Warlords: Rising from the Northwest Border and Sweeping Across the Powers

Chapter 963 1 Everything is under control

The atmosphere in the house became increasingly heavy under the night sky. The moonlight was like water, sprinkling on the bluestone road, casting mottled light and shadows. When Tojo Takehiro appeared at the gate of the house again, it marked the official start of the evacuation operation, and a secret migration related to the fate of the country was about to begin.

Prince Renyu stood in the middle of the house. In the night, his face looked particularly pale, and his eyes revealed a bit of anxiety and confusion. He tightly grasped the corner of his clothes, as if to draw strength from it. Seeing Tojo Yuhide, he seemed to have found his backbone. He walked forward quickly, with a tremor in his voice: "Prime Minister, why didn't my father come?"

Tojo Yuei paused for a moment, looking into the distance with deep eyes. That was the direction of the Imperial Palace, and also the place where his heart was filled with deep feelings. He was silent for a moment, as if he was looking for the most appropriate words. Finally, he gently touched Prince Renyu's head and said in a gentle but firm voice: "Your Majesty will not go with them. He will take another route alone to Kanto. This is for safety and to ensure the continuation of the royal bloodline."

Prince Renyu heard this, although he still had doubts in his heart, but seeing Tojo Yuei's unquestionable eyes, he chose to believe it. He nodded, and a firm look appeared on his young face: "I understand, Prime Minister."

At this time, a group of guards came in hastily. They were dressed in night clothes and painted with camouflage. They were obviously carefully selected elites. They took away Renyu's three younger brothers. The children were still young, their faces were full of fear and reluctance, and they anxiously called "brother". Renyu's heart suddenly tightened, and he hurriedly asked: "Why don't you come with me?"

Tojo Takehiro's eyes became deep again. He sighed softly and explained, "For safety reasons, we must divide into several different evacuation teams and leave Kyoto from different directions. In this way, even if one team encounters an accident, the other teams can reach their destination safely. Your Highness, you are the eldest prince and have a heavier responsibility on your shoulders. When you arrive in Tokyo, you must shoulder the responsibility of the Fuso royal family and protect yourself and your brothers."

Prince Inwoo's eyes were slightly red, but he did not let the tears fall. He took a deep breath and tried to make himself look stronger: "Prime Minister, I understand. I will remember your words. I will take good care of myself and my brothers. Please believe me."

Tojo Yuei nodded with satisfaction, a hint of barely perceptible relief flashed in his eyes. He gently patted Renyu's shoulder, as if conveying an invisible force: "Your Highness, you are much braver than you think. Go, like your brothers, to embrace your future. Remember, no matter what difficulties you encounter, never give up hope, because you are the hope of Fuso."

In an inconspicuous office building on the outskirts of Kyoto, the Kyoto Chinese Intelligence Special Operations Department is operating at full speed.

Chang Xiongchang was sitting at his desk, typing quickly on the keyboard, sending secret telegrams continuously.

The lights in the office were dim, and Xiong Chang frowned, obviously troubled by a problem. At this moment, the door was gently pushed open, and a thin man with a stern face walked in quietly. He was Xiong Chang's right-hand man and one of his secret agents in Fuso, codenamed "Shadow".

"Director, there's a situation." Shadow's voice was low and powerful.

Hearing this, Xiong Chang immediately raised his head, with a hint of expectation in his eyes: "Speak."

"The royal family has taken action." Shadow spoke slowly, and every word was like a heavy hammer, hitting Xiong Chang's heart. "They seem to be sending some important figures of the Fuso royal family to the Kanto region. The specific destination is unknown, but my source is very reliable, and it is 80% true."

Xiong Chang's spirits lifted, and he immediately realized that this might be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. He quickly sorted out possible courses of action in his mind, and asked, "Where did the information come from?"

"The Imperial Family of Fuso," Shadow replied, with a hint of barely perceptible pride in his tone, "It took me a long time to infiltrate, and this time the information is absolutely reliable."

Xiong Chang nodded, already having a plan in mind. He quickly tapped on the keyboard a few times, pulled up a detailed map, and pointed to a location north of Kyoto Prefecture and said, "Maizurugang, have they set their sights on this place?"

Shadow was slightly stunned, obviously not expecting Xiong Chang to be so perceptive. He nodded and confirmed: "Yes, one of their evacuation teams is likely to pass through there, and the target is likely to be the sea route."

Xiong Chang's mouth curled up into a cold smile, he seemed to have seen the dawn of victory: "Very good, notify the navy to take action on the sea. Remember, we want to capture them alive, not kill them. The important figures of the Fuso royal family are of immeasurable value to us."

Just as Xiong Chang turned around and prepared to continue his intense intelligence analysis, a burst of hurried footsteps broke the silence of the office. A staff member in casual clothes and with a capable face hurried in, holding a sealed letter in his hand, his expression revealed a bit of solemnity.

"Director, there is an emergency." He spoke in a low voice and handed the letter to Xiong Chang.

Xiong Chang took the letter, opened it quickly, and scanned the letter paper. This was a secret letter from Mitsui Kazuki, the head of the Mitsui family. The content of the letter was brief but shocking - Mitsui Kazuki claimed that he had an extremely important bargaining chip in his hand, the value of which was enough to affect the direction of the entire situation, but he insisted on meeting the head of the Operations Department in person before revealing the details.

After reading the letter, Xiong Chang frowned and fell into deep thought. The Mitsui family, a family that plays an important role in Fuso and even in the global business world, their every move is enough to attract attention from all parties. At this time, they suddenly received such news, which made people suspicious.

"Director, this..." Seeing this, the staff member hesitated to speak, obviously caught off guard by this sudden news.

At this time, the deputy director happened to push the door open and saw the letter in Xiong Chang's hand and the nervous look of the staff. He immediately realized something, walked quickly to Xiong Chang, and asked in a low voice: "Director, what happened?"

Xiong Chang handed the letter to the deputy director and briefly explained the situation. The deputy director took the letter, quickly read it, and his face became serious: "Director, could this be a trick of the enemy? They deliberately lure you out, and then..."

Xiong Chang waved his hand and interrupted the deputy director: "I know you are worried, but the current situation is complicated and Kyoto may fall at any time. The Mitsui family is a profit-seeking businessman. In this sensitive period, they will not easily make inappropriate moves. Since they have made such a request, they must be well prepared."