Prime Minister Bizen

Chapter 238 Confirmed!Bizen Million Stones!

Xiuchang was not affected by the emotions of the Xiu family, instead he sat upright, frowning and taught the Xiu family, "Look at your appearance, you don't look like a million-dollar daimyo."

The Xiu family scratched their heads in embarrassment, "Hey, isn't there still no million stones? Uncle, let's quickly explain, how to deal with the big names such as Gao Shanyouzhao from Bozhou."

Hideka clearly remembered the conversation Ishida Mitsunari had with him when he was in Heshengcheng, Sanuki.He first told Xiujia with factual evidence that Nanjo Motosuke did not participate in the indiscriminate killing of innocent people. It would be unfair for Xiujia to report without verifying the facts. He hoped that Xiujia could remove him. , deal with it lightly.

Just when Xiujia thought that the matter was settled, Ishida Mitsunari grabbed Xiujia and said, "My lord is in a critical period at this moment, and the army he dispatches must be an army of benevolent government and love for the people."

"Doctor Ukon is a hero of Yamazaki and Chiyue, and he can be regarded as half of the lord's minister of the dragon. If he does such a bad thing, if it is reported that the whole reserve team has killed good people and killed innocent people indiscriminately , it will damage the prestige of the lord, and it will not be good for His Highness's promotion!"

In the end, under Ishida Mitsunari's repeated requests, in the statement submitted by Hideka, the definition of Takayama Ukon's crime was also changed from the principal criminal who committed the crime to the accomplice who concealed it for his subordinates.

As for Nobushige Yamada, you will be completely responsible for this crime. Who told you that you are neither a minister of the hidden mansion nor a meritorious service to the dragon? Compared with others, there are people on top.

According to the report, Hideka was mentally prepared for Yamada Nobushige to be severely punished, but since Ishida Mitsunari had already come to say hello, in Hideka's perception, the Nanjo and Takayama families should not meet. It will be divided by the penalty of change.

But what the Xiu family didn't expect was that the three big bosses of the Boqi Kingdom were likely to be changed, which really surprised him a little.

Among them, what surprised Xiujia the most was Nanjo Motosuke's disposal. After all, judging from the pledges made by Xiujia and Ishida Mitsunari together, this buddy should have successfully landed.

Xiujia was curious about the reason, but before Xiuchang had time to say something, he heard footsteps coming from the corridor outside the hall.

The only one who can lead so many people out of such a menacing pace in Osaka Castle is the owner of Osaka Castle, Hashiba Hideyoshi.

Xiujia and Xiujia heard the voice from outside the hall, and each sat back in their seats, waiting for Hideyoshi to be received.Not long after, the door of the inner hall was opened, and attendants entered the half-drawn bamboo curtain, and Hideyoshi in costume entered the hall.

Ishida Mitsunari followed closely behind, walked from the top of the hall to the door of the hall, and sat down at the seat behind Xiu's family.The three of them saluted Hideyoshi sitting on the imperial steps together, and sent him the blessing of martial arts prosperity.

"Ah~ah, how about Hachiro, the lunch in Osaka Castle is still good. The plate of grilled venison was presented by Tsutsui's family in Yamato, and it is a rare delicacy." Hashiba Hideyoshi introduced quite proudly.

The deer was a protected animal in the previous life. The Xiu family had never tasted the taste of venison, so naturally they did not know what kind of meat it was, but the taste was indeed delicious, not comparable to ordinary beef and mutton.

Now hearing Hideyoshi's introduction, the Hideo family also said in cooperation, "Thanks to you, this is the first time my child has eaten venison at this age. Father is rich in the world, so naturally he can enjoy the delicacies of the world."

"Really? Haven't you eaten venison yet? If that's the case, you can take some back and enjoy it later, or share it with your subordinates." Hideyoshi said generously.

"My son thanked my lord father on behalf of the soldiers." Xiujia saluted Hideyoshi and expressed his gratitude. "It is their honor to have such a master family."

Hideyoshi was coaxed by Hideo and laughed loudly, "Hahaha, what is this? I heard that every year in the Kanto region, a fish called a whale is caught from the sea. Its size is as huge as a giant ship. Its meat is tender and rich. Grease can be used as candles.

When I pacify Kanto, I will ask them to hand it over and share it with you for your enjoyment. After all, the whole world will belong to our Yuchai family. "

After the gossip was over, the afternoon meeting re-entered the topic. Hideyoshi signaled Ishida Mitsunari to go to the prelude to report, "I have something to tell the lord. During the War of the Four Kingdoms, Takayama Shigetomo, Yamada Nobushige, and Minura Castle killed good people and committed crimes, killing innocent people indiscriminately." It has been verified, please punish the lord."

Hideya, sitting in front of Ishida Mitsunari, naturally listened to Ishida Mitsunari's performance.Hideiya turned his head to look at Ishida Mitsunari behind him like a conditioned reflex, and stared at him with wide eyes in surprise.

