One autumn rain and another cold, in the pattering autumn rain, the eleventh year of Eiroku gradually came to an end. At the end of autumn, the temperature dropped sharply and the chill became stronger. Gifu City welcomed a group of guests from Kyoto. Ashikaga Yoshiaki, the second shogunate,
The appointed special envoy was Mitsuhide Akechi, a samurai from the Mino Kingdom.
At this moment, the solemn and spacious rooms of Gifu City were decorated with lights and festoons. Oda Nobunaga personally hosted a banquet in honor of the special envoy of the shogunate, Akechi Mitsuhide. At the banquet, they drank wine and chatted in a happy atmosphere. Oda Nobunaga and Akechi Mitsuhide had a relaxed conversation, talking about Kyoto.
Oda Nobunaga's eyes shone with intoxication as he heard about the customs and customs of Nanman missionaries and many new things overseas.
After drinking, the restraint disappeared, and Oda Nobunaga laughed and said: "Akechi Hinata Mamoru is also a samurai from Mino. He must have had a hard time living abroad for many years! I must walk more when I return to my hometown this time.
Look, the changes in Meinong over the years are amazing!”
"Yes! I have heard for a long time that Shangjuejie Hall has excellent political methods, and I will definitely study hard this time!" Akechi Mitsuhide said with a warm smile: "Since the death of Daosan Hall in the second year of Hongzhi, I have been away from home for more than ten years.
Years have passed, and I never thought I would have the opportunity to return to my hometown! Just when I first arrived in Inoguchi Town, I could already feel the strong commercial atmosphere, which seemed to be similar to other towns in the Kinai."
"Haha... Hinata has done a good job. Mino Country under my family has indeed made great progress compared to a few years ago, but there is still a big gap compared to Kinai. The Rakuzuo Order was first implemented not long ago, and it will surely be more prosperous in the future.
Yes!" Oda Nobunaga was very happy. He liked this kind of knowledgeable samurai the most, especially samurai who were both civil and military. Akechi Mitsuhide happened to be involved in both. It was rare to meet such an excellent samurai. His mood was naturally much more comfortable.
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Niwa Nagahide said: "I heard that Akechi Hinata Shoden is related to the late Dosanden! In that case, he should also be related to Mrs. Nohime, right?"
Akechi Mitsuhide said awkwardly: "It's true. My aunt, Mrs. Omi, is the principal wife of Daosan Palace. I happen to be Mrs. Nohime's step-brother. Although she is called step-brother, I haven't seen her for twenty years. In Xiadu
I have forgotten what Mrs. Nohime looks like."
"So I'm not an outsider in the Hyuga Shrine! I, Owari, and the samurai of Mino are as close as one family, don't you think so? Hahaha..." Shibata Katsuie's loud voice shouted, and the whole room was filled with laughter.
The news was clear, and the samurai from Mino, such as Mori Katsunari, Hachiya Yorotaka, etc., all smiled. Oda Nobunaga was also very happy and praised Gonoku's progress.
Now that he knew that the two parties still had this level of kinship, the conversation between the two parties unknowingly drew closer and closer. Oda Nobunaga asked seemingly unintentionally: "I heard that when the shogunate was at its peak, there were tens of thousands of tigers under his command.
As the public leader of the shogunate, Noden must lead many shogunate samurai under his command, right?"
Mitsuhide Akechi didn't seem to hear his off-screen voice. He drank a glass of sake and said proudly: "In the past, there were tens of thousands of troops stationed in Yamashiro Kingdom. However, in recent years, the Miyoshi family has risen and the shogunate has declined. The number of soldiers has been reduced to only more than 3,000.
Although there are few people, it does not affect my ability to lead the troops to defeat the three good armies in two formations and seize more than a thousand heads."
Oda Nobunaga nodded. He pondered for a moment and then asked: "Hyuuga Shoden is a famous general in the world. He worked tirelessly to rescue His Highness Kōkata. It is very hard. Speaking of the whole story of the Eiroku Great Rebellion, I will wait for you.
I am ignorant and ignorant, so I ask Hinata to tell you the truth."
Akechi Mitsuhide's expression changed, and then he said slowly: "The death of General Eiroku Daisuri is full of mysteries. There are various opinions and there are no definite conclusions. I don't know exactly what happened. Before noon, I suddenly received a report from Nijo Imperial Palace.
After hearing the news of the siege by the army, I left Cisho Temple with three thousand troops to rush to the Nijo Imperial Palace, but I didn't want to run into the three good troops rushing out of Xiangguo Temple on the way. I was worried that it would tie up Xiangguo Temple and damage the shogunate, so I didn't dare to take action.
Coincidentally, the three good troops did not seem to be interested in fighting, and after holding on for an hour, they led their troops to retreat south."
"Why did the Miyoshi family send troops to besiege Nijo Imperial Palace?"
