Hashiba Hideyoshi bowed and thanked the two important ministers for their help. With a look of death on his face, he bowed deeply to Oda Nobunaga and said.

"If I unfortunately die in Kanazaki Castle, I kindly ask the palace to take care of my father and husband in my hometown village."

Oda Nobunaga looked at Hideyoshi Hashiba, and even though he was as utilitarian as her, he still felt a little pity for his talent. This thin servant followed her all the way, and he actually made two thousand koku. His talent was indeed extraordinary.

She said solemnly.

"If you die in battle, your father, husband and I will support ourselves, so don't worry about it.

Also, don’t say such depressing words before going to the battlefield, and survive well. I will reward you generously when you come back.”

Hashiba Hideyoshi smiled sincerely. The reason why she jumped out first to give it a try was because she was looking forward to Oda Nobunaga's extraordinary reward.

Even though Oda Nobunaga had countless shortcomings, she had one advantage that was enough to make her subordinates shut up their complaints, and that was that she was generous enough.

Oda Nobunaga was never stingy with worthy people. He just gave enough for meritorious deeds and punished him harshly for mistakes. He was not an easy master to serve.

Since ancient times, there has been no greater achievement than rescuing a driver. Hideyoshi Hashiba stepped out in public and voluntarily cut off his rear to die. This not only saved Oda's army, but also saved Oda Nobunaga's life.

If this merit cannot be exchanged for a sufficiently generous reward, no one will believe in the clear rewards and punishments that Oda Nobunaga is proud of in the future.

So as long as he doesn't die this time, Hashiba Hideyoshi's status in the Oda family will definitely rise to a higher level and become one of the important ministers. This is why Takenaka Shigeharu was so excited that he pinched her.

Hashiba Hideyoshi, who was born a commoner, married into a low-level samurai family, and finally climbed to the middle-level samurai family, had a glass ceiling above her head.

She couldn't reach the sky by following the steps. Today's opportunity to die would be something she wouldn't be able to wait for a second time in her entire life, so she had to seize it firmly.

If you don't want to waste your whole life in a middle-level martial arts position, you have to use your life to fight for the great power that the concubines hesitate and die without resurrecting.

Hideyoshi's headquarters did not have many men, but the two hundred men given by Oda Nobunaga and the one hundred men given by Niwa Nagahide and Shibata Katsuie must be elites.

It's not that they deliberately pity Hideyoshi, it's just that the aftermath is related to the safety of the retreating army. Without the elite troops, who knows whether Hideyoshi can hold Kanazaki Castle for three days?

After deciding on the most difficult person to die, Oda Nobunaga secretly breathed a sigh of relief and said to Niwa Nagahide on the side.

"Mi Wuniang, you choose the people to go first and set off tonight.

I don’t care if you use coercion, inducement, or other methods, you must stabilize the local samurai family in Wakasa Country and not let them jump out and cause trouble for me at this time."

"Hi!"

Starting from Niwa Nagahide, Oda Nobunaga calmly arranged the tasks.

Although the current situation is very bad, Oda Nobunaga's prestige is very high and he can control the situation. The princesses are panicked but not confused, and they listen to her arrange the order of retreat in an orderly manner.

A military discussion lasted from noon to sunset, and the plan was finally in place.

Finally, Oda Nobunaga clapped his hands and said coldly.

"Today's setback for Echizen was all due to the villain's shameless betrayal! I will never forget this shame, and I will definitely come back!

My concubines, may your military fortunes be prosperous!"

All the concubines kowtowed to the ground and shouted together.

"The Oda family's military fortune is prosperous!"

———

After the military meeting, everyone went their separate ways.

Hashiba Hideyoshi and Takenaka Shigeharu hurried out of the formation, both looking serious.

They reacted quickly enough to seize this opportunity at the end. But whether they can survive and finally take the credit is still unknown.

Just as the two of them were walking quickly with sullen faces, wanting to go back early to discuss the specific details, a call suddenly came from behind them.

"Master Yushiba, please stay."

The two of them turned back together, only to see Akechi Mitsuhide quickly catching up with him, sweating slightly on his forehead, panting and laughing.

Hashiba Hideyoshi subconsciously glanced at Takenaka Shigeharu beside him, and seeing that she was also confused, he stepped forward and smiled.

"Lord Akechi, do you have anything to do with me?"

Akechi Mitsuhide gently wiped away the sweat on his forehead, his graceful movements made Hashiba Hideyoshi secretly envious. She couldn't learn this natural aristocratic temperament, she could only covet it.

Hashiba Hideyoshi was puzzled that although she and Akechi Mitsuhide were both guarding Kyoto, they had little contact with each other.

The biggest intersection between the two people was probably when Akechi Mitsuhide feasted on Shiba Yoshigan in the quiet room of Tofukuji Temple, while Hashiba Hideyoshi stayed with him in the corner outside the house until dawn, and he was so envious that he drooled.

Akechi Mitsuhide bowed slightly and said.

"Hashiba-sama is so loyal that he took the initiative to volunteer to help His Majesty Oda cut off the rear army. I admire you very much."

Hideyoshi Hashiba waved his hands, pretending not to dare, and said shyly.

"Eating the emperor's salary and being loyal to the emperor are the duties that should be performed, and they are not worthy of the praise of wise masters.

I heard that Lord Mingzhi once swore that the world would never be peaceful and would never get married, and because of this he refused to betrothed by the main hall.

