Matsugami Castle Tower.

Matsugami Yoshimitsu handed Matsugami Yoshiyuki's warrant to Yoshiyuki to his left and said. "Nagamasa, this is a warrant that Matsugami Yoshiyuki asked Guan Jiu to hand over to the main hall, you and other retainers should pass it on to each other."

"Haha." Yoshiki Nagamasa respectfully accepted the warrant handed over by Matsugami Yoshimitsu with both hands.

Originally, Yoshiki Nagamasa was very happy that he could be the first to pass on Matsugami Yoshiyuki's warrant, but as soon as he opened the warrant and looked at it, his face changed greatly, and then he scolded very angrily. "How can it be reasonable, Matsugami Yixing Lao Er dares to despise the lord so much."

The other retainers, except for Saigo Kanhisa, who had already known about it, saw that Ryoki Nagamasa reacted so violently, and they all looked at him curiously. Yoshiki Nagamasa saw that his colleagues all looked at him, didn't say a word, and handed the warrant to the others to pass it on.

The retainers of Matsumoto Castle quickly read the warrant, and after reading it, they were either angry or worried, and they were worried about the way out of Matsumoto Castle. The retainers didn't dare to say anything for a while because they didn't know what Matsugami Yoshimitsu was thinking, and Matsugami Yoshimitsu didn't know what to think anymore and didn't say a word, and suddenly Matsumoto Castle fell into silence.

About a quarter of an hour later, just when some of the retainers couldn't help but want to say something, Matsugami Yoshimitsu said slowly. "You already know the requirements in Matsukami's warrant. This matter is related to the rise and fall of Matsumoto Castle, and the main hall is holding an assessment today to hear what you have to say about this matter. You don't have to scruple to speak your mind. ”

In fact, Matsugami Yoshimitsu had already made a decision yesterday about Matsukami's warrant. However, this matter is a matter of survival for the entire Matsumoto Castle, and even if Matsugami Yoshimitsu is pretending, he must listen to the opinions of his retainers on this matter. Otherwise, it is very likely to incur the dissatisfaction of the retainers, which the current Matsugami Yoshimitsu cannot afford.

Sure enough, the retainers were all excited when they heard Matsugami Yoshimitsu ask their opinions. Among the retainers, it was Yoshiki Nagamasa's most impatient personality, and he couldn't help but say something, but at this time, seeing Matsugami Yoshimitsu inquiring, he hurriedly stood up and said. "Lord, other requests are fine, but the lord can't agree to this halving of troops. Such a good opportunity for meritorious service cannot be easily missed. ”

Ryoki Ippei has always had the best relationship with Ryoki Nagamasa, and at this time, he quickly stood up to support him when he saw Ryoki Nagamasa's speech, but Ryoki Ippei's statement is obviously more convincing than Ryoki Nagamasa. "My lord, Matsugami Yoshiyuki has always been eyeing us at Matsumoto Castle, but it is because of the lord's outstanding military exploits and no big mistake that he has never dared to do anything to us. But if the lord has not been able to establish new feats, over time, I am afraid that Matsugami Yoshiyuki, the old thief, will find an excuse to do something against Matsugami Castle. At that time, the merits of the lord will not be obvious, and Matsugami will definitely have no scruples. Lord, you must not let go of the matter of sending troops. ”

The rest of the retainers also spoke out in support of the remarks of Yoshiki Nagamasa and Yoshiki Kazuhei. Matsugami Yoshimitsu was expected of the reaction of his retainers, after all, in the Warring States period, military exploits were the only way for a samurai to gain fame. Even the most timid samurai had the determination to fight in battle.

However, Matsugami Yoshimitsu knew that Matsugami Yoshiyuki would never agree to his conditions, so in order to calm down his retainers, Matsugami Yoshimitsu secretly gave Saigo a look for a long time. This is what Matsugami Yoshimitsu discussed with Saigo Kanhisa yesterday, after all, there are some things that he, the lord, can't do.

Saigo Kanhisa, who had been silent before, got Matsugami Yoshimitsu's instructions and quickly stood up and said. "Everyone, please listen to the next word."

