Simulation: Starting from Under One Person

Furthermore, the current generals are constrained by the previous generation of generals, do not have complete power, and are limited in what they want to do.

However, there is one advantage to the current situation: the previous general belonged to the Tiandao Clan, and with him around, the Tiandao Clan would feel at ease.

Without him, modern generals can quickly consolidate power to adapt to change.

Each has its own advantages; the specifics depend on other factors.

"There's no need. I'll ask around and see if there are any other solutions."

Sasaki Isaburo has some information about Onmyoji.

When news of the "contest" spread throughout Edo, Sasaki Isaburo sent people to investigate the matter and learned about the participants in the contest...

The list of participants that he cared about most was the first version, the version before the news spread.

Knowing Fang Rui's style of doing things, Sasaki Isaburo guessed that the people on the list were not ordinary people, so he sent people to investigate again. After receiving the information, he confirmed that he was right.

None of the people on the list were easy to deal with; they were either mercenary tribesmen, anti-foreign patriots, or even Onmyoji (yin-yang masters).

Taking various factors into account, Sasaki Isaburo knew that Onmyoji were truly capable, but he was unsure of the extent of their abilities.

But now, he has no way to solve the problem, so he wants to ask the Onmyoji to see if the other party has a solution. After all, he wants to make the best use of everything, and besides, the other party works for the Shogun. Is there a problem with him doing something for the Shogun?

Of course there's no problem...

"Wait for my news!"

Sasaki Isaburo decided to deal with this matter as soon as possible. If there was an opportunity, he would deal with Tokugawa Sadasada as soon as possible, since keeping him around would only cause more trouble.

“Alright! It’s up to you.” Tokugawa Shigeshige said.

Then, Kondo Isao turned his gaze to Shimura Tae, who replied, "Don't worry, I know Fang Rui and won't leak this information."

Shimura Tae, who had met Fang Rui several times, also had connections with the Yorozuya and knew something about certain things.

Then, she looked at the others: "...As for them, I will warn them not to talk nonsense."

The fact that Kondo Isao and Shimura Tae chose him to sit in on the conversation suggests that he is reliable in some respects and will not leak the information.

"I believe you." Kondo Isao nodded without the slightest hesitation.

He considered himself to know Shimura Tae quite well, and since she said she would keep the secret, she would definitely keep it.

Seeing Kondo Isao's attitude, the others didn't say anything.

After leaving the Smile Bar, Shimura Tae returned home without telling Shimura Shinpachi about the incident. Since she had promised to keep it a secret, she naturally had to keep her word.

Kondo Isao, who was carrying out his "mission," was deeply moved by Shimura Tae's attitude.

The other two were also being monitored by female ninjas to ensure they didn't say anything inappropriate.

Sasaki Itsaburo had already obtained information from the Onmyoji that they possessed methods to control a person, whether it was methods to completely control them or methods to influence their thoughts...

However, the flaws are also obvious. He has mastered several methods, all of which have their own shortcomings.

In response, Sasaki Isaburo said it was nothing, since the person being controlled was someone who would have to be dealt with sooner or later anyway, so there was no need to worry about any side effects.

After resolving the key issues, he immediately informed his companions, instructing Tokugawa Shigeshige to find a way to bring the mission objective to Yoshiwara Peach Blossom Village.

"I will do my best," Tokugawa Shigeshige said, indicating that he would try his best to persuade the mission target.

"...If I fail to convince the mission objective, activate the backup plan."

In response to Tokugawa Shigeshige's words, Sasaki Isaburo replied, "Don't worry, I'm well prepared. Even if the other side doesn't go to Yoshiwara, I can still 'take care of' the mission objective. It's just that the risk will be a bit higher and the success rate a bit lower."

"That's really reliable!" Kondo Isao exclaimed.

Planning and strategizing for others are somewhat difficult for him. His thinking tends to be linear, and he won't look for other ways to solve problems that can be solved with "simple" methods.

"Tsk! It's become a one-man show for him." Hijikata Toshiro clicked his tongue softly. He hadn't contributed anything to this mission, which made him very...unhappy!

"Mr. Hijikata, would you like to do a solo performance? I can help, for example..."

Okita Sougo didn't finish his sentence, deliberately drawing out his words so that Hijikata Toshiro could guess.

"Ha! No need!" Hijikata Toshiro refused quite decisively, knowing full well that Okita Sougo was full of malice.

"What a pity." Okita Sougo did not try to persuade him, but whether he had given up the idea was another matter.

While Kondo Isao and the others had their own thoughts, somewhere in Yoshiwara, Fang Rui looked at the list of participants. The unexpected number of participants was truly troubling.

What was originally a competition with dozens of participants has turned into a competition with hundreds or even thousands of participants. The change in the length of the competition alone is very frustrating.

Not to mention that almost all residents of Edo are now aware of the match, and it's possible that people in other cities also know about it, with countless people wanting to watch the game.

"This is troublesome..." Fang Rui rubbed his temples, wondering where he could find a competition venue.

The Onmyoji clan has a fighting arena, but it can't accommodate too many people, so it doesn't meet the requirements.

Apart from that, he seemed to have never seen a ring anywhere, let alone one that could hold more than 10,000 spectators.

"Why should I care about the audience's concerns? Why not just find a TV station to broadcast it live?"

Fang Rui frowned slightly, realizing that there was something wrong with his way of thinking. Why did he need to consider the issue of accommodating the audience?

He organized the competition not for show, but for...

'What was I... here for again?'

A question arose in Fang Rui's mind. He had been so busy searching for contestants these past few days that he had forgotten his original purpose.

