In this way, the war between the Hereford family and the dark elves in the south came to an end.
For the time being, the Hereford family still had the upper hand, and although the dark elves suffered a little loss, the loss was not much. otbnkotgt Although this battle can prove some things, it cannot completely prove everything.
Under this situation, everyone is carefully observing, thinking seriously, and looking forward to the next escalation of the war.
At the same time, the internal war in the human world is still raging.
The withdrawal of the Herefords seriously weakened the power of the Protestant alliance against the emperor and traditional sects.
But because William had enough reasons and the Ottoman dark elves were indeed powerful enemies, no one could let William give up and continue to join.
And there was no reason for William to continue to intervene.
At the same time, and more importantly, after the Hereford family severely weakened the emperor's authority and military power, many people believed that the power of the Protestant alliance alone was enough to defeat the Swabian family.
They, especially the Britons, Her Majesty Queen Victoria felt that during this war the Herefords had grown, grown too much, grown, grown beyond endurance.
They would never allow the Hereford family to continue to occupy more benefits, especially to occupy more land within the Ostrogothic Empire.
Under this situation and this mentality, the Hereford family was completely excluded.
We can no longer get involved in this sectarian war.
Without the Hereford family, a first-rate military power, the battle against the Swabian family became even more difficult.
Although the Britons have begun to equip and improve new weapons and equipment on a large scale.
Despite the opposition of traditional military factions, flintlocks and bayonets were installed on a large scale.
Army troops armed with real modern private soldiers.
But in contrast, their enemies are doing the same.
The result of the large-scale deployment of muskets is that the rhythm and speed of battles have greatly accelerated, and the number of casualties has also increased significantly.
Queuing to be shot naturally increases the mental and spiritual torture of human beings countless times.
On such a bloody hell-like battlefield, the traditional armies of the Swabian family and the Protestant alliance armies fought three battles, and all three battles ended with the victory of the traditional sect.
His Majesty Emperor Kalman IV once again proved to the world that his sword is still young, he can still continue to fight, and he is still one of the best army commanders in the world.
Although not as good as William, the madman and monster.
However, ordinary people, such as General John Churchill, who was also a very good commander, were no match for him.
No, the number of troops, weapons and equipment, the number of cavalry and the number of artillery are all greater than that of the emperor, but they just can't beat him.
But this is natural.
If war in this world is about comparing who has more guns and cannons, then this world will not survive.
All in all, after three defeats, the Protestant Alliance plunged another 70,000 troops into the quagmire of war.
In contrast, the emperor's army also lost more than 30,000 troops.
The battle loss ratio between the two sides was about two to one.
If we just compare the numbers, it is definitely the Swabian family and His Majesty the Emperor who wins.
But as I said before, war is not just about piling up numbers.
Of course, at the same time, conclusions cannot be drawn by just comparing numbers.
Although fewer people died than the other party.
But the Britons, who have begun to recruit troops throughout the human world, can easily form another hundred thousand troops, another hundred thousand troops, another hundred thousand troops or even more.
In contrast, His Majesty the Emperor, who needs to rely on loans from the Lombards to meet his military expenses, is already difficult to recruit a sufficient number of qualified soldiers from his territory, the mountainous areas of Bern, and outside Lombardy. of soldiers.
In addition to the problem of damage to his reputation, more important is the problem of money.
Compared with the war to protect their faith, the upcoming war with the Ottoman Empire is obviously more important to them.
After all, this is a war related to their life and death, as well as the amount of money.
Faith had to take a back seat compared to making money.
Even if the Holy See called for it, Lombardy's funds still flowed into the navy in large quantities, as well as hiring sailors, pirates and sailors.
Prepare to win the next battle against the Berber pirates and the Ottoman navy.
As for His Majesty the Emperor, His Majesty the Emperor has experienced hundreds of battles and is invincible.
Even if there is not enough money and enough troops, there will definitely not be a big problem.
This must be true, hahahaha That's pretty much it.
Although Kalman IV is still winning and still winning, in fact, strategically speaking, Kalman IV has failed.
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In contrast, although the coalition forces are constantly losing, and although it takes two people to lose one Imperial Army head in battle, the coalition forces are strategically at an advantage.
The imperial army, which had won many battles, continued to shrink its front and advanced towards the interior of Great Moravia.
In contrast, the coalition forces, which had suffered repeated defeats, were making great strides forward.
In a sense, it is quite rare for a war to reach this level.
That's it.
Although the possibility of defeat is getting higher and higher.
In recent times, Kalman IV's health has been getting worse and worse.
This old man who supports the Swabian family has weakened his physical strength and energy due to constant bad news.
Although he is not too old, he In fact, he has already reached the age when he is in his final years.
What he was most afraid of recently was that after falling asleep one day, he would not be able to wake up the next day.
It is precisely because of this that Kalman IV did not sleep well.
Such low-quality sleep, in turn, affected her spirit.
