Chapter 601 The Emperor's Thoughts
"Master..." Hase Toshiki's face showed a hint of joy, and there was an indescribable excitement in his heart.
He has understood since a long time ago,
It is precisely because of having the towering tree of Master as a shield behind him that he was able to develop steadily under the coercion of the Tianshogunate.
Gradually, the Heian Shogunate grew from a small force to a huge dynasty that unified Yingzhou.
However, this surprise only lasted a few seconds, and Hase Toshiki felt a little hesitant again.
His thoughts changed in a thousand ways in an instant, thinking that his master had not shown up for a long time, as if he had disappeared from the world.
Now that he has gone through all kinds of hardships, he has finally achieved the body of a true dragon.
The master suddenly appeared. Is there some unknown conspiracy hidden in the reason and purpose?
In fact, it’s not his fault for having such doubts.
After all, Toshiki Hase has been in a high position for too long and has experienced too many ups and downs and intrigues.
This also caused him to become extremely sensitive and cautious about everything, and even a little suspicious.
In addition, for more than a hundred years, the teacher has been in seclusion.
I almost encountered accidents several times, and was almost snatched away by the Qianye True Dragon. Life and death were on the line.
These also made him complain a lot sometimes.
After all, if the teacher is here, your personal safety can be guaranteed.
The master had already disappeared without a trace, and before that he had taken back control of the Yin soldiers.
As a result, the number of troops in his hands was greatly reduced, his strength was greatly reduced, and he was almost ignored by other powerful officials in the shogunate, losing everything.
However, he overcame all these difficulties and challenges with his will and wisdom.
Amidst all kinds of hardships and tests, he continued to grow and strengthen, and finally became the true dragon he is today.
He became His Majesty the Emperor who commanded the entire Yingzhou, and was powerful in all directions.
Hase Toshiki, who understands people's hearts and knows how to deal with the world, also understands that the master's strength is really unfathomable.
Perhaps it was his master who suppressed His Majesty Amaterasu behind his back that gave him the opportunity to rise up in troubled times and achieve hegemony.
Thinking like this, Toshiki Hase suddenly felt a little better.
He knew that his ability to reach this point was not only due to his own efforts, but also because of his master and teachers behind him.
It's just that he is too paranoid now. The last thing he wants is to become just a pawn in the hands of others.
Being manipulated and used by others, and when success comes, it is also time for others to reap the fruits of victory.
No matter who that person is, Toshiki Hase cannot tolerate such a thing happening.
And once you become someone else's pawn, you lose your autonomy and control.
He could only be at the mercy of others, which Toshiki Hase could not accept.
Precisely because of this, he was particularly cautious at this moment and said to Mustard Seed:
"Master...do you want to see me now? Or do you have other things to ask?"
Although his words were relaxed, as if he could do it at any time, the hidden meaning in his words was obviously that he didn't want to meet the master without preparation.
After spending hundreds of years with Hase Toshiki, Mustard Zi already knew who he was.
Although Toshiki Hase has a kingly demeanor, he has a sense of caution and a sense of vigilance that he does not completely trust anyone.
But it makes him always be extra cautious when dealing with things and dare not trust others easily.
Jiezi said softly: "There's no need to rush. After the ceremony is over, you can choose a suitable location and time. It won't be too late to say goodbye."
Hase Toshiki exhaled slowly, thinking to himself.
Since he can choose the location of the meeting, he can arrange the meeting location in today's New Kyoto.
In this new Kyoto, with the blessing of the True Dragon of Luck,
He believed that his true strength would never be worse than that of a God of Creation, but he just lacked the protection of the power of time.
But what he didn't know was that Qianye True Dragon and Mustard Seed's power of time had very little in stock and were almost never used.
This also led to a certain extent that Hase Toshiki had a large deviation in his understanding of the strength of the God of Creation.
However, he also knows that even so, his safety is not absolutely guaranteed.
After all, the master's reputation was so astonishing that even Zang Sakata could only defeat him in one fell swoop.
After thinking about it again and again, Hase Toshiki's expression gradually became a little silent.
