Eastern Buddhist society attaches great importance to ethics and morals. The Wu family pays relatively little attention to ethics and morals. It is not uncommon for fathers and brothers to treat each other as enemies and even fight against each other. However, as a famous Wu family and the top of the entire Wu family ecosystem, it always has to represent the face of the entire group, so
When Ashikaga Yoshitoki started fasting and chanting sutras, he got the collective support of the Kanto samurai group, so hundreds of people knelt on futons and chanted sutras with sad faces.
Not only did Ashikaga Yoshitoki need a good reputation, but all the samurai families under the Kanto Shogunate also wanted a good reputation. For this reason, Ashikaga Yoshitoki also specially ordered Yoshitoki to write several letters of appreciation at once to thank him for participating in the chanting of sutras to save the heroes who died in the Eiroku Great Rebellion.
samurai, this is equivalent to a certificate issued by the Kanto Shogunate, telling the world that this was indeed the case during this period.
The idea of weeping spirits was not popular in ancient Japanese society. Ashikaga Yoshitoki originally thought about having a crying scene to win people's hearts, but after careful consideration, he realized that doing so would lose the majesty of the lord. Crying like a son or daughter would not only win people over, but
If it is not popular, it will make the retainers think that the image of the monarch is too ungraceful, like a useless woman, rather than a brave and serious general.
The millennium-old aristocratic tradition passed down from the Asuka Era to the present day is extremely heavy. It is no better than the three-hundred-year cycle of chaos in the Central Plains dynasties. This small closed society of the island country has always maintained its original stubborn traditions. The ministers can only see smiles but never see them.
When it comes to crying, high-ranking nobles can only show their majesty without feeling sad, while the Wu family advocates the custom of remaining unchanged even if Mount Tai collapses in front of them.
Imagine the experience of Ashikaga Yoshitoki. He lost his parents at a young age and had nothing to rely on. At the age of 18, he took all his belongings and went west to Rakukyo. This started twenty years of magnificent and legendary samurai history. Growing up, he never knew what tears were.
He always maintains a wise, decisive and far-sighted attitude, guiding the Ashikaga family to overcome difficulties and obstacles, and finally achieves the hegemony of Kanto. It is difficult for his sudden tears to be understood by the family members of the generation.
Although there is no custom of crying in this era, there is an extreme custom of committing seppuku. For example, Xiao Liangchuan Zongchao committed seppuku in front of the tomb of Date Yuzong. Miyoshi Yixian committed seppuku at the same time. At the same time, the servants of all surnames died collectively. Ma Huizhong must fight hard.
To die, one must commit seppuku and commit suicide. There are countless examples of those who commit seppuku and commit suicide for their lord. Ashikaga Yoshitoki cannot be allowed to commit seppuku and commit suicide for Ashikaga Yoshiteru. That would be unreliable.
This custom is not absolute. It depends on the personal understanding of the martyr. Generally, if the lord's general dies unexpectedly, the servant Ma Hui must die to an understandable extent. The family members of the generation will basically not die for the lord. They can choose to mourn or go further.
It was after Miyoshi Yoshiken's death that he was ordained as a monk. His family members became monks one after another, and Shinohara's eldest son became a monk, Shiyun. Shinohara's former chief became a monk and escaped, and Ichinomiya Narisuke became a monk. This is exactly the reason.
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It is a pity that Ashikaga Yoshitoki could neither commit seppuku nor become a monk. He was a mature monarch and not an ordinary samurai who was emotionally driven. Ashikaga Yoshitaka was killed and not many people were sad. The death of Minamoto Minatomo did not arouse the conscience of the imperial family.
It is true that Ashikaga Yoshiteru was very kind to the Kanto Ashikaga family, but he could not abandon his family and career and pay such a high price.
At this moment, the chaos in Kyoto is unclear, and it is at a critical moment for the Kanto Ashikaga family to make a decision. As a monarch, he must not be emotional for personal friendship. The method he chose was to temporarily stay in a useful body and pray for the general for a hundred days to transcend his death.
