Kyoto's geographical location is surrounded by mountains on three sides and faces a river on one side. From the perspective of military defense, the terrain is very bad. If you cannot stand the mountains on three sides, Kyoto will not be absolutely safe. Ashikaga Yoshiki sighed and knew that he was thinking too much.
, after all, we cannot expect Akechi Mitsuhide to kill the 15,000 army with 3,000 men, not to mention the 10,000 troops of Miyoshi Yoshitsugu to the south of Katsuragi River, as well as several defenders of Fushimiyama Castle, Shogunyama Castle, and Nakao Castle.
Side, all it takes is one encirclement and everything is over,
The Miracles of the Battle of Fukakusa and the Battle of Katsuragi can be repeated again and again. The reason why a miracle is a miracle is that it is difficult to copy. No matter the situation, timing, or the response strategies of the generals of the two armies, there is no slight deviation, and it will not achieve the wonderful effect of the original version.
, Akechi Mitsuhide is not Ashikaga Yoshitoki after all, and the current situation may not be the same miracle even if it is changed to Ashikaga Yoshitoki. The gap between 3,000 and 60,000 is too big, and it is impossible to win.
After sorting out the bad mood of bitterness, annoyance and despair, Ashikaga Yoshiki seemed to have become more mature, and said with a smile: "What Iwami Morden wants is nothing more than the little inheritance I have retained! I can give you three
When I handed over the sword to Yoshi, I told him not to forget his identity as an Ashikaga clan and not to live up to my expectations for him."
After that, he waved his hand and the maid came over with three swords. These three swords are Doji Kiri Yasutsuna, Onimaru Kunitsuna, Mikazuki Munechika, Doji Kiri Yasutuna, also known as Spider Kiri. They are the ancestors of Settsu Genji in the middle of the Heian period.
Minamoto no Yorimitsu's sword was named after the sword he used to kill Shuten Doji, and then killed the spider's knee that transformed into a monk. Therefore, it also has an alias, which is the famous knee-giri, which happens to be paired with Onikiri.
As the two famous swords of Qing and Genji to protect the world.
Compared with the great reputation of this famous sword, Onimaru Kunitsuna is much less famous. This sword was owned by Hojo Tokimasa, the first generation of the Kamakura shogunate. It is said that he encountered a ghost haunting him in his dream and used it to kill him.
It was used to kill monsters and later became a famous sword passed down from generation to generation by the Hojo Tokuso family. During the Southern and Northern Dynasties, it fell into the hands of Nitta Yosada and Ashikaga Takauji, and it has been collected by the Ashikaga Shogun family for more than two hundred years.
The least famous tachi is the Mikazuki Munechika. According to legend, this tachi was made by a swordsmith named Munechika in the middle of the Heian period. It has been living abroad for hundreds of years without any well-known legends, and it has never been held by a powerful samurai.
It was collected by the Ashikaga Shogun family during the Northern and Southern Dynasties, and its status is almost the same as that of the Fudo Kuni Bank.
"Speaking of which, I should be grateful to Yoshitoki for his tireless assistance over the years. Without Yoshitoki's hard work in Kyoto, there would be no shogunate today. Without the glory of Kanto, I would not have lived a peaceful life in Nijo Imperial Palace for more than ten years..." Ashikaga Yoshiteru
He sighed: "I have always been unwilling to admit that my skills are inferior to others, but now I still have to say that Yoshitoki is indeed a very, very good warrior, even better than Yu imagined, and may be called the best in the world."
Samurai is more appropriate!"
Mibuchi Fujihide reminded awkwardly: "Your Highness Kōkata! Aren't you the best warrior in the world? You are the General of the Conquest of Yi and the pillar of the Gen clan!"
Ashikaga Yoshiki knew the little thoughts of the shogunate. He smiled and said: "That's right, that's why I have always been unwilling to admit that I am inferior to him! Today, the shogunate is like the sunset, and it is not long. I want to take this opportunity to
The title of the best warrior in the world is passed on to Yoshitoki..."
