The Last Frontier of Fire and Sword

In the mid-winter season, the cold wind was biting. Marshal Brae Wichensburg and General Robert Douglas and their eight thousand soldiers were stationed in Panevezys. Although as early as the end of summer, Brahe Wichensburg began to collect winter supplies from the surrounding villages and towns and the mainland of the Kingdom of Sweden, the cold this year is still beyond his imagination.

The soldiers regarded the night duty as a daunting way. They selected the poor child by drawing lots and called him "the soldier of General Winter."

This title is appropriate, because more than one soldier died in the hands of this "Winter General". And those soldiers whose fingers and toes and ears were frozen are countless.

As the marshal of the kingdom, Brahe Wichensburg certainly does not have to worry about the ravages of the "Winter General". Because he enjoys the best measures to keep warm: a hat and cloak made of fox fur, a fireplace burning dry wood, hot tea...

But at this moment, Brahe Wichensburg would rather be an ordinary soldier. Because of this, he doesn't have to face such a complicated situation now.

Compared to three years ago, Brahe Wichensburg is much older. His iconic goatee is now snow-white, and the hair on his head is gray and white; his cheekbones are sunken, and the wrinkles on his facial skin look like gullies after being washed by a river.

But God's lesson, a few days ago, Brahe Wichensburg was not what it is now. At that time, he was much younger than he looks now-even though he is already very old.

The reason why Brahe Wichensburg ages so rapidly is that Prince Boguslav Raziviu was taken away.

As the largest supporter and ally of the Kingdom of Sweden in Lithuania, the Republic of Poland, Boguslav’s capture will lead to disastrous consequences.

As soon as he got the news, Brae Wichensburg secretly ordered Robert Douglas to step up his vigilance in the direction of Miatersk—Braer Wichensburg believed that Boguslav had something to do to survive. It's all done.

At the same time, Blahe Wiichensburg sent troops after another in spite of the wind and snow, and rigorously searched the roads from Devensberg to Werner, and Xitu Chechen and his party were trapped in the wind. In the snow, they might be able to rescue Prince Boguslav. But seven days later, dozens of people were injured by the sent search team, but nothing was found.

The person who robbed the prince was Alvar Chechen. Brahe Wichensburg knew with his toes that the Prince must have fallen into the hands of the Poles at this time.

On the Marshal's desk was a piece of paper Karl X had given him a long time ago, which ordered him to recruit an elite force.

Brahe Wiichensburg followed Karl X in the North and South for many years, and he knew that this was His Majesty's big move.

But at this point, something happened.

General Robert Douglas came in. The Scottish general is still dressed in a Swedish pikeman uniform, a Scottish felt hat, and a double-edged machete on his back.

As soon as he came in, he picked up the kettle and poured himself a glass of water, which was not too hot, and drank it in one gulp.

After drinking, Robert Douglas said: "Simon Grendel Helmfield is here."

Brahe Wichensburg was taken aback. He didn't expect Simon Grendel Helmfeld to come so quickly.

This also means that His Majesty King Carl X is not far from Panevezys.

"Did Hemfit say when your Majesty will arrive?" asked Brae Wiichensburg.

"Two days later."

Hearing Robert Douglas' answer, Brae Wichensburg lowered his head.

After a while, he asked Robert Douglas: "Did you tell Hemfit about the disappearance of Prince Boguslav?"

"No," Robert Douglas said, "I think you should tell Hemfit about this matter yourself."

Brahe Wichensburg nodded, "I will meet him in person."

When Simon Grendel Helmfetter heard the news that Prince Boguslav was captured by the Poles, he was shocked and speechless for a while.

After a long while, he recovered from the shock.

Then he thumped his feet and said: "God won't bless my king! God won't bless the Kingdom of Sweden! His Majesty wanted to take advantage of the wind and snow and the enemy's neglect of defense to launch an attack to severely damage or annihilate Lubaoma. A Polish army led by Tski has created a situation that is conducive to our side. In this plan, Boguslav is a very important part. But now Prince Boguslav is captured. If he turns back, Paneve Ris will be flanked by the enemy on both sides."

