Vol 6 Chapter 140: Iron crown, empty crown, paper crown

When Kotzach saw Alexander, it was already the third day of his arrival in Pavia.
In these 3 days, Miyazaki repeatedly asked the Montina people to meet with Alexander, but he always received a polite but indifferent "Sorry, Lord Earl is busy now" or "We will report your request to Adult, but we do n’t know when we will see you.
This kind of answer ca n’t satisfy him.
But Kottschacher already knew that the Montina army had occupied Monza, which made the palace phase, like Ludvik, finally realized the purpose of Alexander.
It was at this time that Alexander finally agreed to meet with Kotschah.
The meeting place was not the town hall considered by the palace, but a room in the University of Pavia. This room was very large. The dome supported by a few marble columns looked quite deep. Some of the already broken murals It describes the story of angels coming to the earth to announce to Joseph that the Son is about to come, and some are some of the glorious past in Pavia history.
The room was very cold, and if you breathe out, it will form a mist. Looking at the Kotschah who came in, Alexander grew up and opened his arms to him: "Welcome you my friend."
Gong Xiang paused slightly, as if to see the young man in front of him carefully, and then he also opened his arms and hugged Alexander.
"I have to confess the count, I have never really known you before." Sitting on the wooden bench by the campfire, Kotzach murmured, staring at the flames that were rising upwards. "I still remember you when you were I rushed into the camp and announced that we were already captured by you. At that time, I was not scared at all, because I knew you would n’t treat me like that. You would only imprison us according to the rules everyone followed, but wait until you handed over We can be free with the ransom. This is what war looks like. This is true everywhere. Even the Ottomans will obey such rules, do n’t they? "
Alexander listened quietly. He knew that Kotschah did not want to hear his answer, but wanted to express his feelings. Sure enough, Gong Xiang continued: "But now I am a little scared. You know what I am afraid of. The rules have changed. In such cold weather, the French and Austrian troops are still fighting, just to make themselves look safer, because they all think that the other party poses a threat to themselves, "Kotzach said, raising his head. Looking across the bonfire, Alexander told me, "When did the war become so cruel and terrifying, be aware that even the long-cherished wish between Britain and France, many times the two sides are still willing to maintain minimum respect, but now I see Everyone seems to just want to kill each other. "
Gong Xiang's expression looked a bit frustrated. His gray hair was scattered on both sides of his cheeks, which was very different from the person who paid attention to appearance in the previous impression of Alexander.
"Actually, there is no such thing as an adult," Alexander threw a piece of firewood into the fire, and looked at the splashing sparks, he smiled at Gong Xiang. "Don't you think this is the real war? Full of the so-called romance, courage and pursuit of honor that are only in the knights, it is actually so false. Now the army really starts to perform their duties. After all, they have a lot of money, but the work is poor. . "
Kotschah was a little speechless. He did n’t expect the Alexander Conference to answer that way. He originally thought he would say that
the times have changed.
Such acceptable words, but Alexander ’s answer directly made Kotschah right. All my previous emotions were dull.
"But this destruction is terrible," Miyazaki also tried to find some reasons. The key is that he wanted to persuade Alexander. "Just like you now, you might have understood that you occupied Pavia, but Monza, "Kotzach shook his head helplessly. When he heard that the Montina had occupied Monza, Miyazaki felt as if he had been smashed hard with an iron hammer, and then he rushed out regardless of the guard's obstruction. At the same time, he shouted that he must see Alexandria immediately. Now that he had done what he wanted, he suddenly felt that he did n’t know where to start, but after thinking about it, he still asked the sentence that made him feel uneasy. "Do n’t you Do you want to occupy Milan? "
Alexander did not immediately answer the palace. He looked up at the murals around the room and the dome above his head, before saying, "Adult, do you know here, Pavia University, which is not inferior to the University of Bologna in Europe One."
Kotzach nodded distractedly. He felt that the young man he had known earlier was different from before. This is the reason why he looked at him carefully when he first saw Alexander, because in the eyes of Miyazaki, the young man in front of him People are really different from when they first saw him.
At that time, Alexander seemed to be a typical young man who ventured into Rome. This kind of person is almost every day. Some people think that Rome will have more opportunities for them to stand out, so they gathered from all directions to Rome, but they The vast majority of them will always be just one of all living beings, and while some people may be famous for a while, they will soon be drawn into the huge grinding disc of Rome, and they will be stranded.
But Alexander is different. What has he done now? He has taken a solid step towards unifying the central region of Rome. Apart from a well-deserved crown, he is almost the de facto monarch of the Romagna-Tuscany.
And his current goal is actually Milan, which means that he has not only satisfied central Rome, but has already set his sights on Lombardy.
