by Hosokawa Harumoto. The Miyoshi family has always been the number one thug under the Hosokawa family. When Hosokawa Harumoto and Hosokawa Takakuni were fighting for power, Miyoshi Motonaga made great contributions.
It's a pity that the master of great achievements was killed by Hosokawa Harumoto.
"In that case, let's recruit Sunjiro to Luo, and leave this matter to San Qimou."
"I'm tired, let's end today's evaluation here." After saying that, Hosokawa Harumoto got up and went back to the backyard. Recently, a new side room was installed, and Hosokawa Harumoto was very busy.
After walking out of the hall, Hosokawa Mochitaka looked back and suddenly showed a strange smile.
...........
Shikoku, Awa Miyoshi County.
A young samurai with a delicate face was standing outside the imperial palace, watching the two naked samurai wrestling, while two maids were kneeling beside them, holding cattail leaf fans and fanning themselves majestically.
This person is none other than the head of Awa Miyoshi's family, Miyoshi Sunjiro Changqing.
"My lord, the Anzhai family has agreed to support our family. Although the Tokawa family has not yet given a clear reply, the adoption of Shiroden has been approved by the Tokawa family retainers."
"With the support of the Toga family and the Anzha family, the master's plan is about to come true!" Standing behind Miyoshi Nagaki is Miyoshi Yasunaga of the Miyoshi clan.
Miyoshi Yasunaga is the younger brother of Miyoshi Motonaga and the uncle of Miyoshi Nagakei. After Miyoshi Motocho's death, it was Miyoshi Yasunaga who withstood the pressure and went to Luo in person to reach a settlement with Hosokawa Harumoto, which allowed Miyoshi Nagakei to successfully succeed to the throne.
I also have great trust in Sanhao Kangchang and Sanhao Changqing.
In recent years, Mihao Changqing has been able to secure his position as family governor and integrate the internal affairs so quickly. It can be said that Mihao Kangchang is indispensable.
"Uncle, San Qishou's visit to the capital should be a major incident that broke out in Kyoto today. What does uncle think of this matter?"
"Hmph! The leader is suspicious by nature and cannot tolerate others. Otherwise, he only needs to recruit the soldiers of the Kyogoku family into Luo, and the siege of Kyoto will be lifted in an instant."
"Old brother... well, let's not mention it!" Thinking of the tragic death of Miyoshi Gencho, Miyoshi Yasucho felt very uncomfortable and stopped talking.
Miyoshi Changqing said expressionlessly, "Miyoshi Sect San is incompetent. He was domineering in this family before, but he only got the support of the leader."
"In the past two years, the Hosokawa family has been fighting for power within the family, and Miyoshi Sozo can't sit still anymore. He wants to fight for power with Ichikui, but it's a pity that he doesn't have the ability."
"While Miyoshi Zongsan is not in his territory, uncle can seize the time to cut off Miyoshi Zongsan's influence."
"Don't worry, my lord, I know what's going on."
After Miyoshi Motocho's death, although Hosokawa Harumoto and the Miyoshi family reconciled with the efforts of Miyoshi Yasunaga, Hosokawa Harumoto was not at ease with the Miyoshi family, so he placed a thorn in the Miyoshi family.
But Mr. Miyoshi is very ambitious. Seeing that the people who were with Hosokawa Harumoto are now very popular in Kyoto, how could he be willing to be a "monitor" in a poor place like Awa?
That's why Prime Minister Miyoshi took the initiative to ask for help this time, hoping to solve the problem of Ichikui and raise his head at Hosokawa's house. Unexpectedly, it backfired.
With Mayor Miyoshi gone, Miyoshi Changqing will naturally not miss this good opportunity.
"Speaking of the Kyogoku family, the name of Saburo Yasha is widely spread across the country. If I have the chance, I really want to see Kyogoku Sakyo enter the palace with my own eyes." Looking to the east, nothing could be seen except the endless sea.
"Uncle, tell me, how does my family compare with Kyogoku Sakyo-shin?"
"Sakyo Shin Kyogoku is indeed the most famous young samurai today, but I believe it won't be long before my lord's name will be resounding throughout the world." Miyoshi Yasunaga did not want to hurt Miyoshi Nagakei, so he had to reply.
"I hope so..."
As soon as he finished speaking, a man approached Miyoshi Nagaki and said, "My lord, Lord Hosokawa from Kyoto has sent someone here."
Hearing this, Mihao Changqing's eyes suddenly widened, and a light emerged.
The opportunity for Sanhaojia has come!