Saigo Guanjiu was prestigious, and the retainers quieted down when they saw that he had something to say.

Saigo Kanjiu then continued. "Ladies and gentlemen, you also know the importance of meritorious service. However, if you think about it, with the mind of the one in the upper castle of Song, will he agree to the request of the lord? If the lord rashly asked to change the amount of troops to be contributed, he would inevitably be refused, and even Matsugami Yoshiyuki might use this as an excuse to punish the lord. Although the advice of the two Rakaki-sama made sense, it didn't work with Matsugami Yoshiyuki. ”

"Damn, it's better for us to be so humiliated by the group of people in Songshang City." After hearing that Saigo Kanhisa had picked up the current situation in Matsumoto Castle, Yoshiki Nagamasa suddenly became angry.

"Ryoki-sama is right, it's the other way around."

"If there is no master, where will he be ...... today?"

"It's better to do the opposite, otherwise Matsumoto Castle will be swallowed by Yoshiki Nagamasa sooner or later." ......

The retainers of Matsumoto Castle were already dissatisfied with Matsugami's Yoshiyuki, and at this time they all came out to support Yoshiki Nagamasa's proposal.

Seeing this, Saigo Kanjiu hurriedly said. "Lord Nagamasa, you must know that Mrs. Nana is a hostage in Matsugami Castle. What's more, she is still pregnant with the heir of the lord, what if we break with Matsugami Castle, Mrs. Nana? ”

"This, this ......" Originally saw so many retainers supporting him, he was a little proud of Yoshiki Nagamasa, and when he heard Saigo Kanhisa mention Mrs. Nana, he was immediately at a loss.

"Indeed, Mrs. Nana is also a problem." The retainers, who were originally excited, suddenly fell silent.

In this troubled world, they can not care about Mrs. Nana's life, but Mrs. Nana is now pregnant with the heir of the lord. And the lord has not had an heir so far, so it is too important for Mrs. Nana, who is so pregnant.

Matsugami Yoshimitsu took the opportunity to say at this time. "Ladies and gentlemen, the main hall has decided to act in full compliance with the requirements of the Matsugami Yoshiyuki warrant. Don't argue about this anymore. ”

"Haha." Even if there is no one who dares to be a retainer, no one opposes it, otherwise would the lord give up Mrs. Nana, who is pregnant with an heir?

Soon, the retainers of Matsumoto Castle were prepared according to Matsugami Yoshiyuki's warrant under the arrangement of the old Saigo Kanhisa. ......

Two days later, Matsugami Yoshiyuki and his sister-in-law Matsugami Yoshinobu rushed to Matsumoto Castle with 80 ashigaru, and Matsugami Yoshimitsu gave up his residence in the castle tower in order to show respect for Matsugami Yoshiyuki.

Matsumoto Castle Castle Tower.

After Matsugami Yoshiyuki entered the castle tower, he half-truthfully praised Matsugami Yoshimitsu, who was with him. "Yoshimitsu, this city of yours is really a good city."

"Where, where, thank you for your appreciation." Matsugami responded modestly.

"Oh, by the way, Yoshimitsu, what do you think of the order in the warrant of the main hall. If you have any difficulties, speak up. Matsugami Yoshiyuki turned to ask Matsugami what he thought about his warrant.

Matsugami Yoshimitsu knew that Matsugami Yoshiyuki was testing whether he had resentment, and hurriedly said cautiously. "No matter how difficult it is to complete the orders of the lord, I will do my best, not to mention that the lord has reduced half of the military service of Matsumoto Castle in order to reduce the burden on him."

"Is that true?" Matsugami Yoshiyuki suddenly asked solemnly.

"There is no lie." Matsugami Yoshimitsu replied loudly unmoved.

Matsugami Yoshiyuki looked at Matsugami and stopped talking, and after a while he said with a smile. "Well, Yoshimitsu is indeed a loyal and brave man. Hahahaha. ”

"Hahahaha." Matsugami Yoshimitsu secretly breathed a sigh of relief knowing that he had avoided the one in front of him, and after being stunned for a while, he also laughed out loud. ......