And poor mental health and tremendous pressure made him grumpy.
If this vicious cycle continues, there is no guarantee when Kalman IV will die.
Now, Kalman IV has also lost the confidence to continue fighting and the belief that victory is possible.
Although the war on the front line continues to rage.
But secretly, Kalman IV has begun to send envoys to discuss peace negotiations.
In addition to compromises and negotiations with the Protestant coalition, he also continued to send envoys to urge the Hereford family to marry him, and the dowry of the duchess was a small duchy with little value from the beginning. , replaced by the entire North Moravia.
Or as His Majesty the Emperor's new title was, Bohemia.
The emperor promised William that as long as he could marry him and mediate the war between him and the Protestant alliance, he would canonize his daughter as the Grand Duchess of Bohemia.
Then all this land was given to the Hereford family as a dowry.
The northern region of Great Moravia, which he called Bohemia, was a land that William greatly coveted.
As long as there is this land, the power of the Hereford family in the empire will continue to grow.
If this trend continues, it will only be a matter of time before the Hereford family rules the entire empire.
But William also knew that the Grand Duchy of Bohemia was just a sweet bait promised by the emperor.
It would be a joke if he really stepped forward to mediate and confront the Protestant coalition because of this bait.
"So, my attitude is still the same."
Facing the envoy sent by His Majesty the Emperor, William's face was expressionless.
It cannot be said that he was expressionless.
If he said: "You think I am a fool, or you?"
If the expression "I'm just an idiot" can be regarded as an expression, then indeed, he made an expression.
"That is to say, unless this war is over, I will never marry the emperor or the Swabian family."
William said calmly.
"Your Majesty, I would like to take the liberty to ask a question."
Hearing William say this, the envoy naturally felt a little discouraged.
However, he was not completely discouraged, but asked: "Can your opinion represent the opinion of the entire Hereford family?"
"Of course."
William may have had such a smooth life during this period, so this guy didn't hear the bait in the messenger's tone.
Still answering without any hesitation.
"But as far as I know, the head of the Hereford family is still your father, King Otto, and this time, the princess's marriage partner is also His Majesty King Otto.
But in recent times, I have not seen His Majesty the King, so said" After hearing what the envoy said, William couldn't help but laugh "ah ha ha ha ha".
After laughing.
He then said something to the messenger, which instantly made the messenger feel like he had lost control of his bladder.
"In other words, the All-Evil Family wants to have another Magdeburg battle with the Hereford Family."
"No, no, no, I never meant that, never meant that."
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After that, this guy who thought he was smart, but was actually stupid, waved his hands again and again, trying his best to tell William that he never meant that.
What a pity, if his monarch Kalman IV knew that he went to the Hereford family to negotiate and the final result he brought back was another Battle of Magdeburg, then he would definitely kill himself.
Hang yourself without hesitation.
Because, just as it has become a taboo topic in the Hereford family after surviving the disconnection, the Battle of Magdeburg has also become a taboo in the Swabian family.
No one wants to relive that round of war.
I don't even want to mention it.
Because, because of that war, the entire Swabian family turned from prosperity to decline, and is now in a difficult situation, and even at risk of extinction.
It was that battle that caused the Swabian family to lose their best general, and made King Kalman IV so disappointed in his crown prince that he deposed him.
The Battle of Magdeburg caused the Swabian family to lose its honor, its victory, tens of thousands of troops capable of fighting, one of its best army commanders, and a prince.
Everyone, even those who believe most in the power of the Swabian family, believe that if there is another Battle of Magdeburg, then this great family with a long history that once commanded the people will inevitably be completely destroyed.
Decline, even towards death.
"This is not what the foreign minister meant at all," the envoy said immediately: "The Swabian family is sincerely trying to reconcile with the Hereford family.
Your Majesty's willingness to marry the Hereford family is proof of this."
"Really?"
Zhang Cheng said casually as if nothing happened.
The guy who was waiting for the other party's verdict swallowed his saliva and was so nervous that he almost fainted.
Fortunately, William only made casual remarks about coming to Magdeburg again.
If a war against the dark elves in the south did not break out at this time, then either accepting the marriage, swallowing up North Moravia, or choosing to cooperate with the Protestant Alliance again would be understandable options.
But now, even the Hereford family does not have enough power to extend their tentacles to the empire.
"Although I have known it for a long time, I still feel it is a pity."
William thought in his heart, and then showed a happy smile: "Of course, of course I believe in the Swabian family and the great Emperor, who has a good heart with us."
Although these words came from a commander who had just spoken the taboo word Magdeburg, and was the commander of the enemy in this battle, it was somewhat ironic.
The messenger was not even sure whether what William said was ironic.
But he still didn't dare to be angry at all.
On the contrary, the messenger breathed a sigh of relief.
At least, he will not become the sinner of the Swabian family, and there will be no need for another Battle of Magdeburg.
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