different warring states of japan

Chapter 2186: Since ancient times, beauties have been like famous generals

Kousaka Masanobu looked into the distance. Although she could not see the situation on the battlefield, she could already sense something was wrong from the sound and direction of the charge.

"No, something's wrong."

Takeda Yoshinobu asked.

"what happened?"

Kosaka Masanobu looked at Uesugi Yoshikage and whispered to Takeda Yoshinobu.

"The sound of the charge has become weaker. It has only been a short time...

Fukushima Masanori was a general under Hideyoshi Ichijo. He participated in the brutal war on the peninsula and his direct military force was very elite.

Although the Hosuga army had the advantage of ambush, it was impossible for them to defeat the Fukushima army in one go.

The two sides fought for less than a meal's time, and the sound of the charge in front weakened. It must be that one side had overwhelmed the other, and the confrontation turned into a chase. "

Takeda Yoshinobu began to murmur in his heart.

Takasaka Masanobu was right. The Hosuka army was unable to defeat the Fukushima army in a short period of time, so Uesugi Yoshikage planned to lead the cavalry to attack the flank during the stalemate and defeat the Fukushima army in one fell swoop.

But now, the battle ahead seems to have been decided. If the Hosuga army is defeated and collapses... then Uesugi Yoshikage's plan will...

The two of them did not deliberately avoid talking to Yoshikage Uesugi, but rather deliberately omitted the topic for Yoshikage Uesugi.

The warhorse that Uesugi Yoshikage was leading suddenly snorted and paced restlessly, which startled Uesugi Yoshikage a little as his mind was on other things.

At this moment, there was a commotion from the back of the team, and Uesugi Yoshikage frowned and scolded.

"what happened!"

The queue was separated, and Uesugi Kagetora, who was not supposed to be here, appeared in front of the princesses on horseback. Her disheveled appearance made the princesses' hearts skip a beat.

Before he got close, Uesugi Kagetora had already pulled the reins, fell off the horse, stumbled to Uesugi Yoshikage and shouted.

"The retreat is blocked! Cough cough cough..."

The incident happened suddenly and seemed a bit discordant, but even though things were so bad, Yoshikage Uesugi, who had been frightened, calmed down instead.

She took out her kettle, handed it to Uesugi Kagetora, and spoke gently.

"Drink some water and speak slowly."

Takasaka Masanobu on the side nodded secretly.

Uesugi Yoshikage was not panicky when faced with difficulties. An eleven-year-old child could keep calm and steady, he was quite a character.

Uesugi Kenshin took the kettle, took two sips, took a deep breath, and spoke anxiously.

“The road back is blocked!
I was walking on horseback with my men when suddenly flags were raised on the roadside and there was a burst of arrows and cannon fire. We were caught off guard and dozens of people were knocked down in an instant.

The enemy's situation was unclear, so I didn't dare to stay any longer and rushed back to report the news."

Uesugi Yoshikage asked.

"How many of the Centuriae returned?"

Uesugi Kagetora shook his head.

"I led a few dozen people ahead, and the rest of us rescued our colleagues who had fallen to the ground. Two people and one horse fell behind, and they are probably almost there. I think more than a dozen people were killed or injured by bows, arrows and cannons."

Uesugi Yoshikage nodded and asked.

"Did you see the flag clearly?"

Uesugi Kagetora spoke as he drew.

"It's probably this family crest. I'm not familiar with Kansai, so I don't recognize it."

Takasaka Masanobu examined it carefully and said solemnly.

"It's Kato Kiyomasa. She must have gone around Yoko-oji Swamp. We've been ambushed."

Several people looked at each other in bewilderment. They not only failed to steal the chicken, but were surrounded by others. This was not a pleasant feeling.

At this moment, Yuigahama Yoshinao, who was not far away, started shouting.

"Big sister, second sister, look!"

Everyone looked in the direction that Yui Hamayoshi pointed. It was the riverbed, and there was nothing on the surface of the river.

Takeda Yoshinobu sighed and was about to scold his younger sister to stop fooling around, but Kousaka Masanobu's expression changed, and he pulled her and said in a deep voice.

"Look carefully, the water seems to have turned red."

Takeda Yoshinobu took a deep breath and looked into the distance. The battlefield of Tominomori should be in front of him.

Kousaka Masanobu looked at Uesugi Yoshikage and made a decisive suggestion.

“Second Prince, the enemy is coming for us, and there are definitely a lot of them.

The three princes are of noble status, and we cannot afford to make any mistakes. We must retreat immediately!"

Uesugi Yoshikage smiled bitterly.

"Retreat? Where to retreat? The Beesuka army in front is probably finished, and they are blocked from behind.

We don’t know how many enemies are coming. If we retreat hastily, and fail to break through the sniper’s range, we will be attacked from both sides.”

Uesugi Yoshikage was filled with regret at this moment. She had thought things were too simple, which put her in a dilemma.

