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

Chapter 86 Kato leaves
In the end, it was Hachisuka Koroku who spoke first: "Ha, that's what you humans should worry about. I'm half a monster anyway, so I just need to protect my little brothers."

"If that doesn't work, we can go to other places along the Kiso Mikawa River. For example, Ezo is very good."

Hearing this, Asai Nagamasa and Kato Danzo had different expressions for a while.

Because the Ezo region is not yet part of Nippon, the Ezo people on the isolated overseas island hanging in the northeast have thick hair, short stature, light dark skin, and European features. Even women have light lips. The light beard is not the same race as the Nibon people at all.

At present, Nippon's highest-ranking military attaché in name, General Zhengyi, was originally established to conquer the Yiyi people.The so-called "conquering the Yi" means "conquering the Yi people".

The great general of the conquest of barbarians, Tamuramaro Sakanoue, was the Ezo who successfully conquered the Tohoku Mutsu region for Nippon, so he was called the "God of War".

(It is worth mentioning that historically, the Sakagami clan was actually developed from the descendants of the exiled Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty. They also have Han blood, although it is extremely weak)

The war between the two sides has been going on for hundreds of years, and judging from the current situation, it may continue for another 200 years.

However, after hundreds of years of hard work, the Nippon people have achieved a large part of their goals. You must know that the Ezo people were not just huddled on that small island at the beginning. They were located in the Mutsu area just north of Kato Danzo's hometown. It was originally the territory of the Ezo people, but later they were forced to move northward, and finally reached the current Ezo area. They were beaten hard.

But since Nippon entered the Warring States Period, daimyo from all over the country have been busy attacking cities and plundering territory, and have little interest in the tough-minded Ezo people, which also gives them a chance to breathe.

The trip to Ezo that Hachisuka Koroku mentioned was not completely impossible, but the journey was far away and the future was unclear.

But thinking on the bright side, with his strength, maybe he can become a small island owner there.

After chatting for a few more words, Kato Danzo took the lead in saying goodbye.

Asai Nagamasa was suddenly a little surprised: "Why are you in such a hurry, Mr. Kato? Moreover, I have not been able to fulfill my previous promise. I promised you that as long as you can help me defeat Hashihime, I will definitely find an ashigaru for you in the Asai family." The position of team leader.”

Kato Danzo, who had been bargaining with Asai Nagamasa before, unexpectedly declined this time: "Thank you, Lord Asai, for your kindness. Although the status of a samurai is of unusual significance to me, I no longer have the courage to ask for it. Without your strength, Lord Asai, our outcome in this battle may not be known."

His meaning was very clear. Hazosuka Koroku saved him, and Asai Nagamasa saved Hazosuka Koroku and the kappas. So after this relationship changed, it was like he owed Asai Nagamasa, and it happened to be written off in one stroke. owe each other nothing.

Haizuka Xiaoliu was not a fool. He immediately burst out laughing: "Yes, I would like to thank Mr. Asai for helping me. Well, I would also like to thank this Xiu."

For some reason, he always felt that this Warrior Ji, who had been silent from the beginning, seemed vaguely familiar, as if they were the same kind.

"There is no need for this." Asai Nagamasa shook his head, "But Mr. Kato, where are you going next?"

Although he did not formally send an invitation, Kato Danzo instantly understood his subtext. He was actually somewhat moved, but in the end he chose to tell the truth frankly.

"I want to go to Echigo and see the power of the Dragon of Echigo and the Tiger of Kai."

The dragon of Echigo refers to Nagao Kagetora, the governor of the Nagao family. He has a more famous name in later generations, that is, the military god Uesugi Kenshin, and is also a powerful daimyo and commander recognized by Nippon.The Tiger of Kai refers to Takeda Shingen. This dragon and tiger are both famous for their extremely outstanding commanding abilities. However, due to various reasons, they were unable to quickly conquer the world. Instead, they started fighting each other. So far, They have already launched two large-scale battles on Kawanaka Island, and it seems that the third battle is not far away.

Kato Danzo wanted to see this dragon and tiger, which everyone present could completely understand. Even if it weren't for the fact that the distance was a bit far and the road was not smooth, Asai Nagamasa himself would have wanted to see it.

But on the surface, Asai Nagamasa looked worried: "Is that so, Mr. Kato, there is something I don't know whether to say or not."

"Master Asai, but it's okay to say." After the battle just now, Kato Danzo has a little more respect for Asai Nagamasa who has shown great strength.

"With our power, while mortals maintain awe, I'm afraid it will only bring them more fear. If Mr. Kato really wants to be an official in the dragon and tiger, it's better to restrain yourself a little."

Kato was thoughtful for a moment. At this time, Hazosuka Koroku burst into laughter and said nonchalantly: "Asai-sama, I don't agree with this sentence. If you don't show your strength well, how can you win the battle?" How about obtaining the identity and status that match it?"

Asai Nagamasa shook his head and chuckled: "Outstanding power will indeed attract admiration, but power beyond ordinary people's imagination like Lord Kato will only attract the fear and fear of ordinary people."

With the strength shown by Kato Duanzo, it is a good thing that he can easily go over the wall to assassinate or something, but he is just a ronin with a ninja background. Even if such a person is very capable, he has several famous names. Dare you really feel free to enable it?
Kato Danzo bowed respectfully to Asai Nagamasa: "Thank you, Lord Asai, for reminding me. Kato remembers it."

He understood this truth, but he still wanted to try it. After all, they were dragons and tigers, not ordinary daimyo.

Asai Nagamasa smiled in return: "Kato-sama, there is no need to do this. After all, we are already companions who have fought side by side. And I still owe you a position."

A mortal daimyo without any measure would be afraid or even fearful of Kato Danzo's power, but for Asai Nagamasa, that was all.

Maybe his current strength is similar to that of the other party, but he can continue to grow. Death and killing will bring him strength. The troubled times of monsters are certainly a disaster, but for him, it is also an opportunity.

Kato Danzo was suddenly moved and moved, but he did not show it. He just saluted Asai Nagamasa again: "Thank you, Lord Asai, for your respect. It's Kato's fault."

He could not repay the other party's kindness for the time being, but at the same time, he also secretly had an idea in his heart. Although he himself could not be loyal to the other party for the time being, there was another extremely outstanding ninja nearby, who might just be able to introduce him to him. , which can be regarded as making up for it slightly.

Anyway, judging from Asai-sama's appearance, it definitely meets the other party's requirements, but I don't know if Asai Nagamasa-sama can stand that little guy's personality.
At this time, Asai Nagamasa also took the initiative, dividing the treasure left by Hashihime into three parts, and motioned to others to take one part each.

Haizuka Koroku and Kato Danzo were both a little surprised, but before they could speak, Asai Nagamasa said bluntly: "I have already obtained Hashihime's elixir, and I have obtained her paper umbrella. I’m participating, if you treat me as a friend, don’t refuse.”

Having said this, the two men naturally would not continue to entangle. After accepting their share, they felt somewhat emotional. This young master of the Asai family was indeed someone worth making friends with. warrior.

Obviously he was the one who contributed the most. Without his magic, it would be difficult for them to really defeat Qiao Ji, but in the end, he only took a little bit, which was almost useless to humans. Instead, it was like a highly poisonous "elixir".

Although he was not interested at all, at the instruction of Asai Nagamasa, Axiu also took the last one and kept it as a collection.

After once again bowing his hand to Hachisuka Koroku, Kato Danzo finally said goodbye and left. Even though he was seriously injured, his running speed was still abnormally fast, not even inferior to Asai Nagamasa's horse. He was indeed worthy of flying. Toigatō!
(End of this chapter)