High Priest in Japan

Because of the relatively short distance, Suzume reappeared near Iga Yin in less than a day.

Master Suzuna!? Seeing Suzuna, the ninja who was in charge of patrolling and guarding Yin's surroundings asked in surprise.

Tetsuya, are you in charge of patrolling today? Bell girl stopped, looked at the patrolling ninja and his team who emerged and chatted with a smile.

Yes, Miss Suzu just returned from a mission? Tetsuya also asked casually.

No, I came here on behalf of my master to discuss matters with Mr. Inukai. By the way, is Mr. Inukai in this hospital now? Ling Nu suddenly remembered that this is not the time for small talk, and quickly restrained her expression and asked Zheya.

Yes, can I inform you?

No need, I can go there by myself.

Then he greeted I'll go first, then disappeared from Tetsuya's face again, ran to Fubo Sou Main Institution where Inukai was located, and arrived at the courtyard in a short time.

Who is it! Quan Kai, who noticed the movement, asked with a serious face.

It's me, Master Inukai. Bell Girl appeared in a flash, and greeted Inukai with a smile.

Suzuka, why are you back? Inukai put away his ready-to-attack action and the weapon in his hand, looking at Suzuka in surprise.

I'm here to negotiate with you, Master Inukai, on behalf of my master. Bell Girl replied.

Negotiation? What are you talking about? Quan Kai frowned.

Because he suddenly discovered that when Ling Nu mentioned her masters, that is, Qin Heqing, her attitude became very complicated, full of her own tone, but when facing him, she seemed a little more distant.

This was different from his original idea of ​​handing Ling Nu over to Qin Heqing, and it was a little too unexpected.

About Iga's future. Ling Nu said solemnly.

The future... is really a big tone, I want to see how he will affect my future in Iga. Inukai snorted coldly, expressing his dissatisfaction, and said to Suzume.

Then Master Inukai really needs to listen to me carefully. Ling Nu said seriously.

Then, without talking nonsense, I will share what I know about Qin Heqing—that is, the relationship between Qin Heqing and female daimyos such as Imagawa Yoshimoto and Takeda Shingen, as well as their influence, and even their current plans and plans. , and all his thoughts on Iga, to show the strength of the Qin and Qing forces, as well as the importance and threat of the other party to Iga.

Then Inukai fell silent, frowned, and thought about Iga's choice.

Until a while later.

Are you sure what you said is true?

I saw it with my own eyes and heard it with my own ears. How could it be true? Ling Nu asked in surprise.

That is to say, Qin Heqing and Imagawa Yoshimoto really have the idea of ​​mobilizing troops against Iga? Inukai reconfirmed.

Even if not for the time being, after Niwa Nagahide takes Ise and Matsunaga Hide takes Kii, we should not let us who happen to be between Yamato, Yamashiro, and Ise go.

Since you know so much, why did you notify me before things got really bad? Quan Kai asked with some dissatisfaction.

Even if I told you in advance, Inukai-sama, you can't bring the whole of Iga to seek refuge there, right?

Especially after knowing that Koga has taken refuge in Matsunaga Hideo, as Koga's competitor, it is impossible for Iga to stay in the force where Koga Ninja is.

It's not about hatred—the event of Oda destroying Iga Yin in history hasn't happened yet, there is a fart of hatred.

Not to mention, even in the original history, there was no so-called feud between Koga and Iga, only simple industry competition.

So there must be conflicts, but there is no such thing as saying that the two parties will not stop dying after they meet, and like some anime works, they want to kill each other, but it never exists.

Thinking about the decline of the other party, or the death of oneself is almost the same.

Inukai was silent again.

Also, I discovered the whereabouts of the young master of the Hattori family when I was following the master's activities. At this time, Suzuna who was standing in the hall suddenly remembered something and said.

Hattori Hanzo? Inukai asked in surprise.

Yes, I voted under the current family governor of the Mikawa Matsudaira family, Matsudaira Motoyasu, leading many family ninjas from the Hattori family, and the ninjas he trained in Mikawa to serve the Matsudaira family. They are very trusted by Matsudaira Motoyasu. Bell girl introduced.

Matsudaira Motoyasu... This is his choice? Why would he choose that person to take refuge in? Inukai asked puzzled.

Now is not like this time in history, because of Imagawa Yoshimoto’s death in battle, Matsudaira Motoyasu was able to get rid of his status as a proton retainer, completely independent from Imagawa’s family, showing his special side, so it’s no wonder that Inukai can’t do anything I understand the choice of Hattori Hanzo, and even the Hattori family.

Then I don't know. Ling Nu shrugged.

But this is also an opportunity. Quan Kai pondered.

After all, Hattori's influence in Iga, especially among the ninjas, is very important. If they are used as a model to attract firepower, it is not impossible to persuade the ninjas in Iga to join Imagawa Yoshimoto's command.

Imagawa Yoshimoto is not Matsunaga Hideo, she has no Koga ninjas under her command.

Even if Song Yongxiu is her retainer, it is the same.

On the contrary, it can better bring out the power of Iga - you see, our Iga is directly loyal to the general, how about you Koga? You can only work under the general's underhanded retainers. If you compare the two, isn't it obvious who will develop better.

You should stay in the hidden room for now, and wait for my news. Inukai said.

Then I'll trouble you, Master Inukai. Ling Nu laughed.

...

At the same time, on the road from Gaoling County of Sagami Country to Osumi County, Hojo Clan Yasushi, who was in charge of conquering Sagami Country and turning it into his own territory, frowned at Yu Nu, who was looking into the distance, wondering, What are you looking at?

Where is that place over there? Yu Nu glanced at her and asked back.

Over there? Wait, who is that, do you know where it is over there? Hojo Shiyasu was stunned, and turned to ask the subordinate beside him.

Over there, I think it's a certain city. The subordinate replied.

Did you hear that? Hojo Shiyasu looked at Yu Nu and said.

Then tell your people to be careful, there is a strong evil spirit there. Yu Nu retracted her gaze, and looked at the direction shrouded by the black cloud in her eyes, that is, the strong evil spirit.

Monster Qi? You mean, there are monsters there?! Hojo Shiyasu twitched when he heard the words, and said with a little surprise in his astonishment.

Not necessarily, but there is a great possibility that it is. Yunu replied.

Hiss...that's really true. After a pause, he said unceremoniously, Send the order and tell everyone to be careful. We may not be able to win the battle as easily as before.

yes.