A samurai who doesn't want to be a daimyo is not a good onmyoji

Chapter 178 Farewell to Treasure House

After making some agreements with Akane Suzuki, Asai Nagamasa took Axiu and others and continued to Kofukuji Temple.

Having killed so many elite monk soldiers by himself, Changdao City must have been severely damaged, and it should have no energy left to cause trouble for itself in a short period of time.

Although they dominate Changdao City by virtue of their status as Yixiang Zong, the surrounding daimyo have been displeased with them for a long time. Now that their strength has been weakened, those daimyo will definitely be ready to take action, although it will not be formal. Starting a war, but occupying some land or something, is still a very logical thing.

But before he went far, Asai Nagamasa noticed that the little kunoichi was winking at him, and he didn't know what it meant.

He simply asked directly: "Ning Ning, what's wrong? Did you discover some information in Xiaogu City but forgot to tell me?"

The little kunoichi smiled and shook her finger: "Of course it's not because Ning Ning discovered that our Lord Asai has a beautiful fiancée in Xiaodani City, but that woman just now seems to be very interested in you~"

Upon hearing this, the other two women's ears immediately perked up, and even Axiu, who always only liked fighting and killing, was not immune to this.

Asai Nagamasa suddenly felt a little funny: "Yes, you were not present when I negotiated with Momochi Santafu yesterday. That kunoichi is actually an Iga ninja."

The little kunoichi who was originally smiling like a weasel who had stolen a chicken was stunned when she heard this: "The fiancée of the Rokkaku family turned out to be a kunoichi of Iga?"

"And what's the deal with negotiating with the San Taifu of the Hundred Lands? Ning Ning could have heard Big Brother Hanzo lament before that even he felt that the San Taifu of the Hundred Lands was unfathomable."

So Asai Nagamasa told her roughly what happened during her absence, especially about the Iga ninjas.

After all, according to the agreement between him and Momochi Santafu, he will soon get help from a group of Iga ninjas. According to his plan, he wants Ningning to manage them. After all, compared to the Iga ninjas, In other words, Ning Ning is truly one of her own.

And with the little kunoichi's strength, he wasn't afraid that he wouldn't be able to suppress them.

Even if she is younger than him, it doesn't matter. The guardian spirit in her body - the loving lark, is enough to suppress them.

What's more, she is friends with legendary ninjas such as Tobi Kato and Hattori Hanzo. How can ninjutsu be so weak?
When they arrived at Kofukuji Temple, they found that the incense here was still very strong, but there were more monks and soldiers everywhere than before. If they were just to maintain order here, they would not be needed at all. So many people.

Seeing this scene, Asai Nagamasa knew that there must be something big happening at Kofukuji Temple in the near future. Could it be that the Miyoshi family invaded the Tsutsui family again, so they also wanted to send reinforcements?
However, this has little to do with me for the time being, as I will return to Kitaomi soon.

After paying homage to the mountain gate, Asai Nagamasa discovered that the person who received him today was not the Zhike monk Jueqing, whom he had met once before, but someone else.

Although this made him a little regretful, it was considered normal. After all, Xingfu Temple was a well-known temple in the world, and it was normal for there to be a few more knowledgeable monks.

And the same as last time, after he donated the generous incense money, the other party was also very enthusiastic, and when he mentioned the name Yinrong of Treasure House, the other party suddenly seemed more respectful, because in After he came in a hurry last time but failed to see each other, Baobaoyuan Yinrong had already greeted them in advance.

However, Zhike Monk was a little hesitant, as if he was not sure whether to take Asai Nagamasa to see him.

Asai Nagamasa was suddenly filled with doubts. However, after running all the way from Kyoto, he naturally could not return without success again. He simply took out some scattered silver and did not donate it as incense money this time. It was quietly stuffed directly into Zhike Monk's hands.

The outside world's reputation for Kofukuji Temple may be better than that of the Nagashima City Ichikou Sect, but he could see from the other party's performance that their common characteristic was greed.