"Didn't you say that Takayama Ukon was not defined as the principal offender? You also signed and pledged on the statement. Why did you change your mind when you got here? Brother, are you trying to set me on fire?"

Hideka roared endlessly at Ishida Mitsunari in his heart. Hideka, who had already been tricked by Ishida Mitsunari once, felt a bit like a snake, and was afraid that Ishida Mitsunari would set him up here again.

Hideyoshi noticed Hideo's movements and asked curiously, "What's the matter Hachiro, is there a problem?"

Hideyoshi, who was named by Hideyoshi, turned his head back to look at Hideyoshi, and said awkwardly, "Ah, it's nothing, please continue to ask, Father."

Hideka only felt that none of today's meeting was under his control. It seemed that Hideyoshi, Hidecho, and Ishida Mitsunari had already held a small meeting. Say hello.

Hideyoshi took a piece of letter paper from the attendant at the back, which was the statement jointly signed by Hideka and Ishida Mitsunari, on which there was a statement of the three Hoki's crimes.

Hideyoshi took a deep breath and said, "It is my responsibility to make the people of Sanuki suffer, and you don't have to cover up for me. Takayama and Yamada must be dealt with." (Minura is the westernmost city in Sanuki)

"Nobushige Yamada, the mastermind of the Minura massacre, was ordered to apologize with a heart-to-heart confession, and all 4 koku of the Yamada family's embankment castle was confiscated. Shigetomo Takayama, the lord of the Yonago castle, failed to fulfill the supervisory responsibility and attempted to shield his subordinates, which damaged the prestige of the family.

However, because of his contribution to his family, he was ordered to live in seclusion in Dahe Xingguo Temple for self-reflection. Mizicheng was deprived of all 6 shi, and only 500 shi was kept as a token of forgiveness.

Nanjo Yuanxu, the lord of Yuyishi City, knew about it and did not report it. Although there were reasons for being coerced, he still had to bear part of the responsibility and ordered him to live in seclusion for self-reflection. "

The Xiu family did not expect that the three generals of Boqi would be dealt with like this in the end, and it was reasonable and unexpected that they took over.It is reasonable that Nantiao and Takayama's treatment is relatively light, who knows that there are people above them.

As for the Yamada Iemoto, who hated Hideyoshi because of leaving early before the battle in the previous Kii War, of course he will be severely punished at this moment. Not to mention all the 4 koku of the embankment, and even the new governor Yamada Nobushige was also ordered I sincerely apologize.

Xiujia noticed two details in it.

One is that Hideyoshi's definition of Takayama Ukon is still to deal with his subordinates. From this, it can be seen that Ishida Mitsunari is right. Hideyoshi still hopes to downplay the impact of this matter in the overall situation, and limit its scope to only one wealthy family name. within the scope of lawlessness.

The second is the disposal of Nanjo Yuanxu. Living in seclusion in Japan for self-reflection is already an extremely severe punishment next to exile.In addition, he lost his status as a direct minister and was downgraded to an accompanying minister. This also has a huge gap in the treatment of the Nanjo family.

You must know that this is still the lightest punishment among the three, so it can be seen that Hideyoshi's punishment is heavy on the whole.

Before Xiujia could fully react, Hideyoshi said to Xiujia with a smile, "Hachiro. Don't say that you have broken your promise as a father. Hoki's 13 shi will be given to you as a reward for the Battle of Mikawa." As for you, the Nanjo family will exist as your retainers."

"This time the two battles will be rewarded together. A total of 13.2 shi will be rewarded to you in Bozhou, 11.8 shi in Zanzhou, and 16 shi in Yuzhou. Are you satisfied?"

Although Hashiba Hidecho had leaked the word at noon, when these contents were confirmed by Hideyoshi himself, Hideyoshi was still extremely excited.

You must know that the current Yuxi family has a Bizen table height of 22 stone, a real height of 24.5 stone, a Mizuo table height of 15.3 stone, and a real height of 17.5 stone, a Bichu table height of 18.6 stone, and a real height of 22.1 stone. The total table height is 55.9 shi, but the real height has reached 64.1 shi.

If Sanuki, Hoki, Iyo, and Harima counties are included, Hideka’s table height after the Shikoku War has reached 102.4 million shi, while the actual stone height is as high as 113.3 million shi.

What is this concept?
It must be known that after Shangshan Jingsheng was transferred to Aizu in the third year of Qingcho (1598), there was a daimyo similar to Hideka Chixing in the whole of Japan. His superficial strength ranked third among the daimyos, second only to Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu, but its comprehensive strength is definitely not as strong as the current Xiujia.

113.3 million shi, according to Japan's military service certificate, even if the minimum standard of 300 people per 34 shi is recruited, this is an army of 790 people. If the limit explodes, more than 7 troops can be exploded.

