Oda Nobuna no Yabou - Volume 13 - Chapter Pr

Prologue 

In Echizen, At Kitanosho Castle 

In order to corner the undefeated, invincible, and proud Uesugi Kenshin, the chief vassals of the Oda Clan had gathered. 

“My important vassals who have been supporting me are here. Riku, Manchiyo, Inuchiyo, Kanjuro, Sakon and finally, Hanbei.” 

Kenshin who had pacified both Kaga and Etchuuja set up a camp at the other side of Tedorigawa Even though her physical condition had recovered, Kenshin still did not show any signs of movement. 

“Is she trying to match her pace with Takeda Shingen? That’s impossible.” 

Kenshin’s mind couldn’t be predicted. 

“So, can I really win against Kenshin? 

Even Shingen can’t win against the God of War. 

My body can’t stop shaking.” 

“The two people whom I want to stay beside me are not here. Jubei is currently isolated in Tamba, facing the Mori Clan’s violent attacks all alone.” 

This morning, Jubei has sent me a letter saying: “Do not worry, Nobuna-sama. Jubei is a genius and I have devised a secret plan to maintain the Tamba frontline.” 

But when I read it, I feel unease because Jubei intends to bear all of the burdens alone.  

After all, Jubei is quite clumsy. 

And now, Yoshiharu has departed to make contact with Bungo’s OtomoSorin together with Harima. 

Even though he should have arrived at Bungo by now, the ship might sink on the way. 

Furthermore, if “Amano Iwato” should ever be opened again and sends him back to the future. Or if he loses his memories again and returns back to Kobayakawa Takakage. 

But why? Even though it has been six months since I lost him after the Battle of Tenno Temple, I still feel anxiety and pain? 

“*sniff *sniff*, Nobuna-sama, please be at ease. Yoshiharu-san will surely be safe, and Uesugi Kenshin-sama does not wish to take advantage as Akechi-sama faces trouble, that’s why she still has not moved yet.” 

Even though Hanbei is crying because she is worried of Yoshiharu, she is still saying those words at me. I smiled towards her, “Dearuka,” and declared: “Now it is time for us to repel Takeda Shingen’s advance!”