Zhike Monk, while speaking modestly, quickly collected the money, turned around and began to guide them.

"This sir, it's not that the monk doesn't want to introduce you. It's actually that Master Hoho-yuan's current situation is not very good, so he may not be willing to meet you."

"Not good? What happened? Master Hohoin and I hit it off right away in Qingzhou City. If he encounters difficulties at this moment, I will naturally be obliged to do so."

This time there was no need for Asai Nagamasa to stuff any more money. After a slight hesitation and another observation of Asai Nagamasa and the others who were obviously not ordinary believers, the monk finally chose to reveal the truth: "Master Hoho-in said a few days ago Went to fight against demons and got injured in the battle.”

Asai Nagamasa immediately cheered up, and after looking at each other with Axiu and Ningning, they both saw each other's doubts.

They originally thought that Yinrong of Baozangyuan led the monks to hunt down the wild skeletons, but it seems that there are other monsters nearby?

Now that he heard such a thing, Asai Nagamasa naturally wanted to see the other party. Seeing Asai Nagamasa's firm attitude, Zhike Monk did not say any more nonsense this time, but avoided many believers and led them directly to After the mountain.

The Zhike monk went further and further into the distance, and soon the little kunoichi signaled Asai Nagamasa with her eyes to be careful and guard against the other party's tricks.

Of course Asai Nagamasa knows what the other party is worried about. Although Kofukuji Temple and Ichikou Sect Honganji Temple are almost incompatible due to the year-round competition for believers, if Nagashima City Ikko Sect can really pay a sufficient price, this kind of hatred is not impossible. temporarily suspended.

However, he was only on guard secretly, but had no intention of leaving at all, because it was indeed necessary to meet Yinrong of the Treasure House.

Zhike Monk didn't know that the little kunoichi behind him had already used several hidden weapons to target his vital points. After climbing over a hill again, his eyes suddenly became brighter.

Asai Nagamasa probably understood why the other party took him to such a remote place, because in front of the noisy mountain, there was not much space for Hohoin Yinrong to erect so many wooden figures, targets, and numerous weapon racks. .

Unlike most monks, he is a monk who truly concentrates on martial arts. It is no wonder that he has achieved his current achievements.

At this time, Zhike Monk finally stopped. He turned around and said softly: "Amitabha, donor, this is the place where Master Hoho-in cleanses his body. Please wait for me to go and announce it."

"No need, I'm here."

Following a slightly weak male voice, Baoyuan Yinrong, who was pale and even slightly unsteady on his feet, walked out of the house.

As soon as he saw his appearance, Asai Nagamasa knew that he must have lost a lot of blood in a short period of time, but since he could walk and talk, it meant that he was already out of danger, and all that was left was to rest more.

After seeing Asai Nagamasa, he was obviously a little surprised, but he was also very pleasantly surprised: "It turns out to be Mr. Asai. The monk who knew the guest told the poor monk that you had been here before. The poor monk also lamented that he missed it. I didn't expect that you could actually come. Come visit me again, please come soon!”

Seeing that the other party was still enthusiastic, Asai Nagamasa couldn't help but smile and said: "I stayed in Kyoto for a few days, so I came to see you, Master."

Treasure House Yinrong waved his hands repeatedly: "I don't dare to take it, I don't dare to take it. If you don't dislike it, Lord Asai can just call me poor monk Yinrong."

After entering the room and sitting down, and after chatting for a few words, Asai Nagamasa quickly took out a bracelet and handed it to the other party: "Master, I got this from an abandoned temple when I passed by. It seems to have something precious on it." The mark of the temple.”

Although Dao Zuojin did suffer some injuries that day, he had already healed after several days of purification spells. In comparison, the power of the Buddha's light in this bracelet is too weak, so it is better to return it to the other party. Well, it's just a favor.

