Chapter 35 Chapter Thirty-Four

"Takechiyo, are you alright?" Hearing the sound, Matsudaira Takechiyo, who was staring at the birdcage, raised his head wordlessly.Oda Nobunaga wore another strange hairstyle today, just like a tea brush.With a pocket around his waist, he stands in the yard.At this time, it was the eighteenth year of Tianzheng, already in summer, and the cicadas were crying tirelessly in the treetops. "Take Chiyo." "Ok." "Don't play with the little bird again." Takechiyo glanced at the birdcage and asked, "Why?" "Why do you have so many questions. Do you know what my retainers call you?"

There was a light in Takechiyo's eyes, and he shook his head slightly. "Just shake your head. They said you are a child who lost the city and only knows to play with birds all day long." Nobunaga suddenly jumped into the corridor and sat down in front of the window with the hanging clock. Takechiyo looked at the dirt on his feet and said, "Takechiyo doesn't like sumo." Nobunaga smiled wryly and untied the bag on his waist, "It was because I won the wrestling that I got freshly picked melons from the common people. You should eat some too." Takechiyo picked three good ones from the bag, and there were only two small melons left in the bag.

"Hey, I didn't tell you that much." "I can't eat without three." "Why?" Nobunaga asked, "Greedy little guy." Takechiyo didn't answer. "Sannosuke," he called, picking out the smallest one and tossing it to the kid. "Tokuchiyo." He threw the other small one over, picked up the biggest one, and ate it by himself. "We're taking it easy. It's delicious!" "Hahahaha..." Nobunaga laughed loudly, "You really can't underestimate it. You even easily distributed the melons I worked so hard to get to your retainers. Do you want me to eat these two small ones?"

"You still have two, that's enough." "Two small melons don't taste as good as one big one. You should understand." Takechiyo smiled and smacked his lips, eating with relish. "Hello, Takechiyo." "Ok?" "The general of Imagawa, that stinky monk named Xuezhai, lived in your Okazaki Castle." Takechiyo's eyes widened suddenly, and then he continued to eat melons. "Also, I'm going to marry a wife. Don't you want to marry a wife?" Takechiyo still didn't answer.The only sound of eating melons was heard in the corridor.

"Take Chiyo." "Ok." "Do you like this melon, or do you like me?" "like it all." "Hahaha, the answer is so tactful. But after a while, you will also want a daughter-in-law." "Where did you get it?" "The daughter of Mino Saito Michizo, that idiot." "Is Saito Dozo an idiot?" "Oh, a cunning fellow like you." "Takechiyo is not cunning. How old is his daughter?" "eighteen." "Oh." Takechiyo tilted his head, "What about you?" "sixteen."

"Oh." Takechiyo tilted his head and thought about it again, "Your wife is older than you. How is the daughter of the idiot?" "What... what?" Nobunaga spat out the seeds and looked at Takechiyo in shock.Seeing Takechiyo's innocent eyes, he covered his stomach and laughed out loud. "Hahaha. It's ridiculous. That's right. A daughter-in-law should be a daughter of an idiot. You want to be an idiot's daughter when you grow up." "Well. When will you hold the big ceremony?" "Today, it will be held soon." "Oh."

"So, you might as well conquer the common people just like participating in the Tsushima Local Festival and conquering your opponents in the sumo ring." "So...so you want to conquer the bride too?" When Nobunaga heard this, he looked at Takechiyo with an almost desperate look, "Takechiyo, I finally understand why I like you. As you said, the bride must be conquered in the end." "Oh." "If you don't conquer her, she will conquer you." "Is she that powerful?" "After all, she is the daughter of the idiot. Of course, I am also very powerful. You seem to have grown up recently, and you should be able to understand. Imagawa general Xuesai monk has entered Okazaki Castle, and they and I Oda will soon go to war. .At that time, Meinong may attack us. In order to prevent them from attacking us, I married his daughter."

Takechiyo took the towel handed over by Sannosuke, wiped his hands, and stared at Nobunaga's mouth for a long time, then nodded vigorously, then seemed to think of something, lifted the birdcage, and opened it. "What are you going to do, Takechiyo?" "Let it go." Takechiyo said, "Playing with birds is too useless. Takechiyo, I am definitely not a bird in a cage. Even if my father dies and Okazaki Castle is gone, I am still...a general." Nobunaga heard this and laughed out loud. The so-called "things of a feather flock together and people are divided into groups" Nobunaga and Takechiyo belong to the same type of people.Takechiyo, who is often able to see through people's hearts, may seem overly cautious at times, but because of this, his words always show deep insight.His cautiousness became more obvious after hearing the news of his father's death, but his domineering spirit was not weakened by it.He doesn't show his emotions easily, but when people call him "the lord without a city" and "a bird in a cage", his heels immediately emit a frightening light.Today, he finally broke out.