There was an indescribable doubt between his brows: "Why didn't Master contact me personally, but wanted to convey his meaning through you..."
When Jiezi heard this, she laughed instantly. Her laughter was full of relaxation and ridicule:
"As the only king of Yingzhou now, don't be so petty. Your master naturally has his own considerations and arrangements. Why are you so entangled?"
Hase Toshiki didn't speak, but his expression suddenly changed slightly.
An indescribable sense of majesty and oppression emanated from his body.
The civil and military ministers in the audience felt this aura, and they couldn't help but feel that a layer of haze suddenly appeared on their heads, and their hearts became heavy.
Seeing Hase Toshiki's expression, Mustard Zi secretly laughed in his heart.
She leaned close to Hase Toshiki's ear and whispered softly, "In fact, it is just as you think. Your master did train you to become a real dragon for a purpose, but I don't know the details."
"These are all told to me by your master."
Hase Toshiki did not change color when he heard this, but his face became much more relaxed, as if a big stone in his heart finally fell.
In the past hundred years, there were often people in the Heian shogunate who defected to Chiba Zhenlong and turned into a void monster,
and there were also people who crossed back and forth, making the boundary between betrayal and loyalty unclear.
This made him more convinced that there is no absolute loyalty in the world,
but interests are eternal and are the most real force that drives people's hearts.
He was born in a humble family, just a civilian samurai family,
without a prominent family background and extraordinary talent.
Many of his fellow apprentices of the same period, whether they were practicing Yin-Yang magic or martial arts, their progress was much faster than his own, which made him feel pressured.
But how could he be valued by the famous "Sword Saint of Asuka" at that time and become a disciple of the dojo?
This question has been lingering in his mind, leaving him puzzled.
Now, he finally knows the answer - he is indeed useful, so he can get the favor and cultivation of the "Sword Saint of Asuka".
This cognition made him breathe a sigh of relief, and the doubts and uneasiness in his heart also disappeared.
He understood that his value and meaning of existence are not only based on his birth and talent, but also on what kind of benefits and contributions he can bring to his master and the Heian shogunate.
After deciding the specific date and place, Hase Toshiki's heart is still full of doubts and uneasiness.
He asked Mustard again: "I wonder if Miss Mustard knows what the master wants to discuss with me this time?"
However, Mustard shook his head gently, with a helpless look on his face: "I don't know."
Hase Toshiki was a little surprised when he heard this.
He frowned and asked, "Miss Jiezi, as a fortune teller, haven't you ever tried to tell a fortune to guess the master's intention?"
When these words came out, a trace of fear flashed in Jiezi's beautiful eyes.
Curiosity is the nature of fortune tellers, not to mention that she is now about to become a god of creation.
How can she not be curious when she can tell nine and a half out of ten things in the world?
However, she finally shook her head and did not answer Hase Junshu's question.
She had certainly told the fortune, but the result frightened her.
Just when she had this idea, she was backfired by 30,000 years of life because of prying into the will of heaven.
Although this is not much for a god of creation,
but you have to know that she only had this idea and thought, and she ushered in such a strong backlash.
If she really forced the calculation, she was afraid that she would be seriously injured if she didn't die, or even die because of it.
Hase Junshu saw the fear and worry of Jiezi, and his mind sank slightly.
He understood that some things were destined and unavoidable.
Even though he was the emperor and had ruled the world for many years, his ascension to the throne was just a formality.
Even if he regretted it now and didn't want to be the emperor, no one dared to say anything.
But in the face of fate, he knew that he couldn't easily change anything.
No matter what, it was inevitable.
Hase Toshiki took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down.
As he waved his hand, many ministers also saw that the emperor seemed to be in a bad mood.
They all dispersed tactfully and didn't dare to say anything more. After all, no one wanted to offend him at this time.
...
In the tavern under the cherry tree, Xie Que walked in slowly.
Two people wrapped in black clothes and covered with cloaks followed him closely.
The two people exuded a cold breath, as if they were messengers from the underworld, giving people a chilling feeling.