Brahe Wichensburg and Robert Douglas looked at each other-this is exactly what they are worried about now.

"Your Excellency Hemfit," Robert Douglas said: "We are also worried about this, so the marshal told you this news in advance. Our marshal hopes that you can join him in persuading your majesty to retreat."

Hemfit took out a handkerchief and wiped the sweat from his forehead. He muttered: "It should be so, it should be so."

As a result, the three reached an agreement. They were waiting in the barracks for the arrival of Karl X, worrying about how this unexpected bad news would hit the king.

Two days passed quickly. The blizzard on this day not only did not abate, but raged even more. Brahe Wichensburg led two generals and dozens of middle and lower-level officers gathered on the avenue into Panevezys, waiting for the arrival of the king.

The strong wind mixed with ice and snow seeds hit everyone's face, making them hurt. Visibility is so low that people can no longer see anything from five meters away.

Although the weather is so bad, even if anyone knows that this kind of weather is extremely unsuitable for going out, every soldier on the road still stands straight, because they are convinced that no matter how hard it is, it will not stop Karl X. pace.

Finally, there was a heavy sound of horseshoes out of sight. The sound of horseshoes was like a thousand drums being beaten at the same time, which was breathtaking.

A silver dragon came to the front through the wind and snow. Karl X was dressed in black, riding a black horse, like the eyes of a dragon.

The black war horse stopped abruptly five steps in front of Marshal Brahe Wichensburg, as if four hooves had taken root in the snow.

Immediately, the sound of horseshoes stood still.

"Your Majesty!" Brahe Wichensburg bowed his head to pay tribute to Karl X.

"Long live your majesty, long live, long live!" the officers shouted at the same time.

For a while, the sound of tribute overwhelmed the sound of the wind and snow and spread to the nearby forest, producing a fierce echo.

Karl X stood still at once without saying a word. When the shouting stopped, he watched the generals and said: "Long live the invincible Swedish army!"

"Hurrah!" everyone replied.

Then, the officers all turned to their sides, and they stepped aside from the middle to welcome the king into the city.

Brahe Wiichensburg, Douglas, and Hemfit also got on their horses after the king, followed closely behind.

Then, as many as two hundred and fifty Swedish pistol cavalry also entered the city.

Brahe Wichensburg's residence was chosen by the king as an aristocratic manor in Panevezys. After entering the manor, Karl X took off his cloak covered with wind and snow.

Looking at the king wearing a cotton-padded jacket inside, a trace of worry flashed in Brae Wichensburg's heart.

Carl X has always loved military uniforms more than all Chinese clothes. Especially in the barracks, he is always wearing cavalry plate armor.

"Is your Majesty's body weak enough to be so weak?" Brae Wichensburg thought.

Karl X did not know that his marshal was worried about his body. After taking off his cloak, Karl X immediately asked how the two thousand elite soldiers had assembled.

Although the three people agreed that Karl X would choose to retreat after learning that Boguslav was captured, the order was an order. Before receiving a change order, the three still strictly selected two thousand elite soldiers in accordance with the requirements.

Hearing Hemfit's answer, Karl X was very satisfied. He was about to give instructions for the next step when suddenly his marshal Brahe Wichensburg took a step forward.

This shows that the marshal has something to say.

"Wichensburg, do you have something to say?"

"Yes, Your Majesty."

"Go ahead, my marshal."

"Your Majesty, there is bad news. Prince Boguslav was attacked and captured by Alvar Chechen on his way to Devinsk a month ago. And according to the news from Werner, Boguslav has already planned to turn his back on you. Friendship has turned allegiance to Jan Kazimierz."

