Swallow Back

In this troubled time, the Shinsengumi is clearly facing a critical survival situation.

After Okita Sougo's "death" was confirmed, everyone on and off the large ship used as a stronghold was panicked and restless.

The team leader Kondo Isao, who was already suffering from the severe poison and dragged his body sick, turned pale immediately when he heard about it, he was dumbfounded and speechless, spit out a mouthful of old blood, and then fell into a coma, so he had to be carried to the room for rescue.

After several other members looked at each other, they walked to the stern of the ship with a tacit understanding and expressionless, held their heads high and pulled out a short blade to cut their waists and abdomen, and then jumped into the sea with their last strength.

"Master Okita, I will continue to serve you in the next life!"

"Please let me go underground to be your pawn!"

"Since Mr. Okita is gone, it doesn't make any sense for me to live!"

Only such shouts are left, echoing between the sea and the sky.

Liu Yun was still a little distracted thinking about the Nine-Tailed Fox. He thought they were just looking for a quiet place to mourn, so he didn't follow. When he heard the bad news, he was caught off guard.

As a result, the emotions of the Shinsengumi members completely collapsed.

Further down, someone left the meeting with excuses and sneaked away in a small boat—Liu Yun could see the truth, and perhaps others could too, but he lacked the stance to retain or force him to stay.

There are also those who are disheartened, bid farewell openly, and walk away.There is no way to stop this.

The Shinsengumi experienced the Hijikata Toshiro Rebellion, and their vitality was greatly damaged. There were only [-] or [-] cadres left, and now they have lost nearly half.

As for how many ordinary team members died in battle, ran away, or lost contact, there is no way to count them.

The remaining dozen or so people who could speak were looking at each other, helpless.

As a result, the other team members, whether they are warriors, boatmen, handymen, or waiters, all inevitably panicked. A few left with acquaintances, and most ran to the deck of the big ship, anxiously waiting for someone to make a decision .

Liu Yun swept his eyes and saw many men and women in simple clothes and weather-beaten clothes.

Learned about it a few days ago.These people were either persecuted by those who have always been in power, or they were forced to leave their hometowns when they encountered something they shouldn't see.

Most of the swordsmen join the Shinsengumi to realize their ideals, or to avenge their hatred.Boatmen, handymen, and waiters simply earn a living.

Only then did Liu Yun stop thinking about the Nine-Tailed Fox's question, and instead had the urge to do something.

The Shinsengumi's so-called purpose of "returning Yixiangzong to the original heart" is actually not worth worrying about.But they do provide another option for the people of the Long Island area, which is objectively positive.

Just what should I do...

Liu Yun fell into deep thought and couldn't make a decision for a while.

At this time, there was a sad-faced cadre of the Shinsengumi, who joined some members in series, came to him, knelt down and begged: "Mr. The leader of the selected team acts as an agent, lead everyone to continue fighting, please! I believe this is also Okita-sama’s last wish..."

Liu Yun was not very sensitive when he heard the title "Mr. Kojiro", and it took him a while to realize that he is still using the identity of "Mr. Kojiro of Master House".

And the person who came to persuade him was a man who was suspected to be the marriage partner of Ms. Igawa, named Kosuke Sawaki.

Fortunately, Miss Jing He will not be embarrassed to see him now.

——Of course, this is not the time to take into account the children's affairs, Sawaki Kosuke's recommendation is exactly in line with Liuyun's wishes, so he did not make any excuses, and agreed generously.

With a heavy heart, I didn't even read two lines of poems.

Author's note: Alas, today I was determined to restore the two shifts, but due to physical discomfort, the coding speed still couldn't keep up.

By the way... Some readers should already know that I was diagnosed with cervical spondylosis and tenosynovitis last week, and I have been quite uncomfortable recently.

sad.

Chapter 232 My Masanari Hattori

"Why don't you ask Mr. Kojiro to act as the leader of the Shinsengumi temporarily!"

