Swallow Back

"Master Liuyun... I'm sorry, I didn't know what was going on just now..."

Akiyama Rinko's whisper was full of fear and self-blame, like a child who broke a vase and was at a loss.

"It's all right. It's not your fault."

Liu Yun comforted him with a slow and low but very firm answer.

"...Master Liuyun! My lord..." Akiyama Rinko raised her head and looked back. The height difference made her just able to meet Liuyun's gaze, expressing the emotion mixed with shyness and anticipation with her eyes, expressing the emotion hidden in her heart directly. The emotion in my heart: "Please... from now on... when you are with us, don't just look at the captain, but occasionally look at other people, is that okay?"

"...Okay! I will remember you, and I will always watch you. Ms. Akiyama...no, Rinko."

Liu Yun was a little hesitant at first, after all, he didn't quite understand when and where the love of this girl with a ponytail came from, and he didn't have the confidence to accept it.

But looking at the other party's appearance, it is obvious that he is deeply troubled by the evil spirit and is in great danger of losing his normality.

In this situation, no matter what, it is impossible to say no!

Even if it is hypocrisy and obscenity, a positive response must be made.

"Ah..." Akiyama Rinko blushed suddenly, turned around with difficulty, and buried her face in Liuyun's chest: "I'm so happy...you didn't even call the captain's name 'Asaji', but you called me first 'Rinko' is..."

After saying this, Ms. Jinghe's expression suddenly became a little strange.

Fortunately, she may have a stronger strength or a stronger will, and she was not affected by the residual breath of Yaodao Village Masha.

Ms. Jinghe coughed twice pretending to be calm, and stepped forward to express her concern: "Rinzi, are you all right just now! The slap on the wrist that my lord made to stop you was really hard..."

Said generally she was stunned.

Originally, Ms. Jinghe didn't mean anything else, but as soon as she said the words, why did she even feel a little weird?

"Well……"

Akiyama Rinko still leaned weakly on Liuyun, raised her arm, looked at the injured wrist, without any pain, but with a look of joy in her eyes, lowered her eyebrows and lowered her eyes and smiled, using a thin mosquito The voice of the gnat said: "That's great... Not only the captain, but even Mrs. Iori have no experience of being taught by Mr. Liuyun, right? I'm the only one..."

Ms. Jinghe was stunned when she heard the words, she was speechless, she glanced at Liuyun, and there was a hint of resentment and envy in her eyes.

Liu Yun suddenly subconsciously felt very troublesome, but he didn't know how to resolve it.

At this time, Okita Sougo, who stood watching from a distance for a long time, slowly approached, with surprise and curiosity shining in his eyes, and said in an excited and admiring tone: "She called you Mr. Liuyun? If I guessed correctly If so, it’s Omi Sasaki Ryuun who is known as the ‘Number One Warrior’ who worked for the Oda family? Is this the true identity of the mysterious businessman ‘Kojiro Manshiya’? You’ve really heard of his name for a long time!”

Chapter 216 The New Leader of the Shinsengumi

Under the special circumstances of chance and coincidence, Ms. Akiyama Rinko finally expressed her long-held feelings in her heart, and she also got a positive response from a sinful but parallel noble man. 1

So she passed out contentedly in Liu Yun's arms.

Why using the ability to clear the effect of "Masha of the Demon Sword Village" would cause dizziness, this matter is not clear to Liu Yun.

Perhaps the presence of an onmyoji of Takenaka Shigeharu's level could explain the specific reason.

But no matter how you look at it, there is no need for that.

Now that Liu Yun still knows that the girl with a ponytail in his arms is just exhausted and absent-minded, and not in any physical or mental danger, he can relax and don't need to worry too much.

I have to say that after this experience, the impression left by Rinko Akiyama in her mind has been greatly strengthened, and she is no longer the "acquaintance who barely knows the name" before.

At this time, Ms. Jinghe who was standing beside her had a very complicated expression, with a subtle emotion exuding from her whole body, as if she was muttering such inexplicable words as "it might as well be me".

Yizhi, who turned into a Taidao, complained in a helpless tone through the spiritual link: "I know that the red flowers and green willows around the adults will definitely flow endlessly, and I don't dare to stop them in the slightest." Delusion, I just hope that you will consider the order of first-come-first-served, and give Sister Shaluo a higher priority..."