Undead, even this is not easy.
Chanting sutras during the day and discussing government affairs at night. Ashikaga Yoshitoki is the owner of more than a dozen territorial kingdoms. There are many things to care about every day. He often holds meetings from the evening until midnight before resting. It goes without saying how hard it is during this period, but it still needs to be done.
It is much easier than in previous years when the military and political powers were all in control, and everything had to be interfered with, and people had to get up early and work late all day.
With the assistance of a professional staff team, detailed and programmed rules for his every move and movement, and even pre-designed the content of those conversations, etc., ensure that the general Ashikaga Yoshitoki will not encounter any accidents and always remain calm and steady as a mountain.
This gesture was not designed for Ashikaga Yoshitoki himself, but a valuable asset left to future generations.
It was night, with wind and rain, lightning and thunder, and the storm rolled up big waves that beat mercilessly against the solid seawall. At this moment, the lights in the side hall of Tsuruoka Hachimangu Shrine were brightly lit.
The ministers lined up in a neat line and knelt down in front of them. Ashikaga Yoshitoki, wearing linen clothes and a bowl with a scroll on his head, sat cross-legged on the futon with a sad expression and sighed: "In less than a hundred days since His Highness the Shogun, someone is planning to cause chaos in Dewa Kingdom.
The commotion, the commotion in the Mutsu Kingdom, and the Satomi family in Kanto still have serious and persistent illnesses that cannot be cured for a long time, which is really a headache!"
Oyama Takato thought that he was worried about the war ahead, so he persuaded him: "Don't worry, Your Majesty. Mogami Kyoushuden is stationed in Oshu to fight against the bandits. There are Date Kyoushuden, Ashina Shuden, Soma Tanshoden, and Kasai Kyo next to him.
Oshu samurai such as Zhaoden, Osaki Kyoushuden, Naito Bingo Shouden, etc. are assisting us. It is not difficult to come and control Oshu. Your Highness, please believe in the abilities of the samurai."
Ashikaga Yoshitoki shook his head and said: "What I am worried about is not that the princes of Oshu are not doing things well, but that I am worried about the inexhaustible swarm of swarms! It should be noted that my tolerance has limits, and the situation in Gyeonggi cannot tolerate it.
If there is any delay, the imperial family must reorganize and sort things out. I cannot let these trivial matters stop me from moving forward."
The old and thin Mitsukane Numata suddenly walked out of the corner and said loudly: "What His Highness Kōkata said is true! However, I think it is best to attack Kinai first. Taking advantage of my connections in Hokuriku, I can launch a surprise attack with the navy."
Tsuruga Port seizes Wakasa Province, which happens to be integrated with the three northern Omi counties. At that time, it may be possible to attack the Asakura family from the east and west in one fell swoop and open up the important joint of Raku on the Hokuriku Road. Great achievements can be expected from this!"
His speech immediately attracted the attention of many samurai. Numata Hikaru was not allowed to join the Imperial Order, and his status within the group was never high. He was looked down upon many times just because of his special status. This time he was looked down upon.
The lofty speech attracted the collective attention of the retainers, and the octogenarian raised his head in disapproval, as if to say that you young people are still not as cool as me.
The elder Yukitaka Sanada of the Genedai family was on duty in Edo and was absent from the meeting. Instead, his legitimate son Yoshiyuki Sanada attended the meeting on his behalf. This young man was sitting at the back of the seat representing his father's actions. He happened to see the old man staggering to the middle.
Bai spoke. Then he retorted: "That's not right! How can we raise troops outside if we are not at peace internally? If a dangerous place in our inner circle causes trouble, and the army's morale is shaken and the soldiers are defeated, won't we die without a burial place?"
