"Although the Akabane family's family income is not very high, they are very popular. There are countless imperial family members who have friends with Hatamoto."
Kyoutaro Miyabe imitated Aoto, lying on his back in the same way, with his face facing the sky and his limbs in a "big" shape.
"You killed their legitimate son... I can imagine that the Akabane family will definitely join forces with other direct ministers to forcefully frame you and put you in jail!"
Zhishen: The collective name for the flag family and the royal family.
Speaking of this, Kyoutaro Miyabe seemed to recall something sad and sighed heavily.
"Damn it! I get angry when I mention this! As the direct ministers of the shogun and the cornerstone of the shogunate, Hatamoto and the imperial family should set an example and serve the shogunate bravely. The result? There are only a few national officials who abuse their power, take bribes and abuse their power.
There are a lot of moths in the countryside!"
"Although I am not qualified to say such beautiful words as a guilty person, I really can't stand the current situation of 'the direct ginseng warriors are full of worms'!"
"Ahhh! The more I think about it, the more angry I get!"
Kyoutarou Miyabe rubbed his hair like crazy, and his tidy Tsukiyo head turned into a messy bird's nest.
"Mr. Orange, a capable man like you is behind bars, while those fat worms are sitting high in the clouds!"
Kyoutaro Miyabe sat up, reached out and grasped the cell door, and pressed his face tightly into the gap between the bars.
"The world is unfair! If this continues, and if we don't try to make some changes, I'm afraid the country will be ruined!"
"Um...Miyabe-kun, please calm down a little."
Aoto glanced helplessly at Kyotaro Miyabe, who was inexplicably excited.
Kyoutaro Miyabe took a deep breath.
"Sorry... I seem to be too excited, please forgive me."
"I didn't expect that you are also a passionate and knowledgeable person."
Qingdeng joked casually.
Kyoutaro Miyabe smiled and waved his hand.
"You've given me too much praise. I have more than enough 'hot blood' but not enough 'knowledge'. Having said that, your physical and mental condition is quite good. Even though you have been imprisoned, you still look like you are fine. You don't look scared or scared.
Don’t be depressed.”
Upon hearing this, Qingdeng shrugged.
"What should I be afraid of and unhappy about? When I decided to chop Akabane Kotaro in half, I was already mentally prepared to suffer crazy revenge from the family behind him."
"Rather, I'm a little surprised that the Akabane family's revenge came so late."
"Oh?" Kyoutarou Miyabe's eyes flashed with curiosity, as if he had heard an interesting and interesting story. "Since you are so calm and relaxed... does that mean you must have some tricks up your sleeve?"
Qingdeng did not answer directly. He only said softly, as if pointing:
"The Akabane family is very popular...and my popularity is not bad either..."
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Edo, Koishikawa Kohinata Yanagi Town, Examination Hall——覟
"Oops! Oops! The young master has been arrested and imprisoned! What to do! What to do!"
The loyal old servant of the Tachibana family: Jiubei is like an ant on a hot pot, anxious and anxious.
"Uncle Jiubei, calm down."
Nagakura Shinpachi Road.
Although Nagakura said so, the anxiety and panic on his face was no less than that of Kyubei.
An overwhelmed atmosphere permeated the air of the trial hall.
Just now, Aoto's old subordinate: Toudo Heisuke and Aoto's old friend: Shannan Keisuke came to the trial defense hall.
They both came to the trial for the same purpose: they both heard that Qingdeng was imprisoned, so they rushed over to check the situation and confirm the authenticity.
"So the rumors are true..." Todo stammered, "Mr. Tachibana was really arrested by the officials..."
"..." Shannan Jingsuke said nothing and pursed his lips thoughtfully.
"Brother Kondo! Mr. Hijikata! Uncle Minamoto! What should we do now?"
The general manager looked at Kondo Isamu, Hijikata Toshizo and Inoue Genzaburo with a blank expression.
The one she loves is in jail... For Souji, who lacks social experience and spent her past life practicing swordsmanship and taking care of housework, this kind of thing has exceeded her "range of handling".
Helpless and confused, she instinctively turned to the three seniors she relied on most for help.
"...Okay! Everyone, listen!"
Hijikata clapped his hands, and the loud applause echoed in everyone's ears like a bell.
"Everyone, look at me!"
Everyone's eyes were focused on Hijikata.
Looking at the entire audience, there were only three people who still looked indifferent: Hijikata Toshizo, Shannan Keisuke, and Saito Ichi.
Ignoring the first two for now, Saito has a very serious temperament and is intangible with emotions and anger, so it's impossible to tell whether he is really calm now or if he is simply paralyzed.
