Although it was outrageous, Qingto could still understand such strange things as "some people in Kyoto sympathized with Choshu".

Although Changzhou does not engage in human affairs, in any case, it has the great purpose of "repelling the foreigners".

Let’s leave aside “respecting the king” for the moment, but “repelling the foreigners” is definitely the biggest political correctness nowadays, bar none.

Even if you use the most gorgeous rhetoric in the world, you cannot whitewash the atrocities committed by the Western powers.

Various acts represented by the "Black Ship Incident" are all acts of aggression without any room for argument.

From the Treaty of Kanagawa to the Treaty of the Five Ansei Countries, the shogunate signed a series of unequal treaties with Western powers.

Although this matter cannot be entirely attributed to the shogunate, and is actually forced by realistic pressure, from the perspective of a third party, these actions of the shogunate are indisputable treason.

Faced with the severe accusation of "succumbing to the lustful power of Western powers", the shogunate never dared to respond directly, but only dared to make vague statements. Even if it was full of bitterness, it could only swallow it back.

All in all, as long as Changzhou still holds the righteousness of "repelling the foreigners", there will always be people who will sympathize and support it.

Some people in Kyoto sympathized with and supported Changzhou - Qingdeng could understand.

But with so many abnormal events happening all at once, Qingdeng would definitely not believe it if no one was behind it!

They sell "Changshu Hagi cakes" and dance "Changshu wins" again.

Not only will children die if they don’t dance, but also visiting the graves of Changzhou patriots can cure diseases.

In just over a month, these outrageous incidents occurred one after another.

To describe it in modern terms, this is a standard public opinion war and cognitive war.

Destroying the morale of the Samu sect and raising the image of the Zunbang sect...it can't be said that they have good intentions.

Who is behind the scenes?

The answer is self-evident.

"Although Changzhou is as skinny as a camel, it is still bigger than a horse..."

Qingdeng muttered like this at a volume that only he could hear clearly.

There is no doubt that Changzhou is the biggest suspect.

Today, Changzhou is in danger.

In order to save themselves, Qingdeng would not be surprised by what they did.

Of course, besides Changzhou, Qingdeng also thought of other possibilities.

For example, the Satsuma clan has ulterior motives.

Another example is the scheming Law Punishment Party.

In short, it is always right to be more vigilant.

——The spy network in Kyoto must be strengthened...

Strategies and strategies emerged from Qingdeng's mind.

From just now, Shintaro Tojo has been standing alone, waiting for Qingto's reaction and instructions.

After a while, Qingdeng realized that he had been keeping the other person indifferent for a long time.

"Dongcheng-kun, I'm sorry for making you stand for so long. Please sit down."

As he spoke, he made a "please" gesture toward the tatami in front of him.

Shintaro Tojo shook his head.

"No, I'll just stand."

Qingdeng smiled slightly, with a meaningful look on his cheeks.

"You'd better sit down, I have a long story to say to you next."

Shintaro Tojo frowned slightly when he heard this - he felt the abnormal emotion in Qingto's tone.

Before he could respond, Qingdeng slowly stood up, put his hands behind his back, and moved to the window not far away, facing the scenery outside the window.

"Then...where should I start talking...First of all, should I continue to call you 'Tojo Shintaro', or should I change my name to 'Kazuma Kazami'?"

Suddenly, Dongcheng Shintaro's pupils shrank slightly, and a sharp light burst out from his eyes.

On the night when he rushed to Ikedaya, Aoto accidentally discovered that Tojo Shintaro had very obvious burn marks on his right abdomen.

He is good at wielding a spear and has burns on his right abdomen... Such distinctive features reminded Qingdeng immediately of the name that once shocked the capital - "The Rogue Kirin'er"!

Qingdeng had long wanted to ask the other party to verify this matter.

However, important matters such as the Summer Battle in Kyoto and the reform of the shogunate's military system were coming up so quickly that he had no time to take care of them.

Since it's rare to be alone with the other person today, it's better to choose a day when the sun comes up, open the skylight and speak frankly, and have a clear talk with him!