"As far as I know, the Miyoshi family held His Highness Gongfang in their hands at that time, and the Guangyuan Palace must have been helpless!" Akechi Mitsuhide's eyes moved, and he said secretly: "It can't be summed up in just two words: helplessness... it should be despair!
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Oda Nobunaga knew very well that the Prince Mitsuhide Akechi was referring to was Ashikaga Yoshiaki. He furrowed his brows and stroked his beard and said: "So that's it! He was indeed kidnapping His Highness Komikata in an attempt to support him, but Kogeninden would rather die than surrender.
Were they killed in the Nijo Imperial Palace? The Miyoshi family is really audacious. They regard the majesty and laws of our samurai family as nothing. It is simply unreasonable for the heroes of the Kinai to tolerate such tyrannical beasts!"
Akechi Mitsuhide didn't believe the righteous words he said at all, and secretly laughed and said: "I wonder what Wu Wei Gong Siha-den would think when he heard Oda Nobunaga's words. A rebellious traitor who has risen up to protect the Dai family's retainers.
It is really ridiculous that the villain who exiled my lord can say such high-sounding words."
The secret thoughts in my heart were hidden, and the smile on my face remained unchanged as I continued: "I then led my army into Kyoto, defeated two formations of the Sanyoshi Army, and was surrounded by the Sanyoshi Army from all directions. I only had time to rescue the Odaisho Palace and hurriedly retreated. Thanks to
The Sanhao family formed a chaotic formation and couldn't catch up, so I took the opportunity to escape."
Oda Nobunaga turned sideways and stared at Akechi Mitsuhide's expression, and asked strangely: "I'm still surprised that I haven't heard that Godaisho appeared at the funeral of Guangyuanden. I thought that Godaisho was being held by the Miyoshi family, but it turned out that it was held by the Miyoshi family.
Hinata Shoden was rescued. I wonder if Godaishoden is now in Odani Castle. Why didn't I hear that Godaishoden appeared at the funeral in Kyoto? Could something happen to Godaishoden again?"
Akechi Mitsuhide gave a bitter smile and sighed: "It's not that I don't want to attend the funeral, it's just that the Kyoto controlled by the Miyoshi family is too dangerous. I rescued Odaishoden and fled at night, but a storm ensued before I was able to successfully lead the army to withdraw from Kyoto.
Initially, I was preparing to place the Godaisho-den in Yajima Gosho, and because there were many things to deal with in Kyoto, I sent the Godaisho-den to Sakamoto Castle before leaving, and planned to invite the shogun back after he ascended the throne."
"Then where are the people in Odaishoden now?"
"This minister doesn't know..."
Oda Nobunaga secretly shook his head, thinking that you could send such an important person to Sakamoto. It was either because he was dizzy or because he couldn't think of a better reason. But on the other hand, it was indeed quite difficult to handle. More than three thousand people.
A group of people escorted a woman to escape overnight. She also took two children and several maids with her. This combination must be equipped with a spacious and comfortable carriage, and all kinds of luxurious daily necessities. These requirements are not met by Akechi Mitsuhide.
What a general can satisfy when fighting a war.
Akechi Mitsuhide said with a look of shame: "It is not appropriate to send Godaisho-dono anywhere, and the situation at that time did not allow me to think too much. After much deliberation, I decided to send His Majesty Godaisho-dono to Sakamoto for resettlement. Looking back now, it turned out to be a mistake.
, it might be a better choice to send the Odaishoden to Gifu Castle."
"What Hinata Shoden said is indeed reasonable. If it were sent to Gifu City, I would definitely treat it as a distinguished guest, but it's a pity that it was sent to Sakamoto." Oda Nobunaga sighed for a moment, and then said: "Don't mention those, still
Can you tell me about the mission of Hinata's guardianship here? I heard that His Highness Kōkata is staying in Otani Castle, but I don't know what is going on with His Highness Kōkō?"
When it comes to the main topic, we can’t be so unruly. Niwa Nagahide waved his hand to dismiss the dancers. The pleasant atmosphere of drinking and chatting at the banquet immediately changed. Akechi Mitsuhide coughed and said seriously: "It’s not good! Your Highness, Mr. Kokata, successively
Summoned the Rokkaku Kyōshōden, Asai Bizenden, Asakura Kingoden, and Takeda Jibuden. I was not very satisfied with the performance of these highnesses. I heard that there was a heroic figure in Tokaido. So I appointed them to Gifu Castle.
, I hope that Shangsuijie Hall can do its part for His Highness Gongfang and the shogunate."
Niwa Nagahide said: "In this way, it is indeed not easy for His Highness Kōkata to escape from the hands of the Miyoshi family. The several Kinai daimyo may be weak in strength, and it is understandable that they have more than enough ambition but not enough power."
