Vol 6 Chapter 8: Anti-Austrian League

Pedro Cardron, Alexander has not heard or remembered this person and his name for a long time.
But he could mention in Connie that this man was the murderer of Giovanni Pogia, and he thought of this Pedro Cardron, entirely because of this man ’s special status and his own relationship with him. Special relationship.
Cardron was a follower around Pope Alexander VI, and then he followed Caesar's side. This person is an insignificant person no matter where he is seen. The only reason he can be remembered by Alexander is history It is said that this beautiful young servant is Lucrezia's secret lover, and Lucrezia even gave birth to a son for him.
Such a rumor, whether true or false, is impossible to forget. Later, it is said that this person also lost his life because of this rumor. Obviously neither the Pope nor Caesar can tolerate the scandal of Lucrezia and a follower, He was found to have died unexpectedly with a maid. Although no one had ever proven that his death had anything to do with the legendary boy born by Lucrezia, it was impossible for Alexander to not remember this person.
And another reason that made Alexander impressed with this person was because he remembered that Uliou once reported to him, because it was discovered that Cardron seemed to have some kind of relationship with Maria of Giovanni Pogia In the process of tracing him in an ambiguous relationship, Uliu had personally seen that someone was also killed because he followed Cardron. It seemed that it was the people of Ashurk who killed the followers.
Although he was surprised at the time, Alexander did not pay much attention to this matter. He even thought that the people who noticed Cardron like him were purely because they discovered the secret between him and Giovanni's wife.
But perhaps since that time, I have secretly regarded this Cardron as a suspect for the killing of Giovanni, but probably this question has not even been taken into account by myself, so although I realized it, I did not pay too much attention.
Now Connie just mentioned the murderer who killed Giovanni, and then mentioned the descendants of Jem that Ashurk was looking for. Alexander suddenly found the shadow of that person from the long-lasting memories, and at the same time he I finally knew why Ashurk paid so much attention to him, and even sent someone to follow him.
"Pedro Cardron, it's really him." Alexander didn't know whether he was sighing to prove that Cardron was the murderer of Giovanni, or whether he was right. He was the son of Jim. Unexpectedly, he looked at Connie, hoping that she could continue.
"Jem is dead. This son who was born outside should not have any threats, but Jem had great power in Asia Minor in the early years. The tribes and nobles there respected him very much, and some of Jem The old ministry had some power at the time, and even the Sudan could not act lightly on them, so for the sake of safety, the Sultan of Bayesset could not risk tolerating the occurrence of Jim ’s offspring, "Connie explained in detail. Knowing that Alexander could understand these concerns of the Sudan, after all, he had just used the rumors of the Greek princess to let his lover get the identity of the Grand Duke of Wallachia, and more importantly, at least in name, the Balkan nobles were here The leadership of the "Greece Princess" defeated the Sultan himself, which made Sophia's reputation even comparable to that of any noble monarch in Europe.
"So why are you looking for me, and this is the idea that Ashurk gave you?" Alexander asked. "Tell me what Ottoman is doing?"
"You should trust his lord, after all, you make a fortune together. In addition, he told me to tell you, I hope you are prepared, the Ottoman fleet will not stop the invasion because of the accident in Sudan." Connie Ollio said sarcastically.
"He even told you this?" Alexander was a little surprised. In fact, it is not difficult to know that he and Ashurk work together to make a fortune, and even if this matter is discovered, it will not cause much trouble. The Europeans in the current era are not so clear-cut in terms of national consciousness, and doing business while fighting is not uncommon, even with the Ottomans.
As for the son-in-law of Louis XII, his heir to the throne, Francois, even formed alliances with the Ottomans.
But Ashhulk was not European, he was an Ottoman nobleman. For Sudan who valued his personal loyalty, it was hard to say that the Ashhulk brothers ’actions would not cause trouble for themselves. Those things, in Alexander's view, even a benevolent monarch might not tolerate him to continue to run away.
Alexander couldn't help but look at Connie. He thought the woman was not easy.
Seemingly seeing a little accident in Alexander, Connie smiled slightly smugly, and then she lowered her voice a little, like Sophia, who was afraid of waking up, said: "Sudan's situation now seems not very good, although we all I do n’t know what will happen when he returns to Constantinople, but his empire is now very chaotic, but even then the Ottomans decided to continue to invade Europe. Do you know what the reason is, because they must do this? For the Ottoman Empire, the reason for making them strong is not that they have a firm belief and the courage to sacrifice for God, but that they are constantly expanding, because only in this way can they appease and feed the noble tribes in the empire, and the Sudan must guarantee them Can get enough benefits. "
Alexander nodded gently, he admitted that Connie was right. The huge Ottoman empire could only prevent the internal contradictions from appearing only if the war machine that kept them running at all times was unfavorable. In this respect, the founding monarchs of the Ottoman Empire They have a very sober understanding, so they continue to maintain a strong offensive of outward expansion even when internal disputes continue, because they know that they must not stop at this time, otherwise many things will come.