In front of his colleagues, Sawaki Kosuke's proposal was completely unexpected, yet reasonable.

A newcomer who has just joined the organization for less than a month—it may not even be counted as an official joiner. His true identity is still doubtful, but he has unfathomable force. He has made amazing achievements in just a few days...

All in all, it is difficult to make a proper evaluation.

If no one raised it first, everyone might not have the intention to elect this "Kojiro of All Things House" to be the director.But now since Kosuke Sawaki has spoken out boldly, everyone is unwilling to speak out against it, or they can't find any reason to object.

On the contrary, some people murmured: "Although that lord is indeed very powerful, after all, he still doesn't know much about our true selection..."

Hearing such words, Sawaki Kosuke immediately retorted loudly and unceremoniously: "Mr. Manshiya Kojiro took over the position of team leader. This is the arrangement of Okita-sama before his death! Besides, are there any other feasible candidates now?"

Immediately, the other party could only remain silent, unable to continue questioning.

Because this is an irrefutable reality.

Therefore, when Kosuke Sawaki asked Liuyun to come forward, he could say "this is the consensus of everyone who has no objection".

And after Liu Yun generously agreed, he took over the power logically and regarded himself as the leader.

He immediately summoned all the remaining members of the ship, and issued a declaration that pointed to the hearts of the people: "Since Sawaki has already offered an invitation, then I have the audacity to stand up and give orders for the time being. Do you have any questions about this?"

Only [-]% of the samurai showed positive support, and another [-]% showed insincere symbolic approval, and the rest of the words and deeds were relatively indifferent.

But the boatman, handymen, and waiters were all very happy, all with expressions of comfort and peace of mind.They probably don't care about who will be the master of the house, they just hope that their jobs will not be smashed.

So far, the original organizational structure on the ship has finally resumed operation.

Knowing that what he was taking over was an incomplete Shinsengumi team, Liu Yun immediately counted the population and learned that there were 95 sword-wielding warriors on board, including [-] cadres who held positions.

Compared with ten days ago, the staff reduction is more than two-thirds.

There are also some peripheral members who are temporarily placed in other places and have not had time to board the ship. It is estimated that there are no more than [-] at most, and obviously they will not play a big role.

If it weren't for such devastation and waste waiting to be done, it would not be the turn of the newcomer who goes by the pseudonym "Kojiro Manshiya" to take over the big responsibility.

Even though it was already so devastated and everything was waiting to be done, there were still only a few people headed by Kosuke Sawaki who sincerely recommended Liuyun and were willing to obey orders, and most of the rest waited quietly.

Normally speaking, it always takes a period of time to use both soft and hard methods to establish prestige.

That was something Liu Yun was neither good at nor passionate about.

But the news that came suddenly at this time changed the situation again.

In fact, it can't be called "news from the news". At this time, the investigation system of the Shinsengumi has already collapsed.

Liu Yun stood on the deck and saw the fleet coming from the north in the distance.

The monks of Yixiangzong came to encircle and suppress again!

Didn't he repel the big octopus a few days ago and make the opponent return without success?Why is it making a comeback today?

Could it be because of the captured double agent "Uncle Sorachi"?

In any case, the Shinsengumi is at its lowest ebb and is facing the attack of foreign enemies, so we can only count on the new leader as the mainstay to turn the tide.

Fortunately, this is not difficult for Liu Yun.

The ten-foot-long octopus from last time was gone, and Monk Yi Xiangzong sent some other monsters to fight.In the sky, there are still crows and dogs hovering around to investigate, while in the sea, all kinds of shrimp soldiers and crab generals who have become fine are making trouble.

These monsters are still somewhat threatening to the ordinary members of the Shinsengumi, but they are not all-in-one enemies in front of Liu Yun, and they are killed countless in an instant.

The large ship used as a base was not damaged at all.

Then, under the horrified gazes of the members of the Shinsengumi, Liuyun grew wings and flew into the sky, killing two more Yatengu who were serving for the Issato sect.The rest of the Yatengu fled in a panic, not daring to come closer.

