Vol 5 Chapter 109: The Great Siege (22)

There was a fierce siege in the direction of Bucharest. The continuous bombardment of the Ottoman artillery made the wall seem to collapse and collapse at any time. The Bucharest organized. At this time, the boundary between the civilians and the nobility, especially the small aristocracy at the bottom It has become blurred. Perhaps an officer who was in charge of transporting the supplies of the city was just a buddy of a grocery store on the street, and a tattered soldier in a hurry was a nobleman who had just come out of the city council.
The nobles still tried to use restraint to ensure that their noble identity would not be ignored, but when Sophia rode on the horse and raised a blue flag of angel protection on the horse's side, he ran across the street, even the most prominent nobles were not allowed Don't put down her body and follow behind, because the Greek princess has proved with action that she will coexist and die with the city.
At this time, no one had proposed to reconcile with the Ottomans, at least they dared not speak out publicly, otherwise they would be beaten to death on the street by the angry Bucharest.
The Ottomans clearly felt that Bucharest ’s defense had suddenly strengthened, or the enemies seemed to have increased. In addition to ordinary soldiers on the city walls, they also saw the figure of civilians. What the Ottomans did not expect was that Bucharest had just started at the beginning of the siege. A mobilization order was issued to the whole city.
This is somewhat beyond the expectation of Bayestet II. When he wanted to come to Bucharest, he would have been under siege for a while, and when he was about to go out of his food, he would send the ordinary people of the city to the city wall. It seems that the people of this city have been determined to die from the beginning. After all, everyone knows that all cities with civilians participating in the defense will face the end of the slaughter town once they fall. This is not just how cruel the attackers are. It is as simple as ruthless, but after suffering huge losses, the winner will revenge the entire city in the way of the slaughter.
In fact, Bayesert II still hopes that Bucharest can surrender. His goal is very big, or in the long run he is more visionary than his father Mohammed II, so Bucharest is certainly important to him. But if he could conquer the city without too many casualties, it would undoubtedly become very beneficial for his future plans.
Only now it seems that his ideas are too optimistic.
A blue angel's blessing flag appeared at the head of the city, and the scouts immediately reported the discovery to the Sudan. Bayesett realized that there might have been changes in the city. He knew that this flag was the holy flag of Bucharest, two angels. The image of the foreshadowed the sanctuary of the Saint Cyril brothers to the city, but the Sudan knew that this flag would not easily appear, because there are no more than 4 people in Bucharest who are eligible to use it.
These four people are the nominal ruler of Bucharest, the actual ruler, the parish priest and a special status girl.
The nominal ruler is Zeppes, whose whereabouts are unknown, the actual ruler is Ladislas II, but the Sultan does not think that the kings of Bohemia and Hungary will be rash at this time and even have the last chance. Give up easily, after all Hungary is now facing a crisis of invasion.
Similarly, Sudan does not think that the parish priest will easily walk up the city wall, because that means that Bucharest has come to a real life or death.
So who will it be?
Sudan couldn't help but have curiosity. He took the Guards to the direction where the flag appeared near the front line position, which made many Ottoman generals can't help but worry. After all, Muhammad II had almost lost his life. Still vivid, they don't want Sultan Bayezite to follow in his father's footsteps.
The Bucharest people are obviously worried that the presence of the flag may cause the bombardment of Ottoman artillery, so there is not much people gathered under the flag except for an angel blessing flag, but this is enough, because Sudan was surprised to find that side Next to the holy flag of Bucharest, there is an eye-catching double-eagle shield flag!
Sudan's eyes were attracted by the flag. He looked at it quietly for a long time, and finally said to the generals around him, "We have found her, haven't we?"
The double-eagle shield pattern, the national flag of the Valleio dynasty, the last symbol of the Eastern Roman Empire.
"Great Sultan, no enemy can escape from your wise eyes." A general who was very close said reverently, but please allow me to congratulate you, the great prophet blesses you, and makes you pay Wish. "
Bayesert II smiled softly, seemingly complimenting the general, his eyes fixed on the banner and said slowly: "Hope this is the last time, the ghost of the Greek princess will be with this The cities are broken together. "
Suddenly, there was a faint cheer from the far wall, although the distance was far away, but the loud cheers that were unceasingly spread to the Ottoman position clearly.
