"First of all, there is the most fundamental food problem on Kaigi Island. I heard when I was in Inazuma Castle that Kaigi Island is almost entirely saline-alkali land and relies heavily on imports for food. When I came here just now, I also heard people over there discussing the survival of wheat and radishes. This should be true, right?"

"Indeed. We are also trying to find a solution to the food problem. So, what do you think?"

"I think it would be better to ask Kujo Takayuki for Kaigi Island directly."

Xinhai:?

Goro:?

what?

We are now going to war with the shogunate army under the command of Tenryo Bugyo, and you want us to ask for food from the head of Tenryo Bugyo, Kujo Takayuki?

"Of course, how to do it is a question worth exploring."

Looking at the two people's puzzled expressions, Jiang Ming spoke slowly.

"Why do you think the shogunate is so determined to go to war with Kaigi Island?"

"Because of the general's order?" Wulang said.

"No, not really. In fact, the Shogun doesn't care. The reason why any person, organization or group makes this or that choice is nothing more than because this choice can bring this or that benefit, and the benefit is greater than the investment, or at least they think they have 'earned'. And the current shogunate is almost a one-man show of the Kujo family."

Xinhai and Goro fell into deep thought after hearing this. Xinhai reacted immediately after a brief thought.

"I understand."

Xinhai lowered his arms that were clasped together.

"Once a war breaks out between Kaigi Island and the shogunate, the shogunate and the Coral Palace will suffer losses, while the Kujo family will benefit. As the actual controller of the shogunate, the Kujo family will prompt the start of the war and secretly prolong the war so that the Kujo family can profit from it. Therefore, the Kujo family will secretly help us. Um... this person..."

"My name is Jiang Ming."

"Mr. Jiang Ming, is this what you want to express?"

"Basically correct. Kujo Takayuki wants a balance. Because only when the Kaigi Army is roughly on par with the Shogunate Army, but the Shogunate Army has a certain advantage, can the interests of the Kujo family be maximized. Kujo Takayuki will do his best to promote such a situation. Therefore, he will not sit idly by and watch Kaigi Island collapse because of a "small matter" such as insufficient food. Therefore, I suggest that Kaigi Island can ask Kujo Takayuki for food. Of course, if they can also earn some Mora in the process, it will be even more convenient. Similarly, regarding the problems faced in weapons and intelligence, I think that at least before the Kaigi Army is able to defeat the Shogunate Army, there will be someone to help."

Having said this, Jiang Ming paused.

"Besides, it's not just old man Kujo Takayuki who will help us. The Kujo family will provide the most support in the early stages, and can help us get through the most difficult period. And after that, other people will also lend a hand. The support that can be carried out from beginning to end is part of the strength we must strive for."

Quietly changed the name in the description.

What Xinhai said... you should be able to hear it, right?

Xinhai, who was thinking about how to reasonably ask the shogunate for food, did notice this small change, but planned to postpone it.

From what Jiang Ming said, it seems that there are other experts?

"Please tell me more."

"The current situation of Inazuma is completely miserable. Anyone with even a little conscience would not want to see such a scene. How can Inazuma be governed with these insects? This is the case for the Kamisato family, the magistrate of the society, or more precisely, the Kamisato brothers and sisters. They are dissatisfied with the crazy actions of the other two magistrates, but they lack sufficient strength. Investing in us is a good choice for the Kamisato family. In the hands of the Kamisato family, there is a secret force called [End of the End] that can give us great support."

"As for the Narukami Taisha, it shouldn't be involved in these things. But the head of the Narukami Taisha, Yae Miyaji, is a follower of the Thunder God Baelzebub and a good friend for hundreds of years. Firstly, she doesn't want to see the current miserable situation of Inazuma. Secondly, from the perspective of a friend, she may hope that we can rush into the castle tower directly to wake up her best friend, Thunder Movie."

This passage contains so much information that even Xinhai's CPU can't keep up.

There are pictures here, which can be viewed after the updated version

"Please wait a moment, Mr. Jiang Ming. Let's sort it out one by one."

"First of all, Lei Dianying, is this the general's name?"