Brahe Wichensburg's character has never liked falsehoods, so when he said this, he was also brief and concise.

Hearing this news, Karl X stood there as if petrified. But the three of them could clearly see that a trace of blood dripped from the corner of the king's mouth.

"Your Majesty!" Hemfit exclaimed.

Karl X reached out his hand to stop Hemfit from coming forward. He took out his handkerchief and wiped the corners of his mouth.

"It's just a bit of a bit of lip, it's no big deal." Carl X mixed indifferently.

Then he glanced at his marshal and general.

"Do you want to persuade me to withdraw my troops?" he asked.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Robert Douglas said first.

"I agree." Hemfit said.

"I also think it's the only thing right now." Brahe Wichensburg also said.

Karl X took a deep breath. If it is an ordinary monarch, then perhaps he will be good at this time. But Karl X is not, because he went to Karl X, and because he had a reason to fight.

Karl X asked Brae Wichensburg, how is the situation in Miatersk now.

Brae Wichensburg told the king that Miatersk is now in charge of Boguslav’s butler Sakovic.

Sakovic was known to Karl X. This man was unlearned and had a bad stomach. If he has merit, it is loyalty, unlimited loyalty to Boguslav.

It was also because of loyalty that when Lvbaumacki sent someone to take over Miatelsk, Sakovic insisted on seeing King Jan Kazimierz's amnesty for his master before opening the door.

Hearing that Miatersk was in charge of this person and rejected the people sent by Lübao Macki, Karl X suddenly had a plan and had a plan.

"Hemfit, you immediately assemble the three thousand men and horses, and we will go to Miatersk."

Helmfetter and Brahe Wichensburg looked at each other. Finally, Marshal Brahe Wichensburg spoke: "Your Majesty, do you want to occupy Miatersk?"

"It's not occupation, it's in charge of the captured Boguslav. When he is rescued or pardoned, I will return it to him intact." Karl X said.

Then, perhaps because they were afraid that the three would not be able to understand their strategic intention of not retreating but advancing, Karl X further explained: "Everyone, I know that you all want me to retreat back to the country, because this is the safest way at the moment. But you Have you ever thought about it, after receiving the private army of Myatersk and the 20,000 Laziviu family, will they stop moving beyond our borders? No, Lubaoma Tsky and the others dreamed of invading the kingdom’s territory. So we have to preemptively take advantage of Miatelsk’s neutrality and take Miatelsk~www.readwn.com~ to control the castle and 20,000 troops. In our hands."

"But your majesty, we have only three thousand people." Robert Douglas reminded Karl X that the power of the two sides is very different.

"We and Boguslav are allies. I will ask to enter Miatersk in the name of visiting Princess Anna. I believe Sakovic will not refuse me. Then I will control the princess and princess and force Sakovic to submit." Carl The tenth said lightly.

Robert Douglas understood what Carl X meant. Although the Scot felt that this was not in line with morality, but the king could not do anything, he still chose to obey.

After that, no one had any more objections. The three generals prepared to retreat and follow Karl X's orders, and Karl X looked at the wind and snow outside the window.

Suddenly, Karl X squeezed a name from the deepest part of his throat and said: "Alvar Chechen."

The three turned their heads.

Karl X asked the three of them: "Alvar Chechen, do you know what he is doing now?"

Brahe Wichensburg stood up and said to Karl X: "Your Majesty, according to the information returned by Werner, Alvar Chechen is taking Prince Boguslav to Warsaw to Jan Kazimierz. Please work."

Karl X now really feels that this Spaniard is his nemesis. He sabotaged his plan again and again. From saving Christina to destroying Yuri Khmelnitsky and being elected, from saving Princess Yiss Henriette to capturing Prince Boguslav. Every time, he caused immeasurable losses to himself and his career. And these losses combined, even more than all Polish generals and marshals inflicted on him.

"I'm going to kill you, even if I pay any price." Karl X secretly made up his mind.