"There is a lot of knowledge in this university that is extremely precious to us. We all know that knowledge is the source that makes us no longer foolish. In this regard, the Bible can let us know who we are, and other knowledge is to let We can really understand the world outside ourselves, "Alexander waved to the palace that was about to open his mouth." I know you think it ’s more inappropriate to use the Bible, but in fact we all know that we can have this now. The glory of being able to have more powerful and effective killing weapons are all sources and knowledge. "Alexander's look gradually became dignified." I will relocate the University of Pavia to Pisa, and I will also invest a lot in Bologna. Money, my goal is to make these two universities the largest in Europe and even the most academically complete in the world, and I ’m going to re-finance the art school there in Florence, you know Savonarola rule Not only did he greatly reduce the funding of the University of Florence during the period, but he even closed the whole university afterwards, and I want Floren University brilliant early recovery, we must cast enough money, then I think you palace with adults To achieve these goals, whether I should first make sure that territory is not threatened, otherwise how can I feel at ease to do all this? "
Kotzach's breath was a little quick, and he felt that he had understood the meaning of Alexander's topics that sounded completely unrelated to the negotiation.
Obviously, Alexander ’s current status has dissatisfied him with the status of Earl of Montina. He is actively seeking a crown of the Duke of Central Italy, and the investments he made in several universities are actually showing him. The statement about the ruling power of these areas, because only the monarchs in these areas will really care about the development and security of these areas.
For example, Louis XII and Maximian, when they occupied Milan, the first thought was to send a large amount of loot back to their own country. As for Milan, they did not really care about how it will be in the future.
So Alexander is actually doing this in disguise, and also showing everyone his irrefutable sovereignty in these areas.
"If the occupation of Pavia is for your emphasis on knowledge, what is the reason for the occupation of Monza?" Kotzach asked helplessly, he actually had an idea in his heart, but he was not willing to admit it.
"My daughter is very cute," seeing Alexander suddenly changed the subject, Gong Gong couldn't help but feel a little annoyed, but this time Alexander did not go around the extra circle "so I decided to give her a crown that heralds the most honorable status. , As a proof that she is the most suitable ruler of Pisa and Florence. "
Kotschach ’s red face, which had been illuminated by the campfire, suddenly showed a trace of paleness. He leaned forward, and the wooden stool below was immediately turned over: "You are crazy, you know you are asking What? "
"I know exactly what I am doing, as I said just now, since I have a reason to protect my territories, then I must be concerned about the security of the territories. In my opinion, the crown of Lombardy is the best guarantee. . "
Kotszach walked back and forth excitedly. Before coming to see Alexander, he thought that the worst thing might be that Alexander had ambitions for Milan, but even if it was true, Kotszach still thought he had a chance to persuade him, even if possible. Gong Xiang also figured out what kind of promises to make, not only can persuade Alexander to give up seeking Milan, but also take advantage of the situation to pull him into the anti-French alliance.
Among them, he believes that the most convincing is the recognition of Alexander's possession.
Maximian knew a little bit about Caesar ’s ambitions, although because of the emergence of Alexandria, Caesar is now much more honest than he was active everywhere in history at this time, but the emperor knew that the Pope tried to seek Romagna for his son. The territory is indulgent and supportive.
And he also knew that in order to realize this ambition, the father and son of Alexander VI and the Dharma King had formed an alliance.
This is of course what the emperor did not want to see, so although Alexander and the Borgia family are closely related, his wife is after all from the Rovere family, and the old Rovere and the emperor have secretly formed an alliance, which allowed Maximilian Anning could admit that Alexander had ruled over central Rome, and did not want to see the success of the Borgia family.
Kotzach came to Alexandria precisely because of this certainty, but now he suddenly realized that the previous ideas were obviously wrong.
When he heard Alexander saying he would get the Lombard Iron Crown of Monza, Kotzczah was even frightened.
"You are really crazy," Kotschah stopped and looked at Alexander. "Are you going to fight the two most powerful kingdoms in Europe, if today you dare to announce the capture of Lombardy, tomorrow you will be all European Enemy, you should know that this is impossible. Whether it is the emperor's messenger or your personal friend, I will stop you from doing so. "
Kotschah is indeed very anxious. In the past few years, he and Alexander have received much more than he had before. This makes Kotschah happy and vaguely afraid. He can feel Alexander The terrible potential is terrible, and the more you understand that trade union, the stronger the fear.
Now Kotschah ca n’t tell whether he and Alexander are cooperating or being used, or he has no idea whether he has become Alexander ’s pawn, but even so, facing the irresistible huge return, Kotzczah couldn't get the courage to refuse.
Gong Xiang did not think about getting rid of Alexander, and the trade union established in the German city-state was dominated by him, which gave him enough opportunities.
But when he tried to do so, Gong Xiang suddenly realized that he knew almost nothing about how this huge organization was active.
The seemingly simple trade transactions in the past became instant waste as soon as they were separated from the free trade zone. It seems that the reason why each part can work normally is because the parasites only exist in this alliance. Once they leave, they will be lost immediately. vitality.
This made Kotschah both puzzled and uneasy. He knew that he had been tied to Alexander's wagon that was screaming forward, whether it was to glorify or fall into the abyss.
Because of this, Kotzach ’s decision on Alexander appeared to be more anxious and anxious than anyone else, imagining that Alexander might be arrogantly trying to challenge his opponent who was absolutely unbeatable because of his previous success, and even broke his head. Even after losing ground, Kotzczah seems to have seen that he will also end like this.
