Chapter 1340: Arabian Storm (11)
"The Principality of Hungary is now taking part in the war between the Church of Europe and Portugal and France, and this war has been going on for a long time."
The young man of Chinese descent said slowly to West Weeks.
"Judging from the current situation, it is clear that the war that is taking place in Europe today cannot end so quickly. It would take a few years to decide the winner, and the Principality of Hungary had already recruited a lot of young men from its principality because of this war, so its domestic defense forces were pitifully small. ”
This information came from the Imperial Concession Intelligence Department.
With the smooth development of the concession in Europe, it was easy for the Concession Intelligence Department to obtain such information.
"Originally, the Ottomans saw an opportunity and planned to start using troops against the Hungarians after a while. It's just that now the energy of the Ottomans has been dragged down by naval battles in the Mediterranean. Therefore, the Ottomans could only remember this event after the events at sea were over. ”
The young Chinese talked eloquently, and Siwicks listened very carefully.
Moreover, from the young man's words, Sywicks heard a lot of useful information that he could not have gotten himself.
Yes, the organizational structure of the rebels is very chaotic, although they all have their own leaders, and have begun to integrate into a loose whole.
However, with the exception of Siwicks, the rest of the chiefs were once either farmers or small craftsmen, or beggars in some districts.
Therefore, it is impossible for them to understand the importance of intelligence.
So it's not surprising to ignore it.
In addition to the Ottoman blockade, there was no revolt from the northern Ottoman populace, so it was very difficult for Siwicks to get information.
It was precisely because of this that it was impossible for him to know what the young man was talking about.
However, after listening to these things that the young man said. Seewicks had a little thought in his mind.
Since there is no hope for the Ottoman Empire here, why don't you lead your army to the Hungarian principality?
If you can occupy Hungary, then your people will not have a big territory, and they will no longer have to worry about supplies.
Moreover, the people of the Principality of Hungary will also provide themselves with an endless stream of tax revenue.
Once you have money, you can constantly arm the army.
At that point, I will have nothing to worry about.
And the army of the Hungarians, at this moment, is fighting outside.
Obviously, when their army began to attack Hungary, their army would not be able to return in time.
So. By the time the other side returned to the army, it was too late.
And by leading his army to Hungary, he could also avoid the Ottoman advance.
As long as the border was crossed, it would be impossible for the Ottomans to continue to pursue their own people.
After all, the Ottomans had their scruples.
On the other hand, if you look at your own side, you will not have such worries and scruples.
Perhaps, what this young man meant by saying these words to himself should be referring to this aspect?
I have to say, Sywicks is a bit smart. He almost guessed the meaning of the words of the young Chinese descent.
It seems that it is not for nothing that he was elected as the chief leader by the other leaders of the rebel army.
At least, Wicks compared to the others. It's more than a little bit stronger.
"I think you should abandon the north and set out at once to attack the Hungarian principality. The defenders of the Principality of Hungary today are simply not able to confront you. Therefore. You can occupy Hungary in a short time and have a territory of your own. ”
The young man of Chinese descent said to Siwicks in a very demagogic tone.
At this time. It's not just Siwicks who is tempted.
The other rebel leaders left behind in the tent were also excited.
Yes, the tone is against the powerful Ottoman elite, it is better to find a person who is easy to bully to fight.
Compared to the Ottomans, it is clear that the Hungarians are the kind of bullies who are easy to bully.
And, as they could not die, the Hungarians drew eighty percent of their forces and joined the war with the Portuguese and France.
Therefore, the remaining troops in the Principality of Hungary are not at all threatening.
On the rebel side, there were more than 250,000 soldiers.
Although there was a shortage of weapons and armor, as well as food and various supplies, it was absolutely enough to use these men to attack Hungary.
In any case, it was much more advantageous than fighting the elite Ottoman legions.
None of you are fools.
Persimmon has to pick a soft pinch, in fact, the big guy still understands.
At the same time, once the Hungarian principality is captured, then these people will have a chassis.
When the time comes, they will rise from the paupers and rebels to the nobility.
When you think about it, it's exciting.
However, there are some dangers associated with doing so.
That is, it will offend the Hungarians, and the ecclesiastical power to which Hungary belongs.