Hattori Chief's dull expression suddenly changed, and he said: "I have a heartfelt request. I boldly and respectfully request His Highness Kōkō to leave some calligraphy treasures so that His Highness Kōkō can be vindicated in the future."
"I know what you mean...you still want to seek that status for your master, right? Sure enough! Are they all trying to find ways to get Yu's position? Sure enough..." Ashikaga Yoshiki laughed loudly, laughing so relaxedly
There was no pressure. So much so that tears quietly ran down their cheeks without even realizing it. The ministers knelt on the ground with their eyes as red and swollen as goldfish bubbles. The young warrior quietly wiped away his tears, feeling indignant at what had happened to the general.
Ashikaga Yoshiteru ordered his retainers to fetch the four treasures of the study, but found that Yubi had died in front of the battle. In his eagerness, he could not find pen, ink, paper and inkstone, so he had to cut off half of the sleeves from Ashikaga Yoshiteru's white hunting clothes and dip them in the blood stains flowing from his body.
Using a finger pen, he wrote a blood letter with more than a hundred words. At the end, he did not forget to take out the copper seal and meticulously stamped it with his own monogram.
"This is an irregular royal teaching letter, but it is ultimately the last letter left in the world. In any case, it should be regarded as a souvenir for future generations. I hope you will take care of yourself..."
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Hattori Baochang left anyway, and hurriedly left the Nijo Imperial Palace with more than a dozen remaining swordsmen. If he didn't leave, he wouldn't even have a chance to leave. The latest intelligence has developed in the worst direction, and Miyoshi Yoshitsugi saw the right opportunity to do his best.
Ten thousand troops entered Kyoto in large numbers and seized control of the Miyoshi Army in the name of protecting Ashikaga Yoshiaki. At the same time, they also successfully forced Akechi Mitsuhide back to Jishoji Temple.
Even if Ashikaga Yoshiteru wanted to escape at this time, he would have no chance. The retainers of the shogunate still guarded the Nijo Imperial Palace and were unwilling to leave. Even if they really didn't know where else to go after leaving the Nijo Imperial Palace, they always hated the hypocrisy and ambitious Ashikaga Yoshiki.
At that time, Ashikaga Yoshiaki, who was even more disgusted with being unfaithful, unfilial, benevolent and unjust, fled to the outside of the city to linger and died while being cursed and pointed at his spine. It was better to die together in the Nijo Imperial Palace.
"The military drums are beating again, Iwami Shoden really doesn't deceive me!" Ashikaga Yoshiki laughed and said: "Bring the wine! I want to have the last drink with you, and then we will meet again under the underworld.
Got it!"
Regardless of the filthiness of the ground, Settsu Haruto knelt down with his family members and said with tears in his eyes: "Thank you, His Highness, for the gift!"
Ashikaga Yoshiki picked up the wine glass and drank it down, then refilled the glass and drank it down in one gulp. He then said: "I have done many evil things in my life! I really have no chance to go to the West to enjoy the pure land of bliss, but my mother
Your Excellency, you have been compassionate throughout your life, and you have always observed the strict rules, fasting, and vegetarianism. After death, you will be reborn in the Paradise of Paradise! Therefore, I will not give this wine to Mother!"
Qingshouyuan shook his head and said: "The poor nun has been walking in a hazy way for the past twenty years. He is only busy eating fast and chanting Buddha to gain peace of mind, but he has not accumulated much good deeds. After all, he wants to accompany your father to the lower world."
At this time, the gate of the imperial palace was knocked open again, and thousands of Miyoshi troops swarmed in. Matsunaga very carefully sent out a mixed combination of the iron artillery team and the ashigaru team, and broke into the imperial palace without hesitation.
A few shots were used to cheer him up. As soon as the Sanhao Army arrived, the remaining Feng Gongzhong rushed into the formation to fight without saying a word. They did not last long before disappearing from the formation.