'They're probably here to watch the show!'

Fang Rui guessed this, but didn't think about it any further. After all, his thoughts were always simple, without so many twists and turns.

'Perhaps I should also find some people to help me collect rare items.'

Adding to this in his mind, Fang Rui sent an email to Yueyong, telling her the location of the previously demolished Fengxian Mansion and that no other buildings should be constructed for the time being.

Looking at the foundation that had already been laid, Tsukuyomi said nothing, only replying with a single word, "Good."

Laying a foundation shouldn't be a big problem.

Then, Fang Rui left his residence and headed to the competition venue he had chosen.

Considering the destructive potential of some individuals, he doesn't intend to build any elaborate arena; a simple and easy-to-maintain platform is the best option.

Upon arriving at their destination, Fang Rui looked at the foundation without saying anything, but instead notified Keino Seimei to come and help. He said that building a arena with shikigami should be quick.

As for the stone used to repair the arena, tell the construction company to bring enough to repair ten arenas first, and add more if needed...

Meanwhile, Ketsuno Haruaki received the news.

'What a lively day! Two important figures actually came to see me.'

After thinking for a moment, since Fang Rui needed the help of shikigami, it would be appropriate to call on the Mirino clan. Perhaps he could use this opportunity to reconcile with Doman...

With that in mind, Ketsuno Seimei sent an email to Sasaki Isaburo, asking him for a favor.

Seimei Keino lacked understanding of the relationship between Sasaki Isaburo and Fang Rui. He wanted to find an excuse to persuade the Mireno clan, so he naturally sought the help of the shogunate.

After all, the Onmyoji families served the Shogunate, and the Shogunate had the right to dispatch Onmyoji.

Upon seeing Ketsuno Seimei's email, Sasaki Itsaburo displayed a thoughtful expression.

"Please help me transfer the Misano clan to Yoshiwara..."

"What are you thinking about, Ketsuno Haruaki?"

Considering that Ketsuno Seimei was on the contestant list, and that sending more Onmyoji to Yoshiwara wouldn't hurt, he did not refuse Ketsuno Seimei's request.

Moreover, he suspected that sending the Miri clan to Yoshiwara might have been Fang Rui's order.

After all, Sasaki Isaburo knew that Keino Seimei and Fang Rui knew each other, and that Keino Seimei was a participant...

The reason for sending the Mirino clan to Yoshiwara was perhaps to have them participate in the competition.

"Onmyoji are participating in the battle?" Sasaki Isaburo stroked his chin. He had never seen Onmyoji fight before and didn't know how they fought.

Upon receiving Sasaki Isaburo's reply, Ketsuno Seimei breathed a sigh of relief. He then led more than half of the Ketsuno clan's Onmyoji to Yoshiwara's Peach Blossom Village, striving to complete Fang Rui's request as soon as possible.

Meanwhile, the Spring Rain Survey Team, "persuaded" by Fengxian, has decided to participate in the competition.

"Night King Fengxian's strength is as formidable as the legends say."

Xingjue, whose face was covered in blood, sighed softly in admiration. The others also had injuries on their faces to varying degrees.

"Judging from the current situation, the Night King's strength has not only not decreased, but has even increased?!"

Fan Jie sounded quite surprised. "Does the Yato have a setting where they get stronger and stronger? I've never heard of that..."

"A technique for maintaining combat strength?" Chairman Ma pondered. "I've heard of similar techniques before, but I didn't expect the Night King to actually possess them. It's truly astonishing!"

"So here's the question: if the Night King, whose overall strength was no weaker than at his peak, was defeated, how strong was the person who defeated him?"

When Shiling asked this question, no one answered, or rather, no one could give an answer.

The Yato have a strong healing ability; even if they are seriously injured, they can heal to a great extent within a few days. They cannot judge the strength of the enemy the Night King encountered from the injuries.

The only way to investigate is through the competition offered by Night King Fengxian.

"A fight? I'm very interested..."

Kamui, on the other hand, was eager to try. He had no objection to fighting against strong opponents; in fact, he was quite happy to do so.

"I suggest splitting up into teams, with some people participating in the competition and others using other methods to find targets."

Chapter 567 The Plan to Go to Huang'an

After the discussion, the Harusame Survey Team split up. The combat team, led by Kamui, did not leave Yoshiwara but wandered around the area, searching for potential targets.

In the eyes of Kamui and the others, the person who could defeat Night King Housen was no ordinary person; even in daily life, he would still display an extraordinary temperament.

Simply put, it's like a crane standing out from the crowd.

From a conventional point of view, this is indeed the case. Some people with great strength will show an extraordinary side in their daily lives. For example, people who have fought their way out of the battlefield will have a murderous aura, and ordinary people will feel that "this person is not to be trifled with".

However, this characteristic is not 100% accurate. Some people can conceal their presence, and some people have better personalities and can also hide anything unusual...

Therefore, the probability of Shenwei and the others finding Fang Rui using this method is very low, since Fang Rui looks just like an ordinary person when he doesn't display his power.

The other group that left Yoshiwara—some people were wandering around Edo, but one person was in an internet cafe, gathering information online.

The internet is indeed a very useful way to collect information. For example, powerful figures who were active in Edo will be "remembered" by the internet, appear in the news, or be discussed by some people.

In just a few minutes, he had gathered a ton of information, such as "The florist in Kabukicho is a monster, how terrifying," "Sakata Gintoki, one of the Four Heavenly Kings' subordinates, is really formidable," "The Shinsengumi has been quite active lately," and "Why are the Joui Organizations constantly fighting amongst themselves?"