Their existence was very similar to those priests in the City God Temple, which made people feel awe. No one even dared to look at them twice, and they left in a hurry.
After all, everyone knows that those priests have to deal with little ghosts every day. If they are not careful, it will be a loss if they lose their lifespan.
Although this place is located on the edge of New Kyoto, it is also considered to be within the imperial city.
Xie Que looked at the location of the tavern, with a smile on his face, and said to Sakata Zang on this side: "My disciple is too cautious."
Sakata Zang shook his head when he heard it: "Such a person has too many thoughts and too complicated minds. Although he seems to be comprehensive, he is destined to not go far on one path."
There was a bit of regret and emotion in his words.
Akainu smiled foolishly, looking up at the sun in the sky and the cherry blossoms falling all over the sky, as if he was enjoying this rare freedom and tranquility.
After all, they have been locked up in the underworld for too long. Today, Xie Que is willing to take them out for "free time", which is a rare opportunity for them.
A few days ago, Xie Que told them a good news: Nichiren Shenjun is not only fine, but also successfully broke through the realm.
But now he is unwilling to worry about mundane trivial matters and chooses to retire.
At first, the two thought Xie Que was deceiving them, after all, such news was too shocking.
However, when Xie Que took out the broken armor, they immediately burst into tears.
From then on, the two believed in Xie Que's words and followed his advice.
Xie Que shook his head slightly, and just sighed: "It's different. You practiced the way of swordsmanship with a pure heart, which is why you can reach the level you are today."
"But my disciple is following the way of the true dragon and the emperor. If he is like you, he would not know even if he was framed by others."
Sakata Zang remained silent, but slowly picked up the teacup and took a sip, as if he was savoring the flavor of the tea.
Xie Que's eyes fell on the long sword at his waist, and a smile flashed in his eyes, and he asked: "How is your sword being maintained? It should have made considerable progress, right?"
Sakata Zang gently blew away the hot steam on the tea, and said with a hint of confidence: "If I meet Chiba Zhenlong, I can kill him with one sword."
Akainu heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up, and he looked at Sakata Zang with admiration: "Brother is really gifted, worthy of being praised by His Majesty."
Xie Que said "hmm", which was considered to be an affirmation of Sakata Zang's words, but then he poured a basin of cold water: "Not enough, Chiba Zhenlong is just the weakest fortune I have ever seen."
Sakata Zang's movements stopped immediately, He was silent for a long time.
After a long time, he pointed in a direction and said lightly: "Your disciple is here."
Hase Toshiki bowed slightly from a distance of about ten feet:
"Master, long time no see. How are you doing recently?"
"Not bad!" Xie Que responded with appreciation, and then patted the bamboo chair next to him, motioning Hase Toshiki to sit down, "Sit down!"
He called the shopkeeper to add more tea, and then looked at Hase Toshiki, "You are faster than your teacher. I thought your teacher would get here before you."
Hase Toshiki deliberately disguised himself today, and his temperament became restrained and deep, just like an ordinary young man, completely without the sharp edge of the past.
The moment he heard Xie Que's words, he asked in confusion: "Master said I am faster than the teacher, what do you mean... in what aspect?"
Xie Que smiled slightly and said: "I want you to go with me to get something, but only people from Yingzhou are qualified to get this thing."
"And among the people of Yingzhou, except for him, Amaterasu, you are the only one who is qualified now."
"Maybe... your teacher will be able to do it soon."
Hase Toshiki was shocked when he heard this. He whispered in a low voice: "Isn't Master from Yingzhou? Why do you say so?"
Xie Que smiled and shook his head: "Of course not, can't you see it all the time?"
At this time, Xie Que naturally didn't need to hide his identity and origins anymore.
He understood that for a person like Hase Toshiki who was heavy-hearted and full of doubts, only sincerity and honesty could move the other party.
Hase Toshiki took a deep breath and tried to calm his inner shock and doubts.
He did not ask about the origin and identity of the master, but only asked: "What does the master want me to take?"
Xie Que did not say much, but stretched out a finger and directly touched the center of Hase Toshiki's eyebrows. (End of this chapter)