Another recently popular and powerful advocate, Nagano Yoshiguchi, followed up and said: "It is indeed inappropriate. The naval-based tactics have too many flaws. Not to mention that the main force of the navy is now concentrated in Kanto, and the Hokuriku Navy is close to
There has been no development for seven years, and it is extremely difficult for the large navy to cooperate with the Hokuriku operation. It is extremely inappropriate to say that this logistical pressure and the strategy of emphasizing the north and the south are not in the interests of Kanto."
Honda looked up at his old father-in-law, shook his head secretly at the old man's jumping up and down behavior, and said slowly: "The eight kingdoms of Kanto are the most important places in the heart, and the key to opening up the key points in Kanto is in the Kingdom of Kai, one of the ten kingdoms of Kanto.
One, the core of the Kai Takeda clan, as long as the Kai Takeda clan makes a slight movement, the main force of Hokuriku will not be able to come back for a while, and the key points of Kanto's inner circle will be exposed in front of the enemy, and they will be seriously injured even if they do not die. "
What you said is that your old man is talking nonsense. But Numata Mitsukane was squeezed so hard that some young samurai put mocking expressions on their faces. They almost scolded him for being ignorant and ignorant. In recent years, Numata Mitsukane has served as
When Hokuriku took the second battle, he thought he had a plan. He ran around here and there all day long, just to attract a group of fans of the "Hokuriku Speedy Attack". He was indeed "close" to success, at least he himself was
Think so.
Another son-in-law, Kitahata Tobo, said: "There's no need to repeat the old tunes like the Hokuriku Speedy Attack, right? The internal peace of the eight Kanto countries needs to purge Yuo and calm Kanto, strengthen the binding force and execution of the law, and then control the Tokaido.
The Takeda clan, the great enemy of Kai Kishu, should not choose Hokurikudo from any consideration, at least it should not be a priority."
Numata Hikaru was silent, and the passage of time left deep marks on his face. This old man in his seventies has lost his former glory. Ashikaga Yoshitoki once talked to him and suggested that he
He retired from service within the year and spent his remaining years in Edo Castle. As for the post of Hokuriku, he was handed over to his son Numata Yumitsu.
The old man is still very unwilling. His grandson Matsuchiyo is ten years old and is very well-behaved and smart. However, he is getting further and further away from the path he expected to fight for heir. The so-called common people fighting for heir has completely become a laughing stock in the family. If it were not for the concern about the Numata family
Sons-in-law are all extremely capable, and someone will definitely criticize Numada Hikaru in front of him for his lack of shame and lack of knowledge about how to advance or retreat.
Ashikaga Yoshitoki didn't intend to embarrass his old father-in-law. He only had three living father-in-laws in total. Nagao Torahime's father Nagao Mikake had passed away many years ago, and Oda Inu and Oda City's father Oda Nobuhide died fifteen years ago.
, Ii Naotora's father Ii Naomori died in the Battle of Okehazama, these are all dead.
Of the three living father-in-laws, Mogami Yoshihime's father Mogami Yoshimori is half-dead living in seclusion in Yamagata Castle. Mochizuki Yoshino's father Mochizuki Yoshitomi is still guarding the family business in Koka. Only Numata Sandalwood's old father lives in Ashikaga Yoshino.
Under Shi's nose, there are a group of powerful sons-in-law who are helping the center, and even if they do things unethically, they still have to give them some face.
"How can you achieve great things by looking forward and looking back?" Ashikaga Yoshitoki gently stroked the two carefully trimmed beards at the corners of his mouth and said calmly: "The Kai Takeda family is not as sick as scabies, and there is no need to panic about the Mutsu chaos. A few small actions will let you wait.
If we are facing a formidable enemy, we will have to be at a loss when sending our troops to Luo in the future. This is not possible!"
The clan retainers paused to listen to the instruction, but many people still murmured in their hearts that the fifteen countries in the Kantobei Rikuyu and other areas were under the jurisdiction of the Kanto Shogunate. It seemed to be a vast territory with quite a lot of territories, from east to west.
