Non-Honmaru Inner Honwan [Comprehensive]

Chapter 340

If it is said that Niwa Chohide puts Hashiba Hideyoshi on his side and spares no effort to promote the latter to a high position, this is not necessarily the case.

Although he and Hashiba Hideyoshi have established communication, the relationship between the two still cannot be summed up by the word "friend".At least for now, everything Niwa Changhide does is for Saburo and the Oda family - for him, the prosperity of Saburo and the Oda family is inseparable.Since his goal is only this point, when facing Hashiba Hideyoshi, he appears reserved and restrained, without desires, and only occasionally, he will fight for something for Hashiba Hideyoshi-and that is not even a clear benefit, just It is an opportunity that is illusory and needs to be grasped by Hashiba Hideyoshi himself.He also doesn't need Hashiba Hideyoshi to express gratitude and obedience for what he has done, as long as the other party is as loyal to Saburo wholeheartedly as before.

Therefore, after Saburo clearly stated that Koga Ninja had been dispatched, Niwa Changhide only responded lightly, and did not continue the discussion on this topic-his purpose has been achieved, so there is no need to stay here.

When Niwa Chohide learned that the Koga ninja had gone to Jotsuki Castle, and did not intend to immediately remind Hashiba Hideyoshi about it, but instead concentrated on redrawing the falcon picture, Hashiba Hideyoshi's side was not easy.

The ape-like man didn't know that he had mixed with several Koga ninjas here, so he didn't pretend to be loyal to Saburo around the clock.After he entered Harima, the Bessho clan, Akamatsu clan and many wealthy families all surrendered to him one after another, which largely filled his empty retainer group.However, these new defectors cannot be entrusted with important tasks immediately. Currently, what Hideyoshi Hashiba can use is still the group of retainers who had gathered from the Asai family, his younger brother Hidecho Hashiba, and Hanbei Takenaka.These manpower were still enough when he was in Omi, but in the face of war, it is inevitable that there will be a shortage of manpower.

It stands to reason that Akechi Mitsuhide's emptiness is one step higher than Hashiba Hideyoshi's - the fact that he has the same appearance as Saburo not only restricts Akechi Mitsuhide from showing his face outside, but also restricts the process of recruiting his retainers.But Akechi Mitsuhide received the education of an heir since he was young, and he inherited Katsuba Castle early, and assumed the position of city lord at a young age, which allowed him to cope with such a predicament with ease.

In contrast, Hashiba Hideyoshi, who has become a monk halfway and has reached the sky in one step no matter from which point of view, has a rather weak foundation in this regard.It is true that he has talent in this area, but he does not have sufficient connections, and his ninja background also makes him quite suspicious.More importantly, the Tamba Tango area that Akechi Mitsuhide attacked bordered on Tajima and Harima.These two places are being attacked by Hashiba Hideyoshi. Objectively speaking, the pressure on Akechi Mitsuhide who can besiege the enemy with Hashiba Hideyoshi is not too great. , he could even take advantage of the situation to attack and plunder the military exploits that should have been obtained by Hashiba Hideyoshi.

On the other hand, Hashiba Hideyoshi, if the right side of the Harima Tajima he attacked is the power that Akechi Mitsuhide wants to gain, the left side is the territory controlled by the Mori family - he and the Mori army are only separated by Inaba and Misaku. .

The two countries have not yet shown hostility to Hashiba Hideyoshi, but they have only shown no hostility for the time being.The power of the Maori family in the Sanin Sanyo area is quite large, and it can even affect Harima here. It is conceivable who the main forces of the two countries are really inclined to.Hashiba Hideyoshi's attack area is equivalent to bordering the Maori forces, and every time he goes out, he is on the verge of war with Maori.Once Maori suddenly sends troops, Hashiba Hideyoshi will bear the brunt, and with Hashiba Hideyoshi's army as a separation zone, Akechi Mitsuhide has enough time to make combat arrangements or retreat.

...Didn't Oda Nobunaga's assignment really be intentional!

Akechi Mitsuhide can use his army as a human shield, and at the same time have the opportunity to snatch military merits. This difference in treatment is too obvious! !

In the eyes of others, the number of available personnel under Akechi Mitsuhide's command is scarce, so this arrangement is not too much.But Hashiba Hideyoshi knew in his heart that although his attacking process had been smooth so far, it was several times more dangerous than Akechi Mitsuhide.In particular, Kazuki Castle, which he wants to take, is a key place to monitor Nishiharima, Misaku, and Inaba.Regardless of whether it can be successfully won, the importance of this city determines that this is a provocation to Maori.

If Hashiba Hideyoshi can successfully complete the task of attacking Harima and Tajima, and retreat unscathed, this might not be a good opportunity for him to amaze everyone and gain greater authority.But even knowing this, Hashiba Hideyoshi didn't feel any comfort in his heart.Especially this time the pressure to attack Kazuki Castle was too great, even if he was reluctant, he had to borrow the power of Hanbei Takenaka—but Hanbei Takenaka was too sensitive and always loyal to Oda Nobunaga.

He needed enough people—credible enough people who could be fully utilized by him.

"Kuroda Takataka (Kuroda Rushui)."

Hashiba Hideyoshi's appearance looks a little funny, but because of his dark eyes, his ape-like face that makes people laugh is almost as terrifying as a ghost.

Facing his brother who was also born as a ninja and was connected by blood, he did not hide his true self, and said in a cold tone.

"I asked you to investigate him before. Tell me the result quickly."

"The other party helped my brother calm down Harima's role, but my brother didn't show mercy at all." Hidecho Hashiba made an exaggerated expression of surprise, his slender eyes, which were very different from Hideyoshi Hashiba's, were almost narrowed into a slit, and only from the There was an extremely indifferent light in the gap, "——he is a smart man. He worked very hard for his brother after he got the Harima country, and he also took the lead when he led the troops. But it is also thanks to him that he won several battles on the horse side. .”