"Hey, even without Okazaki Castle and without your father, you are still a general?" Just when Nobunaga laughed out loud, the bird in the cage had already flown out.Nobunaga's eyes followed the little bird, but Takechiyo didn't even look at it.His young heart must have been greatly shaken by Nobunaga's words.The Imagawa clan's general has entered Okazaki Castle, and will soon have a decisive battle with the Oda clan.He stared at Shin's muddy feet stretched out in front of his eyes.Those feet were white and hairless, but strong.Nobunaga is good at wrestling and horsemanship.Not only did he practice hard at catching fish, hunting, Bon dance, and swimming, but it is said that he also learned archery from the famous Daisuke Ichikawa, the art of war from the three Hirata, and the incredible new skill of musketry from Ichihashimoto. The use of weapons... Whenever he hears these rumors, Takechiyo's blood boils and his depression is hard to overcome.

"Am I going to lose to him like this?" Just because he didn't show his emotions, the thought always stirred him up inside.He often practiced bamboo spears in the courtyard with Sannosuke until Sannosuke cried.All this shows his perseverance and perseverance. "Takechiyo." Nobunaga said again. "Ok." "I understand that you are a general. I, Nobunaga, am also a general." "Oh." "So, I'm married, what gift do you give me? Always congratulate." "Yeah." Takechiyo quickly glanced around, and the daily clothes were secretly delivered by his biological mother Yu Da.