Baozangyuan Yinrong subconsciously took it, and then his eyes widened quickly, obviously a little surprised, and after silently saying a few words of Amitabha, he opened his mouth again.

"Thank you Lord Asai. This is a personal Buddhist bead belonging to a poor monk. He was once the most profound Buddhist master in the temple. He has been missing for more than ten years since he went out alone with the intention of exploring the true Buddhist teachings. The temple has always regarded him as regret."

"If he still stays in the monastery, the number one monk official or even the position of abbot may not be impossible, and I don't know if my uncle has finally found the true meaning of Buddhism." My uncle has deep feelings.

Asai Nagamasa also sighed: "Master, that uncle's body has been collected by me. Judging from this string of beads, he may have found the true Dharma."

He stretched out his finger and tapped it gently, releasing a little magic power and activating the bracelet. A faint Buddha light immediately appeared from the bracelet.

Treasure House Yinrong was silent for a moment: "It seems that the master uncle has probably encountered a demon, just like the poor monk recently."

He looked at Asai Nagamasa, his eyes full of inquiry, not only because of the recent rumors about the other party, but also because he thought of the other party's vague reminder to him when he was in Qingzhou City.

After a slight hesitation, he continued: "Sir Asai, this poor monk has heard that you once defeated demons in Qingzhou City? And you studied under Duke Seimei?"

"Yes, indeed."

There was no concealment or any boasting. Asai Nagamasa told the other party the whole thing very calmly.

Although there were a lot of monsters in Qingzhou City at that time, he really didn't think it was a big deal to kill them all.

As long as fear is abandoned, many lower-level monsters can actually be killed by warriors. Those Skavens only rely on their fast speed and agility. They are no better than iron cannons. Ordinary ashigaru is much stronger.

Of course, it would be a completely different story if it were a three-eyed, eight-faced monster, a cherry blossom tree demon, or a big monster like the fallen Hashihime or Flame Tiger.

It is not completely impossible for ordinary people to kill them, but they must pay an extremely heavy price.

"Amitabha, you are worthy of Lord Asai. To be honest, the poor monk also encountered a monster recently, which is why he ended up in his current situation." "The other party looks like the Black Wind Temple, but it is black and white, especially the eye circles. It's different. If it hadn't seemed to have no murderous intentions, the poor monk might not have been able to come back alive."

Having said this, Yinrong, who had a wry smile on his face, was obviously frightened. For the first time, he clearly realized the real difference between ordinary humans and monsters.

However, Asai Nagamasa found it very interesting. Black Wind Palace generally refers to black bears in Nibon. Because of its rare number and strong strength, it is respectfully called "the Palace".

The black and white black bear the other person just mentioned, isn't that the iron-eating beast-panda?
Flame Tiger said before that it had been blasted by the opponent, but now do you have any clues about it?

It's a pity that when Asai Nagamasa made further inquiries, Hozoin Yinrong just shook his head very regretfully, saying that he didn't know what happened next, he only knew that the uniquely shaped Black Wind Temple was not only extremely powerful, but also Very good at marksmanship.

"Lancery? Is its weapon bamboo?"

Baozangyuan Yinrong nodded even more when he heard the words: "Yes, it is bamboo, and it is a bamboo that has not been carved in any way, and even has crisp branches and leaves hanging on it. Even calling it a gun is very reluctant."

He had always been proud of his spear skills, but in front of the Black Wind Palace, his spear skills were like a joke.

But if the opponent didn't spare me that day, but killed me on the spot, I'm afraid I wouldn't have any regrets. After all, I have seen the secrets of gunmanship that are far better than myself!

"Is that so?"

Asai Nagamasa couldn't help but think deeply. The bamboo spear in its hand may not really be an ordinary bamboo. It may even be an equally powerful monster. After all, even some of its broken limbs can indirectly contribute to the damage. The birth of Guan Hu.