At this point, everyone was amazed and awed—the "respect" here may be faked, but "fear" is definitely not fake.

It seems that although the Shinsengumi is at its lowest ebb, Sasaki Ruun, who has the pseudonym "Kojiro Manshiya", is in command, and he will not be wiped out by Ichimune's fleet.

Turn on the horsepower and concentrate on turning to the vast southern sea area.

According to experience, Yixiangzong's large fleet can't catch up very far, and it will go back home.

After all, the monk's family has a big business on Long Island, and there is no way to let the soldiers spend time outside at sea.

however--

This time, Yixiangzong's fleet chased for [-] or [-] hours. From daytime to sunset to sunrise, they left the coast for hundreds of kilometers, but they still had no intention of giving up and continued to follow behind.

During the period, due to the factors of light, hydrology, weather, and wind direction, they stopped and went, sometimes fast and sometimes slow, and the distance between the two sides was always maintained. Too tired.

At this time, Liu Yun realized that things were not simple.

The brainwashed double-faced agent "Uncle Sorachi" who was captured must have a deep secret hidden in him.It is the level to which Yixiangzong must pursue relentlessly and cannot be abandoned.

I'm a little excited about this cloud.

But other Shinsengumi members felt rather panicked.

Now, Xiangzong did not hesitate to make Long Island empty, but also sent a fleet to pursue it fiercely, which is very disturbing.

Just at this time, Liuyun received the information sent by Kazuyoshi Takigawa through the magic weapon of communication.

It was a wave of ups and downs. According to the pre-agreed code name, it probably means "The other party's attitude has suddenly become tough. The negotiation has officially failed, and we will withdraw from Long Island City. Your traces may have been exposed. Please decide your next move." ".

Then the one-time communication instrument can no longer be used.

At this time, Liu Yun really felt that things had become troublesome.

Yixiang Zong's reaction was great.

Judging from this posture, even if the Shinsengumi transfers to an inaccessible island in the south, Yixiangzong will persevere in killing them, even if they are attacked by other enemies during this period.

Facing the chasing fleet behind him, Liuyun himself has a way to get out no matter what, but what about the other members?

If it was before, it would be a big deal to retreat to the island. With the heroic fighting of hundreds of soldiers from the Zhenxuan group, coupled with the home court advantage of waiting for work, it is enough to contend with the army that has always traveled from afar.

But now the situation is special.

After being hit by accidents in succession, his side is already at the end of the wind.In this case, the Shinsengumi will definitely not be able to withstand another fierce battle.

After Liuyun thought about it, he told everyone that he had a close relationship with the Oda family, and asked if he could sail the ship to the Shima port under the Oda family's command.

But the boatman's answer was: "In order to avoid Ichigomune's fleet, we have already traveled a long way to the southeast, but Shima Port is on the west side. We need to bypass the pursuers to get close. It will be very dangerous!"

Liu Yun took a look at the very rough charts drawn in this era and understood this point.Then it immediately occurred to him that in this case, he could drop by Mihe and Yuanjiang and seek help from the Oda family's allies, the Tokugawa family.

In short, in order to survive this crisis, the Shinsengumi may have to temporarily live under the roof of others.

People didn't have much resistance to this.

It may have been there, but he dared not express it in front of the "Master House Kojiro" who has great powers and acquaintances.

In short, the order was conveyed smoothly, and the boatmen immediately diverted to the direction of Yuanjiang.

Liu Yun is thinking about how to get in touch with and deal with the Tokugawa family.

Unexpectedly, shortly after, a fleet with the banner of the clover family pattern appeared in the east.

At the same time, a falcon hovered and descended in the air, came to the top of the deck, and spit out a loud human voice: "This is Masanari Hattori of the Tokugawa family. I found out that you came to my site half an hour ago. It seems that there are monks from the Ichizo sect behind me Chasing... May I ask who are you?"