Nobunaga understood that Takechiyo had nothing to give away.But he still wanted to tease Takechiyo, he was always very interested in this little guy in front of him. "Sannosuke." Takechiyo pointed to the yard.Nobunaga looked over and asked, "That pole? Isn't that a pole for drying clothes?" "No." Takechiyo shook his head, "That's a gun, a spear." "gun?" Takechiyo nodded lightly.Nobunaga thought he was angry. "I don't want to give you anything else. Since Takechiyo is a general, I will give it to Nobunaga." "Oh?" "I have one condition. I want to ask you for a horse. The general must have a horse. You give me a horse." Seeing Takechiyo's fiery gaze, Nobunaga couldn't help but widen his eyes, nodded, and said, "Takechiyo, do you want to give me the spear as a wedding gift, in exchange for a horse?" Takechiyo did not nod, but leaned closer to Nobunaga: "Give me a horse. One is enough!" "One horse is enough..." "Well. Would have liked two, but one would do." Nobunaga stared at Takechiyo in despair for a long time, then suddenly laughed again. "I really can't do anything about you. I have completely figured out my temper. I have to obey you. Okay, just one!" "Thank you very much...Thank you!" Takechiyo bowed his head seriously. At this time, Amano Sannosuke excitedly fetched the clothes-drying pole. "Oh." Nobunaga smiled and took the pole, and suddenly put it on Sannosuke's chest. "You said the ten-foot-long pole is a gun..." He frowned, turned around and said, "Sannosuke." "exist." "Try to cut me with a knife. Don't be polite." "yes." Sannosuke strode back to the end of the corridor, took a knife, pulled it out neatly, and put on a stance. "Come on." Nobunaga stood up leisurely, raised his pole, and waved it towards Sannosuke. "Hi!" Sannosuke yelled and slashed down with a knife.He was far away from Nobunaga, so he could only chop poles.Nobunaga calmly let the knife cut down.He did not throw away the pole, but directly stabbed at the opponent's chest, and the bamboo pole was chopped.Sannosuke jumped back screaming, and at the same time, Nobunaga threw the pole. "Takechiyo, I accept it." He stood up as he said, "This can indeed be used as a weapon for war. I want to form a team with Zhanghachi spears. I promise to give you a horse. Let's go." Nobunaga came and went like a gust of wind.The pole he threw away was still on the ground, but he suddenly jumped into the yard and walked towards his mount without looking back.It was a rare reed foal with even money.Nobunaga took off the reins and flew onto his horse.He seemed to have forgotten the existence of Takechiyo, with eagle-like eyes open, he said to himself: "Yes, form a spear team..." After speaking, he left with a whip. Takechiyo stood on the porch, watching Nobunaga off.There was still no expression on his face, but a fire was burning in his pure eyes, he watched Nobunaga's figure riding a horse, and whispered softly: "I have a horse... I have a horse..." In Furuno Castle, Nohime, the daughter of Mino Saito Michizo, who arrived in the city the day before yesterday, is now slowly walking towards the hall under the guidance of the matchmaker, her relatives, Mrs. "Has the young master come back?" Asked Naito Katsusuke, one of the four elders who came out to greet him. "I've come back. I'm juggling with a long bamboo pole." Zhengxiu nodded. "Okay, that's good. I thought it would be a bride-only wedding this time... Now I can rest assured." He looked back at Nong Ji and said, "The young master's behavior is a bit weird. Please don't take it wrong." Nohime raised her face and nodded with firm eyes.She is eighteen.Saito Dosan loves this talented daughter very much, but he seems extremely indifferent to this marriage, as if it is someone else's business.Although this season is not suitable for him to come in person, he did not send a high-ranking minister to follow him. He only said to the peace officer who vowed to repair the two families: "I will leave everything to you. It is about the harmony between me and the Oda family." For many years, Mino and the Oda clan have been fighting constantly, and now Saito Dozo seems careless when he wants to marry his daughter to the enemy.After leaving Mino Castle, there were only three maids around Nohime, and the rest were from the Oda family.Noonghime understood that she would marry the "big fool" of Furuno City. "this way please." Nobunaga's bedroom has been remodeled, and it has a Beijing style, while the main hall of the city is a simple wooden building of Iwayori style. Nong Ji rolled up her white silk sleeves and sat down in front of the hall, finally restraining her surging heart, but she couldn't help but shed tears.Nobunaga is notorious for being a big idiot.All kinds of rumors made it impossible for her to draw a beautiful picture of her future life. "I heard that he is a hopeless bastard. After you marry him, you must find out his roots." When Saito Dozo told Nohime about the marriage, he gritted his teeth and said, "I think that bastard also has merits. Otherwise, how could Oda Nobuhide let him inherit the throne. You and him may be a good match." Of course Saito Dozo has never met Nobunaga.In fact, what he meant was: "You married to Na Furuno and worked as an undercover agent." Noonghime knew this very well. "Oh." She suddenly heard a voice, and couldn't help but look up at the man in surprise. "Are you Mino's Nohime?" How rude.But who is this man?He was six feet tall, with his trousers rolled up, revealing his dirty calves, and he sat carelessly in front of Nonghime. "Why don't you answer. Are you dumb?" This is what Nobunaga and Nohime said when they first met.Nohime stared at Nobunaga in surprise. "It's the young master." Zhengxiu reminded from the side. Liquid Ji was a little embarrassed.She slightly straightened her body, shock and wariness swept her whole body in an instant. "Hahaha!" Nobunaga laughed, "I can't see that you have a heart of shame. You look like you are coming to take my head, do you want to do it while I am asleep?" "Young master! You talk too much..." Zhengxiu tried to stop him, but Nobunaga would never pay attention to his words and deeds because of this.He moved forward suddenly, "Can you stay by my side for the rest of your life?" Nohime looked at