sultan's crescent

Chapter 76
According to the development trajectory of the original time and space, Lyon should not be the territory of the royalists at this time.

But due to Selim's butterfly effect, the French royalists were defeated too quickly in Paris.

Although the royalists were driven out of Paris in embarrassment, they did not damage much strength.

Therefore, with the help of local nobles such as the Grand family and the Greno family in Lyon, the royalists quickly suppressed the revolutionary movement launched by the local citizens.

After a certain period of operation, Lyon at this time has become the base camp of the royalists.

Napoleon rode on his horse, looked at the city of Lyon, which was already close at hand, smiled, and then rode away.

Following the pace of the coach, the French army behind them marched towards the city of Lyon.

Napoleon boarded a high ground not far from the gate of the city. Looking at the second largest city in France, a surge of pride arose in his heart.

The Saone River and the Rhone River pass through the city. They are the blood vessels of Lyon. People come and go at the Saint-Antoine Gate, which is the gate of Lyon.

After the series of events in Paris, Napoleon no longer believed that Roland could outplay Robespierre. Rather than follow Roland to die against the Jacobins, finding a base for himself was the best way.

For this reason, Napoleon did not hesitate to resign from the post of Governor of Paris and became the governor of Lyon.

As for why Lyon was chosen, excluding Paris, where else can compare to Lyon, which is the second largest city in France?

Geographically, Lyon is located in central-eastern France, at the confluence of the Rhone and Saône rivers.

This geographical location makes Lyon an important transportation hub connecting the south of France, the north of France, and between southern and central Europe.

Whether it is land or water transportation, Lyon has a strategic advantage.

From an economic point of view, Lyon, as the second largest city and industrial and commercial center in France, has a well-developed commercial and industrial base.

Historically, this has made Lyon an important economic center, attracting a large number of businessmen and investors.

Lyon's strategic position as a wealthy and prosperous city was further strengthened.

From the military point of view, due to its geographical location and perfect city defense system, Lyon has an important strategic position in the military.

The city had fortified walls, forts and gates that protected the city from its enemies.

Strategically, Lyon can control the passage from the south to the north of France and guarantee internal security.

From a political point of view, Lyon has moved away from the more radical Paris, that is, the northern region of France, and relies on the more moderate southern region of France, which is conducive to Napoleon's administration here.

In a luxurious manor outside the city of Lyon, Napoleon was meeting with many local nobles in Lyon.

"So even though we have made such a concession, Major General, do you still ask us to hand over the land?"

Anthony Jean Grenoble asked with some dissatisfaction. They had decided to let the other party control Lyon, but the other party didn't show any face at all. You must know that the clay figurine is also very angry.

"Marquis Greno, please clarify one thing. It is not up to you to decide whether Lyon is controlled or not. Do you understand?"

Jacques-Pierre-Blanche on the side was a little angry at this time. This group of land nobles always couldn't recognize their status, and really thought that Lyon could not transfer without them.

"Okay, you two don't have to quarrel over this, and I advise you to follow the arrangement of the National Convention on the matter of land.

Otherwise, everyone is like this, and it will be very difficult for me. "

Napoleon said indifferently that he had never looked directly at the other party, and a bunch of trash who were still bargaining with a large army, really made Napoleon have no interest in talking with him anymore.

The Marquis Greno, who was choked, wanted to continue the argument, but the Count Grand who was beside him stopped him and signaled him not to provoke the new major general anymore.

The atmosphere of the dinner was not good. After the meal, Jacques-Pierre-Blanche found Napoleon, and the two sides chatted all the way under the protection of Napoleon's guards.

"So, Bonaparte, what do you mean?"

"You can operate in Lyon, but don't let me find out.

Also, help me contact the Duke of Burgundy, Dijon has already lost control, I need to get here as one of Lyon's screen domains.

As for the reward, he can get back all his property except the land, and I promise to protect his safety. "

Jacques-Pierre-Blanche was stunned at this time, he asked hastily.

"General, what do you mean? You want Dijon, so do you still want Provence and Lorraine?"

Napoleon didn't answer right away. He looked around. It was already late at night, and there was no one except the French army who arrived today and was patrolling the night.

Napoleon then changed the subject.

"Jacques, I think you are a smart person. What do you think of the current situation in Paris?"

At this time, Jacques seemed to have forgotten that the person in front of him was 15 years younger than him, and he answered involuntarily with the aura of a superior.

"It seems to me, General, that Roland will be on par with Robespierre, and that although the Jacobins take more seats, the Girondists still have a huge influence.

It is difficult for the two sides to tell the winner in a short period of time."

Before Jacques could finish his sentence, Napoleon interrupted him.

"You're wrong, Jacques, it's a revolution, you understand?
A revolution is not a dinner party.

Roland, who embraced moderate reformism, was doomed to fail from the very beginning, and his opponent was a staunch idealist.

He believed deeply that tyranny could be overthrown and social justice and fairness could be achieved through revolution.

He believed that only by radically changing the social structure and abolishing unequal privileges could the people be truly free and happy. "

Speaking of this, Napoleon's tone sounded a bit strange, as if admiration was mixed with regret.

Jacques naturally felt this feeling, or every intelligent person who had seen the "Incorruptible" would have this feeling.

Jacques said immediately.

"It is true that Robespierre has a strong pursuit of justice, and he firmly believes that revolution is to break the old unfair system and protect the rights and interests of vulnerable groups.

The legal and political reforms he proposed and tried to achieve were designed to ensure the well-being and equality of the people. "

Hearing Jacques' words, Napoleon replied almost with a sigh.

"But he won't succeed, you know, Jacques.

Robespierre firmly opposed any form of compromise, he believed that any compromise was a betrayal of the revolution.

He saw himself as the voice of the revolution and the executor of his mission, and he did not hesitate to suppress anyone who threatened his authority.

This is destined to end badly for him. "

Napoleon continued.

"That's why I want you to help me take Dijon, Burgundy is important to France.

When the Austrians and Prussians rushed in, a government that was fighting among itself could not take care of these for the time being.

But the majesty of France cannot be violated, and the people of France cannot be harmed.

This is my way, I will guard the east for France. "

Jacques-Pierre-Blanche didn't speak, he looked at the sky, as if he was remembering something.

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