You are a loyal and righteous man who cares about the world, is benevolent, righteous and compassionate."

The two of them complimented each other, laughed, and talked nonsense, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.

Hashiba Hideyoshi had this ability, he could talk to people and tell ghosts. Even Shibata Katsuie, who had always disliked her, could not say anything wrong about her and could only despise her for her humble background.

And Akechi Mitsuhide doesn't tolerate any concessions, and she is still very smooth in her superficial skills. Although everyone knows that she is not easy to mess with, she is very popular and has a wide network of contacts.

Oda Nobunaga was dubious about Mitsuhide Akechi's oath, but Hideyoshi Hashiba knew in his heart what the elegant Samurai Hime in front of him had done to Yoshigan Shiba.

What kind of person with lofty ideals for the world? You bitch! Even seven times in one night is not enough for this pervert! I recorded it clearly for her in the corner! A full seven times!

This matter was buried deep in Hashiba Hideyoshi's heart, and he had never mentioned it to anyone, not even Takenaka Shigeharu, who was as close as him.

Oda Nobunaga didn't see clearly Tomomitsu Hide, and Akechi Mitsuhide didn't see clearly Hashiba Hideyoshi, but Hashiba Hideyoshi saw these two people thoroughly in his heart.

At this time, Akechi Mitsuhide did not know that Hashiba Hideyoshi knew his true identity, nor did he know that Hashiba Hideyoshi had great ambitions, so he deliberately concealed this secret and did not inform Oda Nobunaga.

Akechi Mitsuhide was just very interested in this new important minister of the Oda family, so he came to help him and make a good relationship.

In the eyes of others, Hashiba Hideyoshi was destined to die, but Akechi Mitsuhide was confident that she would come back alive.

As long as Hideyoshi Hashiba does not die in Kanazaki Castle, Oda Nobunaga will definitely give generous rewards based on his character.

Mitsuhide Akechi had met Hideyoshi Hashiba back then. The humble Samurai Hime at that time had managed to climb to a garrison position in Kyoto in just a few years by relying on his own efforts. He was very capable.

If Hashiba Hideyoshi can survive this disaster, he will definitely become an important minister of the Oda family. This person is worthy of Akechi Mitsuhide's investment.

The two exchanged pleasantries for a few more words, but Akechi Mitsuhide changed the subject and got down to business.

"It's very difficult for Mr. Yu Chai to go here.

The Asakura family has assembled a total of 20,000 troops. If you take the right measures, it will not be difficult to defend the city for three days, but the difficulty will be retreating.

When the Asakura Asai coalition forces discovered something was wrong, they would definitely pursue it with all their strength, hoping to cause as much damage to the Oda family as possible.

Lord Yuchai, as the imperial army who has cut off the rear, it is easy to defend the city but not easy to escape. If he is caught by the pursuers, the fate is unpredictable."

It is implicit to say that good fortune and misfortune are unpredictable. It is normal for the entire army to be annihilated. If the imperial army cannot get rid of the pursuers and the enemy troops continue to kill them, they will be dead.

If other samurai families encounter Akechi Mitsuhide being so judgmental, it would be embarrassing and they would not look good on her.

But Hideyoshi Hashiba is not an ordinary person. Her journey has been extremely difficult, her body is much softer than ordinary people, and she will never offend others easily.

When she heard Akechi Mitsuhide's words, she showed a sad expression and sighed.

"Yes, this mission is difficult, and most likely you will never come back, and it will be difficult to see Master Akechi again.

I also asked Akechi-sama to say hello to Tsudo-den on my behalf, saying that I always remember his care for me, but I never had the chance to repay him.

This mission...sigh...may never get another chance in the future."

Hideyoshi Hashiba's words were very level. He didn't feel sorry for himself, he just sighed that he could not repay his kindness in this life, and felt sad.

No matter what the purpose of Akechi Mitsuhide's visit, Hashiba Hideyoshi's words are all good and good, and they are watertight.

Akechi Mitsuhide took a deep look at her. This person was good at talking, then shook his head and smiled.

"Hashiba-sama is too pessimistic. You and I are old acquaintances, and you and Tsuta-den have known each other since their infancy, so we can be considered as acquaintances of a poor and humble family.

You are going to a dangerous place, if I stand by and watch without doing anything, Tsudo-den will definitely be very unhappy if he finds out about it in the future."

Hideyoshi Hashiba bowed deeply and said.

"Does Akechi-sama have any good ideas to help me? Hideyoshi is extremely grateful and please give me your advice."

Akechi Mitsuhide smiled, feeling a little wary of this nimble little man.

She has a low profile, flexible methods, and dares to use all available resources to help herself. She is a talent. When she gets ahead, she will definitely be a very powerful person.

Although Akechi Mitsuhide was a little wary, he smiled in relief when he thought of the overlapping conflicts within the Oda retainers.

This powerful person should be left to the important ministers of the Oda retainers group to do my thing.

Akechi Mitsuhide said softly.

"I don't dare to give you advice. I don't know the military operations of the Oda family, and I can't say ignorant words that will hinder your military affairs.

However, the current relationship between Asakura Keiki and Tsutadoden in Tsuruga Port is very good.

I would like to write a letter explaining your relationship with Tsutado-don, please take it with you. If the battle situation is unfavorable and you cannot retreat, you can try to go to Tsuruga Port to temporarily avoid the limelight.

With Tsutadoden’s reputation, Asakura Kageki shouldn’t refuse your asylum.”
To be continued...