The term was spoken, though exactly what it means is still something of a mystery.

[All Mitsuhide wants, right now, is to get to this city so they might rest. Anything that gets them there quicker (without causing harm to others) is welcomed with open arms, and so he bows his head briefly when Motochika looks his way.]

[What the Mōri before them had just said confuses him further, but for now, he must accept it at face value. What other option is open to them?]

You are a member of the Mōri clan we are unfamiliar with. I do beg your pardon.