This is why even though Bayesse II is now seriously injured, he still insists on continuing to carry out his plan of invasion at sea.
"That Cardron can be a key," Connie looked at Alexander. "He is the son of Jem. This is so important. Even Ashulk did not dare to make a decision easily even if he found him. And now adults, "Connie looked at Alexander." Who else can decide that man's fate? "
Alexander listened to Connie ’s words silently. He saw the shadow of fanaticism in Connie ’s eyes. He did not know that this was Connie ’s original idea, or that his actions in the Balkans stimulated and inspired the woman and Ah Schulke, obviously these two guys are already stuck on Pedro Cardron's idea.
"You just said that you just want to rescue your father, but now you are going to support a fallen prince?" Alexander looked at Connie amusedly. Of course, he did not underestimate this woman. The method is very clear, and he knows the same about Ashurk, so he believes that if these two people really have such plans, they may not set off a storm in the Ottoman Empire.
The most important thing is that the moment before Ottoman is in turmoil, the wounds of Sudan broke the balance of power within the empire. Although Salim and Mahmoud are not as full-winged as they were afterwards, Sudan originally The advantages he mastered were also weakened when he was injured, so it is certain that an uncontrollable civil unrest will soon occur in the Ottoman Empire.
And at this time, what will happen if Jim ’s news suddenly appears?
Alexander looked at Connie seriously and asked, "So what are you going to do, secretly send Cardron back to Ottoman?"
"It's a good way, but it's not the best," Connie smiled. Alexander noticed that she showed a cunning look like a fox when she laughed. "Count, you think that Cardron's follower can be a pope. Is it an accident? "
Alexander was quiet, but he could not help but admit that Connie was really smart.
"A lot of people underestimated Alexander VI," Connie said slightly with emotion. "Who would have thought that he had planned all this before he was not the pope. He got a child from Jim, This is enough for him to have a chip in his hand, maybe this chip will never be used, but once it can be used, it will bring him great benefits. I think if he can, he can even use his beautiful daughter as a tool. Seducing that Cardron. "
With "Kara", the cup in Alexander's hand was reappeared on the table, which even awakened Sophia who had fallen asleep against him. Sophia opened her eyes and saw that the woman was actually sitting close to Alexander. She Her face immediately became difficult to see. She stared at Connie violently, wondering if she should ask the guards to oust this somewhat annoying woman, but seeing Alexander's look a little gloomy, it seemed that she was angry with this woman. Similarly, she temporarily dismissed the idea.
Alexandria was really angry, but he wasn't completely against Connie.
On the contrary, Connie ’s remarks gave him a great revelation, that is, the rumors of the confusing history between Lucrezia and Cardron.
Lucrezia may fall in love easily because she is young, but could the pope not know his daughter's erratic personality?
So in history, when Lucrezia had to avoid the eyes of the world to live alone in the monastery because of divorce from Giovanni Sforza, why did Alexander VI must let Pedro Cardron as a messenger frequently give Lucre Zia sent a letter. Did n’t he think of the young men and women in such a lonely environment that Luke Zyria was in such a lonely environment with his long-time and worldly mind? ?
But the Pope didn't seem to find any signs at all. During that time, Cardron went between Lucrezia's reclusive monastery and Rome, until Lucrezia finally became pregnant, and then gave birth to an unknown boy. And the name of this child in history is also very strange. In addition to the common name of Giovanni, the child is also called the son of Rome.
It's just that Cardron was suddenly inexplicably dying because of the exposure of Lucrezia shortly after pregnancy. Whether there are any unexpected things in this is now unknown. Because Lucrezia is now Alexander's lover, their cute daughter 'S mother has no entanglement with that Pedro Cardron.
And Cadron did not lose his life because of his relationship with Lucrezia.
The fate of many people has changed, but this does not mean that some doubts and conspiracies will disappear.
Since Cardron is Jem's son, the Pope's abacus may not be completely lost, and Connie seems to be preparing to use this.
