Kyoto. loan
As the time comes to early April, Kyoto rarely gets sunny days.
After getting rid of the thick fog, what should have appeared before the eyes of the world was a luxurious palace, but in reality it was actually a pile of broken bricks and ruins.
Since the Onin Rebellion, the Kyoto area has suffered from wars all year round. Originally, after decades of tinkering, it was still barely habitable. However, the Hokke Rebellion that broke out a few years ago directly burned Kyoto to the ground. Except for the emperor's residence, which was still habitable, other areas were almost deserted.
Even the shogunate Ashikaga Yoshiharu had to temporarily stay in the home of an acquaintance.
"Seeing that my son is growing up day by day, it's a pity that I don't even have a place to live. I don't have a roof over my head. I am said to be a general, but I am not even as good as a prisoner!"
"well........"
Walking in the Sanjo family's courtyard, smelling the fragrance of flowers, Ashikaga Yoshiharu couldn't be happy no matter what. loan
Seeing that Ashikaga Yoshiharu in front of him was not in high spirits, Mibuchi Haru, who was accompanying him, quickly stepped forward to comfort him and said, "The shogunate's predicament is only temporary. When the Great Chef of Kyoto returns with his army, I believe he will be given to the general." A satisfactory explanation.”
"I heard that Kizawa Nagamasa is dead?"
"Yes! He died in the rebel army, and his head is already on the way to Kyoto. When it is delivered, I will personally bring it to the general for inspection."
"It's not a pity for a traitor to die!" Ashikaga Yoshiharu said angrily, "There's no need to give it away, it's just a bad mood."
As he said that, Ashikaga Yoshiharu turned his head and looked at the brand new porch, window and couch of the Sanjo family, and said with envy, "I heard that Saburo gave five thousand kan to the Sanjo family last year to repair the house. It's really beautiful."
"If I plan to rebuild the Imperial Palace, how much will it cost?"
Mibuchi Haru pondered for a moment and said, "If it is to be repaired at the original site of the imperial palace, 8,000 yuan should be enough without counting labor."
"Hmph! The original site has long been in dilapidated condition, so what's the use of repairing it?"
"I plan to build a new imperial palace in Kyoto, what do you think?"
After hearing what Ashikaga Yoshiharu said, not only Mibuchi Haru, but also other loyal ministers of the shogunate behind him were also stunned.
Is this such a hard life? ? ?
These guys have been following you around all these years, and they haven't even had a good day. All the imperial materials have been lost over the years, and the ministers don't even have enough salary. How can they still have the money to build the imperial palace for you?
Mibuchi Haru didn't speak, and the other ministers didn't dare to say anything. The atmosphere at the scene was a bit solemn.
Ashikaga Yoshiharu waited for a long time and saw no one spoke. When he looked at everyone's faces, he immediately said displeasedly, "As the shogun, I am controlled by others in everything."
"Forget it if giving orders doesn't work. Now that we don't even have a home, how can we build a royal palace even if it's difficult?"
"Even...even if it's a small one..." When he said this, Ashikaga Yoshiharu's eyes turned red and he was about to cry.
Just when everyone was at a loss, a loud noise came from outside the Sanjo house.
Immediately afterwards, a close man ran in from outside, "Sir General, the head of the Kyogoku family, Kyogoku Daifuden, led the army back to Kyoto and is asking for an audience outside the house."
"oh?"
"Hurry up and let Sanlang in...forget it, I will go to the front hall to greet you immediately!"
Ashikaga Yoshiharu couldn't help but be excited. After relying on so many famous names for so many years, only Kyogoku Takamasa was the best to him. Not to say that he was following his advice, but at least he was treating himself as a general. loan
Judging from the speed of mobilization of the Kizawa Nagamasa and the mobilization of the Kyogoku family, Ashikaga Yoshiharu has regarded Kyogoku Takamasa as "the biggest loyal minister of the shogunate".
Moreover, the current situation in Kyoto will inevitably require the help of the Kyogoku family in the future. Not to mention, the place where Ashikaga Yoshiharu and his party live now is his father-in-law, Kyoto Takamasa.
