The Ming Dynasty: The most ruthless imperial grandson, Old Zhu begged me not to kill him.

Chapter 284 The Envoy Suffers a Setback

"Moreover, most of the Ming Dynasty's navy is currently concentrated on your Japanese side. As long as you can hold back the Ming Dynasty's navy, then our Mongol tribes will launch an attack from the grasslands and threaten the Ming Dynasty's north!"

"And the Goryeo navy can directly attack any border of the Ming Dynasty. At that time, if we attack from three sides, we will definitely make the Ming Dynasty unable to defend itself!"

The Japanese emperor was extremely shocked to hear this. He never expected that Goryeo would also join them. As far as he knew, Goryeo was the most loyal vassal state of the Ming Dynasty, and regarded the Ming Dynasty as their own father. It was truly strange that Goryeo would join them.

"But as far as I know, Goryeo has always supported the Ming Dynasty. Why would they join forces with us this time? Could there be a problem?"

Upon hearing this, the envoy from the Tuohuochi tribe burst into laughter.

"Rest assured, there is absolutely no conspiracy involved. The reason he joined us is because of the Ming Dynasty's powerful military strength. The Ming Dynasty's military strength is now threatening the security of the surrounding countries. If our tribes unite, none of us will be able to stand against the Ming Dynasty's attacks. Therefore, the reason why the King of Goryeo joined us is also for our own protection!"

Upon hearing this, the Japanese emperor's expression became complicated. The Ming Dynasty had become so powerful that only by uniting all the countries could they resist it.

He once wanted to develop Japan into such a powerful country, but unfortunately, his power was gradually usurped by the shogun.

There was no way he could speak.

This meant that his ambitions were never fulfilled.

Fortunately, the army under the Shogun has suffered heavy losses, which is why I have this right to speak. After thinking of this, the Emperor of Japan said.

"I can join your alliance, and my Japan can provide you with even more help. However, you must agree to one request: you must stand on my side throughout the entire Japan. Only I can give orders. And if I am to fight against the Shogun, you must fully support me!"

The envoy from the Tuohuochi tribe frowned deeply.

The Japanese emperor truly can't distinguish between what's important and what's not. At a time like this, he's still thinking about this. He should know that their biggest enemy right now is the Ming Dynasty. There are also many conflicts between the various tribes on the grasslands, but they've all united to deal with the Ming Dynasty. What reason do they have not to unite as well?

The envoy from the Tuohuochi tribe sighed and said.

"Now we need to unite all forces that can be united to deal with the Ming Dynasty. I think you can also unite together. Otherwise, if the Ming Dynasty gets the chance, it will definitely be able to occupy all your territory, and then we will be in trouble!"

The Japanese emperor shook his head upon hearing this.

"No, it is absolutely impossible for me and the Shogun to unite. It's either him or me; without him, Japan will become even stronger!"

The envoy from the Tuohuo Chi tribe frowned. This was not a matter he could get involved in, as it was their internal affair. Thinking of this, he sighed.

"I wonder if I could discuss this matter with the Shogun? If I could get him to obey Your Majesty's orders, wouldn't this matter be much easier to resolve?"

Upon hearing this, the Japanese Emperor was extremely disdainful. In his view, this was simply impossible. If the Shogun were willing to obey his orders, he would have done so long ago, instead of waiting until now.

However, since the envoy wants to give it a try, we might as well let him try so he can give up and see clearly that he is the most suitable and best partner for the entire country of Japan.

The envoy from the Tuohuochi tribe went directly to the Shogun.

The Shogun was furious when he learned that the envoy had sought out the Emperor of Japan before coming to see him. He was the de facto ruler of Japan, yet this man dared to disregard him; it was utterly despicable. When the envoy arrived, he left him waiting for a long time before finally receiving him.

When the envoy from the Tuohuochi tribe arrived at this place, he waited there, but several hours passed and no one paid any attention to him.

This made him very depressed. Whether in Korea or Japan, this was the first time he had ever been treated so coldly.

It seems that the conflict between the Japanese Emperor and the Shogun has reached an irreconcilable point.

After a long wait, the Shogun finally arrived.

At this moment, he noticed that the envoy from the Tuohuo Chi tribe did not look pleased.

"The messenger has come to see me. Please speak freely. I have many matters to attend to and do not have time to discuss things with you further."

Upon hearing this, the envoy from the Tuohuo Chi tribe frowned, feeling somewhat displeased, but he still suppressed his anger and spoke.

"Shogun, I am an envoy sent by various Mongol tribes, hoping to join forces with you to fight against the Ming Dynasty!"

The Shogun responded sarcastically upon hearing this.

"You're still thinking of dealing with the Ming Dynasty?"

"If I'm not mistaken, it seems you've been defeated by the Ming Dynasty more than once. Do you still have the strength to deal with the Ming Dynasty now?"

Upon hearing this, the envoy from the Tuohuo Chi tribe looked extremely displeased. Was it really alright to speak the truth so directly to his face? However, he still suppressed his anger and said...

"The Ming army has now invaded Japan's territory. If we don't unite, the entire north will probably fall to the Ming, which would be extremely disadvantageous for us!"

We hope that the general will prioritize the overall situation and join forces to fight against the Ming Dynasty!

Upon hearing this, the Shogun burst into laughter.

"I agree with the idea of ​​forming an alliance to deal with the Ming Dynasty. However, every alliance needs a leader, especially in Japan. I and the Emperor do not know who you support?"

Upon hearing this, the envoy from the Tuohuochi tribe said.

"No matter what, that person is still the Emperor, even if only in name, he represents Japan. Now that we should unite against a common enemy, how can we continue to fight amongst ourselves? I think it would be better to shake hands and make peace. After we drive the enemy out, you can compete for this position. We will definitely not participate then. What does the General think?"

The Shogun sneered.

If they don't participate then, or even if they want to, they won't have the opportunity, so why should we ally with them when the Ming Dynasty has occupied Japan?

At most, he could escape to another place, but if the Japanese emperor occupied this position, he would have no chance of surviving.

(End of this chapter)