eastern european eagle

Chapter 157 Untitled
"In the face of a strong enemy, fearless, courageous and loyal, worthy of God, loyal and upright, would rather die than surrender, protect the weak, it is not against the law of heaven!"

This is the oath of the members of the Knights. Although few people abide by it, it is still necessary to save face.Then they started the road of jihad.

There is nothing else to do next, except to check for the latest information every day, and the others are nothing more than trivial matters.Now the focus is on recuperation.

And Mircea presided over a large number of trials after the rebel nobles entered the capital, including beheading, exile, and monastery. Such a situation has not happened for hundreds of years.Now that it's happening, it's kind of scary.

But Mircea carried on anyway, he didn't want any instability.How could he give up when he finally had the chance to rule Constantinople, not to mention that his starting point was much higher than that of some previous Roman emperors. (Basil I: I don't know why I, a farmer, would take the position of emperor)

A large number of old nobles died, replaced by a large number of new nobles and bureaucrats.They are loyal to the Grand Duke and earnestly implement the Grand Duke's policies.The central government completely overwhelmed the local governments, and the danger of a split was greatly reduced.

Mircea also set his sights on the Adriatic Sea, because the coastline of the Aegean Sea is still under the control of Ottoman, and now there are two outlets, Albert and Zeta.Wallachia will then be able to participate in the battles in the Mediterranean.

As a part of the Mediterranean Sea, the Adriatic Sea is sandwiched between the Balkan Peninsula and the Apennine Peninsula. It is generally a long and narrow sea area from southeast to northwest.As long as you keep the narrow entrance between Albania and Italy, the Adriatic Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, it is difficult for outsiders to enter the above seas.

Because of this, Mircea was very interested in the Naples marriage.Once the marriage is successful, Wallachia can form an alliance with Naples and block the Adriatic Sea if necessary, which is of great strategic significance.

To do so, though, Laszlo would have to win the battle of the succession.Because he has now gone to Taranto, and the opponent has entered Naples, everything seems to be settled.But Laszlo is not an ordinary person. Although he is only 18 years old, his political skills are very sophisticated.Under the current situation, it is still possible to split [-]-[-] with Louis. If there is a strong ally, he will be able to return to Naples soon.

So, that's why he appeared before Peter.

When Peter learned that Laszlo was coming, he immediately went to see the future brother-in-law.She looks okay, but she doesn't know how her temper is.

Although one is 15 years old and the other is 18 years old, they have been involved in politics for many years. They are still looking forward to this meeting.

"You are welcome, King of Naples."

"It is an honor to meet you, ruler of Wallachia."

The two praised each other at the banquet, and their words were full of admiration for each other.They also know that this is a good word, and the next thing is to get down to business.

As for why Laszlo went to Peter first, it was naturally because he had heard some news about leading an army to defeat the Ottoman army, being diligent and caring for the people, the people living in the governing place were rich, and the governing army was invincible.Such an achievement was actually done by this person younger than him, and he would definitely let Peter support him.

"Louis is just a side branch. With the support of a small group of nobles, he crowned himself a king. This is treason. I have the most authentic blood and am the best heir to the throne."

Laszlo focused on his origin and attacked Louis' identity, because in Europe, his own blood is the best proof of succession to the throne.

Peter expressed sympathy for Laszlo and blessed his sister's marriage.Then he changed the subject and offered to help him with some weapons and food.

Laszlo naturally agreed, which shows that it is correct to form an alliance with Wallachia. Wallachia needs him, and he also needs Wallachia. The two sides just complement each other.

At the same time, Peter also gave him an irresistible temptation. In the future, Wallachia will capture Venice, and Naples can get part of the spoils.

That's a big purse, Venice.Even if it is a part, that is a lot, Laszlo agreed without hesitation.Materials from Wallachia can be transported from Les to Naples, and Laszlo has more confidence.

----split line----

Venice has recently discovered that they have less room to live in the Eastern Mediterranean.Except for their own territory, the vassals have become restless, all of which were brought by Wallachia.

The governor felt that this was not going to work, and that Wallachia needed to be suppressed, but the councilors did not have such a high vision.They feel that as long as they control coastal ports and have the world's number one navy, they are still the strongest, and Wallachia is at best a land power.Give him as much land as he wants, as long as he doesn't compete with Venice.

It is not surprising to have such an idea, Venice is not very interested in territorial expansion.They only have profit in their eyes.If the price is right, they can sell some less important land.

Beginning with the Fourth Crusade, Venice acquired a large number of islands and territories in the Eastern Mediterranean.Except for some particularly important direct jurisdictions, the others are managed in the form of vassals.For example, the Principality of Gandia, which manages Crete, and Venice also strongly supports the expansion of the Knights Hospitaller, and there will be their business houses and colonies wherever they go.The oriental spices continuously flowed into various countries through him, and each entry and exit was a large amount of gold.

The competition for land not only costs a lot of money, but also invests energy and funds in governance.Sometimes they even lose money, and they will not do such a loss-making business.

Some Venetian governors saw this problem and planned to transform Venice from a maritime power to a land power, but they all failed.Because the governor himself has vested interests, it is impossible for them to do things that violate their own class.It can only be pruned to the minutiae, and Venice is getting richer and richer in trade, and the local residents also think that such days will continue. After all, with the navy, they have nothing to be afraid of.

And on the invisible battlefield, the struggle between Venice and Wallachia has begun, just like the struggle between Novgorod and Moscow. For wealth to expand its own strength, it is still not possible to make a move, but at least the ending should be the same, it should be.

　Let me declare that I am not a eunuch, but I am too busy, and the author also has to work.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)