In Yuezhong, more than sixty people rode all the way east.
At this time, Uesugi Teruhu was extremely excited. She really liked to fight and win the war.
Yiyin frowned at the side, it was so peaceful along the way, there was no obstruction or interrogation at all.
He exchanged a few words of concern with Naoe Kanetsugu, causing Uesugi Teruhora in front to slow down his horse and walk alongside him.
"There is no need to worry, the strength of the Shenbao family is only more than 100,000 shi, and during the spring plowing time, the Chief Shenbao will not be able to do any tricks.
She must have chosen to block me with military force on the road I must pass, to spare my life."
Seeing that she had a battle to fight, Yiyin looked extremely excited and said angrily.
“Even if your guess is good, you can’t take it lightly.
The war is about life and death, and the rise and fall of the family. Sister Shangshan, you have to be more cautious."
His words made Terutora Uesugi interested and asked.
"Oh? Then according to Duke Qianxin, what is the purpose of fighting?"
Yiyin said seriously.
"It's to protect the people you care about, to prevent unacceptable tragedies from happening within your sight, and for peace of mind and responsibility."
Terutora Uesugi was stunned for a moment, then laughed so loudly that he almost fell off his horse.
Yiyin was nervous before the war and could not help but show some sincerity. Being laughed at like this, he immediately became angry and scolded.
"Is it so ridiculous?"
Seeing his shame and anger, Uesugi Teruhora shook his head repeatedly and said.
"No, I'm not mocking, just feeling.
Mr. Qianxin is proud, but he is a man after all, and this innocence is worth protecting with my life."
Her affectionate words did not win Yiyin's favor, but got a blank stare.
"Are you talking about my husband's kindness?"
Shangshan Huihu saw that it was counterproductive, he smiled and said seriously.
"These are troubled times, Lord Kenshin. Human lives are like grass, and cherry blossoms bloom and wither in an instant.
Your beliefs are kind, but in order to protect your innocence, I don’t know how many people have to silently bear the price behind you."
Yiyin sneered and didn't want to say any more. He whipped him twice, and the horse rushed away from the pain and stopped walking side by side.
Behind him, Terutora Uesugi looked at him with doting eyes and did not take his rudeness to heart.
No matter how stubborn he is, he is still a man and does not truly understand the cruelty of the Wu family society.
Terutora Uesugi's mother was the one who suppressed the superiors. She had seen many dirty tricks and despicable tricks in Echigo since she was a child, so she naturally knew that the disputes in the samurai family could not tolerate even the slightest kindness.
The reason for being wild is because you can see clearly. The defeat of the Wu family is the biggest mistake. As long as they can win, everything is right.
Mr. Qianxin, for every bit of innocence you have, there will be someone behind you to bear the price for you.
One part of your humanity must be exchanged for someone else's 100% bestiality.
I just don’t know where these people are suffering silently and guarding your smile.
Teruhora Uesugi tightened the reins in his hands, and the horse rushed forward.
From today on, count me in.
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Etsuchu is a territorial kingdom in the middle section of the Hokurikudo that borders Toyama Bay to the north. Its territory is sandwiched into a U-shape by Toyama Bay and the Hida Mountains.
The hills and rivers within the territory are densely populated, especially around the border between Fuyo-gun and Shinkawa-gun. The complex terrain has become a natural dividing line between the two Jimbo-Shiina territories.
Jinbo Nagasaki broke through the Kamtsugawa River and built Toyama Castle. He also advanced step by step along the river shaped like a river, compressing the territory of the Shiina family.
Although they encountered a head-on attack by Uesugi Teruhu, the river was blocked and logistics was not smooth. At the end of the year, the army had to return to Echigo for repairs.
The territory of Shinkawa County between the Jintsu River and the Shiroiwa River is still in the hands of the Jinbo Choji.
The bottom of the U-shaped territory sandwiched between Toyama Bay and the Hida Mountains is in this area, so there are very few routes to choose from.
The Ueno Castle in the south is blocked by the mountain road into the Hida Mountains. Naturally, Uesugi Terutora would not be stupid enough to attack the castle with a knight on horseback.
Then, there are not many options for taking the Omori River.
The mountains and rivers here are close together and the water flow is fast. The spring tide rises after the snow melts in spring, which restricts the movement of the cavalry.
Only the river bed in the Masekou area is gentle, and the water depth at this time is no more than covering the feet. It is the only place suitable for Uesugi Teruhora to cross on horseback.
Jinbo Changzhi has been waiting here for five days. She does not believe that Nagao Kagetora (Uesugi Terutora) has other options.
The spring plowing is already halfway through, and Nagao Kagetora must return home immediately. If she is too late, she will face the flames of war everywhere.
The chief priest of the gods remained calm, but Terajima Shisada, who came to help, was a little impetuous and said.
"Your Highness, it's already this time and there's still no trace of Nagao Kagetora. Is there any change in Fufu County?"
The chief priest glanced at her.
Terashima Jobsada took the initiative to lead the Jinbo retainers from the Shinkawa County area to come to support.
Although there was a shortage of manpower during the spring plowing season, they still managed to gather thirty to fifty warriors and more than two hundred ashigaru.
Although he knew that she had selfish motives, the Chief Divine Protector was still very satisfied with this proactive attitude and comforted her many times these days.
But what she said today made the Divine Protector frown a little.
The conflict between the new leader samurai family and the old leader samurai family is getting deeper and deeper. Terajima Shisei is pouring dirty water on Ojima Shizhen of Fufu County behind his back, accusing her of secretly colluding with Nagao Kagetora.
Just as the chief priest was about to speak, a warrior warrior rushed outside the shogunate and kowtowed to report.
"Your Highness, there is movement. There are more than sixty knight knights coming this way."
The Chief Divine Protector stood up from the ground and walked quickly outside, giving orders as he walked.
"send troops!
Form an array along the river, prepare three more spears, horse spears, large naginata, bows and arrows, and follow me."
The Chief Divine Protector stationed troops on the east bank, using the river as a barrier, and strictly guarded the Mase Pass. This was to prevent the horse-riding warriors from raiding the pass.
During the spring plowing season, she had less than 200 warriors on hand, but more than 400 ashigaru.
In addition, Terashima's reinforcements were not completely sure that Nagao Kagetora would be left behind, so they could only rely on riverbeds and bows to prevent the cavalry from charging into the formation.
All the elites under the command of the Chief Divine Protector were busy but not in a hurry. When they saw the cavalry on the other side approaching, they were ready to prepare.
On the west bank, Yiyin trembled when he saw the tight military formation. It would not be worth it if many elites were killed if they forced the formation.
He turned around and asked.
"Sister Shangshan, is there any other way?
Now that it is confirmed that the Chief Divine Protector is here, with the speed of our cavalry, we can completely get rid of them, cross the river in another place, and cross the border without fighting."
Terutora Uesugi answered while observing the other side carefully.
“The Omori River area is bounded by rapids and cliffs to the north, and the mountain road to the south is blocked by Ueno Castle.
If you don't want to cross the river here, then we have no choice but to attack the city in the south and seize the road.
Most of the three-day rations of beans and beans that I carried with me have been consumed, and I will have some trouble getting through Maseguchi today."
Yiyin frowned when he heard this. No matter how uncomfortable it was to fight in the wild, it was still better than attacking a city, not to mention that the supplies were almost exhausted.
I can only fight.
He tentatively walked towards the river bed and found that the current was gentle and only covered the horses' hooves. He could ride directly across the river. No wonder Teru Uesugi and Jinbo Nagashi both identified this place.
Since I have no choice, I have to resort to some tricks to show off my power first.