After a long time, Hirate Hoshu seemed to have just taken his nerve out of the fugue, nodded casually, and said as if relaxed: "Yahachiro (Honda Masanobu) is right, it can be said that he is thorough, and he has considered different ways to deal with things, which is very good, and he deserves to be the most resourceful person among my retainers." ”

When this evaluation was made, the person concerned was still calm, but the faces of one or two people changed significantly.

However, Hite's eyes don't squint, and he doesn't seem to see it at all. He paused, as if thinking about the wording, and suddenly smiled again: "And then there is a very inappropriate place in what everyone said. ”

As soon as these words came out, Kawada Nagakin, Iwanari Tomotsu, and even Honda Masanobu were all slightly surprised, while Nakamura Kazuji, Kato Kyoaki, and Baixiang Jiajia were quite dazed, and only Keiji was thoughtful.

However, the most prominent one was Asano Nagayoshi, who had just arrived at the front line with the convoy, and he had an expression of "I don't understand at all, but I don't feel ashamed at all, but I am very proud".

Thankfully, no one was going to take him seriously.

Then Pingshou Tsunoshu didn't play tricks, but stretched out his fingers, knocked on the table hard, and at the same time straightened his waist, sat up straight, and raised his voice: "Everyone, what is it that we have traveled thousands of miles from Izumi to Kyoto and here, and have spent countless energy, money and food, and sacrificed many people? Was it to get land, gold, silver, or other rewards from Oda and Tokugawa? I'm afraid they can't give this even if they want to! ”

"Aha......" At this time, Keiji suddenly laughed twice, and half-jokingly replied tentatively: "Of course, it is for the righteousness of the world!" Takeda Daizen raised the banner of his predecessor Guan Bai, who had been deposed by the imperial court, and used an unidentified widow to challenge the status of the current public party, which is a great and heinous move! In order to crusade against this kind of behavior, it is our duty as samurai to completely put our fame and profit out of the way! ”

The words were very righteous and awe-inspiring, but he kept squeezing his eyebrows, and his expression was full of exaggeration and irony.

However, Pingshou Fan Xiu didn't hear it, and when he opened his eyes, he ignored these incongruous episodes, and nodded heavily: "Very good!" Keiji is very good! As an uncle, I am very relieved to see that you finally know the righteousness today. ”

Then, regardless of the reaction of the ministers, he raised his voice again and said solemnly: "Now that Lord Tokugawa of Hamamatsu Castle is facing a very dangerous situation, you have persuaded me to stop? This is absolutely impossible! Otherwise, we will be questioned in the future, and how can we continue to convince the people of Tokaido that we are here for the sake of righteousness? ”

“…… The lord was far-sighted, and his subordinates were taught. To rescue Hamamatsu Castle, of course, it is imperative. However......" Kawada couldn't help but say, "Since the situation is very tense, how to rescue is a question worth considering." ”

"Kawada Temple...... According to the old man, the matter of military law in the military formation can be left aside for the time being, but ......" Iwanari Yutsu took over the conversation, "First of all, I must show the outside world my family's uncompromising fighting spirit, especially to Takeda and Tokugawa to show ......"

"Hmm...... Of course, we must be cautious and cautious in the strategy of using troops, just in case, no matter how careful we are, we can't be too careful. Hiteshu squinted his eyes and nodded slightly, "But the attitude of marching into the army to rescue Hamamatsu City is unquestionable." ”

Speaking of this, Hishote Hideyi was thinking again, Honda Masanobu nodded quietly with a natural expression, and the rest of the people gradually understood.

Of course, new doubts arise – although most people don't.

The reckless worship of the hometown Jiajia opened his mouth directly, and asked suspiciously: "Lord! How can you be cautious and at the same time show a steadfast attitude? Please forgive the villain for being stupid, I really don't understand how to command......"

Unsurprised, Hirate Hatsuhide smiled and replied in an irrefutable tone, "From tomorrow afternoon, my horse seal and military banner will move towards the direction of Hamamatsu Castle to the east, and I will never take a step back until the situation in Enoe is stabilized." Words are all pale and weak, and actions are the best proof of this. ”

“…… Huh......" Several retainers let out a low exclamation, but they didn't dare to raise their heads to speak.

But the tie was still not seen, waved the folding fan in his hand, and began to officially arrange the task:

"Shinkuro (Kawada Nagakin), the task of negotiating with Okazaki Castle is entrusted to you. Make sure to convince Tokugawa Nobuyasu that in the event of a change, I will fully support him in succeeding to the position of head of the Tokugawa family. Don't start with Nobuyasu himself, start with his cronies, such as Ishikawa Shumasa, Hiraiwa Qinyoshi, etc. There is also a perhaps more influential one is his mother's mountain temple...... Of course, it may not be easy to meet her, I will let Master Tiger Ya Zongyi assist you, Rinzai Zong still has some cards in Sanhe. ”

"Yes!"

Kawada Naga cleanly bowed down to receive the order.

Judging from his experience in Shikoku over the past year, he is good at dealing with complex interpersonal problems, and he is probably competent to deal with this kind of situation.