"Tachibana-kun is just a Yangyashiki who was temporarily imprisoned in Kodenma Town. Why do you have to be like a concubine one by one? Fortunately, you are still a samurai with two swords hanging at your waist."
It's not just a matter of one or two days that Hijikata speaks harshly.
Therefore, Souji, Nagakura and others are all used to Hijikata's bad mouth.
On the other hand, Shannan, who was not very familiar with Hijikata, raised his delicate eyebrows and showed displeasure.
"First of all, what can be confirmed at present is: Mr. Tachibana has indeed been arrested."
"The reason for his arrest is that during the expedition against Kai's bandits last year, Tachibana-kun killed a bastard who was disobedient in front of the battle."
"It's so hard to die. This bastard is from Hatamoto, and he is the kind of Hatamoto who has a high reputation and a prominent family background. His clan members, together with other direct ministers, reported to Lord Tachibana on the grounds of 'abusing their power and killing Tadashi in vain', and reported it to Lord Tachibana."
The government put pressure on him and forced him to put Qingdeng in prison."
"Ju Jun's imprisonment involves a political struggle, and we must not act rashly."
"What?!" Harada interrupted, "Are we just staring at each other and doing nothing?"
"Listen to what I have to say." Hijikata glanced at Harada, "I said 'don't act rashly', I didn't say 'do nothing'. Take a look at our current 'lineup', the two of them have not been together until recently.
They are the dojo master and the dojo young master who have gained some fame."
Hijikata spread his hands and glanced at Shusuke and Kondo.
"A commoner from a peasant background."
Hijikata patted his chest.
"Four dojo apprentices."
Hijikata's eyes glanced at Souji, Inoue, Shannan, Toudo.
“3 dojo diners.”
Hijikata's eyes turned in the opposite direction and settled on Saito, Nagakura, and Harada.
"How can such a meager lineup help Mr. Ju to clear his grievances? This manpower cannot even rob a prison."
"Then, what should we do?" Todo murmured.
The corner of Hijikata's mouth raised a slight arc.
"There's no need to feel pessimistic."
"Although we are just ordinary people who want status but no status, and want status but no position, there are also things that ordinary people can do."
"Since we are single and weak, why don't we gather as many companions as possible to increase our strength?"
"Fortunately, Mr. Ju has friends all over the world, so we don't have to worry about finding anyone willing to help us."
"A Sheng!"
Kondo responded reflexively:
"What's the matter?"
"Akatsu, go to the Little Chiba Sword Hall and find Mr. Chiba Sadayoshi and Chiba Jutaro and Chiba Sanako, two brothers and sisters. Report to them the current situation of Tachibana-kun and us, and say: We want to help
Mr. Ju is clearing his grievances, and I hope you can help us. If it is convenient, please send a representative to our trial defense hall to discuss with us the plan to aid Ju."
"Little Chiba Sword Hall...Okay! I understand!" Kondo nodded.
"Wait a minute." At this time, a clear male voice intervened, "Kondo-kun, I will accompany you. I am the disciple of the Little Chiba Sword Hall. With my company, the negotiations with Master Chiba and others should be smoother.
It went very smoothly.”
The speaker is none other than Shannan Jingshu.
"...Okay." Hijikata thought for a moment and then said seriously, "Then, Shannan, please accompany Asheng to the Little Chiba Sword Hall."
Hijikata turned his head and looked at Saito.
"Saito, you used to be Tachibana-kun's bodyguard. You were by Tachibana-kun's side when he was still not famous."
"Tachibana-kun once mentioned to me that there are three seniors who have a good relationship with him in Beifan. Do you know who these three seniors that Tachibana-jun mentioned are good friends with him?"
The "seniors from the north" who are friends with Tachibana-kun... those are of course Arima, Inoya and Ushiyama.
Saito nodded.
"Very good, it's good to know. Then I'd like you to go to Beifansuo and look for those three seniors of Mr. Tachibana."
"After you find them, just use the phraseology I just taught Kondo."
"It reflects the difficult situation that Mr. Orange is trapped in prison and that we are weak but eager to save Mr. Orange as soon as possible."
"I sincerely ask the other party to do their best."
"Finally, don't forget to mention: I hope the other party can send representatives to the Trial Guard Hall to discuss matters with us and other colleagues who are also interested in assisting Mr. Orange."
Compared to Hijikata's impassioned speech, Saito's reaction was undoubtedly much duller - he just nodded slightly again.
However, this time, Saito nodded and responded with a tone of neither sadness nor joy:
"Well, I understand, leave it to me."
In an instant, everyone present except Shannan cast surprised glances at Saito.
