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Sumamata Castle.

"Hehe, Saito Ryuxing is not in his right mind, and he actually wants to win over the Asai family? Does he think that Asai Nagamasa is a person who can be wooed so easily? Oda Yoshinobu said disdainfully.

When he heard the news that Shigeharu Takenaka was going to Omi, Oda Yoshinobu immediately understood the purpose of Shigeharu Takenaka, or Saito Ryuko. It's just that Oda Yoshinobu is quite disdainful of this kind of action, because he doesn't believe that Asai Nagamasa will betray the Oda family at all.

Well, it is true that Asai Nagamasa betrayed the Oda family in history, but that time obviously cannot be compared to today. On that occasion in history, it was Oda Nobunaga who took the lead in attacking the Asakura family, which was allied with the Asai family for three generations, and did not inform the Asai family in advance. At the same time, when the Oda family attacked the Asakura family, Asai Nagamasa did not immediately rebel, and it was only under the constant persuasion of the retainers and his father Asai Hisamasa that he finally agreed.

So although Asai Nagamasa betrayed the Oda family, Oda Yoshinobu in his previous life did not have too much bad feelings towards Asai Nagamasa. After all, although in this troubled world, it is a very funny thing for such a thing as righteousness to appear on the body of a family governor, but I have to say, it is very fan-attracting.

And most importantly, what is the situation of the Saito family? In the past, he was allied with the Rokkaku family, the sworn enemy of the Asai family, and the lord of Saito Yoshiryu also attacked Omi. Now that the Saito family is crumbling under the offensive of the Oda family, will Asai Nagamasa betray the Oda family and its allies? Unless the head is kicked by a donkey.

It's just that Li Huamei obviously has a different opinion on Oda Yoshinobu's view.

"My lord, although the family is ready to marry the Asai family, Miss Inu hasn't really married after all. So if the Asai family really wants to go back, it's not impossible. Li Huamei said in a deep voice, "Once the family takes Mino, the next target will definitely be Omi Province, if Shigeharu Takenaka uses this to provoke, I'm afraid it may not be impossible to move those retainers of the Asai family." ”

"Uh......" Oda Yoshinobu heard this, bowing his head and pondering. He didn't expect this, but now when he hears Li Huamei say this, it seems that this is really the case. Once the Oda family takes Mino, then no matter who it is, they will know that the next step of the Oda family will definitely be to attack Omi, because as long as Omi is taken, then the passage to Kamiraku will be completely opened. At that time, the Oda family only needs one reason to go directly to Luo.

And in this way, the Asai family located in Omi will not be one of the goals of the Oda family, I am afraid that no matter how optimistic the Asai family retainers are, they will not think so, after all, there is indeed no marriage between the Asai family and the Oda family now. Yes, it's just a verbal alliance agreement. Moreover, this alliance agreement is still based on marriage.

"Hmm...... You're right, you really can't be too optimistic. Oda Yoshinobu nodded and said solemnly, "In this way, I'll go to the lord to explain the situation, and if I can, I'll send the dog directly to Omi!" You must not let the Asai family get involved! ”

Once the Asai family and the Saito family reach an alliance, it will definitely be the last thing the Oda family wants to see, because in this way, the Oda family wants to take Mino, but it will not be so easy.

Thinking of this, Oda Yoshinobu immediately recruited Keiji Maeda and others to guard the Sumamata, and then set off for Sarupeck Castle. Well? Shibata Katsuya? He had already led his army to Daheng City to put pressure.

In the afternoon of the same day, Oda Yoshinobu arrived at Sarupeo Castle and discussed the matter with Oda Nobunaga.

"Well, it's true that as you said, if the Asai family is really co-opted, then from now on, the situation between Mino and Owari will be completely turned upside down." When Oda Nobunaga heard Oda Yoshinobu's words, he nodded in response.

After thinking about it, Oda Nobunaga said to Oda Yoshinobu, "In this case, you should immediately leave for Asai's house and discuss with Asai Nagamasa about marrying a dog." As long as he agrees, you will send the dog over immediately! ”

"Hmm." Oda Yoshinobu nodded when he heard this, although it was a bit uncourteous to do so, but now that the Oda family was at a critical moment of attacking Mino, it was impossible to make a truce to deal with this matter.