"What are they shouting?" An Ottoman officer whispered to the person next to him.
"They are shouting ..." The man's eyes showed an excited look, "Long live the princess!"
"Is that woman?"
"Yes, that woman!"
Listening to the whispers of the generals around him, Bayesert II took a deep breath, he knew why the generals were so excited, they had been looking for this woman for a long time, and everyone knew that even if there was such a person It is probably too old to die, after all, the legend about the Greek princess has been circulating for nearly 50 years.
But the legend about the last blood descent of the Roman Empire has never stopped. Even if the Ottomans have arrested these years and do not know how many claim to be the heirs of this blood descent, the name of "Greece Princess" has always been in the Balkan land. Spread for a long time.
"Everything will be completely resolved this time." Bayesert II smiled to the people around him. "No matter how true or false, there will be no more legends of Greek princesses from now on."
"My Sultan please forgive me for taking the liberty. If we can catch the princess alive, I mean no matter who she is, we just have to catch her and let her be your wife. Isn't this a better way?" A general Suddenly said, "We can ignore whether she is a real princess, but let her be your harem, maybe this is more useful than killing her."
Bayesert II looked back slightly unexpectedly, he understood the meaning of this general, but after some weighing, Sudan shook his head: "No, sometimes the simplest way is also the best, I want to let All people in this land know what will happen to the rebellion, then the death of the Greek princess is the best proof. "
"Follow your will, Sultan." The general did not show a frustrated expression because the proposal was not accepted, and his respectful hand touched the breastplate slightly bowed. "So please allow my troops to attack, and I promise you that The head of a woman brings you. "
"Do n’t worry, my general," Sudan looks to the distant city wall. "The morale of Bucharest is very high now, but this will not last long. Perhaps they will soon find themselves facing a dilemma, order The non-stop offensive against Demwica, and then it is up to them to choose. "
Bucharest is fighting, Dembwica is fighting, and the Ottoman right-wing troops cross the lower reaches of the Dembwica River to the east of the Bucharest Plain.
For a time the fighting spread across this land, and everyone was involved in this brutal siege.
But there are exceptions.
Just as the city of Bucharest was full of battles, Eryup was spending his leisure time in Zagreb.
Roy ’s preparations for the invasion of Hungary became much harder because the supply line was disturbed by the resistance led by Hurva, and Eryup also had a headache because of Hurva ’s harassment.
The heavy supply has suffered heavy losses because of frequent harassment by Hurva. Although heavy troops were later sent to protect, the frequently damaged traffic routes made the transportation extremely difficult.
The artillery shipped from Belgrade was delayed due to frequent attacks on the road, which caused Ayrup, who was reprimanded by the Sudan, to feel that his life was really painful. Although he had done his best, even two chases persecuted Herva. Only by violently fighting against him can he escape from the breakout, but as long as the abominable "Darius" is not completely eliminated in one day, the rear of the Ottoman army will be restless for one day.
Elup sometimes even thought, if this continues, maybe even if he has captured Bucharest, as long as Hurva himself is not completely eliminated, the Balkans are not really conquered, because he has found that as time goes by, Many local people seem to see hope from Hurva's resistance.
According to at least the reports, the attacks on the Ottomans are becoming more and more frequent, and many of the attacks are not actually done by the people of Hurva.
Helva, Duke of Zagreb, has become the hero and spiritual leader of the rebels in the hearts of the people of the occupied Balkans, which makes Eryup even more strongly believe that unless he is completely eliminated, even if Bucharest is captured The people on this land cannot be completely conquered.
Such thoughts made Eryup very helpless, but also worried about Roy? 'S move.
Since getting an order for him to invade Hungary, the Bosnian King Roy? Has been pushing away with various excuses.
Roy, who did n’t want to anger Hungary, had even more reason after being disturbed by Hurva. He came up with various excuses to delay the time to march into Hungary, and he paid close attention to the fighting in Bucharest.
Roy? Does not want to put all the chips on the Ottomans.
Roy? He will not forget that Helva is his biggest rival as the King of Bosnia, but although he really wants to use his Ottomans' hand to eliminate this enemy, he does not want the Ottomans to win so smoothly.