For a long time, the people of Inazuma only knew to call him General, followed by the God of Thunder and Thunder, Thunder God, etc. Foreigners in Inazuma called him Baalzebub and General Thunder. The real name of General Thunder was not circulated. Even Xinhai did not know the real name of General Thunder.

So how did the person in front of me know this?

"Yes. However, to be precise, General Raiden is Raiden Movie, and this is only during a certain period in history. Earlier or now, General Raiden is not Raiden Movie."

"Hmm? Could it be that General Raiden is not the General?"

Xinhai's CPU had been burned out, and it was a little confused for a moment.

There are pictures here, which can be viewed after the updated version

"The General Raiden in the Tianshu Pavilion today is just a puppet made by the real General Raiden - Raiden. Raiden is currently in the Pure Land of One Mind that he created... um... uh..."

Jiang Ming suddenly got stuck.

Hiss, what should he say? He is dreaming about light novels and tri-color dumplings in a pure land? ? ?

No, no, those are just the secondary creations of stupid netizens. What are you doing?

Oh, ah, yes, yes, "Meditation. Yes, meditation. I am meditating and thinking about eternity. Well, in short, it is precisely because of this puppet that the Jiujo family and the Tong family have the opportunity to take advantage of it. After all, although Lei Dianying is not good at politics, she is not stupid."

Chapter 4 I Step on Malena - Part

Xinhai was silent for a long time, sorting out the information he had obtained so far.

First of all, by taking advantage of the special relationship between the shogunate and the Kujo family, Kujo Takayuki can be asked to solve problems such as food.

Secondly, Mr. Jiang Ming meant that the conflicts and struggles within the shogunate could be used to gain as much support as possible for Kaigi Island.

The current internal situation in Inazuma is that the Tenryo Bugyo and Kanjo Bugyo have joined forces, occupying an absolute advantage and stirring up trouble. The Shrine Bugyo and Narukami Taisha, as conservatives, oppose the actions of the two Bugyos, but neither of them is a real power and has limited power, so the two will choose to secretly unite with Umijima.

Of course, the castle tower doesn't care.

In the early stage, the power of the entire Inazuma clan will help Umijima grow rapidly to oppose Inazuma. In the middle stage, when Umijima has enough power to compete with the shogunate army, the help from the Tenryo Bugyo and Kanjo Bugyo will turn into a coexistence of suppression and support, with military suppression, but material assistance will not stop to ensure balance. The shrine bugyo and Narukami Taisha will continue to stand with Umijima.

In the later period, this relationship will change again. The Kamisato brothers and sisters of the shrine magistrates only hope to put an end to the reckless behavior of the two magistrates, while the Yae priest of Narugami Taisha... hopes that Umijima will break into the castle tower and wake up the general?

Later, the secret about the general was revealed. How did Mr. Jiang Ming know so much?

Xinhai didn't understand, but was greatly shocked.

But she roughly understood that the key point was to unite all the forces that could be united at the right time, even if they were enemies.

【War is the continuation of politics】

For some reason, these words popped up in Xinhai's mind.

"I roughly understand what you mean."

"Mr. Jiang Ming, the general's affairs are a bit far away from us. Let's discuss them in detail later."

"Well, the matter of General Lei Dian spans a long period of time, and there are too many things worth talking about. It is really not convenient for the moment."

Xinhai nodded, indeed.

When it comes to gods, nothing is easy.

"You just said that the Kamisato family has the [End of the End], but Narukami Taisha is just a shrine. How can it help us?"

Hearing this, a smile appeared on Jiang Ming's face.

Miss Xinhai, you have absolutely no idea what the fourth power is!

"We can't look at things in isolation, Ms. Heartsea."

Jiang Ming slowly began to explain.

"It is indeed difficult for Narukami Taisha to help us, but the Yaeguchi of Narukami Taisha can. Under the Yaeguchi, there is also a civilian organization called Yae-do, which is our target."

When he said this, Jiang Ming glanced at Wu Lang.

Hmm, I wonder if Miss Hina...

"What are you looking at me for?"

Goro: scratching his head.jpg

He always felt offended.

"I know Yaedo. They mainly deal in light novels. Their light novels are updated regularly, have a wide market, are easy to buy, and are of good quality and low price. This is one of the main features of Inazuma."

