Since John and Sophia happened to be in Constantinople, Constantine would not have wasted this time. The fleet went out to sea to open a route for the Mamluk merchant ships, and John would not return to Epirus for a while.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, the empire sent messengers to Hungary and Albania overnight for a final meeting before the offensive began.

Not only tactics, but also post-war risk-taking and the distribution of benefits need to be renegotiated. However, the three parties probably have a number in their hearts. After the defeat at the Battle of Varna, all the territories that Hungary had been annexed by the Ottomans would be returned, and the borders between Hungary and the Empire would be restored. In addition to this, Hungary should receive the maximum amount of compensation, and in order to ensure the normal continuation of the Empire's alliance with Hungary, and for the future opening of the Orthodox Gate, the Empire may promise some other benefits.

As for Albania, although its independence was guaranteed by the intervention of the empire, it was not invaded by the declaration of war by the surrounding countries. However, because of the limited military strength of Gyrj itself, both the number of troops and the ability to attack fortified positions are slightly inferior to Hungary. Albania's territory may expand slightly after the war, but it will never swell to the point where it can threaten the Empire's initiative in the Balkans.

In the end, the Roman Empire would undoubtedly be the biggest beneficiary. The lands of the Balkans belong to the territory of the empire since ancient times, and most of the provinces of the Balkans will return to the empire, except for Edirne, who must return. After the war, the empire will probably reach a level slightly lower than it was at the beginning of Alexios I. The Aegean islands, with the exception of Malta and Crete, should also officially return to the arms of the empire after the war.

Inadvertently, Constantine XI set his sights on new regions. Off the coast of Asia Minor and the island of Cyprus.

In all likelihood, this will be the next step in the expansion of the empire.

"Father...... Father ......"

"Huh?! John? When did you come? Constantine froze, "What's the matter?" Calculating the time, Hunyadi and Gyerj should arrive tomorrow, so there is no need to be in such a hurry. ”

"Father, I suddenly had a bold idea." John glanced at the map that had barely been touched by Constantine XI, "It seems that the whole world, including you, Father, thinks that all our eyes on this war will be locked on the Balkan Peninsula......"

"Of course, we don't have the extra national strength to invade Asia Minor at the same time...... Wait a minute! Mamluks?! ”

John smiled and nodded.

Undoubtedly, the Mamluks will attack from the southern coastline of Anatolia and the eastern continent at the same time, and the empire can take this opportunity to force the Bosphorus across the Bosphorus with the help of the time when the Mamluks attract Ottoman troops in Anatolia, and bite a pedal to the old land for the empire!

If this plan can be realized, then Constantinople will have no worries, and the benefits of the Bosphorus being restored to imperial control will be absolutely terrifying.

"This plan...... Too bold. But for this to happen, it is necessary to reconvene the Imperial Council. But this time is different. Just call Francisco and Vasika. The offensive on both flanks does not need them to command it for the time being. "Constantine slammed a flag across the Bosphorus.

……

"Your crown looks exquisite, dear General Janos Hunyadi...... Oh no, it should be Your Majesty. ”

"Hats off, Your Highness the Princess."

Hunyadi still admires Sofia Valleolo's vision. The paper crown undoubtedly changed his life and the fate of the entire Hungarian state. Moreover, in the struggle for power within Hungary, he could clearly sense that there were external forces pushing for the Parliament to be elected. I'm afraid that behind this, there is also the shadow of this young princess.

"The purple palace seems to be much more refined than it was a year ago, and look, these gold pendants ......" Derj's affection for the empire is of course very strong, although it is based on the premise that the empire has paid a great price for the independence of the Albanian nation, "Oh my God, Evie, dear, it looks like you are a lot plump." ”

There won't be so much red tape for private dinners, and discussing the distribution of interest between unlimited drinks and dishes can obviously make the atmosphere a little more relaxed.

In addition to this, John also saw many old friends who he hadn't seen for a long time.

"Uncle Thomas! General Latius! ”

Except for the Mamluks, a superficial ally, who were not invited, this banquet was far from the leaders of more than half of the great powers in the Balkans. The purpose of the banquet is very simple.

"There is no problem with Hungary attacking from the west, and this is also in our plan. The Elector Council has elected me as regent, and I need a victory to prove that Janos is the right choice for the country. What's more, I already have the main offensive direction. Hunyadi took a glass of wine from the maid's tray and sat down at the long table, "Kosovo." The feud between Bayezet and Varna will never be forgotten by the Hungarian people. This time, it was time for Muhammad to figure it out. ”

Unlike the stupid Władysław, the legendary warrior Kerbilic led dozens of guards to kill Murad I, allowing the coalition forces to almost completely crush the Ottomans. Unfortunately, Bayezid I, the son of Murad I, was ordered to save the Ottoman army from fire and water, capture the Duke of Kosovo alive, and behead countless Serbian nobles. At this point, the Ottoman expansion in the Balkans was unstoppable.

"As long as we can use this to defeat the power, I believe we can grab more things." Gyerdi raised his glass and drank with Hunyati, "Serbia, Wallachia...... Or is there something to be shy about, Your Majesty Constantine, you should also have a considerable interest in taking full control of the Bosphorus, right? ”

The wine in the cup of Constantine XI almost spilled.

If it weren't for the sheer security of the Purple Palace, he would have even suspected that yesterday's meeting with John was under God's surveillance. The ability of the unpredictable prophet of Gyelj is really terrifying. Thankfully, Albania now relies on the Empire's breath, and Gyrj is loyal to the Empire.

"Serbia and Wallachia do have the potential to stir up trouble, especially Serbia, and the Empire will never allow them to continue to hijack the territory of the Empire in the Balkans!"

"That's it, Albania, don't mind doing the Empire a favor."

Jerdi smiled and shook his glass.