Nobunaga and said sarcastically, "I'm not here to see the child." "What is that for? Is it because of father's order?" "I'll marry you and be your wife." "Small cleverness. As the main wife, what should you do?" "Manage the inner court and assist your husband." "Yeah. You are generous." Nobunaga smiled, "You are a few years older than me, so what you said is doubtful." "Young master!" Zhengxiu said again, but Nobunaga ignored him. "You seem to have been sent by your father. However, even if the inner court is completely under your control, I will never be ruled by others." Tears glistened in Nonghime's eyes.But she is worthy of being the daughter of Saito Dosan, and she is not to be outdone. "I often hear my father mention this matter." "How do you say it?" "I heard that you are an unusual bastard. Father thinks you and I are made for each other." "What?" Nobunaga stared at her fiercely, "So, you are also a bastard? And you are not inferior to me?" "Yes. The two bastards of Mino and Owari." "Hahaha..." Nobunaga suddenly burst out laughing. At some point, the hall was already full of retainers, and all preparations had been made.Mrs. Tsuchida, Nobunaga's biological mother, whispered in his ear: "Go and change..." But Nobunaga shook his head vigorously, "There is no need to change clothes for a wedding...I have my own opinion." "but……" "Stop rambling. It's so good. Bring the glass when you're ready." Mrs. Tsuchida shook her head helplessly and returned to her seat.Under Hirate Masahide's gesture, the two maids, holding wine jugs, curled up to the bride who still had tears in her eyes. "Please……" The retainers immediately lowered their heads in silence. "Wait!" Nobunaga suddenly waved his hand and shouted, "Who stipulated that the bride must serve the wine?" Hirate Masahide smiled, "This is a custom." After speaking, he turned his gaze to Nohime, as if to say that Nobunaga is a troublesome child.Nohime retracted the outstretched hand, her eyes became angry.How weird—she had thought, but now she was filled with humiliation.Nobunaga didn't seem to care about the other party's feelings at all. "The custom... Since it is a custom, I don't follow it!" He shouted loudly. "This is no ordinary wedding. Is it, Nohime?" he said to the bride. "This is the wedding of Owari's big bastard and Mino's big bastard. The bride's father tried every means to get his daughter to cut off his son-in-law's head, while the groom's father was thinking hard about how to stop the in-laws from attacking. Such a wedding, but also Follow customs and rules? Give me the flagon!" "This..." Mrs. Tsuchida couldn't help interjecting, but Nobunaga didn't care. Xinxiu was not there.He was thinking hard in Gudu City how to stop another attack from the Imagawa Clan.The marriage was but one of his strategies. "Come, pour it full! It's full." Nobunaga held the wine glass and said to the two maids. Nobunaga, who rebels against all customs and always thinks things out of the ordinary, has a rebellious character that is naked.Masahide Hirate is well aware of this.The other three family elders sometimes feel miserable and sometimes feel relieved about Nobunaga's character.Now, Nobunaga actually held the ceremony in casual clothes, and unconventionally, he poured the wine first.They thought it was really rude.This will undoubtedly stimulate Nohime.They were afraid that these things would reach Nohime's father Saito Dosan.But when he was still called Master Ji, Nobunaga would not listen to persuasion. "Miss, please forgive me." Zhengxiu whispered, smiling and waving the white fan. Nobunaga poured a full glass of wine. "Okay, that's fine. I drained it in one gulp and filled it up for the bride. If the bride drains it nicely, we're a pair of natural bastards." After saying that, Nobunaga looked around at everyone in the seat, raised his neck, and drank the wine. Seeing Nobunaga drinking heavily, Nohime felt a burst of warmth.He wasn't abusive, just a wayward child. Nobunaga drank the large glass of wine in one breath, returned the glass to the maid, clicked his tongue, and stood in front of Nohime. "Okay, pour it for the lady. Miss, let me get you some food." Nohime shows no sign of weakness, because she is the daughter of Saito Dosan and has an innate competitive character.But today, she felt a childlike willfulness and naughtiness in Nobunaga's behavior - can such a husband be relied on? Such a child... Nonghime felt strong dissatisfaction in her heart.She picked up the big wine glass without changing her face.But it was not filled, the wine jug was dry, and she took back the wine glass. Nobunaga smiled and shook off the white fan. "Are you ready? I've already served the food." He slowly put his right hand flat and his left on his knee, and then he sang a song of luck and danced. 〖I often think about this world, wandering and uncertain. Straight sigh the moon in the water, floating life is like morning dew. 〗 "You!" Mrs. Tsuchida rubbed her hands anxiously.Actually sang this ominous song at the wedding.Everyone in the seat looked at each other, but Nobunaga's voice became louder and louder. 〖Fifty years of life are like dreams and illusions. As long as there is life, there is death. What regrets for a strong man? 〗 The ancient city, the clear sound.With an incredible power, the singing shook all the people present and grabbed their hearts.Unknowingly, Nobhime's desire to compete with Nobunaga became stronger. "He's probably unusual." Father Dao San's words sounded in her ears, and her whole body tensed up. After Nobunaga danced, Nohime drank the wine in one gulp.When she raised the wine glass to her lips and drank heavily, she suddenly felt that life was incredible.Am I now Oda Nobunaga's wife?Can you stay by Nobunaga's side for the rest of your life?Nobunaga's question just now burned her chest like wine. "Okay!" Nobunaga said suddenly, "Okay, don't drink too much. The wedding ends here. From Okazaki Castle to Anxiang City... all are covered with dark clouds of war. You should prepare carefully and wait for my father's instructions. Masahide Hirate and Katsusuke Naito looked at each other and smiled. Nobunaga stood up nonchalantly. "Nonghime, let's go!" "yes!" His words were irresistible, and Nohime stood up immediately.