In just a moment, Shintaro Tojo straightened his expression and asked calmly:

"...Your Highness, what are you talking about? Who is 'Feng Jian Yima'?"

His response was completely within Qingdeng's expectation.

As soon as he finished speaking, Qingdeng said calmly:

"About the end of last year, when I went to Osaka for the first time to promote the alliance between Qinjin Clan and Huluwu, I met an old man by chance."

"This person participated in the 'Oshio Heihachiro Uprising' 27 years ago..."

Qingdeng recounted his encounter with the old man by chance and the story of Feng Jian Yima told by the old man himself, concisely and concisely.

Every time he said something, Tojo Shintaro's facial expression changed.

When Qingden finished speaking, he remained silent for a long time.

Qingdeng was not in a hurry and waited quietly.

A silence that could be heard as a needle dropped tightly enveloped the inside and outside of the room.

About 10 minutes later, laughter without sadness or joy broke the silence.

"……Ha ha ha ha……"

Although he was smiling, Tojo Shintaro showed a bitter expression.

"I never thought that in my lifetime, I would still hear someone call me 'Feng Jian Yima'..."

After saying that, he took a deep breath, then turned his head and looked directly at Qingdeng, his facial expression becoming extremely solemn.

"That's right, my former name... was 'Feng Jian Yima'."

As soon as these words came out, the atmosphere was once again dominated by silence.

Although he was fully prepared mentally, Qingdeng still couldn't help but gasp when he heard the other party admit his true identity.

To be honest, he really couldn't equate the "romantic Qilin'er" with this fat man who was out of shape and slovenly...

However, the ironclad facts were before him, and even if he didn't believe it, he could only accept it.

He turned sideways, looked away from the window, and looked at Shintaro Tojo, their eyes meeting each other.

Whether it was his illusion or the fact, he always felt that after admitting his true identity, Tojo Shintaro's facial expression-especially the eyebrows-had changed very slightly.

Became sharper.

Unlike in the past, there is always a lingering sense of decadence.

"...the 'Langhua Qilin'er' who was once famous in Gyeonggi Province is right in front of me, and he is also an old acquaintance of mine... To be honest, I still can't believe it until now."

After hearing the words "famous in Gyeonggi" and "romantic Kirin'er", Tojo Shintaro twitched the corners of his mouth, and a self-deprecating look appeared on his cheeks.

Driven by curiosity, Qingden continued:

"Dongcheng-kun... No, Fengjian-kun, can you tell me in detail how you changed your name and how you joined the Great Salt Party?"

"Of course, if you don't want to elaborate, I won't force you."

Kazami Kazuma, who had made great contributions in the battle to quell the "Oshio Heihachiro Uprising", actually abandoned his fame and not only concealed his name, changed his identity, but also joined a once hostile organization... The story behind this would have made Qingden curious.

, that must be false.

With just a little imagination, he could come up with a lot of stories.

Shintaro Tojo probably saw through Qingto's thoughts and laughed dumbly:

"Your Highness, if you want to hear some soul-stirring stories from my mouth, I'm afraid you will be disappointed."

"My story...is full of embarrassment and humiliation, and has nothing outstanding about it."

After that, he closed his eyes and took a deep breath, seemingly sorting out his emotions.

About 10 seconds later, he picked up the conversation again:

"Your Highness, although I may be a little offensive when I say this... but a genius like you, I'm afraid I can't understand the pain of not being recognized for your talent."

"You became famous at a young age."

"At a young age, he showed amazing talents and outstanding talents, and he rose to great heights."

"A mortal like me cannot compare with you."

Although his tone was laced with looming sourness, Qingdeng did not show any abnormality and looked as normal.

After all... everything the other party said is true.

No matter from which angle you look at it, Qingdeng is a winner in life that ordinary people cannot catch up with!

In just 4 years, he rose from an unknown little imperial family member to a great name in the separatist regime and the number one person in the shogunate's army.

Such a speed of promotion is something that few people in ancient and modern times can match.

When he led the Shinsengumi to conquer all directions, he was sure to win every battle and capture every attack, making him an invincible and ever-victorious general.
To be continued...