Subsequently, after Oda Nobunaga inquired about wooing Ando Morisa, Oda Yoshinobu left directly for Omi. At this time, Shigeharu Takenaka had already come to Omi.

However, he did not go directly to visit Asai Nagamasa, but found Naokei Endo first.

Shigeharu Takenaka was the one who met Naokyo Endo at the same time when he was explaining Asai Nagamasa. I don't know if it's because both of them like strategy very much, but after talking for a few words, the friendship between the two has increased dramatically, as if they have been friends who haven't seen each other for many years.

Of course, Shigeharu Takenaka first found Naokei Endo, not only because he had a good relationship with him, but more importantly, because Endo Naomasa was a retainer that Asai Nagamasa valued very much, and at the same time, he also seemed to have some dislike for the Oda family. Hawkers, Shigeharu Takenaka still remembers that when he asked Endo Naokei to watch from the border of Omi Mino, Endo directly agreed without any consideration.

"Lord Takenaka, it's not that I don't want to help you, it's just that the lord has reached an agreement with the Oda family to marry, although the young lady of the Oda family has not yet married, but you also know the lord's character, and he will not easily do such unkind and unjust things." After listening to Shigeharu Takenaka's intentions, Naokei Endo said in a deep voice.

"Endo-sama laughed, you also said that although the two sides are in-law allies, they are not really married, are they? Since there is no formal marriage, this so-called in-law is just nonsense. Shigeharu Takenaka smiled when he heard this, "And the Oda family, in this case, while not in a hurry to marry someone to Omi, constantly put forward various requirements to the Asai family, this is ...... Not an ally to rely on! ”

Hearing Shigeharu Takenaka's words, Naokei Endo's face suddenly became ugly. Indeed, as he said, since having such an alliance, the Asai family has had to help him contain the Saito family many times. Although strictly speaking, there are not a few times, but this kind of thing that has not been rewarded by just paying, anyone who has done it a few times will be dissatisfied, not to mention that it has been 2 years since the marriage, but the Oda family has no intention of sending a dog over to complete the marriage.

Okay, the Asai family didn't urge, but the Oda family, as a force that took the initiative to marry the Asai family, shouldn't it take the initiative?

Seeing Naokei Endo's face, Shigeharu Takenaka understood that half of his purpose had been achieved, but he wanted Naokei Endo to help him with all his might, but he was still a little short. So Shigeharu Takenaka said again, "Endo-sama, there are still some things to say, I don't know if I should say ...... or not."

"Lord Takenaka, please speak."

"Endo-sama, you are also a wise samurai, and you should be able to see that Oda Nobunaga, the head of the Oda family, is a very ambitious family governor. After succeeding to the governorship, he pacified Owari, then defeated Imagawa Yoshimoto and subdued the Matsudaira family in Mikawa, and then began to attack Mino continuously. So, once he takes Mino down, what's next? Shigeharu Takenaka said lightly.

Hearing this, Naokyo Endo immediately frowned, obviously having guessed what Shigeharu Takenaka wanted to say.

Sure enough, without waiting for Endo to speak directly, Shigeharu Takenaka said again, "That's right, it's Omi!" Once the Oda family takes Mino, then with Oda Nobunaga's ambitions, it will definitely expand outward again. To the north, Hida was poor, and the roads were not suitable for large armies. To the west, it is the territory of the Takeda family, not to mention whether Oda Nobunaga has the courage to be an enemy of the Takeda family, Kiso Road alone decided that the Oda family could not easily attack Takeda. And if we continue to attack Imagawa further south, we will undoubtedly face the two major forces of Takeda and Hojo......"

"As a result, only Ise and Omi are left. But with the chaotic situation in Ise, I'm afraid Oda Nobunaga will not send the main force to attack. If the guess is good, the one who raided Ise will definitely be Oda Yoshinobu. In this way, Oda Nobunaga's main force could attack Omi with his hands free. Shigeharu Takenaka said while looking at Naokei Endo, and the other party's expression also made Shigeharu Takenaka very satisfied.

"Even so, the Oda family may also just attack Minami Omi, after all, as long as Minami Omi is captured, the Oda family will also open up the road to Kamiro." Endo said in a deep voice, obviously, he still wanted to make a final defense, even if he wouldn't believe it.