"Yes, do you know what this means?"

"what?"

"It means they have sales outlets all over Inazuma, stable and fast delivery channels, and efficient printing with high quality and low price. I heard that Yaedo also purchased the latest printing press from Fontaine. But what are these for? If you want to pass on military intelligence or gather information, there are faster and more accurate ways."

The last sentence was said by Xinhai.

As expected of the military strategist of Kaigi Island, he was able to quickly summarize Yaedo's characteristics with just one sentence.

If it weren't for Xinhai's own historical limitations, if it weren't for the fact that he was a time traveler, Jiang Ming felt that he was really not good enough.

"Ms. Xinhai is absolutely right. However, what if we use the advantages of Yaedo to create a communication medium similar to the Steam Bird Newspaper and use it as our mouthpiece to say what we want to say and convey the news we want others to know in the rear of the shogunate, and even indirectly manipulate the local people's hearts and minds?"

For a moment, Xinhai froze in place.

Wu Lang subconsciously began to refute.

"That's impossible. If the influence can really reach a level that can influence people's hearts and minds, then the nine points..."

As he was talking, he stopped by himself.

Back to the starting point.

Yae-do is the property of Yae-son.

If Kujo Takayuki dares to seal off Yaedo, wouldn't that be a slap in the face of Yaedo Shinto?

Yaegamiko is the chief priest of Narukami Taisha Shrine.

If you, Kujo Takayuki, dare to slap Yae Miko in the face, isn't that slapping the face of Narukami Taisha?

This is not the closure of Yaedo, this is clearly a dispute with Narujin Taisha Shrine.

Originally, it was not convenient for the Naruto-taisha Shrine to be involved in worldly affairs, but you came here to cause trouble.

Isn't this just giving a declaration to Narukami Taisha Shrine?

Who among my family members understands? He really does. I am crying my heart out.

So can this be done?

It probably can be done.

After all, at this stage, the two sides are still brothers in distress in the same trench, and Yaegamiko and Kaigi Island still have common interests and demands.

After realizing this, Goro and Xinhai also stood there in a daze.

This... is terrifying when you think about it.

A plan that puts Kujo Takayuki in a dilemma.

When that time really comes, should we close down Yaedo and then face the pressure from Narukami Taisha Shrine, or should we turn a blind eye and face the criticism from Umigijima and then the collective attack from all Inazuma members?

Tenryo Bugyo was indeed powerful, and Kujo Takayuki was indeed second to none, but they were not yet to the point of being able to cover the sky with one hand.

There is a general above my head.

Kujo Takayuki couldn't stand the scene where all the Ina wives attacked him.

In order to plunder the property of the Inazuma people, many chambers of commerce were mobilized to act as white gloves.

The isolation order and the eye-hunting order are both issued under the banner of the general.

Given the current cultural level of most people like Inazuma, who can only recognize a few common characters, the one who can see through the layers of disguise and discover Kujo Takayuki hiding behind the scenes is destined to be just a very small number of people and pose no threat.

But with a newspaper like this, things are a little different.

What if Kujo Takayuki would rather face the Narugami Taisha Shrine than seal up the Yaedo?

That's even easier. Let's face General Raiden directly. Why did you seal off Yaedang? How do you want to explain?

Yae Shinko is a relative of the gods and a good friend of Lei Dianying for hundreds of years. He is not a small character who can be manipulated by others.

"Remember what I said before, that we should ask Kujo Takayuki for food?"

"I said at the time that there had to be a method. Now, the method has come out."

"That's what I want."

Chapter 5 Eye of God

"First, on Umijima Island, at the checkpoint where there are many refugees, let the soldiers on Umijima Island spread the news that there is a shortage of food and that we should be careful not to be too deliberate. Then temporarily reduce the number of refugees to be taken in, and repatriate some refugees in good condition. Finally, let the news of our food shortage spread in Inazuma Castle. It would be best if the news spreads throughout Inazuma Castle and everyone in the city knows about it. If Kujo Takayuki still wants to make some money from the war, then he will know what to do."

"In this way, we can stand and earn food, right?"

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