This road is sandwiched between a river and a swamp, and is muddy and difficult to walk on. The cavalry cannot move fast, and if they get stuck and can't speed up, their elite troops will be killed by the sea of ​​people.

Kousaka Masanobu pointed to the other side of the river and said.

"Cross the river."

Uesugi Yoshikage and Takeda Yoshinobu were stunned and said in unison.

"Crossing the river?"

Kousaka Masanobu nodded.

"Cross the river, take Toba Street, quickly rush to Koeda Bridge, and return to the Imperial Palace."

Uesugi Yoshikage looked uncertain.

"It's cold in autumn and the water is deep. Our men are all fully armed elites. I'm afraid we will sink. Besides, the current in this section is fast and difficult to wade across."

Kousaka Masanobu said seriously.

"Throw away all the dry food, take off your vests, put the spare dry clothes on your heads, and have some of the Ji warriors and their horses block the water upstream. You three will wait until the water flow eases and then quickly cross the river.

As long as the three of you return safely to Toba Imperial Palace, everything else is fine."

Uesugi Yoshikage nodded.

"That's what you said, Master Kosaka. I'll do as you say."

At this time, Uesugi Yoshikage and Takeda Yoshinobu were already in a state of panic. They had never experienced a big battle, but fortunately, the veteran Kousaka Masanobu was there and quickly pointed out a way out.

Although the river water in autumn is cold and fast, it is not difficult to wade across as long as there are enough female warriors to form a human wall. After all, it is approaching the dry season in winter, and how deep can the river be?

The real trouble lies in how to persuade the elite female warriors to abandon their clothes, food and supplies.

The island country is poor, and the equipment of the Ji warrior is very expensive. No one's money and food come from the wind, so how can they be willing to throw it away?

But what are the identities of the three sisters of God? Only they can return safely. Even if a lot of weapons and equipment are lost, it is only a matter of a word to go back and replenish them.

But if these three sisters were left here, everyone would have a hard time living even if they returned alive.

The flag bearers present knew clearly which was more important.

As for the problem of getting sick after crossing the river due to damp clothes and the autumn wind, Takasaka Masanobu also suggested a solution.

Gather some dry clothes and carry them on your heads as you cross the river to replace the three little princes. As for the others, if they are sick, they will just get sick. They will hang their heads on their waists to fight in the war, where their lives may not even be in your hands. Why are you still afraid of getting sick from the wind?

Uesugi Yoshikage's words are the humanistic qualities of later generations. Kosaka Masanobu is willing to explain more because of Uesugi Yoshikage's identity. In fact, all the hatamoto present understand that now the enemy is surrounded. If the three young princes cannot return safely, even if everyone survives this battle, they will lose their honor and live a life worse than death.

As long as we can get these three little ancestors away safely, everything is fine with us.

Takasaka Masanobu's order was quickly executed. All the female warriors took off their armor with cold faces. Their knuckles, which they had to wipe to prevent rust every day, were ruthlessly abandoned on the roadside.

Teams of female warriors drove their beloved war horses into the river. The cool autumn water frightened the horses and made them neigh continuously, not understanding why their masters did this.

Then the female warriors went into the water with their arms clasped together, blocking the turbulent river.

Hundreds of Ji warriors formed a human wall in the river. During the dry season of autumn and winter, the water was shallow and the current just reached the chest.

The water flow blocked by the human wall seemed to ease a lot, and the three little princes carefully went into the water, and Yuigahama Yoshinao subconsciously shouted something.

"It's so cold."

Takeda Yoshinobu looked back at his third sister, and Yuigahama Yoshinao quickly covered his mouth, lowered his head and followed his sisters.

Kousaka Masanobu was standing on the shore, watching the three little ancestors cross the river, and his hands were sweating.

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Just when they had walked two-thirds of the way, a female warrior behind her lost her footing, and together with the female warriors on her left and right, the three of them fell into the water and were swept away by the current.

Fortunately, this was just a small accident and nothing else happened. The three sisters of divine descent finally crossed the river safely, which made everyone breathe a sigh of relief.

Kousaka Masanobu said to Uesugi Kagetora beside him.

"Your Highness Kagetora, let's cross the river too."

Uesugi Kagetora was also sweating profusely, more nervous than crossing the river himself, and nodded.

"Okay, Mr. Kosaka, please go first."

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When Takasaka Masanobu arrived at the other side, a bonfire had already been lit by the river. The damp firewood produced black smoke that was very choking. The three sisters of divine descent were warming themselves by the fire and changing their clothes.

Takasaka Masanobu's eyes narrowed and he scolded everyone around him.

"Who started the fire? Put it out!"

As soon as Uesugi Yoshikage walked forward, he heard Kousaka Masanobu swearing and said embarrassedly.

"I was the one who made the fire. What's the problem?"

Takasaka Masanobu choked and was about to speak when he suddenly heard the sound of conch shells and war drums in the distance. If they were not on the other side, they were on this side.

