Warring States Eagle

() "Heiji, what are you doing here if you don't settle the newly acquired territory for me in Hizen?" Zheng Liang said with a smile as soon as they met.

"Your Highness, I have important suggestions, so I have no choice but to come to see His Highness in person." Dongxiang Heiji knelt down and said earnestly.

"Is it because of the family's decision to send troops to Chikugo? Well, let me tell you what you think." Zhengliang waved his hand, then went to the seat of honor and knelt down, and motioned Dongxiang Heiji to express his opinion.

Dongxiang Heiji immediately knelt respectfully and sat down on the position of Masara's subordinate, and then said: "Your Highness, since the army of our family under your leadership has defeated the army of Otomo's family and completely included Donghizen into our family's forces. After the range, the servants will start to stabilize the newly acquired territory according to your order."

Zhengliang nodded, motioning Togo Heiji to continue talking.

"At present, we have encountered several problems. One is that a large number of local wealthy families were forced to relocate to other areas in Hizen, which led to the resistance of some of them. In addition, a large number of Chikugo who were resettled from Chikugo have not yet settled down. The rout of the New Territories and a large number of Otomo's and Ouchi's coalition forces wandering in the countryside and mountains have led to signs of instability in the territory."

"Secondly, since His Royal Highness started the war, there are only [-] civilian food reserves and [-] military food and grass left in the family. With the development of civil affairs and farming in the newly occupied territories, these food and grass will soon be consumed. Your Highness, please think twice." Dongxiang Heiji said.

"Well, the issue of territorial instability, in addition to the fifth standing ashigaru team led by Aguda who is responsible for stabilizing the newly occupied territory. Send an order. Let the third and sixth standing teams stationed in Sanse Castle, Asahiyama Castle and Katsuo Castle The Qingfan team helped stabilize the territory. After a period of adaptation, they have completely controlled Sanse Castle, Asahiyama Castle, and Katsuo Castle, so let them allocate half of their troops to help." Zheng Liang decided.

"Well. The main generals Yoshida Shigemasa and Enjoji Shinyin stayed behind, and the deputy generals Uemura Motozuna and Kumon Shigetada were responsible for leading the team. In addition, I will be transferred back from Changyan Castle to lead the [-] cavalry to help stabilize the situation. Territory." Zheng Liang said again.

"As for the grain, a total of 13 shi of grain should be able to last until this year's autumn harvest. There is no need to worry about this."

"Your Highness..." Dongxiang Heiji seemed a little anxious.

"Heiji, you have been with me for nearly three years?" Zhengliang directly interrupted Dongxiang Heiji's next words and asked a direct question.

"Yes, Your Highness."

"Three years! Ever since you followed me, have you ever seen me make a wrong decision?" Zheng Liang said with emotion.

"This?" Dongxiang Heiji suddenly thought, it seems that his patriarch is really just like the evaluation of the common people outside, he is really the invincible "Hibae Eagle".The only mistake was in the battle of Kishiyue City, in which Zhongdong Township Heiji lost two close friends, and the Luo family also lost two important ministers.However, the owner quickly turned defeat into victory at an unimaginable speed, thus laying the foundation for the future development of the Luo family.

"Do you think that at this stage, our family should stabilize the newly occupied territory before deciding on our next attack target?" Zheng Liang continued to ask.

Togo Heiji subconsciously nodded.In his opinion.Now that the family has reached its current power, it should adopt a steady and steady strategy.Rather than a slightly risky rush policy.

"What do you think of Ouchi's Izumo strategy this time?" Zheng Liang didn't rush to express his thoughts, but asked another question.

Regarding this question from Masaragi, Togo Heiji had already had his own opinion, so he immediately replied: "Judging from the current situation, the Nizi family may not be able to hold on for too long? The territory of the Ouchi family will be expanded once again." .”

"That's right! Everyone is not optimistic about Nizi's family. But Heiji, there is always uncertainty in war. Just like Otomo's family and this family before." Zheng Liang said looking at the sky outside the gate of the meeting hall.

"Your Highness, do you think the Ouchi family's strategy will end in failure?" Togo Heiji said in surprise.Zhengliang's inference was too unexpected for him.

"Hehe, Heiji. Regardless of whether the Ouchi family wins or loses, the main family must seize the time to grow and develop, so that the main family has its own voice in Hizen." Zheng Liang said with a smile, "For the Ouchi family, the main family is just a dog. An insignificant little ant, but as the family continues to grow, the Ouchi family, as a lion, will not allow a tiger to appear by its side."

"Could it be that my family will meet the Ouchi family one day?" Dongxiang Heiji turned pale in shock.Dongxiang Heiji's thoughts represent the inner thoughts of some of the Ro family's retainers.From the bottom of their hearts, they hope that the Luo family and the Ouchi family will have a good relationship forever, and that the Luo family will continue to make a fortune silently by taking advantage of the power of the Ouchi family.

However, they have forgotten the fundamental principle of diplomacy between the powerful in the Warring States Period, that is, interests come first.Any alliance is nothing but a blank sheet of paper in front of interests.Besides, will the Ouchi family be able to maintain their prosperity for a long time?Zheng Liang, who is familiar with history, knows that soon, the Ouchi family will enter a precarious period from a prosperous period.In short, at any time, relying on yourself is the most reliable.

"Pingji, no matter whose advice you have come to persuade, but I hope this is the last time you do this. Before I make a decision, you as retainers can express your opinions, but after I make a decision, you You can only carry it out firmly for me." Seeing that Dongxiang Heiji still had something to say, Zhengliang's tone suddenly became serious.

For a long time, Zhengliang advocated a monarchy, not a parliamentary system of masters and ministers.So this trend must stop.In addition, with the development of the family, some of the retainers headed by Togo Heiji increasingly moved towards a more conservative family policy.

This atmosphere is even worse.Conservatives are needed, which will not only help to form a balance with the relative radicals, but also keep the head of the family awake when making decisions.But being too conservative becomes harmful, so Zheng Liang wants to use Togo Heiji to send a warning signal to the conservatives.So, he looked at Togo Heiji, who had prostrated himself on the ground to plead guilty, and said:

"Punish the salary for one year, it's not an example. You immediately rush back to Feiqian to preside over the work of stabilizing the territory. I don't want to see you leave your post without authorization again."

"Your servant is terrified!" Dongxiang Heiji said tremblingly.It was also the first time for him to see the head of the family get so angry, and he felt very regretful.

After dismissing the trembling Togo Heiji, Masahiro Isino, who was full of dust, was welcomed into Masarai's chamber.Because of his achievements in Chikugo during this period, Masaru Isano has been promoted to the rank of General Attendant of the Luo family.In this Chikugo Raiders, his cavalry team was used as the forward.

"You don't stay in Changyan City, what are you doing here? You should know the importance of Changyan City. Once it is lost, it will be a great loss to the family. Are you going to be punished like Dongxiang Heiji? One year's salary? Or do you think the position of serving as a general is too high, and you are willing to become an ashigaru again?" Unfortunately, Zheng Liang's remaining anger was still there, and Masaru Isano happened to hit the muzzle of the gun.

"Your Excellency..."

"Needless to say, Heiji has already been driven back by me, and he was fined for one year. You should know the result? You don't have to worry anymore, get the hell out of here immediately. If you can't win the target in this strategy, then you Go back to Feiqian to train the cavalry." Zheng Liang looked at the kneeling general who had gradually grown into a representative of the main battle faction among the retainers and cursed.

"Yes, I will do my best!" After understanding the meaning of Zheng Liang's words, Masahiro Isano knelt down excitedly and loudly assured him. (to be continued...)