"Compared to Takenaka?" Hashiba Hideyoshi asked.

"As far as talent is concerned, it is quite enough to serve as a military adviser—of course, with my brother's character, I will have to get in touch with him for a while before I dare to use it, because my brother is very suspicious!" Hashiba Hideaga said with a frivolous smile, and sure enough When the voice fell to the ground, Hashiba Hideyoshi mercilessly, quickly and violently hit the thigh with the scabbard.

He swallowed the cry of pain, still smiling like that.

"It seems that I failed to get the 'Koka Ninja' from Oda Nobunaga, my brother is very angry."

"Shut up." Hashiba Hideyoshi said indifferently, "You stay here in Takeda Castle."

His tone and wording were quite tough, and he never gave Hashiba Hideaga the chance to refuse - although in fact Hashiba Hidecho would not refuse at all.

"Brother, it's true. Now I'm going to persuade Akamatsu Masanori of Kamizuki City, so you can't be so fierce." He just rubbed his thigh casually, and then stood up as if nothing happened, Hashiba Hideunaga asked , "Is that Guanbingwei (Kuroda Rusui) going to accompany you?"

"If the negotiation fails, Takenaka and Kuroda will be the vanguards to attack the city." Hashiba Hideyoshi replied.

"Oh, what a pity." Hashiba Hideunaga said, but his tone was very brisk, "Obviously I have already got the 'Kakiri Hasebe'. If it is not my brother who came this time, Kanbei might be able to become Oda Nobunaga's vassals."

"Stop talking nonsense." Hashiba Hideyoshi was not moved by this, and even his eyes were as gloomy and terrifying as before, "Here, the guy whose heart is in Anzu, is enough to have Takenaka. You said it just now, right?" Tian is a smart guy."

"The authority of Harima has been handed over to him, so it is impossible for him to pursue anything beyond me."

When he said this, a contemptuous and cold smile briefly appeared on Hashiba Hideyoshi's face.

He seemed to want to say something more, but he only opened and closed his lips, then turned his head and left.The handle of the "Mikazuki Sokami" knife on his waist was taken into his hands, and it seemed to be very cherished at first glance, and he couldn't bear to let the knife touch obstacles while walking, but Hashiba Hidecho knew that it was not Hashiba Hideyoshi. I really like this vibrating and moving sword - it's just a beautified expression of the ninja's vigilance.

"It's such a pity." Hashiba Hideki said with a long smile, "That Goamiki (Fusangshen Mikazuki Munekin) is still very beautiful, but the sword with the same name was treated like this."

He also stopped provoking his elder brother's sensitive nerves, and followed with a smile.Just when the two of them turned a corner, Hashiba Hideyoshi's current nickname, Ishida Sakichi, rushed over and knelt down in front of Hashiba Hideyoshi, with his raised face and eyes gleaming.

"You should be by Mr. Takenaka's side now." Hashiba Hideyoshi naturally smiled at his surname, his expression looked very kind, only the cold light in his eyes had not completely dissipated, "What happened?"

"No, the 'Koka Ninja' from Azuchi has arrived!" Saki Ishida smiled exaggeratedly, and described to Hashiba Hideyoshi in a dreamy tone, "Whether it's temperament! Or appearance! They are all unique in my life. Nice guy!!"

"——'Koga Ninja'" Hashiba Hideyoshi was not overjoyed, and his tone suddenly became cold, but Ishida Sakichi, who was still immersed in excitement, did not hear it, "Are you sure why he came here?"

"Yes! He called himself 'Sankazuki Munekin'! He came with a letter from His Highness Nobunaga!" Ishida Sakichi replied loudly.

If it is another "Koga ninja", Hashiba Hideyoshi still has to worry about impostors.After all, Saburo rejected Hashiba Hideyoshi's request for ninjas by "delivering a letter from Kenshin Uesugi promising not to dispatch ninjas" in such an incredible way.The sudden appearance of "Koga Ninja" at this time undoubtedly made Hashiba Hideyoshi full of vigilance.

But "Mikazuki Sokami" is someone Hashiba Hideyoshi has met and even communicated with for a long time.

Even though he only met Mikazuki Zongjin once, he had to admit that the other party was hard to imitate, both in terms of demeanor and appearance.As long as he saw "Mikazuki Sokichi" himself, Hashiba Hideyoshi could be sure whether the "Koga Ninja" who came was real or not.

His tone became gentle and friendly again: "Oh, he came with a letter? Zuoji, bring him here quickly."

If it really is that "Go Amitaki" (Fusangshen Mikazuki Munejin) who came——

The correspondence between him and the five Amiches was probably not in vain.

Sanriyue: Hahaha, it’s actually wasted.

This time, the sword men who went to Hideyoshi's side were also divided into two waves.You can guess who else is there besides Sanriyue, Xiaomian and Bone Gu.

Ishida Saki is a character that appears in the comics, Hashiba Hideyoshi's surname, the future Ishida Mitsunari, and he is also a person who likes to appreciate beautiful men 233333

The part of this chapter about Hideyoshi’s expedition to Harima Tajima refers to Suzuki Ryoichi’s "Toyotomi Hideyoshi Biography" and Baidu’s entry on the Battle of Tsukijo.

And I made up a large part of it 2333333

Thanks to Mr. S for throwing the 2 mines! 2!mwah!

Thanks loca for throwing mines!mwah!

Thank you Miss Pudding for the tragic throwing of mines!Hug me! !

No nutrient solution. _(:з」∠)_

Next, let's look at Sanriyue's!