"I, Hengxing, thought that it was not because they were mentally and physically weak, but because they must not want to offend the Miyoshi family! As expected, His Highness supported the establishment of the government and the Oda family had to come!" Ikeda Hengxing chuckled, and the samurai present showed their deepest thoughts.
However, going to Luo is the ultimate dream of every samurai family. Even if they don't know the significance of going to Luo, it does not affect their mentality of going to Kyoto to see the world and show off the bravery of rural samurai.
Oda Nobunaga has an ambition buried in his heart that is unwilling to be lonely. He has lost his way since the pacification of Ise Kingdom. The peaceful life in the past few years is intolerable to him. Fortunately, the Eiroku Rebellion that broke out at this moment gave him a huge
Given the opportunity, Oda Nobunaga could hardly help but jump up, pack his bags and go to Luo to attack Miyoshi's rebellious ministers.
Oda Nobunaga stood up and shouted: "Gentlemen! The Miyoshi family is working as an accomplice to wreak havoc in the territory, causing the tragedy of the destruction of the Nijo Imperial Palace. As a result, the whole world was in an uproar in Kyoto. His Highness Kōkōta was kidnapped by the villain and suffered unspeakably. This is me
It is a great opportunity for the Oda family to take advantage of the situation and raise troops to march westward to sweep away the evildoers! I, Nobunaga, am willing to serve the shogunate and His Highness Kōkata to the death! Gentlemen, please lend me your strength!"
The ministers bowed their heads and their morale was high. Akechi Mitsuhide smiled and nodded in praise, but Takigawa Kazumasu bowed with support and said worriedly: "But Okazaki Castle is being surrounded by the Takeda army. What should we do? The Takeda family general
However, Takeda Nomashiden and Mikawa Senten have sent several urgent requests for reinforcements, urging reinforcements. Shouldn’t we first resolve the finishing touches in the direction of Mikawa and then go to Luo.”
Oda Nobunaga suddenly stood up and shouted: "Hikoemon!"
Takigawa Yiyi hurriedly leaned over and said: "I'm here!"
Oda Nobunaga called for a pen, took out pen, ink, paper and inkstone and scribbled down more than a hundred words, signed his exclusive Tenkabubu Seal, stuffed it into a scroll, applied fire lacquer, and threw it to him, saying: "You bring this to me
I have written a handwritten letter to go to the Takeda Army camp outside Okazaki Castle to meet with Takeda Norimu. No matter what method you use, you must convince the Takeda family to stop their troops and make a truce. I leave this matter to you!"
Takigawa Kazuyoshi's face turned pale and he said in a low voice: "I will obey the order."
Kinoshita Hideyoshi suddenly emerged from the corner and said: "I am willing to go with Takikawa-don. I am confident that I can persuade the Takeda family to withdraw their troops."
"Oh? So it's you bald rat..." Oda Nobunaga pondered for a moment, looked at him deeply and said, "Go if you want to! Remember, this operation can only succeed and cannot fail."
Akechi Mitsuhide touched his palms and sighed: "The powerful warriors under the Suijie Palace are as powerful as the crucian carp crossing the river. I really admire you!"
"Hyuuga Shoden is ridiculous." Oda Nobunaga shook his head and looked to the southeast, and said proudly: "The Takeda family is a troublesome opponent. I hope that this time the Takeda Daisen doctor can retreat despite the difficulties!"
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A long and cold winter has quietly descended on the earth. Unlike the situation in Echigo where there is a lot of snowfall every winter, in Kanto every winter is the dry season. During this period, farmers are idle at home and have nothing to do. They will be summoned by the priests to serve. Although
It's not as cost-effective as paying back wages in previous years, but farmers are still quite happy to earn a ration for free.
The days are getting better and better, and I am no longer as worried as in previous years. I am always worried that a big plague will happen in a bad year, and the elderly and children will die in great numbers. When the lords go to war and force them to fight, those days will be
The only option is really to escape from famine, but that is not the case now. Military service is basically not allocated to farmers.
When lords from all over the country draw dice, they will give priority to the old underground family in the village. This is a special requirement for the earth servant class. If you have land assets, you must bear the obligation to recruit at any time. If you don't recruit in peacetime, it is the kindness of the general's palace. In wartime, it is necessary
It is your duty to serve in the military. Secondly, you choose the Tongxin people who are responsible for the self-defense and protection of the village. When the Tongxin people are short of manpower, they will select the best farmers to serve in the military, so that the farming season can be guaranteed.
The peasants don't like to go to Tongxinzhong, thinking that it is a place where those scoundrels who are lazy and idle are willing to stay. It is also a good thing for the officers and soldiers to capture these scoundrels and serve as soldiers. This saves them from wandering around with guns and annoying people.