"That being said, but what if the Oda family doesn't have a reason to go to Rakuro for a while? Will they turn around and attack the Asai family in order to get the way to Echizen? Shigeharu Takenaka replied lightly, "And even if the Oda family and the Asai family still maintain an alliance, then in the face of the Oda family that has become bigger, is the status of the Asai family an ally or a vassal?" And doesn't the Asai family have the ambition to expand their territory? ”

Shigeharu Takenaka's last words completely stimulated Naokei Endo. As a samurai, isn't all you want is to open up your territory? If they can only defend such a piece of territory as Kita-Omi for the rest of their lives, then what is the point of their existence?

And as Shigeharu Takenaka said, once Oda Nobunaga takes Minami Omi, then with the national power of Minami Omi, Mino, Owari, and Mikawa, can the Asai family and him still be on an equal footing by marriage? Apparently impossible!

After a long silence, Endo sighed, "Alas, Lord Takenaka, you convinced me. I will help you with your activities in your own house and enlist more retainers to help you speak. In the meantime, you should first stay at the mansion below. ”

"There's Lord Ratoh!" Shigeharu Takenaka said respectfully, and at this time, he finally breathed a sigh of relief. Since it is impossible to say about Saito Ryuko's strategy, the only thing that Shigeharu Takenaka can use is the future of the Asai family and the ambition of Oda Nobunaga. If this point can't be said through Endo Naojing, then Shigeharu Takenaka really has nothing to do. Thankfully, Naokyo Endo was eventually convinced.

Meanwhile, the northern city.

"My lord, Shibata Katsuie led his army to leave Sumamata and have besieged Daheng Castle, but the two sides are not fighting." A retainer whispered.

"Hehe, it looks like Yoshinobu Oda is trying to put some pressure on me......" Mamoru Ando said with a chuckle. In this way, you go to Daheng City and talk to Liangtong and ask him not to take the initiative to fight with the Oda family. ”

"Yes!"

Saito Ryuxing's plan, Ando Mamoru did not tell the clan Naogen and Inaba Ryotsu, so in his opinion, Inaba Ryotsu allowed the Shibata Katsu family to surround Daheng Castle, maybe he was just disappointed in the Saito family, and he was also waiting for himself to make a decision. Mamoru Ando didn't believe that Yoshinobu Oda wouldn't tell Yoshimichi Inaba about the fact that he was trying to win him over.

However, Mamoru Ando didn't plan to tell Ryotsu Inaba and others about this matter, after all, the fewer people who knew about this kind of thing, the better.

"I wonder if the Ando family can still exist in this troubled world after this war?" Mamoru Ando thought to himself.

It can be said that since he was imprisoned by Saito Ryuko, Mamoru Ando has completely lost all so-called loyalty to the Saito family. And the reason why he is still helping him now, on the one hand, is because his eldest son and Mrs. Masamuro are all hostages in Inabashan. On the other hand, although Saito Ryuxing did not say it explicitly, both Shigeharu Takenaka and Mamoru Ando knew very well that the ninjas they sent to the two could not just be to assist them.

After all, this time's strategy Saito Ryuxing gambled on the fate of the entire Saito family, and once he lost, it was all gone. So Saito Ryuko must be careful and careful, for fear that if he is not careful, he will be recognized by the people of the Oda family.

And Mamoru Ando dared to guarantee that even if the Oda family did not see through Saito Ryuxing's strategy, they still broke through Mt. Inaba in the end, and Saito Ryuko would not be able to let those hostages go at that time. And if successful? Saito Ryuxing, then he will not let go of Mamoru Ando and others. For his lord, Mamoru Ando can be said to know nothing more now.

"My lord, Lord Fernand is here." The retainer's voice pulled Mamoru Ando out of his depressed mood.

"yes, got it." Mamoru Ando responded lightly, and after sorting out his emotions, he followed his retainers to the reception room.

Omi, Otani Castle.

I have to say that Naokyo Endo's efficiency is really high, maybe it's because he really doesn't like the Oda family? In just one day, he won over several retainers, but the people who could really play a decisive role were not moved by Endo's words.

"Endo-sama, please help me with a message, and say that I hope to meet with them." Shigeharu Takenaka said anxiously.

Yes, Naokyo Endo agreed after thinking about it. Then on the next day, Naokei Endo hurriedly walked in, "Lord Takenaka, go and get ready, Lord Ah Shu has promised to see you." (To be continued.) )