Naoe Keizuna was so proud when he saw Daxiong Chaoxiu that he mentioned it seemingly unintentionally.
"The grain purchase plan for the Guandong Strategy requires a reserve of 80,000 shi of grain to supply military supplies.
Now that the 40,000 shi are secure, what about the remaining 40,000 shi?"
Naoe Keizuna bowed slightly, seemingly discussing the matter with sincerity. However, Daxiong Chaohide knew that she was picking a bone, but she had to answer this question.
They are both old enemies who have known each other for many years. It is easy to see what each side is thinking.
Daxiong Chaoxiu's mission has been completed, but she has to consider the overall situation. Only by knowing how to share your worries can she show her loyalty.
She secretly scolded Naoe Keizuna for finding trouble. No wonder she couldn't give birth to a daughter. Sooner or later, the family fortune would become cheaper for Naoe Kanetsugu, the daughter-in-law who brought her into the family, but she said solemnly on her face.
"It is indeed much more difficult than me in recent aspects. Although there is waterway assistance, the loss along the way is much higher than mine. I estimate that the loss should be three to one.
However, Mr. Takada Harano from Sakai Port has written a letter stating that she is very confident in completing the mission.
The Osaka Plain, which includes the three countries of Settsu, Kawachi, and Izumi, has a high grain yield. It is around Sakai Port, and Lord Harono Takada has purchased a large amount of military rations.
Lake Biwa in Omi is the gateway to Hokurikudo from Konki, and Omi is the wealthiest country in the country. With the full help of all the adults in Konki's wave region, we will definitely be able to buy some food.
The most important thing is that the Oda family who occupies the Nobi Plain is willing to sell grain. The stone height of the Nobi Plain exceeds one million koku. As long as her family is willing to let go, it will not be a problem to buy tens of thousands of koku.
The stone height of Shikoku in Hokuriku is 1.5 million koku. Although the drought this year was not as severe as Echigo Kanto, it was slightly affected, and I was able to get tens of thousands koku of food from it.
I believe that with the ability of Mr. Takada Yono in Sakai Port, the recent 80,000 koku food mission will be successfully completed, with only a lot more."
Naoe Keizuna said.
"Eighty thousand shi, a loss of three to one, that is, more than 20,000 shi, still a lot missing.
Do you want to try from other aspects? I can think of a way."
Seeing Naoe Keizuna holding on to the military ration figures, Shiba Yiyin frowned slightly.
Of course he knew that Naoe Keitsuna was using this to put pressure on Okuma Chaohide, because the grain purchase plan was solely the responsibility of the Shiba clique followers.
If you want to get involved, you must first find some problems before you can offer help. But Yoshiba Shiba really doesn't want Naoe Keizuna to get involved in the grain purchase plan.
Even if there is less food, it is still better than asking those bastards from the Uesugi family to reach out. Who knows when their brains will get crazy, and what if there will be another scandal, which will be even more troublesome.
He said decisively.
"We predicted a bad harvest and a shortage of military rations of 60,000 to 80,000 shi.
The food purchase task I gave is only generous. Now it can reach at least more than 60,000 dan, which should be enough to support our battle.
Your Highness Uesugi, what do you think?"
Terutora Uesugi was actually quite happy to watch as the big bear Asahide and Naoe Keizuna had a fight. These two old foxes were not very good people, so he was happy to watch them dog-eat-dog.
But since Shiba Yiyin came forward, she had no choice but to nod in agreement.
"Yes, 60,000 stones is enough. Besides, the actual number will still increase. There is no need to make other adjustments for the time being. Let's leave it as it is."
Naoe Keizuna took advantage of the situation and bowed in approval.
Of course she knew that applying eye drops to Daxiong Chaoxiu would not have any effect, but she still had to do what needed to be done.
If she doesn't do it, she has no attitude, and the Uesugi followers will complain about her inaction. Only a baby that can cry will be fed, and she will have to bark a few times in front of the two masters before she can go back and explain to her subordinates.
It's not that Naoe doesn't want to fight for it, it's just that Daxiong is too cunning. The two masters were deceived by the traitor for a while, and they didn't give Uesugi a chance to show off. I, Naoe Keizuna, tried my best, and I ask you to be patient for the time being.
Daxiong Chaohide also knows Naoe Keizuna's intentions, both public and private, and she has to criticize herself several times before she can behave like a human being.
The interior of the Shiba clan's training center is also so complicated. It's not easy to be a human being these days. Regardless of whether it's useful or not, the performance must be performed.
The two leaders did not speak, and the atmosphere in the room was a bit solemn. Sibo Yiyin came out to smooth things over and smiled slightly.
"Takada Haruno is still very good at doing things, just give her a chance to show off.
Speaking of which, she also wrote me a letter. She said that she would send a big gift around the autumn harvest as a surprise to celebrate my journey south to the Kanto Plain.
I don’t know what kind of crooked idea she had. It would be better to give me food than to give me anything. It would be better if I could just focus on business.
Do you think this is true?"
Naoe Keizuna and Daxiong Chaohide fell to the ground and kowtowed at the same time, saying in the same breath.
"The imperial court is wise."
Shiba Yoshigan shook his head helplessly. Uesugi Teruhu looked at him from the side and couldn't help but want to laugh.
How thick are the skins of these two old foxes? You can't see blood even if you poke them with a knife.
Shiba Yiyin actually wanted to warn them by making insinuations? How could it be useful? They all pretended to be loyal and restrained, but who knew what intentions they had in their hearts, they were nothing.
Shiba Yoshigan rolled his eyes and glared at Terutora Uesugi, who was gloating about his misfortune. Didn't he know that these two people were thick-skinned? But this kind of thing must be said!
Teruhora Uesugi feels comfortable being the boss every day. If Yoshihiro Shiba doesn't come out and say something righteously, will Echigo's national affairs still be in chaos?
The two elders looked at each other intently, as if they did not notice the flirting and flirting between the two masters. This serious matter must continue to be discussed.
Uesugi Teruhu became a little impatient and said.
"Naoejin already has 30,000 military rations, which should be enough to launch operations.
We will take advantage of the slack time after the summer harvest to mobilize part of the army and first help Numata Kentay get Numata Castle back."
Shiba Yiyin nodded.
The military operation after this year's autumn harvest is estimated to require more than 160,000 dan of military rations to complete the southward offensive.
Before the autumn harvest grain and grass are put into storage, all that can be used temporarily is the 30,000 koku of military grain stored in Naoetsu. Although it is not much, it is enough to deal with a small Numata family.
he said.
"Although the Numata family is small, they are the first Kanto samurai family to take the initiative to provoke us. The Hojo family will definitely defend her family to the death.
And all the families in Kanto are watching. They will also observe our strength from this battle and weigh whether they really want to fully switch to our side.
This battle must be fought beautifully, and with the help of Numata Kenyasu's internal support, Numata Castle can be captured quickly. This will shock both the inside and outside, and make a good start for the subsequent Kanto strategy."
Terutora Uesugi glanced at Shiba Yoshigan, and the two analyzed a lot of words. In fact, they had discussed military strategy many times, so there was no need to talk nonsense.
But the real question is, who should go?
If according to the original plan, after the autumn harvest, the Echigo army moves south in full force, and the elites of the Uesugi Shiba family are commanded by the two masters, pouring out, there will be no problem.
But as Numata Kenyasu fled north, the whole plan was disrupted. Who will lead the vanguard has become the focus of the game between the two families.