It spans almost half of Honshu Island. It is not enough for such a large area to have 100,000 soldiers guarding various places, especially those newly attached areas. According to traditional views, it will take at least one to two generations and decades of hard work and kindness to gradually form a place.
Trust, hope and influence.
Ashikaga Yoshitoki reprimanded: "I know that what you are thinking and worrying about is nothing more than the undecided hearts of the new people in the country and the need to recuperate and build up prestige. Even if you think about it, you still can't cover the gains and losses of the time and place.
Overemphasis on people's trust and hope but forgetting that the East Kingdom's peace of mind is an irreversible trend. Even if the big and small attacks continue in recent years, so what? Can it affect the stability of Kanto? Can it win the hearts and minds of the people?"
It was only then that the family members of the genealogy family suddenly realized that it was no wonder that in the past few years, people from all over the country had started to rebel. At the beginning, people from several counties started to rebel at the same time, and they were suppressed, beheaded and exiled. Then they were reduced to one county to rebel again, and then they were suppressed and continued to engage in rebellion.
Not even a single county could be controlled, and the stubborn villages were marked one by one through repeated sieges. In the end, the army raided and captured these villages collectively. They were all sent to Sado Island to wear armor and serve as slaves.
Ashikaga Yoshitoki firmly believed in one thing. Suppression of the Ichiku can only be established through a combination of killing and exile. The childish idea of educating them to be fearful of power and be virtuous is completely like a chicken talking to a duck, playing the harp to a cow, and the founding of the Amilian nation has not yet been born.
At the beginning, they carried out bloody massacres of Indians. They believed that only dead Indians were good Indians.
This article also applies to the Kanto General Mansion. Anyone who gathers a crowd to make a fuss will be killed as a rule, and anyone who is rebellious will be exiled as a rule. No mercy can be given to the elderly, weak, women and children. The criminals must pay the price for their recklessness. War
It has always been bloody and ruthless. Only naive people would try to educate aliens who are enemies of life and death.
Ashikaga Yoshiki glanced around, but no one dared to raise his head to look at him, and then slowly said: "Some remnants of the land-lost ronin were unwilling to fail, and gathered various Shougan masters from all over the country to start an army to rebel. This was against the remaining orders of the Eastern Kingdom.
However, those who violate the regulations will not be forgiven regardless of their relative status or status. If they rebel once, they will be killed. If they rebel, they will be killed again. If they rebel in any place, they will kill them all. Just kill all the rebellious people and then recruit immigrants from Kanto. There will be nothing left.
I feel bad. What are you worried about?"
"Respecting tradition is a virtue. Tradition represents history and records the footsteps of the ancestors' struggles. Respecting tradition means knowing loyalty, righteousness and integrity, but not every tradition is worthy of respect. Local famous owners and local servants will form gangs and gather in the mountains and forests in order to consolidate themselves.
Following the bad deeds of those bandits and bandits, some of them colluded with the local people to form a large force. When traveling, they crowded in front and behind in a grand manner comparable to that of a county guard.
The edicts of the shogunate were obeyed and rejected. Such people were called evil parties in the Kamakura period. How could the tradition of such evil parties be worthy of my respect? What surprised me even more was that you actually wanted to treat these
The evil party has repeatedly made concessions. Is it because they are worried that they will become too powerful to control themselves while living under the shogunate, or are they colluding with you?"
Ashikaga Yoshitoki's few words made the lords of the country break into cold sweats and dare not speak. Although the Kamakura shogunate established the samurai ruling system and gradually dismantled the serf manor system that was popular in the Heian period, the consequent formation of the Somura autonomous union was in the ascendant, especially in various places.
There are still a large number of remnants of the serf manor system in areas far away from Gyeonggi.
The feudal lord of the village official, like a local emperor, spent money to buy a patronage privilege from the court or a large temple in Kyoto, and still exercised power over the villagers. Even if the Kanto Shogunate issued repeated orders to abolish the estate system and the privileges of the lord,
However, these people broke into pieces and sneaked into each village, and still exercised strong control over the village.