However, it sounds like the panda that is suspected to be a guardian spirit is not only extremely good at spear skills, but also seems to have maintained a considerable degree of clarity. It actually spared the life of Yinrong from the treasure house. This is different from those guardian spirits who have fallen due to being polluted. Completely different, what power does it rely on?

But that will happen in the future. It is obviously homeless now, and it will not be easy to find the other party.

After chatting for a while, Asai Nagamasa decided to leave. Today's two things were almost completed, and there were additional surprises. It was time for him to prepare for his return to Otani Castle.

Anyway, looking at the appearance of Hohoin Yinrong, I'm afraid they at Kofukuji Temple really don't have any special powers. At least in their own psychic eyes, they are no different from ordinary samurai.

Before leaving, Treasure House Yinrong handed the bracelet back to Asai Nagamasa: "Master Asai, since your uncle's relics have been obtained by you, you can continue to hold them. This is fate."

Although he didn't like it very much, Nagamasa Asai didn't refuse it either. After all, this was also a good intention from the other party, and being able to give it to himself, which obviously had special power, showed that he was indeed very friendly to himself.

Treasure House Yinrong then reminded: "Sir Asai, there is something that I think it is necessary to remind you. The Yixiang Sect of Changdao City once crossed the border and claimed that you killed their young master of Changdao City because they Want to follow your trail.”

"Although they were temporarily repelled by the monks in the temple led by the poor monks, given their character, they probably won't give up."

Only then did Asai Nagamasa understand why Nagashima City's revenge came later than he thought. It turned out that the other party had unknowingly blocked the disaster for him.

"That's it. Thank you Master."

Hohoin Yinrong shook his head slightly: "Lord Asai, there is no need to be polite. Even without you, our Kofuku Temple and their Changdao City are incompatible."

Asai Nagamasa nodded lightly: "I understand, but if you come here without being rude, I will make them pay a greater price sooner or later. Maybe I and Kofukuji Temple will have many things in common."

He has caused the Yixiang Sect in Changdao City to lose hundreds of elite monks. At this point, what caused the incident in the first place and who was right and who was wrong actually no longer make much sense. If nothing happens, If so, the conflict and hatred between the two parties will only get deeper and deeper until one party disappears completely.

Asai Nagamasa can be sure that he will not be the one who disappears.

The entire Kofukuji Temple is only tens of thousands of koku, and it is surrounded by powerful names. The upper limit of their growth has actually been locked. The only thing they need to worry about is the help from Ishiyama Gobo.

But as long as he successfully returns to Otani Castle and succeeds as daimyo, what can Ishiyama Gobo do?Their hands can't reach Kitaomi!

Of course, Hohoin Yinrong didn't know what Asai Nagamasa was thinking. He just chanted the Buddha's name in a low voice: "Amitabha, Matsuhisa Nagahide took office a few days ago as the lord of Shinkiyama Castle. Under the orders of the Miyoshi family governor, he conquered Yamato. I wish you happiness." The temple needs to send a helping hand to the Tsutsui family, otherwise Kofukuji Temple should repay the favor for Asai-sama to bury the poor monk uncle."

Asai Nagamasa nodded to express his understanding. In the parallel history, Matsunagahide was a famous villain and rebellious person in the Nippon Warring States Period, but his powerful ability cannot be ignored because of this. Similarly, he is a guy with a strong military strategy and is not shy about using dark methods at all.

Poisoning and assassination are child's play for Matsunagahide. In addition, the Miyoshi family, the most powerful family in Kinki, is relying on him. Even if the Tsutsui family has many monks and soldiers from Kofukuji Temple to help them fight, it will be difficult for them to compete with them. Under such circumstances, it is extremely normal that they cannot tell the difference.

"No matter what, Kofukuji and I will definitely be very good friends when it comes to the matter of dealing with the Nagashima Castle."

Treasure Courtyard Yinrong suddenly laughed, and his originally pale face gained a bit of color: "That's exactly what it is, and it should be so!"

(End of this chapter)