Having been with Saito day and night for so long, they already know Saito's temper very well.
This "mute" who can speak only two words but never three, actually said that in one breath?
Saito's current abnormal behavior made everyone at the scene intuitively feel that regarding Qingto's imprisonment, this cold man was not as calm in his heart as he appeared on the outside.
Hijikata's giving of orders continues.
"Nagakura, Toudo, you both participated in the battle when Tachibana-kun rushed to the aid of the Fanshu Diaoyu Institute, right?"
"Yes." Nagakura replied, "The 'Battle of the Fanshu Tiaosho' was the first battle between me, Harada and Toudo after joining Okabiki as Mr. Tachibana."
Hijikata continued:
"Tachibana-kun and Katsurin Taro have a very good relationship. The latter is a senior shogunate official who is currently holding an important position. If we can win his support, it will be like gaining the strength of ten thousand people."
"So, you two have a very heavy task."
"The places where Sheng Lintaro hangs out most often are the Tibetan Book Diao Institute and the Military Training Institute."
"Therefore, I need you to divide your troops into two groups."
"Nagakura, you said you have a friend who is currently studying at a martial arts school, right?"
Nagakura: "Well, yes."
"Okay, since you have a way to get in touch with the Wushu Institute, then you are responsible for going to the Wushu Institute."
"Tengtang, you go to the Fanshu Adjustment Institute."
"We must find Katsurin Taro!"
"Tachibana-kun is in trouble, and I believe that Katsurin Taro will not just sit idly by and ignore it."
"After meeting with Katsurin Taro, you will continue to use the same rhetoric: reflect the current situation, plead for support, and send representatives to test the defense hall."
"Remember to be polite in your words."
Nagakura banged his chest and said loudly:
"No problem! Keep it on me!"
The young and inexperienced Todo's eyes flickered, with a hint of timidity appearing in his eyes.
However, he did not choose to back down.
After a moment, he gritted his teeth and hit his chest as hard as Nagakura did:
"Yes! I am determined to fulfill my mission!"
"Well, very good, I just need this momentum."
Hijikata gave Nagakura and Toudo appreciative looks.
Then--
"General Director."
Souji, who had been waiting for the call to be called, saw that he was finally here. He stood up straight and looked at Hijikata with piercing eyes.
"Go to Senshiya and find Boss Kiryu."
"Boss Kiryu?" Souji was startled, "Why are you looking for Boss Kiryu?"
Not only was the Souji stunned, but other people around him couldn't help but be stunned.
Except for Aoshinobu, no one at the Imperial Guard, including Shusuke, knew Kiryu's true identity. In their eyes, Kiryu's boss was just an ordinary employment agency owner.
Hijikata held out two fingers.
"First of all, Tachibana-kun and Boss Kiryu have a very good relationship."
"Boss Kiryu will definitely be willing to work for 'rescuing Tachibana-kun'."
"At this critical juncture, we must unite all forces that can be united."
"Secondly, don't underestimate the boss of the employment agency!"
Hijikata changed into a half-joking tone.
"Based on my experience of traveling all over the world, the boss of an employment agency is one of the people in the world who should not be messed with. Especially someone who can open an employment agency in a place like Edo, where dragons and crouching tigers are hidden!"
"It's fine if you open an employment agency in a little-known place. But those who can run an employment agency in a huge city like Edo either have a very wide network of contacts, have someone behind them, or are...
It’s both.”
"So, if you seek help from Boss Kiryu, you may get unexpected gains."
"This, that's it..." the director hesitated.
"Huh? Souji, why do you look so weird? Don't you want to go to Chishiya?" Hijikata asked.
"Ah? No, it's not!" Souji waved his hand quickly, "As long as I can get Mr. Tachibana out of prison as soon as possible, you can let me go to Edo Castle, but... there is someone in Chishiya whom I don't really want to meet.
People..."
The director's voice became quieter and quieter.
Before she could finish speaking, she suddenly changed the subject:
"Ahhhh! What am I doing! At this time, I am still worrying about such trivial matters!"
Souji shook his head vigorously, and the slender ponytail on the back of his head swayed from side to side, fluttering.
"I understand! Chishiya, right? Okay! Leave Chishiya to me!"
"..." Hijikata didn't say anything immediately. He took a deep look at Souji. Then he slowly and softly said, "Well, I'll leave it to you."
"Where am I? Where am I? Mr. Hijikata, where am I?"
At this time, Harada suddenly shouted.
He stretched his arms and jumped vigorously on the spot, like a husky that saw dog food.
"Mr. Hijikata, what is my mission?"