Hirate Honshu nodded lightly, and then gave the order: "Yabei (Asano Nagayoshi), you go and contact Oda and Tokugawa, and ask them to coordinate and help persuade Kariya Castle to surrender." You have to give them a hint that 'Nobugen Mizuno can be forgiven', but you can't have any documentary proof, understand? Just like dealing with the merchants of Izumi, play with the art of wordplay. ”

"Oh...... The subordinates understood. Rest assured. ”

Asano Nagayoshi understood.

For a long time, he was mainly in charge of the trade operations of Kishiwada Castle Town, and there were many opportunities to deal with profiteers, and with this clever nature, he should have learned a lot of crooked tricks.

Then he pointed to Iwasari Yutong: "Tomorrow at noon, the whole army will march east, please pass the order tonight and arrange the marching order." In addition, select 1,000 people who dare to die from each reserve and hand them over to Kinoshita Hidenaga, and I will explain the detailed tasks to him separately. ”

"Yes!"

Iwanari Yutong didn't understand a little, but he wisely didn't talk much.

He guessed that the lord would not simply send people to harass the enemy's rear as Honda Masatin said, and there must be more clever changes in it.

That's not wrong.

Then it was the next one.

"Keiji! Hurry up and take inventory of the 'special cargo' that we are shipping one after another! Tomorrow morning, it will be distributed as previously agreed. Don't have a bad pool! ”

“…… What's coming ...... Ah, remember...... No, I really didn't forget, just kidding......"

Tieshou Xiuyi pretended to be very arrogant and derelict in his duties, but after being stared at, he bowed his head very weakly and defended.

Hearing that there was new equipment to be distributed to the armies, Kato Kyoaki was a little curious, but when he turned his head, he saw that Bai Xiang Jiajia seemed to know that there was no difference, and he suddenly felt a little sour.

On the other hand, another powerful general, Xiangxi Changxin, who knew that his deeds were as high as 5,000 stones, understood his status very well, and was careful not to show any emotions.

Hijo Hijo was quiet for a while, then looked back at Honda Masanobu and praised: "Yahachiro, you are indeed extraordinary, some of the three ideas I came up with, but you also provided new angles, and some I didn't expect at all." I thought about it for a while, and I felt that all three ideas could be used. But...... Although I want to be recognized, I have to instruct you with an exceptionally difficult task first. ”

"Therefore, what you want, the subordinates are willing to do it." Honda Masanobu bowed down very calmly.

He habitually ignored the complicated stares of his colleagues.

"Then just- excuse me to make a trip to Hokuriku." Tieshou Tsutsu subconsciously looked sideways to the north.

"Hokuriku? Uesugi ? Honda Masanobu showed surprise for the first time today, "Uesugi Danmasa seems to be fighting with Ichijo Sect for the fertile land of Echichu, even if you want to contact him to flank Takeda, I'm afraid it's ......"

"That's right, Takeda Daizen used the Ichijo Sect to contain Uesugi in Vietnam." There was a hint of fierceness in Hiratsu's eyes, "Not only that, but I also repeatedly bribed the side monks in Ishiyama Honganji Temple, and said some rumors that were unfavorable to me, and even the Venerable Master couldn't suppress them all." I also learned this only after I received the letter. So, since that's all the way, I can't be indifferent if I don't come and go, right? ”

"What should the subordinate do?" Honda Masanobu was smart not to ask for the details of the above incident, but to focus on his own errand first.

"Mediate in the middle, so that Hokuriku Ichizong and the Uesugi family can make peace!"

As soon as these words came out, Honda Masanobu was even more surprised, and subconsciously felt that the task was almost impossible to complete.

The battle for turf is not caused by a misunderstanding, how can this be mediated? Could it be that the Ichikokai agreed to cede Echichu to Uesugi? Or conversely, Uesugi is willing to cede Echichu to Ichimune?

But he still hung his head and said "Yes." ”

There is not the slightest complaint.

On the contrary, it was other colleagues, some gloating, some frowning and displeased.

Seeing the draw, he laughed and added, "Don't panic, don't think the task is difficult!" You first hurry to Kyoto, turn around Honganji Temple's Shimoma Yorijun-sama, and then go to Hokuriku! Those disciples of the sect who have gained a firm foothold in Yuezhong naturally have no reason to give up their industry, but Shishan's Venerable Master is the master who is in charge of the overall situation, and will not insist too much on the benefits of these sizes. As long as the disciples of Kaga and Noto obey the order, take into account the overall situation, and only rely on Echichu, there is no doubt that they are not the opponents of Uesugi Danmasa. So, do you understand? ”

Of course, I can't help but understand.

Honda Masatin couldn't help but say to himself: "Outsiders think that the Ichizong is united, but who knows that there are also complex internal relationships. Enough room for my family to make a profit. ”

Hijo asked, "You're not an outsider, haven't you forgotten that you're a believer?" ”

Honda Masanshin replied: "After following the lord for a long time, I have been exposed to it and seen it, and when I see the wisdom and wisdom of the people, I gradually do not remember which sect and which sect I believed. ”

The monarch and the minister looked at each other and smiled, all without saying a word.