August 2010 Gifu Castle
While the burning sun was raging, our party came before Gifu Castle.
"... I finally saw Gifu Castle...Well, you're back... to your hometown. "
This impenetrable castle rises on a steep mountain.Just seeing that magnificent sight makes your chest hot.
It's only been about three months, but it feels like you've been home for years.How are Princess Fujime and Princess Kai...?
I remembered the day I left Anjo Castle, shaken by the warm wind.The day when you were ready and confronted with reality, even though you had an ideal.
The day after my grandfather woke up, I went out in front of the elders without hiding my cried and swollen face.Everyone had a sad look on my face, but they didn't say anything.
I was just glad to hear that kind of care.
"I think I'll go to Gifu with my grandmother.I will leave it to Shingoro in Gifu and then return to Anjo Castle.... can I leave you alone for a while? "
I'm sorry for lowering my eyebrows, but the elders forgave my selfishness without looking at me.
'Don't worry! Until Sanjuji-sama returns, we will protect Anjo Castle!!!
"... I don't know."
Communicating gratitude to the elders separates the story once.Take a deep breath, close your eyes, and check your thoughts again.
Last thought I had in my chest.I can't go back anymore. The position of the Oda family as the main player will not forgive me for two words.
--But... my path was decided from the beginning.... then we have no choice but to proceed.
After slowly opening my eyes, I called Goro to the left at the right end.
"Everyone, let the battle begin.Begin action as soon as the rest of you return.I want all of Japan to know that the Oda family deserves to unify the world.Goro Left... is it possible to gather troops while continuing to build streets? "
"Ha, it's past harvest time, but after October, I'll be foolish if it's possible.And where does the Three Wizards intend to attack? "
Goro answers his natural question without putting his hair in.
"The enemy is Nagasobu, the ruler of Tosa."
Nagasoogubu......!
I'm not really surprised that the elders were expecting it.Does it feel like, "Is that day finally coming?"
Originally, my grandfather had organized the Nagashibu Capture Force, which was probably one of the factors that my understanding caught up with.
"As soon as the nearby guard is ready, we'll start the invasion with this one.The cause is ours! Everyone, get ready! "
Thank you!!!
Kunroku asked worriedly how the elders who responded forcefully felt.
"Master Sanji-sama... are you being forced to do this? The Three Wizards do not like to fight originally.If we attack the Nagashibu family, it is inevitable that blood will flow.Is it still okay? "
"... don't worry, it's probably not going to be such a big fight.Besides, if we do not fight, we will never have a peaceful world.This can't be helped. "
"... uhh! Master Sanju!"
Feeling the sight of Kunroku, he looked at the ceiling unexpectedly.
"... the only way to lose a battle is to fight.What a... funny story... "
No one is going to listen to Sole whispering in self-ridicule.It melted into space.
When vain thoughts swirl around your chest, the vines look at you unexpectedly.
"Master Sanju....."
"What's wrong, Fujiyoshiro?"
"............ no, nothing.We will make fine adjustments to the Long Sobu Chase. Don't worry. "
"I see. … Then I'll leave it up to everyone."
Thank you!
After seeing the elders lying flat deep, I left the hall ready.As you walk slowly through the hallway, the face of the vine passed behind your head.
I was about to say something... and I wanted to tell you... but then I shut my mouth without being able to say it... and I had that look on my face.
... words have to be spoken.Of course, but then...The sad screams of the vines were clearly conveyed.
--It was a confession.
It's like mourning your helplessness.I hate the irrationality of this world.... I couldn't stop the Lord from following the ash path... I couldn't reach out.I put my hand down.
That was what I needed.Because it is a necessary process to be recognized as a person in the world as the owner of the Oda family.
That's why... the vine couldn't say anything.
The truth is, you wanted to stop it more than anyone.I understand that need better than anyone else.
I'm sorry... vines. I realized what I was thinking, but I ran away.I pretended not to notice.
Otherwise... it would have stopped.
This is the path I chose.
Unify the world and eliminate disputes from Nippon.That's why I'm going to war.
Yes... I made up my mind.
We must sacrifice those who live now for the children of the future we have yet to see.You must not connect the chain of hatred to the children of the future.
I want you to forgive me for making such a selfish ideal...Because I will connect more lives than the blood I shed to the future.
--Your deaths will never be in vain.
"... and... Your Highness?"
I was surprised to hear you call me from the side.
When I opened my closed eyes and turned to my side, I saw a pine figure staring at me worriedly.
"Your Highness, it's time to get to Gifu Castle. Are you okay? Shall we take a break? "
"... don't worry, I was just sleeping.Let's get to Gifu Castle.Everyone's waiting for you. "
"... hah, I understand."
Looking back at the pine that goes down with peace of mind, the bamboo tube passed from the snow draws moisture from the mouth.
A little too much sentimentality.
Since then, there has been no particular problem and it is a little past noon.Our party arrived at Gifu Castle.
Beyond the gate, there was a group of ministers headed by Shingoro, and some of the family members were Princess Fujime and Princess Kai.
Welcome home! Three Wizards!!!
Welcome home! Milord!
I give back a smile to everyone who hasn't been disturbed.
"... I'm home."
I have to protect this smile.