"Don't worry." Hijikata said calmly, "Everyone has a task, and you are no exception. I have customized a task for you that is very suitable for you. It can be said that no one is capable of this task except you.
Finish."
"Oh?" Harada's eyes sparkled, "It's actually a mission that belongs to me? Come on! Tell me quickly! What is my mission?"
Hijikata took out a bulging and thick money bag from his arms and threw it to Harada.
"Harada, your mission is to take this money and visit all the teahouses and izakayas in Edo."
"Tea house? Izakaya?" Harada looked at the money bag in his hand in confusion, "Mr. Hijikata, what does this mean?"
"I want you to go to these places, of course, not just to eat, drink, and have fun. You have to pretend to casually mention the arrest of Mr. Tachibana in these places with a lot of traffic."
"Remember, exaggerate the truth as much as possible."
"Tell Mr. Ju that you are as innocent as you want, and as pitiful as you want to be."
"The best thing is to make Mr. Tachibana look like Yue Pengju and Sugawara Michizane who suffered injustice!"
"In a word: try your best to arouse the sympathy of the people in the market for Mr. Ju."
"Tachibana-kun currently enjoys high popularity among the people, and the name 'Nioh' is well-known to every household in Edo."
"Compared to Mr. Hatamoto, who has always had a bad reputation, the sentiments of the people in the city are definitely more inclined towards Tachibana-kun, who is highly popular among the public."
"We must also try our best to win the support and solidarity of ordinary people."
"So, Harada, the burden on your shoulders is not light. Don't mess it up."
"You have the ability to speak without fear even in front of the Emperor and the General. Only you can handle this difficult task."
Harada: "..."
"What's wrong? Harada, why don't you say anything? Do you think you can't do this task?"
"No, it's just what you just said made me very concerned...Who is Yue Pengju? The tragic hero who was defeated by Xiang Yu and then committed suicide by the Yangtze River?"
"As if I didn't say what I just said!!! Don't worry about Yue Pengju! In short, the important task of winning people's support will be left to you!"
Hijikata took a deep breath to calm down his mind, which was shaken by Harada's violent remarks.
"I personally went to the Western settlement. Last year, when the madmen from the anti-barbarian group launched a large-scale attack on the settlement, thanks to Mr. Tachibana's timely arrival and bloody battle, a large number of Westerners were able to save their lives."
"Although we can't expect every Westerner to know how to repay kindness, we still have to fight for the assistance we hope to receive."
"Ah Sui, do you want to draw Westerners into our camp?" Kondo asked, "What are you going to do?"
"A Sheng, have you forgotten? In the Western settlement, there is a family who is as close to Mr. Ju as they are."
"You mean... the Angoulême family?" Kondo raised his eyebrows.
"That's right! Mr. Orange saved the Angouleme family twice. At the same time, Mr. Orange is still the swordsmanship teacher of the little blond girl in their family. As long as I explain my intention, the Angouleme family will definitely open the door for me.
The door of convenience.”
After saying that, Hijikata looked at the last five people who had not yet been named: Inoue Genzaburo, Shusuke, Abi, Kubei, and Kondo Isamu's wife: Kondo Tsune (former name: Matsui Tsune).
"Uncle Gen, Master Kondo, aunt, Uncle Kubei, and Miss Chang, there may be a large number of guests from all walks of life coming to our door in a short while. Please prepare snacks and tea. We are the ones who take the initiative to invite people to come to the trial guard house to discuss matters.
Yes, it would be too rude to treat others poorly."
"The sword hall will be closed for one day today."
"Ah, and there may be some good people who come to join in the fun after hearing what happened to Mr. Tachibana. Then, I'll ask you to come out and stop them. There is nothing to say to those people who come to watch the fun.
No matter what the other party says, just answer 'no comment'."
Inoue, Zhou Zhu, Abi, Jiubingwei, and Achang all nodded.
At this point, everyone on site has received their respective tasks.
"Everyone, finally, please listen to me."
Hijikata raised his head with a solemn expression, like a general preparing to deliver a speech before the battle.
"Mr. Orange is one of my few friends, and I sincerely hope that he can get out of prison as soon as possible. I think we all share this feeling! So, let's help each other and work together to clear away the injustice done to Mr. Orange!
"
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One after another, tall or short, strong or slender figures, filed out of the trial defense hall.
They held the same purpose and rushed to various places in Edo.
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It is a coincidence that with the arrival of the new month, the plot of this book has officially entered the "climax stage of the second volume". Some book friends said yesterday, "I have already guessed the subsequent plot! It is nothing more than Qing Dynasty."
Noboru leaned against the backstage background and slapped the Akabane family in the face" or something like that.