Ashikaga Yoshiteru retreated to the Imperial Palace with a dozen minor surnames and a group of important ministers and family members, and then ordered the maids: "The bloody fight with swords and swords is really indecent. Take your mother and the Jinshi's wife to the side hall to take refuge! The last thing I want is not to die.
It’s suitable for you to see.”
Qingshouyuan refused and said, "What's not to see? The nun just saw a lot of dead warriors."
In fact, Ashikaga Yoshiki still doesn't want his mother to die, because he knows that there is Ashikaga Yoshiaki in the opposite formation. I believe that no matter how stupid this stupid boy is, he will not be so crazy as to attack his mother. Miyoshi Yoshitsugi, Miyoshi three people
There is no reason for Matsunagahide and others to provoke an old nun who has been celibate for many years. This is the only filial piety that a son can do.
Keijuin was unwilling to submit, so Ashikaga Yoshiki used the reason that women should not interfere in men's affairs, and forced the maids to escort Keijuin from the back door of the Imperial Palace to the side hall.
And sent it over, although he didn't know whether the little attendant could successfully give birth to the child. He still had a glimmer of hope to keep this flame. Men should die when they die, and women should not die with them.
The samurai who retreated into the castle closed the four doors tightly and put up a desperate resistance in the fight between trapped beasts. At this time, Ashikaga Yoshiaki also came to the outside of the castle on a shoulder cart and shouted loudly to Ashikaga Yoshiki inside the castle.
Said: "Brother, I am here, please listen to what I have to say! Today, the country is in danger and the mountains and rivers are hanging upside down. The Kanto kingdoms, the source of the world's troubles, have been conquered by the villain Ashikaga Yoshiki. I heard about Ashikaga Yoshiki and often have the intention of changing heirs and seizing the throne.
!
This man is a tiger and wolf who claims to be a shogun in Kanto and has set up many institutions to exercise arbitrary power. Up to this point, the Eastern Kingdom only knows that there is a shogunate, but does not know that there is a shogun. I don't know why my brother tolerates and allows this villain to take over. It's just that
I always had a desire to revitalize the shogunate in my heart, so I decided to boldly ask for the position of general when my brother had no heirs. I am willing to inherit the position of general of Zhengyi as my adopted son, and I will not forget my brother's kindness when I work hard in the future.
also!"
Across the door, Ashikaga Yoshiteru sneered: "Listening to what you said, I can see that your hypocrisy is too pretentious to let Ashikaga Yoshitoki! It's not as good as Ashikaga Yoshitoki's great contribution to our shogunate. You have not achieved even an inch of success, and you have lost the hearts of the people.
But he dares to claim that he represents the people of the world and the imperial court to replace him. He is content as a puppet of the Sanhao family and ignores the great hatred of his late father, Wansong Yuandian. He is obsessed with plotting to usurp the throne and does not hesitate to use a large army to force him. This is
He is an unfaithful, unjust, unfilial and disloyal person!"
"...Hmph!" Ashikaga Yoshiaki's teeth were itching with hatred, but he had nothing to do with his brother. He simply waved his sleeves and retreated to the shoulder cart to close his eyes and rest. Miyoshi Choitsu immediately understood and urged the attack, and the golden drums sounded in unison.
Again, arrows and iron cannons crackled like the sound of the imperial palace being beaten by the strong wind and rain.
After attacking for a while, the shogunate simply huddled in the imperial palace and could not get out. Every exit was blocked by debris. The Miyoshi army was unable to enter and entered a stalemate. So the three armies ceased their activities. Ashikaga Yoshiaki walked down the shoulder again and said: "Brother.
But what's going to happen tomorrow? Ashikaga Yoshitoki will become a serious trouble to the shogunate. This thief will not eliminate the trouble for the shogunate. My brother indulges him for his own selfish purposes, but he forgets all the laws and regulations of the country's foundation. This is the shogunate's response.