This is on the edge of Osaka!
Hideyoshi, who had returned from Bichu Takamatsu to Saikoku University, must be very clear. If such a powerful daimyo is by his side, once the situation changes, a vanguard army of 7 people will start within 1 days. Entering Osaka, 5000 troops will be able to completely encircle Osaka after one month.

But even so, Hideyoshi still chose to place such a behemoth by his side.From this point of view, Hideyoshi still has some trust in Hideo.And being able to have such a huge daimyo at the side of the main family also sent a signal to the other daimyos, "The Bizen Hashiba family is extremely glorious."

Even if we put aside the actual height held by Hideo, let’s discuss it with Biao Gao, 102.4 million shi, which is exactly the same as the weakened Tokugawa family Chixing in this life (about 104 million shi).It can be seen that Hideyoshi has the idea of ​​supporting Hideo and opposing Tokugawa Ieyasu.

After Hideyoshi confirmed Hideyoshi, Hideyoshi's initial emotions were ignorant. Hideka who just came to this world would never have dreamed that one day he would become a million stone daimyo.

Hideya in his previous life had always longed for Kaga Million Stone, who lived to the end of the Bakumatsu and was still active on the political stage of Japan's elite until modern times. Who would have thought that he would become such an existence one day.

Xiujia's body felt a wave of heat gushing from her dantian, and her immature face instantly turned red. This was an honor and a responsibility.

However, Hideyoshi was not happy for too long, and Hideyoshi poured a basin of cold water over.

Hideyoshi said coldly, "Of course it is corresponding, Hachiro, I want to take back the two counties of Banzhou Sayong and Ako, and I will give you the three counties of Inaba Kingdom, Hachigami, Takagusa, and Kita, plus the wisdom in your hand." Head, a total of 6 shi Zhixing from the four counties in the west of Inaba will be handed over to you. This"

"There is another thing. Now all the countries in the world have gone through a round of inspections. The countries under your leadership, such as Bizen, Bichu, Misaku, and Sanuki, have always been reported by you. This time I will send someone down. Inspector, is there no problem?"

Ever since the two counties of Harima Sayo and Ako were acquired, Hideie had expected this day.After all, unlike Kibi and other Western countries, there are many plains near Kinki, and Harima has a territory of 54 koku. Only Sayo Ako, which is near Bizen in the west, can be used as a defense. Therefore, Hideyoshi said that these two counties will be withdrawn. Hideyoshi also expected among.

Therefore, the Xiu family hardly thought about it, just like Hideyoshi replied, "My family's knowledge and deeds are all given by my father. As for the matter of seizing the land, it is what the courtiers should do, and my father can make a decision with one word."

Hideyoshi was very satisfied with Hideka's answer, and praised in front of Hideonaga, "Xiaozhu, you have found a good son-in-law. This year, Aju is already 9 years old. I think when she is 13 years old, Then you can marry in Okayama."

Then he said to Xiu's family, "You have to take good care of our Aju, if she comes back and cries, I can't spare you."

This was the second time that father, son, uncle and nephew had warned the Xiu family today, and the Xiu family had no objection to accepting Ju Ji, so naturally promised to give her the best care.

"It's not enough. Your Okayama castle is so dilapidated that it doesn't look like a million stone daimyo. It just so happens that the Osaka Honmaru has been built, and now the civilians sent to Osaka can take it back.

In the spring of the next year, it is enough to send people to Osaka to build Erzhi Maru at the standard of 200 people per ten thousand stones.In addition, you use these 4 years to renovate Okayama Castle, and you must marry our Xiaoju in a beautiful manner, understand? "

In fact, Hideyoshi is more sympathetic to the power of the people, and asked Hideo to bring back 1 people in Osaka. After controlling the new territory in the coming year, 2000 people will be sent to repair Osaka according to the standard of 102 million shi. The hidden meaning is to The Xiu family fully mobilized the people of the new collar, and let the people of the three countries of Bizen, Bichu, and Mizusa rest properly.

"The city must be built beautifully, and the castle tower must be built tall and big. You are allowed to use the four-tier six-tier tower to show your majesty. I will send Maeda Genichi to Okayama to help you build the tower. like?"

Hideyoshi spoke too fast, and Hideyoshi couldn't react in time. Before Hideyoshi could give the final answer, Hideyoshi suddenly stood up on the imperial steps and walked in front of Hideyoshi.

Hideyoshi stretched out his hand and pulled Hideya up from his seat, and said to Hideyoshi, "Did you see it on the way to Osaka?"

"Huh?" Hideka didn't quite understand what Hideyoshi meant.

"It's my work." Hideyoshi said with a very confident smile, "I heard that you can see the roof of Osaka Castle even in Kyoto."

"Let's go, I'll take you to have a look." After finishing speaking, without waiting for Xiujia's consent, he took Xiujia's hand and walked straight towards the majestic castle tower.

(End of this chapter)