Her grandmother, Captain Changguang, used to not say anything about the entanglements of the younger generation in the Shura field, but this time there was also a subtle "heh" that seemed to be devoid of any emotion. 1

To be honest, this word is worth savoring carefully.

But Liu Yun didn't bother to think about it seriously, because he was about to face another troublesome matter.

The phrase "Master Liuyun" that Akiyama Rinko shouted out just now when she was emotionally disturbed can be said to have exposed very important information.

Okita Sougo who happened to be next to him was a clever man, and immediately deduced the specific truth from these few words.

"She called you Liuyun-sama? If I'm not mistaken, it's Omi Sasaki Liuyun who worked for the Oda family and was called the 'No. [-] Warrior'? Is this the true identity of the mysterious businessman 'Master House Kojiro'? It’s really been a long time to admire your name!”

After saying these words, Azaji Jinghe immediately became vigilant, holding the handle of the knife and standing beside Liuyun in a guarded manner, preventing the other party from making any moves.

Although Okita Sougo still has an expression of admiration and admiration, and has not yet shown hostility, but after all, his identity has been exposed, which is always very inappropriate.

Liu Yun is still calm.

At this time, there is no way to blame that girl Akiyama Rinko, she was eroded by the evil spirit and lost her mind, and that's what happened.

So Liu Yun just smiled indifferently, and said calmly: "So, Mr. Okita, you should understand why I was so hesitant when faced with the invitation to 'join the real election team as a candidate for team leader'."

"No, no, no, there is no need!" Okita Sougo hurriedly persuaded: "Even if you are a member of the Oda family, what does it matter? You are still a friend against the Ichiko clan. Even if you are a member of the Oda family As a retainer, there's no reason why you can't have other identities at the same time!"

There was a very sincere and sincere attitude in the words.

At least, even Liu Yun, who possesses the "power of bewitching", can't see any hypocrisy.

Okita Sougo's point of view is not without reason.Fusang is now a feudal chaotic era with oriental characteristics, and the relationship between retainers and lords is often formed by a contract of rights and obligations, rather than a complete personal attachment.In addition to fulfilling feudal obligations, there is nothing wrong with having a side job.

"Hmm..." Liu Yun replied with a tone, bowed his head and remained silent, pretending to be in deep thought.

Seeing this, Sougo Okita sighed, showing a pitiful expression, and begged deeply: "In any case, you can also serve as the guest secretary of the Shinsengumi first, and help me survive this most difficult time... ... Please, please! We will definitely assist as much as possible without violating the mission of Shinsengumi!"

After hearing this, Liu Yun considered it for a while before finally accepting it.

Sougo Okita cheered again, with a happy smile on his face.

Liu Yun could also feel that this emotion was completely real without any pretense.

The way Okita Sougo looked before, whether it was his usual arrogance, arrogance and insulting words, or his demeanor after being defeated, all of them were intentional.

But now, the feeling of inviting Liu Yun to help revive the "Shinsengumi" is quite real.He didn't pay too much attention to the true identity of "Sasaki Ruun" and the situation of the Oda family behind it.

But that doesn't mean there's nothing wrong with it.

Liu Yun still maintains strong curiosity and necessary caution.

……

Next, on the big ship used by the Shinsengumi as an important stronghold, Liuyun unceremoniously occupied the largest guest room, leaving Rinko Akiyama to rest, and Asagi Igawa to take care of it, and ordered to contact immediately if there was anything .

Then, at the invitation of Okita Sougo, Liu Yun participated in the "anti-cleaning" activities of the Shinsengumi.

The process is like this -

First of all, Sougo Okita used the name of the team leader Isao Kondo to send an urgent invitation to the remnants of the "traditional faction" and the cadres of the neutral faction, in order to gain support, or at least an attitude of no opposition.

He got a response immediately, and five cadres and more than 20 ordinary members came to the scene quickly and expressed their willingness to cooperate.

Then, under the pretense of the identity of the deputy head of the mutiny leader, Jujuro Hijikata, he released a message to the core personnel of the "hardliners" who had participated in the infighting activities in the past few days, claiming that they had won the victory and the situation was under control, and that they could come to the headquarters for a meeting. Share the fruits of victory, and reward for meritorious deeds.