It's disgusting. If any child has the ability, he will be directly selected to become a warrior in the Kanto Shogun's Palace. Even if he doesn't become a samurai master and has some achievements after a few years, he can return to the countryside to buy property and become an underground man in the village.
Nowadays, farmers live a comfortable life. It doesn’t matter if they are a little busier in spring and autumn. Winter is the most comfortable and comfortable life. When planting wheat in the fields, it is enough for the relatives at home to take care of them. If they can work hard, they can do a few things.
They wore clothes and quilts and followed the long team to dig rivers and open canals. There was always endless work waiting for them. The followers arranged tents for camping and accommodation, and sometimes they even dug holes and put them away. The followers said they would do it at any time.
Practicing wartime skills will come in handy in case civilian husbands are recruited.
In the Edo Castle Imperial Palace, Ashikaga Yoshitoki plays with a silver-white coin in his hand. This is the most common currency of the Spanish Empire. The Spanish Empire's conquest of Central America at the beginning of this century was a major event that shocked Europe. In the past thirty years,
Many years ago, Carlos V set up a mint in Central America, and the first silver coins minted and issued were named after him and his mother.
England also possesses Yingyang's casting technology. Unfortunately, England at this time is not the invincible empire on which the sun never sets. The numerous enemies from inside and outside have become a problem for this country's rise. The biggest threshold is the Spanish Empire, which is both an enemy and a friend.
King Philip II of Spain has always been obsessed with his sister-in-law Elizabeth I. This is the only way the wise queen can bargain for time.
The goods brought by Claudia not only involved the transaction of trade goods, but also the exchange of the most precious technology. Ashikaga Yoshitoki exchanged water hammer technology for coinage technology. This is a transaction where no one loses and the other gains. Both parties get what they need.
To fulfill their respective needs, England needs water hammer technology to improve industrial technology, while Ashikaga needs his own currency.
On the front of the silver coin, there are two lines of Ashikaga two lines on the top, and on the bottom are a few small characters of Zigakuwen. On the back are the seven characters "Namo Hachiman Bodhisattva" written by the gold hook and iron painting. The edge of the eagle ocean is from Jiajing Tongbao.
The wavy serrations. Ordinary profiteers who do not have water hammer technology and coin minting technology can never think of making bad coins and passing them off as good ones.
Ashikaga Yoshiki weighed the eagle ocean, blew it gently to make a familiar buzzing sound, and praised: "The pattern is clear without any trace of chiseling, and the color is delicate, rich and beautifully made. It is really a work of art."
"This is just a sample of the first batch of silver coins. The second batch and the third batch of silver coins will be minted in the future. We have mastered the Nanman's production technology and believe that it will not take long to produce exquisite eagle silver coins." Matsui Yu
I picked up a few more sets of samples. The writing on the backs were the same, except that the Ashikaga two hikiryo printed on the front were changed to Sasa Ryudan and Gochitiri respectively.
Pick up a handful of silver coins from the tray and gently throw them down. The silver coins collide with each other and make a pleasant tinkling sound. The stack of silver coins overlaps each other and exudes a silver-white luster that is dazzling. Even an old farmer in the country who cannot read a word is dazzling.
, when you see this plate of silver coins, you will realize how valuable it is.
He caught a glimpse of the young people peeking out their heads furtively. Ashikaga Yoshitoki coughed to startle them away, and then he said: "The casting of silver coins is related to military and national affairs. We must not leak out the secrets of treasure. From now on, we will quietly collect silver from the outside world."
Circulation, taking in all the silver coins on the market, gold coins are not particularly necessary to wait for a while."
Matsui Yuxian said as if unintentionally: "My lord, please be patient, this matter has been kept within a very small scope. Apart from your Majesty and His Highness, probably only a few people outside the house know about it."
Ashikaga Yoshitoki smiled softly: "There is no problem with Yu's nickname. You don't need to worry about it. Speaking of which, your brother's legitimate son Matsui Yasuyuki also worked as a nickname in the house for several years. It is said that he also had a nickname with Ina Chuji and Tanaka Shigemasa, the legitimate son of the Inaka family.
Tanaka Yoshimasa, the legitimate son, was also known as the third son of the family. Many retainers told Yu that there were many talents in the shogunate and that staying in the palace for a few years would be more useful than being the eldest son of the family. Yu also believed it!
Mitsui Toraka's second son Yoshizai was on duty by Yu's side, and Yu praised him for being as capable as Hosokawa Fujitaka in time. Keijiro, the boys from the Sakon family, and the boys from the Ii family followed Jinoumaru around on horseback all day long, and gradually
I have honed my skills in archery and archery. I see that your Shinjiro is not too young now. Why don’t you send him to the government to work as a minor for a few years, and then make arrangements to become an official based on his personal development?"
"I respectfully comply with the order of His Royal Highness." (To be continued, please search Piaotian Literature for better novels and faster updates!
