The Rise of the European Emperor

?o?b???up*?_?)?tz??? +? ?"?o?#???o??????1??J?6 |?? The Doge of , Leonardo Loredan did not eat dry rice. After realizing the seriousness of the problem, he immediately sent someone to invite more than a dozen major figures with decision-making power in the Republic of Venice to the Doge's Palace.\\r

These dozen or so bigwigs are just councillors on the surface, but in fact, they are the patriarchs of the families behind the dozen or so largest chambers of commerce in Venice. Like the Barbarigo family where the previous governor belonged, the Loredan family where the current governor Leonardo Loredan belongs, the Mosenigo family, the Gremani family, etc., are all chaebols who control Venice. , but also the small group of people who decide the fate of Venice. \\r

Although Leonardo Loredan was the governor of the Republic of Venice, he had the right to decide in general matters. However, the major matters involving the life and death of the Republic of Venice must be decided by the leaders of more than a dozen chaebols. \\r

In the afternoon, more than a dozen chaebol leaders gathered in the large conference hall of the Governor's Palace to discuss the future of Venice. \\r

However, some of them are full of doubts about Marin's words. So, Senator Alani of the Tron family, which is mainly engaged in the spice trade, said:\\r

"Everyone, Mr. Marin is now the special envoy representing the Pope. Therefore, what he said may not be credible. After all, he wanted to return to Rimini for the sake of the Pope. Therefore, there is water in his words... "Alani spoke in the standard Latin of the age in Europe. At this time, English was only the language of small border countries, and Latin was the lingua franca of Europe. \\r

Marin smiled slightly, not taking Senator Alani's words to heart. Moreover, this time he really had a clear conscience. Because, he didn't lie... So, after Marin smiled, he said: \\r

"Mr. Alani, although I was sent by the Pope to make peace. However, what I said is not false. You are all people who have been in the political arena for many years. If I lie, let's infer that it will be Can't tell?"\\r

"Take my monarch, His Majesty Maximilian I, for example. Even if Rome has no reason to call on everyone to besiege Venice, as long as the Pope uses the coronation of the emperor as a bargaining chip, everyone, do you think Austria will send troops to attack Venice? Side back?" Marin said confidently.

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"This..." Many congressmen hesitated for a while. \\r

Everyone here knows that Maximilian I wanted to be emperor for a long time. Otherwise, they would not spend money to ask the Pariologos family to buy the throne of the Eastern Roman Empire. \\r

However, after purchasing the Eastern Roman throne of the Pariologos family, few countries were recognized. Because Maximilian I did not occupy Constantinople, most countries believe that Maximilian I, the Eastern Roman throne, is only in name. \\r

The most important thing is that the Holy See's attitude is rather ambiguous, and it has never made a statement, neither acknowledging the legitimacy of Maximilian I's Eastern Roman emperor, nor denying it. \\r

In fact, the Holy See is waiting for Maximilian I to express it. This expression is not for money, but for the real support of Maximilian I for the Papal State. \\r

Therefore, whether it is to recognize the identity of Maximilian I as the Eastern Roman Emperor, or to hold a coronation ceremony for Maximilian I as the Holy Roman Emperor, it can be exchanged for Maximilian I to send troops. \\r

Therefore, the expressions of many members present here have changed...\\r

However, Alani said unconvinced: \\r

"What if Maximilian I's Austria was willing to send troops? Venice is much richer than the poor emperor, and can hire more troops to repel their attack!"\\r

Alani's words were endorsed by many Venetian congressmen. But Marin said:\\r

"Your Excellency Alani, please don't forget that the Holy See still has tens of thousands of troops in Rome..."\\r

"So what? Venice has more troops!"\\r

"However, what if the two sides attack together? Venice will do its best to stop the attack of His Majesty Maximilian I. At this time, the Roman army will take the Rimini area without any effort..." \\r

The dozen or so Venetian bosses fell silent. Indeed, if only one of the two had to be confronted, Venice would not be afraid. However, if the two sides attack together, there is a problem. \\r

The Rimini area is not close to the mainland of Venice, and the Principality of Ferrara is separated from the mainland of Venice. Although Alani despised Maximilian I's Austrian financial problems. But it is undeniable that the combat effectiveness of the Austrian army is much stronger than that of the Italian mercenaries. Even in the German region, in addition to the Swiss mercenaries, the combat effectiveness of the Austrian army is considered to be at the forefront. \\r

Therefore, once the Austrians attack, Venice must go all out to defeat the Austrian attack. At this time, Rome also sent tens of thousands of troops to attack the Rimini area, and the Venetians would not be able to rescue them. Otherwise, if you go to rescue the Rimini area, the homeland will not be safe. Homeland security or the security of Rimini is more important, as long as you are not a fool, you will know how to choose...\\r

"We can hire another 10,000 people to prepare for the war!" Alani said relentlessly. \\r

"Your Excellency Alani, please note that the Holy See can call not only Austria, but also France..."\\r

"France..." When the name of France was mentioned, everyone's expressions suddenly changed. After all, the magic demon is the strongest existence in Europe 6 at this time. \\r

"What reason do the French have to attack Venice?" asked the Amero Senator of the Selcy family. \\r

"Venice is rich, everyone knows it, right?" Marin said calmly. \\r

The Venetian parliamentarians here first smiled, and then their faces changed...\\r

"When you attack Venice, as long as you win, you will be able to grab a huge amount of wealth. If you capture the city of Venice, you will be able to grab a wealth worth tens of millions of ducats. I think the French are learning that Austria also sent troops. Under the circumstances, I am happy to send troops together."\\r

"After all, when France and Austria join forces, Venice can only be defeated. At that time, the French will receive at least millions of gold coins in return. Moreover, the excuse for sending troops is provided by the most prestigious Holy See in Europe, why do the French want to Refuse?"\\r

This time, none of the Venetian congressmen here spoke up. Clearly, they also knew what was at stake. Even if Venice did not offend France, "too much money" is the sin of the Venetians. If it is a Chinese person, he will definitely say the phrase "every man is innocent and has his own guilt". Although the Venetians do not know this sentence, they understand the same truth. \\r

Venice is rich, and it has long made European countries jealous. However, Venice is very strong, and a single country has no certainty of winning against Venice. Also, there is no reason to attack Venice...\\r

However, with the call of the Holy See, it is different. At that time, attacking Venice is equivalent to putting on a coat of justice. And after the attack on Venice, rob it, that is the custom of the army in this era...\\r

In particular, when the Holy Roman Empire is bound to send troops, other countries can easily see the opportunity...\\r

The Austrian army alone could attract most of Venice's power. At this time, another powerful army appeared... Venice will be doomed...\\r

Either France or Spain. As long as one of the two powerhouses stands up to take advantage of the fire and attack Venice with the Austrian army, Venice will be finished. \\r

If Venice is captured, it goes without saying that the wealth of the families of the dozen or so Venetian bosses here will definitely be swept away by the invading enemy forces. At that time, they will even have problems with their survival, let alone live happily. Therefore, the atmosphere in the conference room suddenly froze... The big guys bowed their heads and began to think, comparing the gains and losses in their hearts...

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