Fulfill your duty?"
At this time, the sky was dark in the evening, and a burst of dark clouds came from the southwest to cover the sky. The three good soldiers lit torches to illuminate the dark night sky. The four doors of the imperial palace were closed for the last resistance, but the three good soldiers were very embarrassed. The dog bit the hedgehog.
Having no idea what to say, Miyoshi and the three of them discussed for a long time and did not dare to act rashly. Ashikaga Yoshiaki continued to persuade him to surrender.
Ashikaga Yoshiaki paced anxiously and continued: "Although I have no fame or merit, I have an innocent heart that cares about the safety of the shogunate. With this sincerity, why should my brother insist on not abdicating his position?
What? How about we just leave the imperial palace and everything should be carried out according to normal laws. Although I am not talented, I can restrain the three armies from rash action. I am willing to guarantee that the lives of all the kings are not violated. How about the original territory should be secured? "
But he didn't want to hide in the imperial palace. There was a burst of laughter, and then he heard Ashikaga Yoshiki sneer: "In ancient times, there were five rebellions: killing fathers and mothers, slandering Buddha and destroying temples, but now there are those who kill brothers and destroy kings, and rebel and usurp the throne!
Ashikaga Yoshiaki! I asked you if you have etiquette in your heart. Do you know how difficult it is for the shogunate inherited from your grandfather! If you want to destroy the 200-year-old foundation of our shogunate with your own selfishness, you are a villain of my Ashikaga family! Do you want to
Come and sit on this general's throne yourself!"
"It's so stupid, keep attacking!" Ashikaga Yoshiaki said angrily and walked away.
Matsunagahide raised his head and saw dark clouds coming from the distant mountains like a black tide. From time to time, thunder could be seen flashing and rolling, as if containing astonishing destructive power. He couldn't help but anxiously urged: "There will be a heavy rain soon. We must do it as soon as possible."
Hurry up!"
Miyoshi Yoshitsugu also came to the front of the battle at this time, urging the attack on the grounds that it was already too late and the attack could not be carried out for a long time. Several pressures fell on the front line general Matsunaga Michi, forcing him to send out the iron artillery team to quickly assemble the formation.
They stood in a row, half-kneeling and taking aim at a distance of only ten steps from the imperial palace gate, while the anxious Matsunaga was holding a tachi and personally supervising the battle.
The effect of the general's personal suppression of the formation was extraordinary, and the iron artillery team lit the match ropes and loaded ammunition a few minutes faster. Matsuzuki Nagamichi raised his sword and pointed forward and shouted loudly: "Shoot!"
The iron cannons were blasting like firecrackers, and white gunpowder smoke filled the air. Amidst the golden-red light and smoke, you could faintly hear screams and screams, as well as angry curses. Matsunaga was unable to care about these, and he waved his sword like a frustrated gambler.
Disciple, shouted: "Don't stop! Shoot!"
"shooting!"
"Faster! Faster! Shoot!"
Five hundred iron cannon ashigaru were arranged in five rows. The front row retreated and the rear rows took turns to take up positions. The experienced iron cannon ashigaru quickly entered the array and squatted to aim and fire. The withdrawn iron cannon ashigaru retreated to the back row to clean up.
Loading ammunition into the gun chamber, everything is in order, showing that the Sanhao Army has put a lot of effort into iron cannon training in the past ten years.
In the evening when the storm was about to come, every samurai was anxious due to the sultry and humid climate. The clothes in his body were soaked with sweat and stuck to his body. Wearing leather anklets in the hot summer was more uncomfortable than being stabbed. Many samurai
I felt that what I was wearing was not armor at all, but a set of torture instruments.
Ordinary samurai were like this, and Matsunaga Toichi, who was under military orders, felt even more uncomfortable. Regardless of the sweat on his head, it flowed down his face and throat to the skirt of his clothes, and he shouted the order in a voice as hoarse as a broken gong: "Shoot!"