When Chang'an spoke of the true cause of the Edo riots, Masashiro's shoulders began to tremble violently, although his tense expression did not change. Pen & Fun & Pavilion www.biquge.info

"Father-in-law...... Do you know these things? ”

Masashige felt that his throat was dry and he could barely speak, so he subconsciously slid his throat a few times, trying to reduce his tension.

"Didn't you say it all, my intelligence gathering ability is not so bad. In addition, there are loyal neighbors in Edo Castle, so it is not difficult to get information. ”

Chang An sighed, then put the dark red wine saucer on the table beside him, and began to recount to Zhengzhong what he knew and what he said:

"You insiders can see it, right? Although the cause and development of this riot seem very normal, some unnatural things can be seen. Look, your shoulders are shaking like that, so you must have noticed it, right? ”

After seeing Zhengzhong's uneasy expression, Chang'an changed his sighing expression and laughed.

"But at the same time, it's also clear that although you ...... No, it should be said that the ninjas in charge of searching the stability were aware of it, but they could hardly find any clues. But do you think people like Shinnai Takasaka and Shoji Shinnai would easily let go of this opportunity to expand their power? ”

Chang'an's knowledge of intelligence made Zhengzhong bow his head.

Indeed, as Chang'an said, they also sensed that something was wrong behind the Edo riots, but they could not find anything useful to prove their ideas.

Taking advantage of the decline of the Iga Concentric Society and the urgent need for stability and security in Edo, Takasaka Shinnai and Shoji Shinnai also received the tacit approval to develop their own power, and now it is a period of fierce competition.

At such a good time, how could they pass up the opportunity to take the place of the Iga Harmony Society?

"Those two are both seasoned ninjas, but they don't have the same patience as young people like you. If my intellect is correct, all of those guys are in their forties and fifties. It's so unbearable. ”

Chang'an teased them for their patience while educating Zhengzhong.

"In order to get conclusive evidence of the conspiracy theory of the Edo riots, they are now said to be in a hurry like ants climbing into a hot pot. Especially the good Takasaka Shinnai, it is estimated that he may even use some less glorious means to do things. ”

Takasaka Shinnai is famous for his good deeds. In this case, it is impossible for him not to make a move.

"Remember, my son-in-law, that you must not be too hasty. Let them compete well in Edo Castle. But according to my experience as an old fellow who has lived for more than sixty years, if I am too eager, something will happen, and it is very likely that I will bite back because of the "evidence" they are looking for. ”

In short, Chang'an just wants to tell his son-in-law that now the ninja forces in Edo City are chaotic and the competition is fierce, and everyone is trying to find a way to find out the truth behind the Edo riots.

But since there is no trace of it until now, it is obvious that the other party is not an easy opponent to deal with. So, instead of being mixed up in that chaotic competitive environment, it is very likely that you will drag yourself into the water in the end.

What's more, the Iga Kojokai was later identified by many as the culprit for the riots, and in some places was not even welcomed.

In this case, it is better to get out of it for a while, step aside, watch the secret competition between other forces with a cold eye, and then take advantage of the opportunity to enter when there is a chance.

If there is a force that causes trouble because of this, you don't have to worry about it at all, and maybe you can take advantage of the chaos to take credit and protect the stability of your own power.

Moreover, even if Hattori Masashige, as the leader, left Edo and was in Sado, it did not mean that the other sub-leaders of the Iga Kinjokai could not replace Masaki to integrate and restore the power of the Kinkokai.

Therefore, temporarily stepping aside and sitting on the mountain to watch the tiger fight is the best choice for the Iga Concentric Society, which has now weakened to the point where its strength is not as strong as before.

"Zhengzhong, do you know the two sayings 'the praying mantis catches the cicada, the yellow finch follows' and 'the sandpiper and the clam fight, and the fisherman profits'?"

"Well, I know...... It came from the Ming Kingdom. ”

Although Zhengzhong does not have too high cultural accomplishment, he still knows these two sentences.

"You must be a yellow finch and a fisherman, but not a praying mantis or a sandpiper clam , my son-in-law."

Chang'an changed his sitting position to a comfortable side-lying position.

"When these 'praying mantises' are chasing the 'cicadas', you have to become the 'yellow finch' and watch silently from behind. When these 'sandpiper mussels' compete with each other, you, the 'fisherman', can make a timely move. In short, I just want to tell you that it is best to wait and watch now. ”

Chang'an is worthy of being a business veteran who has lived for more than 60 years, and he is a lively old fox in this regard.

When Zhengzhong, a son-in-law with good qualifications and prospects, is in trouble, he will naturally come out at the right time to give him some advice. That's why he came to Sado.

After listening to his father-in-law's analysis of the situation, Zhengzhong's tense face began to turn red, and his head lowered more and more.

"It's really my father-in-law. Listening to my father-in-law's words today, Zhengzhong is really far from mature and impatient enough. ”

Masashige is a very serious person. The words he uttered came from the heart.

If he can say this, it means that he is really ashamed of himself and expresses his willingness to listen to Chang'an's teachings.

"Then Masashige will listen to his father-in-law's advice and arrangement, and serve well in Sado. I will keep in mind my father-in-law's teachings on patience. ”

"Mmmm, it's my favorite son-in-law. It's really sensible. ”

Chang An pinched the white beard that grew at the corner of his fat mouth, and smiled a little smugly,

"Come on, come on, have a few drinks with my old man!"

He picked up the bottle next to him, filled the heavy saucer, and patted him on the shoulder with a smile on his face.

After drinking with his father-in-law for a while, he remembered something he still wanted to ask, so he raised his head and wanted to ask, but he hesitated with some scruples and couldn't speak.

"What's wrong? Is there anything else you want to tell me? ”

Chang'an noticed his son-in-law's hesitation, so he asked him first.

"Yes...... Actually, I want to ask my father-in-law one more thing. ”

Zheng nodded cautiously, then looked up and asked:

"Excuse me...... How is my elder brother doing now? ”