Within a day and night, as expected, thirty or forty middle-level cadres of the "hardliners" threw themselves into the trap without knowing it, and they all brought some followers.

A total of 150 people were contained one by one.

Or a small number would rather die than surrender and die immediately.

Okita Sougo simply didn't have enough manpower to watch over them, and it was inconvenient to kill them without interrogation—otherwise, it would be no different from the style of "hardliners", and it would obviously lead to the rapid collapse of the organization.

The one who can control the field first depends on Okita Sougo's own martial arts.

Visually, he can deal with at least ten or twenty ordinary Shinsengumi members at the same time, as long as he stands within sight, he has enough deterrence.

But that alone is not enough.

After all, Sougo Okita couldn't keep an eye on 150 prisoners under house arrest all the time.

At this time, the existence of Liuyun is very necessary.

The strength he showed was significantly higher than that of Okita Sougo. All those who had seen it, except for a few who took death outrageously, were terrified and lost the will to resist.

In the words of a Shinsengumi cadre: "Even if a hundred people besiege him, thirty or fifty people will die to achieve the goal. So how many people are willing to do the thirty or fifty people who died?"

With this unreasonable endorsement of force, Sougo Okita was able to control the situation and conduct public interrogations and referees.

Among the "hardliners", those who took the lead in brandishing knives at their teammates were clearly punished; the second-level participants who threatened to participate in attacks on teammates and the people were imprisoned and waited to be punished; and the circumstances were minor, and there was a sense of repentance—— At least the superficial sense of repentance, giving the opportunity to commit crimes and make meritorious deeds.

It is not an easy job for Sougo Okita to eliminate the residual poison of Toshiro Hijikata, ensure that the purpose of the Shinsengumi will not be shaken, and prevent the entire organization from being downsized too much and directly collapsed.

However, he seemed heartless, but actually dealt with it very well.

During this period, Liu Yun hardly said a word, just stood by with a knife, but still established a very high prestige in a short period of time.

Everywhere he looked, everyone was in awe.

There are even a few people who immediately developed a mentality of admiration and love. The reason is probably similar to the "Stockholm Syndrome" in later generations.

On the contrary, the serious team leader, the orangutan-like Isao Kondo, because no one could cure the poison on his body after Shikata Toshiro died, he could only lie on the floor weakly and talk a few empty words.

Chapter 217 The New Leader of the Shinsengumi

"As for the next situation of the Shinsengumi, everyone should have no objection!"

When the voice fell to the ground, half of the people actively responded, while most of the people bowed their heads and remained silent.

It was still on the ship that was used as a stronghold.

Okita Sougo maintained his usual arrogant and lazy posture, and made a defiant voice.

Behind him is Isao Kondo, the leader of the Shinsengumi, pale and weak, lying on a mat as a mascot.

Then, on the side of the mascot, standing with his head held high, his arms folded, and his sword without saying a word, is the upstart who has recently risen.

The true identity of Omi Sasaki Ruun has been revealed by Okita Sougo, but after discussion, he still uses the pseudonym "Master House Kojiro" outside.

"As for the next situation of the Shinsengumi, everyone should have no objection!"

Okita Sougo repeated it again.

The meaning of laziness gradually disappeared, and there was a faint chill in the words.

There were a few people who couldn't bear the pressure, and reluctantly answered in a low voice: "Understood" or "Understood".

There were more than 20 samurai with extraordinary appearance and aura. It seemed that they should be middle-level cadres in the Shinsengumi after a wave of cleaning and anti-cleaning.

Regarding Okita Sougo's speech, about four or five people stood upright and responded immediately, sitting upright and cross-legged, answering loudly.

These should be the only remaining core forces of the so-called "traditional faction".By the way, Kosuke Sawagi, who is suspected to be Ms. Igawa's marriage contract, is also included.

Another five or six people looked frightened and obsequious, and knelt down on the ground one after another, expressing their loyalty in a hurry.

These are obviously powerless grass on the fence, and they can only follow the wind.

Most of the rest of the people, some were extremely worried, some moaned, and some frowned in displeasure, and did not respond positively to Okita Sougo's words.

Even if he couldn't bear the pressure and reluctantly succumbed, he still looked unwilling.