Uesugi Kagetora, who was behind him, happened to walk forward and whispered.

"About 70 to 80 people were swept away by the river while crossing it. We didn't have time to count the exact number."

Takasaka Masanobu did not speak. She looked into the distance, as if she saw the enemy troops marching in formation. Then she turned around and saw the female warriors behind her who had abandoned their horses and were looking cold and exhausted.

Finally, her gaze swept across Uesugi Yoshikage and Yuigahama Yoshinao and stopped on Takeda Yoshinobu's face.

Kousaka Masanobu narrowed his eyes, and a hint of tenderness appeared on his stern face, as if he had made up his mind.

"Your Highness Uesugi Kagetora."

"Hi."

"I entrust the three young princesses to you. Take the Sugi clan and protect them as they head north. Don't go to Oedabashi. Go to Katsura River and Katsuraji Castle."

Uesugi Kagetora was stunned and asked.

"Aren't we going back to Toba Imperial Palace? Why are we going to Katsuryuji Castle?"

Takasaka Masanobu said with absolute certainty.

"You can't leave Toba Palace. The enemy must be blocking the bank of Kamo River and waiting for you to fall into their trap. You should go to the opposite direction, Katsura River, to seize the weak spot and break out.

Remember, do not hesitate to fight the enemy when you encounter them along the way, just break through and run away, and you will be safe when you reach Shenglong Temple City."

Uesugi Kagetora looked at Uesugi Yoshikage, hesitating whether he should agree.

Takeda Yoshinobu stared at Kousaka Masanobu and asked.

"Little mother.. No, Master Kosaka, you won't come with us?"

Takasaka Masanobu pointed at the increasingly clear sound of war drums in the distance and smiled bitterly.

"If we leave together, none of us will be able to leave. Hurry up and mount your horses. Don't delay. The Takeda people will cover your retreat."

Takeda Yoshinobu suddenly became excited, his eyes turned red and he roared.

"I won't leave. I won't leave unless you leave!"

Takasaka Masanobu was stunned, subconsciously touched Takeda Yoshinobu's hair, and said with mixed feelings.

"Silly child, my life has come to an end, but your life has just begun..."

Takeda Yoshinobu suddenly felt a black screen in front of his eyes and he lost consciousness.

Retracting his fist, Takasaka Masanobu carefully picked up Takeda Yoshinobu and handed him to Uesugi Kagetora, then bowed deeply to Uesugi Yoshikage.

"Your Highness Yixin, I'm leaving it to you."

Uesugi Yoshikage seemed to want to say something but stopped himself. He looked at the determined Kousaka Masanobu with complicated eyes, and finally just nodded.

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Looking at the figures of the Uesugi disappearing on horseback, Kousaka Masanobu subconsciously touched his hair again and accidentally stroked off a strand of white hair.

Looking at the strand of white hair, she laughed silently, let go and threw it into the wind.

I am really old. Yes, I am over 40 years old. I am no longer the young girl I used to be. I have become an old woman.

She couldn't help but think of the first time she met Takeda Shingen, the first time he accompanied her to the battlefield, the first time he received her blue letter, the first time he saw her so sad, and the first time he accompanied her in going crazy in Yantian City.

Salt Field Castle... It changed the life of Takeda Shingen and also changed the life of Kosaka Masanobu.

Sasaki Yoshigin, maybe he is really the reincarnation of Tamamonomae, otherwise I really don’t know how to explain why I am so obsessed with him.

Takeda Yoshinobu. She is the child of Takeda Shingen and Shiba Yoshigane. She is also my child, Kosaka Masanobu.

Kousaka Masanobu couldn't help laughing.

Since ancient times, beauties are like famous generals, and they are not allowed to grow old in the world. . Kosaka Masanobu is not only a beauty, but also a famous general, and even more so a pitiful person trapped by love. .

Perhaps, this ending is the best.

For the people they love, for their children, they died on the battlefield before they became too old and ugly.

In this way, in the memories of Takeda Shingen and Sasaki Yoshigane, he would not be old or ugly.

Kousaka Masanobu smiled, and suddenly felt inexplicably happy. She turned around and looked at the enemy troops appearing in the distance, and became eager to fight.

Looking left and right, the Takeda people, who had taken off their weapons and were invaded by the river, were starving and cold, and lacked armored war horses.

And in front of him, countless enemies were showing up and rushing towards him fiercely.

Kousaka Masanobu raised his spear and shouted.

"The Takeda family's female warriors! Show these despicable Kansai people the bravery of the Kanto samurai!

Red Guard! Follow me and charge!"

"Red Guard! Red Guard! Red Guard!"

At the moment when the horse was galloping, the last tear of Kousaka Masanobu was also carried away by the wind.

Goodbye, Takeda Shingen.

Goodbye, Yoshigine Shiba.

Goodbye, Yi Xin, my good boy.