Not long after, Kyogoku Takamasa and Ashikaga Yoshiharu met in the front hall of Sanjo's house.
"Ha ha ha ha!"
"Saburo has indeed lived up to expectations. This time he defeated Kizawa's troops and restored the reputation of the shogunate, so that I will not be humiliated. I am truly worthy of being the pillar of the martial arts family!"
As soon as they met, Ashikaga Yoshiharu cordially pulled Kyogoku Takamasa to his side and praised him.
The high-ranking minister Kyogoku did not dare to be arrogant, and replied very humbly, "As ministers of the shogunate, the Kyogoku family should share the worries of the general. We do not dare to praise the general for matters within this scope." Loan
After listening to Kyogoku Takamasa's words, Ashikaga Yoshiharu became more and more satisfied. The little emotion in my heart also disappeared.
"My lord general, I have ordered you to prepare for the dinner. How about I stay with my lord general until he gets drunk today?"
"good!"
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In the evening, Sanjo Nori and Kyogoku Takahiro also returned home.
Most of the people attending the meeting were ministers from Kyoto who were familiar with the Sanjo family and Kyogoku family, as well as some retainers who followed Kyogoku Takamasa on the expedition. There were nearly a hundred people inside and outside.
Originally, Ashikaga Yoshiharu was happily talking to Kyogoku Takamasa, but as more and more people toasted, Ashikaga Yoshiharu soon became "embarrassed." loan
Kyogoku Takamasa also moved away and came to the backyard.
"Guard this place, no one is allowed to enter." Kyogoku Takamasa ordered Hatayama Chaobu beside him.
"ha!"
Stepping into the backyard, Kyogoku Takamasa went directly to Ashikaga Yoshiharu's residence.
As soon as he opened the door, he saw Ashikaga Yoshiharu's side room, Mrs. Amei, holding a two or three-year-old child.
Amei suddenly felt happy when she saw Kyogoku Takamasa, "Saburo... I've been waiting for you."
He was about to throw himself into Kyogoku Takamasa's arms, but when he turned around and saw the confused child, he quickly controlled his emotions. loan
"This is not the place to talk. How about moving to the side hall?"
"good."
Come out of the residence and turn around a corridor.
As soon as Kyogoku Takamasa opened the door to the side hall, Amei pounced on Kyogoku Takamasa from behind.
In an instant, there is dry wood and a raging fire, and a long drought is followed by sweet rain.
Afterwards, Kyogoku Takamasa half-armed Mrs. Amei, trimmed her temples and said, "I have been longing for each other for many days, and finally I can see her again."
"Sanlang, I can't wait any longer. I don't know when..."
"This matter is actually immature. After I led my army to Luo this time, the situation in Kyoto is still unclear."
"When everything is settled, I will definitely satisfy Madam."
"With Sanlang's words, I know this in my heart."
"There are too many people outside. It is inconvenient for me to stay away for too long during the banquet today. Amei, please go and rest. We have a long time to come."
"I understand"
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After coming out of the inner courtyard, Kyogoku Takamasa tidied his clothes and calmed down. loan
It seems that the plan can begin to be implemented.
Today's Muromachi shogunate is already in the sunset, and the authority of the shogunate and the general has disappeared. The Kyogoku family is now large enough to intervene in the shogunate. After being a little shrimp for so many years, it is time to open its fangs.
Originally Kyogoku Takamasa was prepared to support Ashikaga Yoshiharu, but he did not expect that he and Mrs. Mei would give birth to a son one night.
If something unexpected happens to Ashikaga Yoshiharu in Kyoto and his youngest son succeeds to the throne, and there is no one to support him, the shogunate may be in turmoil again.
Now in recent areas, Kizawa Nagamasa has been defeated, Hosokawa Harumoto has lost power, and the Miyoshi family has just emerged. The Hatakeyama family and the Kyogoku family have reached a cooperation. It can be said that the Kyogoku family is the only one.
At this time, it is the perfect time for the Kyogoku family to officially stand on the stage.
Kyogoku Takamasa already has a plan in mind! loan