"Excuse me for being unreasonable just now, but Ashurk has a plan that might interest you," Of course Connie did not know the real reason why Alexander suddenly became angry. She only thought that her words offended the self-esteem of the young count He asked me to tell you about the Ottoman Navy, just hope you can seize the opportunity to make more money, and in return he hopes to get your support in the next plan. "
"He wants to convince the pope to support Cardron?"
"It's best if this can be done, but now it seems that things are not that simple, that Cardron," Connie shook his head a little helplessly. "He's in trouble."
"Yeah, he has an affair with Giovanni's wife Maria, and if you are right, then he is indeed the murderer who killed Giovanni," said Alexander thinking about Uliu. About Cardron and Giovanni ’s wife, and then think about the signs he saw at the funeral when he returned to Rome to investigate the cause of Giovanni ’s death. He could not help shaking his head.
Maybe this There is also a story about Mary, and even that woman may be an accomplice in the murder of her husband. "
Connie had no objection. During this time, the secret observation of Cardron made her feel that the person was indeed a big trouble, especially when he realized that he was actually related to the killing of Giovanni, Connie even Somewhat dazed.
"But we really need him, don't we, Jim's son, but this is enough to be our biggest bargaining chip," Connie is not reconciled. "Ashulk is very loyal to Sudan, about cards He has reported to the Sudan about Deron, but now Bayesert ’s appearance makes him unaware of what happens to Ottoman. "
"So now he decides to hold this chip in his hand." Alexander smiled slightly, who said that the Ottomans were afraid of Sudan except for respect, the bottom people may be like this, and those Ottoman nobles and tribal chiefs also have their own For different purposes.
"Are you willing to help us?" Connie smiled when she looked at Alexander. "Maybe that Cardron has caused a lot of trouble, but he is very useful to us. Do you know that my father is already in Constantinople lived for too long. He loved the city and thought it was the most beautiful place in the world. He did n’t want to come back until he was imprisoned and lost his freedom, but I think even if I rescued him, I wo n’t go back to Europe anymore, so I think it ’s our future home.

"So you have made up your mind, taking advantage of the possibility that the three fathers and sons of Sudan may have a civil war, and plan to support Kadron with Ashurk?"
"Are you willing to help us?" Connie did not answer directly, but her look let Alexander know that she was right.
Alexander didn't answer immediately. This matter was really a surprise for him, or completely outside all his plans.
When he wanted to come, there were only two things he should go all out at this time. One was to deal with the French invasion. He had done too much in this matter, because it was also related to the future of too many people.
Another thing is to wait for the return of Da Gama!
The Eastern route, the Cape of Good Hope, and distant India, before the dawn of the new century has not fully illuminated the outline of the new continent, the great wealth brought by the Indian route of Dagama will support Portugal for a long time. The kingdom has become a huge pillar against modern Spain in modern history.
This is equally important to Alexander, who not only needs the wealth brought by Da Gama, but also needs to build a close relationship with Portugal.
Only these two things are enough for him to put in too much force. In addition, perhaps because of Lucrezia's reason, he has no good feelings for that Pedro Cardron.
In addition, I remembered that the relationship between Giovanni and Giovanni after the Battle of Chimone was pretty good, as well as the goodwill that Giovanni showed him about him and Lucrezia. Alexander even some of Giovanni's It's a pity to die.
This made his impression of Cardron even worse.
But what really matters is that he feels that Ashurk's plan may not be realistic.
Maybe it ’s because Selim and even his young man are still young ~ EbookFREE.me ~, but he is destined to become the son of a great king in the future. The future Suleymanian emperor is too impressed, so Alexander feels Even if Ashurk had a well-planned plan, he might not really be able to bring the little of Cardron to the throne of Sudan. After all, he would face Selim, who is known as the cruel and the father of the emperor, the famous Ottoman founding One of the Ming Lords!
"I think you really need help," Alexander nodded and saw Connie smile. He raised his hand and stretched a finger before her eyes. "You misunderstood. The help I said was not me nor the pope." You need to know that even if we agree, we ca n’t give you any direct help. As for money, it ’s even more difficult to manage. The days are hard and expensive, and there is no extra Florin for teaching the royal family.

Connie was stunned for a moment. She couldn't think of what she had said so badly, what else Alexander could do to help them.
"Since your father travels a lot, I do n’t know if he ’s been to Persia, I suggest you check his travel notes," Alexander gave Connie a professional broker smile. "Go to Persia, you can be there Find a very strong ally, although that ally may be just a little boy now, but believe me he will never let you down. "
After talking, Alexander paused, and then added a sentence: "I believe he will not let me down."