Once the rebels occupied Hungary, they would have to face many enemies in the future.
The military clique on the side of the church will basically regard them as enemies.
At the same time, they had to watch out for military threats from the Ottomans.
The Ottomans will not be good in the short term, but when the Ottomans have finished preparing and settled the war in the Mediterranean, then they will know on their knees that the Ottomans will definitely attack Hungary under the banner of destroying the rebels.
After all, after eliminating the rebels entrenched in Hungary, the Ottomans were able to occupy Hungary and expand their territory, right?
Things like this have to be thought through.
However, Siwicks also knew that they did not have much choice when facing the Ottoman army that was about to crusade against them.
At this time, against the Ottomans, they had no hope of winning.
In this case, it is better to choose to capture Hungary.
"You mean, let's go conquer the Hungarian principality?"
Siwicks asked, frowning.
The young man of Chinese descent nodded heavily: "Do you have more choices now?" I think you should be aware of this and go and occupy the Hungarian principality. is your only hope now. ”
The young man's words are true, and Sywicks admits it.
It's just that he can't say it, at most he just echoes it in his heart.
"But you know what, if we attack the Hungarians, we're going to be in big trouble in the future."
The young man of Chinese descent immediately laughed when he heard Siwicks say this.
"But you must also understand that by occupying the territory of the Duchy of Hungary, you have a source of tax revenue. At the same time, with the tax you can buy weapons and armor. Equip your soldiers. By that time, even if there are some threats, I think you should be able to solve them, at least much stronger than they are now, aren't they? ”
"But we also have to face the dual threat of the Church and the Ottomans. I don't think we can handle so many enemies alone. Moreover, both the ecclesiastical forces and the Ottomans were much more militarily powerful than ours. Sywicks retorted slightly.
on this. The young Chinese youth did not think so.
Because he had already seen that Siwicks had been moved by what he said, but he was this guy at this moment. is constantly in danger of tone, with the hope that he can get some promise from himself.
Presumably, Siwicks is not stupid, and may have seen that he is not an ordinary businessman.
Therefore. On this premise, perhaps he thinks he may represent a hostile force to one side and the Church and the Ottomans.
So, get some commitment ideas from your own side. It's also a normal thing.
The young Chinese thought about it and guessed some of the reasons.
At the same time, some understanding was given.
"Whatever you want in this world, you have to pay some price. It is not possible for you to gain for nothing and not give. ”
The young man of Chinese descent spoke slowly.
"Come to think of it, you will be able to become a nobleman in the future, and it will be a world of difference compared to your current status and your former status. Therefore, this is an opportunity for you to change your own destiny. ”
As the young people of Chinese descent talked eloquently, the leaders of the rebel army in the tent had a light in their eyes.
Yes, to be a nobleman!
This is something they couldn't have thought of before.
But now, there is such an opportunity in front of them, how can they not be tempted.
Moreover, after the capture of Hungary, they could develop themselves for a long time. At the same time, it is also possible to get out of the current unfavorable situation.
As for the possibility of being attacked by the forces of the Church and the Ottomans in the future, then the future is under consideration.
Besides, after having such a territory as the Principality of Hungary, won't they develop an army?
Therefore, they don't necessarily lose.
However, if they did not choose this path, then with their current strength, they would not be able to survive the oncoming Ottoman attack.
Therefore, in the face of this problem, as long as you are not a fool, you know what to choose.
"Chief, I think we should abandon this place and we will attack Hungary."
Someone couldn't help but start persuading Siwicks.
As the rebels spoke their mouths to persuade them, the rest was much easier.
"If you make the decision to attack Hungary, then tomorrow I can send 600,000 catties of grain (300 tons), and every three days I will send this amount of grain, so that you can have enough security to attack Hungary with confidence. Of course, food is not given for free, you have to give money to make it. ”
These words undoubtedly reassured the leaders of the rebel army and strengthened their decision.
Siwicks gave the young man a deep look and said, "That's good! If you can sell us 600,000 catties of grain tomorrow, I think there will be no problem in attacking Hungary. But in the end, I want to know, what kind of force do you represent, and why do you want to help us like this? ”
Finally, Siwicks asked the question he had been wondering about...... (To be continued......)