Each famous family is a powerful local servant, with dozens of strong men, equipped with armor and war horses. They can easily control two to three hundred rebels of land through various means, and they can still rely on force to coerce farmers into being reduced to serfs to cultivate the land for them.
Being driven by them, you can even obtain the right of first night for peasant women and the privilege of buying and selling people at will.
These people are a headache because they have penetrated into the grassroots units of the Kanto Legion and become minions in the major legions or ashigaru-gumi leaders and bantou at the grassroots level, or they have become mounted samurai waiting for dispatch in Edo Castle.
In the past few years, there have been many places where a fire has been burning but the spring breeze has blown it, and it has a lot to do with the fact that there are traitors among these grassroots warriors.
Hosokawa Fujitaka frowned and said: "In the past few years, state inspections have encountered many obstacles. Many villages have not hesitated to gather crowds to resolutely resist the inspections. They mobilized a large army to suppress and only caught three or five leaders on the stage. The ones hidden behind the scenes were
People always go unpunished, just like the chronic diseases in society that give people endless headaches!”
Matsui Yukan reflected: "In order to investigate the local resistance to the law, we also asked Mochizuki An Yun Shoden to participate as a coordinator. Unfortunately, there were many local forces involved, and the intertwined relationships were extremely troublesome. We were also worried about being involved.
It was our fault that we repeatedly tolerated the situation without thinking about the hidden danger of causing chaos."
The members of the public reviewed one by one and analyzed the dangers of local forces bit by bit. Ashikaga Yoshitoki's brows furrowed more and more. He hit the tatami with a folding fan and said: "You know how much you know about these villains."
He was so detailed, yet he could keep pretending not to know and letting things go... which made Yu feel very surprised and chilled!"
The ministers bowed their heads in panic and said: "We dare not deceive His Highness, but..."
Ashikaga Yoshito waved his hand to interrupt and said seriously: "The matter has reached this point and there is no need to say more. From now on, it involves the implementation of the prosecutor's office. Those in charge will be held accountable one by one. All the samurai involved will be arrested regardless of their status. I want to see what happens.
What audacious people dare to cause trouble in Kanto and treat Yu's orders as child's play!"
Soon after the meeting, the imperial prosecutors issued corresponding punishments. The prosecutor in charge of the prosecution was suspended from duty for self-examination. Many prosecutors were demoted and returned to the imperial prosecutor agency for redeployment. As many as dozens of prosecutors were implicated. Starting within each legion,
To improve military discipline, samurai involved in sensitive areas were handed over to Monomichi Chief Hattori Masakiyoshi for independent interrogation.
At the same time, a secret order was issued to the chief generals of each town corps, ordering them to carry out a wave of military suppression in Yikui's sensitive areas, and with the cooperation of internal lines, to capture hundreds of hidden commanders of Yikui, which greatly reduced the arrogance of the resistance forces in various places and suppressed them.
The Lianpanzhong quickly followed up and conducted a new round of land inspections in the Ichiku area. They used administrative decrees to forcibly dismantle the original village system and replaced them with highly loyal farmers from Ueno and Shinano Provinces.
Break the original dominance relationship of the manor system.
The Ichiku rebellion on the Hosui Peninsula was led by Nobusada Obata and Yoshiyuki Sanada to counter the rebellion. Admiral Kuuki Takamochi provided corresponding support. Later, Yoshimitsu Mogami was ordered to serve as the general, and Terumune Date served as the vanguard to lead the Mutsu garrison.
The army went to various places to suppress the rebellion, focusing on the remnants of the two families in Anton and the south.
Throughout the summer, Ashikaga Yoshitoki stayed in Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and turned a blind eye to the wars in Kanto and Mutsu. The Kanto samurai clearly felt that the Kanto government was brewing, and perhaps it would cause a storm one day in the future. .(To be continued, please search Piaotian Literature, the novels will be better and updated faster!
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