The best result in his mind is of course that both sides of the war are losing both sides, which is no better for stabilizing his position.
Hurvar ’s harassment of the rear allowed Roy? To find a good excuse. He repeatedly tried to delay the advance of the march to Hungary on the grounds that the supply line was damaged and the preparation for the invasion had to be delayed. Grand Duke Carniola secretly passed on some kindness to Hungary.
Roy? Do not want to completely offend Ladislas II, but when the news of Bucharest's siege came, the sternly worded secret letter was also placed on the table in front of him.
"I doubt the friendship and loyalty you have shown me, especially when I heard that you have repeatedly refused to fulfil your obligations as an ally, I have reason to doubt whether you are trustworthy. Please do n’t forget to be a king. Promise, or Bosnia can have a new king to continue to fulfill those promises. "
Looking at this almost undisguised threat, Roy? Knew that he really angered Sudan, and in this case, Roy? Had to issue an order to march to Hungary.
On April 25, 1499, the day when the Ottoman army launched an attack on Bucharest, the Bosnian army also began to cross the border between Croatia and Hungary.
Roy? Actually still a bit worried. Although his harassment of Hurva was suspected of exaggeration, the army of the Duke of Zagreb did indeed pose a considerable threat to his rear. Now he is marching against Hungary, Roy You have to worry about the pressures you might face behind.
But this is undoubtedly a good thing for Erup.
Hungary has been overwhelmed by the invasion of the army, so their support for Hurva will naturally be greatly reduced, which makes Ayrup seem to see a trace of hope to completely clear the rear.
It was just at this time that a businessman who had been waiting for a long time suddenly appeared in Zagreb.
Prato felt it was a silly act to promise to send a letter because his head was hot. Maybe he should bargain again.
After seeing the contents of the letter, Eryup was silent.
In the letter, Alexander mentioned vaguely the plantations of Crete. After talking about considering giving Alup a share of the plantation ’s output, he would be able to give him an attractive share. Let Eryup feel helpless.
"As you guessed, I have a strong interest in being able to obtain mining rights for a certain mineral. Dear friend, if you can help me get a landlord around me to agree to mine on his land, then I will This gives you enough rewards, which includes the sharing of crops on an island and the huge profits after obtaining mining rights, and all you need to do is allow another friend of mine in Croatia to be more free to use his effect."
Minerals, landlords, mining rights and another friend.
Looking at these letters, even if they fell into the hands of others, they wouldn't see any clues in them, but Elup's forehead overflowed with layers of sweat.
Because it was clear what Alexander was talking about, Eryup knew what hard choice he was facing.
The mineral is naturally a copper mine in Hungary, and the landlord is undoubtedly Ladislas II. As for another friend ...
Elup did n’t dare to think anymore.
Thinking of the benefits, Elup wrote a long letter to his brother Ashurk before making a decision.
In the letter, Erup kept complaining about Ashurk ’s madness and boldness that was almost unreasonable. In the end, he wrote without regret: "I have no choice, when I find that I ’m on a topic that may be at any time. I could n’t see the shadow of the land when the big ship sank, so now I can only do one thing, that is, to avoid burying the seabed, try to let this unlucky ship that may hit the reef at any time reach its destination as soon as possible ~ EbookFREE.me ~ So my esteemed brother, the family is here and there. "
Then Elup sent people to call Prato in front of him. After thinking about it for a while, he said carefully: "There is a letter, but this is what your earl asked to transfer, so although this is somewhat risky, but For the sake of friendship, I am willing to provide you with enough convenience, but you must ensure that the news is in the hands of that person. "
"I know, this must be a very important letter," Prato nodded immediately, and this time he was very acquainted with not bargaining with the Ottomans, because just think about those executed by the seemingly grinning Ottoman Governor. Prisoner, Prato felt that helping others was not a bad thing.
"This person, maybe you won't see him soon," Elup said so. "But as long as you ask more, you can hear the legend about him, so go find him, believe me, as long as you tell others You are a friend of Earl Montina, he will definitely come to you. "
Following Erup's plausible suggestion, Prato had to embark on a slow journey as a messenger again.
Looking at his distant back, Elup prayed secretly in his heart: "I hope this guy finds that Hurva as soon as possible."