Looking at Kottschacher's angry face, Alexander raised a glass of wine to him and drank it.
"Do n’t excite Miyazaki, believe me things wo n’t be bad, because I wo n’t let that happen," Alexander played with empty glasses in both hands, watching the turbulent campfire. "I did n’t get the Iron Crown for the purpose I have n’t been that stupid to rule Lombardy. I did this to give my territory a security guarantee. "
Seeing Kotzach's face flashing with confusion, Alexander continued: "I want to ensure that Lombardy becomes a buffer between my Principality and the threaters. These threats are of course from France, but they may also be Austria."
Kotzach's eyes flickered, but he said nothing.
"Ludovico Sforza may not be a good ruler, but it is the ruler I need," Alexander looked to the palace, with a meaningful smile across his mouth. "Louis annexed Milan too much Can't wait, this has already caused the vigilance of other city-states. After all, no one wants to be the next one. By comparison, the emperor knows better how to make everyone obey his arrangements. "
Kotzach looked slightly unnatural, his body seemed to move uncomfortably, and then looked at Alexander with a dull expression.
"I have to take care of my family, and I must ensure that they will not be hurt. This can't be stopped and destroyed by anyone," Alexander glanced at the palace with a warning eyes. "I must confirm whether Mulan's situation will be Threatening Romagna and Tuscany, if so, I will be willing to be willing at any time without hesitation, just like now. "
"I think I can understand your feelings of trying to protect your territory, but this is the iron crown. You have to use it as an excuse to intervene in Lombardy in the future. This is impossible to accept ..."
"Don't say impossible easily," Alexander interrupted Kotzach a little bit rudely. "There is nothing in the world that cannot be changed. Compared with the Roman era, we are doing impossible things today."
"But the Roman era is much more enjoyable than it is now," Kotzach shook his head helplessly with his forehead rubbed, and he felt that his words were so pale and weak, even though he had become a passenger on Alexander's incapable ship , But Kotschah still does n’t know him very well, but even so the palace knows that this young man who makes him more and more incomprehensible has unusual toughness. When he is sure what to do, unless he is Can't get up on the ground, or he will never give up. "So getting the Iron Crown does not mean that you have the legal right to intervene in Lombardy."
Alexander nodded gently, he admitted that Gong Xiang was right, after all, the Iron Crown was just an item. Perhaps this item with great historical value could be sold for a high price in the future, but now, that small one The small crown is actually more of a symbol. If anyone naively thinks that having such a dead object can become the master of Lombardy, then reality will soon make him understand that in a lance, a musket and a sword In the age of blood and fire blending with the cannon, Lombardy's iron crown has long been unable to add luster to anyone's coronation.
"So I am very happy that you are here, Miyazaki," Alexander smiled to Kotzach. "Although other people can also convey my meaning to the emperor, I believe that you will make the emperor understand his present day better. Situation. "
Kotzach's heart tightened suddenly, and he knew that what he had always worried about had finally happened.
"I will not betray my monarch." Gong Xiang's tone is slow but his attitude is very firm. "If you think this can threaten me, then you are wrong. I would rather be thrown into prison and deprive the horn than a traitor . "
Looking at Miyazaki ’s unquestionable expression, Alexander was not surprised. He believed that Kotzach ’s words were serious. It might not be the most important thing for him to be loyal to Maximian, but his family ’s honor did not allow him betray.
"Relax, Miyazaki, I won't force you to do what you don't want," Alexander said with a little thought and then promised to see Kotzach's seemingly imperceptible expression ~ www. EbookFREE.me ~ Alexander made a gesture to Sher, who was not far behind, and then took out a thick document from the purse she passed and handed it to Miyazaki, "I don't need you to say anything, Just give these things to the emperor. "
Kotzach opened the document with some doubts. When he saw that the pen written in the scribble above was uneasy first, when the figures even became terrified later, the calmness of Miyazaki's face finally no longer remained. Living.
"Is this true?" Kotschah was instinctively skeptical, but soon realized that his problem was a bit ridiculous. As the chief minister of the Grand Duchy of Austria, even if he was not the Chancellor of the Treasury, he knew roughly these The figures recorded in the documents are obviously not fabricated in a vacuum.
But the thought of these things is true, Kotzach feels more difficult to accept.
After years of tremendous wear and tear and bad fiscal policy, Austria ’s treasury is already very empty, and Maximian still spends a lot of money to realize his ambitions, which was only to give his son a beauty 4 years ago. Philip's wedding cost an astonishing 33,000 ducats.
After the Italian War, the Swabian War, and the huge losses caused by the loss of ownership of the copper mine in Hungary, Maximian's financial situation was even worse.
But the worst news is the fall of the Fugger family, which is tantamount to cutting off Maximian's fortunes.
Now, in order to continue its interests in the Roman region, Austria has once again been involved in the new Italian war despite the emptiness of the national treasury.
So now the Grand Duchy of Austria is finally in trouble.
It is going bankrupt.
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