Chapter 137 The Secret Transaction
When Pope Innocent IV and his army finally came outside the city of Turin after suffering a huge casualties of up to 15,000 people, Pope Innocent IV was somewhat uncomfortable, because the cavalry sent out found that there was almost no people nearby. According to the people found, those people were moved by the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II to the city of Turin. They not only took away everyone, but also all the food and livestock.
However, at the same time, Henry Laspi, the Duke of Thuringian, who had been nearby, also led his German Legion of up to 35,000 people to appear here. Most of the Dukes of the German side participated in the German Knights' Knights' attempt to conquer more soldiers, which was not easy. Henry Laspi, the Duke of Thuringian, has been fighting against the army of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II.
When the "free cities" in the Holy Roman Empire were almost completely disintegrated because Milan and Turin were captured, he once thought about retreating to Germany, but later he received news from the Holy Church, and then he brought the army here again with his army fortunately, at this time, the army led by Pope Innocent IV was still sufficient, although there was less supplement to the locals.
At this moment, in the tent of Pope Innocent IV, some transactions were going on, but when these transactions were bound to the Pope, and when they were high-sounding, it made the matter not look so dirty.
"This bastard..."
When Pope Innocent IV learned this news, he did not grit his teeth for the "stand down the walls and clearing the wilderness" of Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II. On the contrary, they did not meet a person here who came to pay tribute to him. Originally, this was the territory of the "Free City Alliance". Most of the people here were devout believers. Pope Innocent IV had expected that after he came back, he was welcomed by the civilians.
This is the reason why he gritted his teeth. As for the significant impact of the solid walls and clearing the field on the entire military operation, he did not know anything. Even the other kings and dukes were doing it one by one, and the cheers they could catch after defeating the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II and the demon emperor from the East.
More than 100,000 troops can easily surround the entire city of Turin. Therefore, in this matter, King John Henry III, Henry VII, and Count Artowa were all moved and then besieged from all sides. The Templars, England and France's army will form the main attacking force. Of course, this is just a talk. The three of them also agreed to borrow the vanity of Pope Innocent IV to ensure that their army can be free from major casualties, and at the same time, they can finally achieve the best interests of victory.
"Your Majesty, let the other kings and dukes' troops launch feint attacks first, so that we can mobilize the forces in the city and their attacks will attract the movement of the main enemy forces. In this way, when our defense capabilities in the city walls become weaker, we can attack in at that time. If we do so, it may only take a few days, which will be much less than the cost of long-term siege."
Henry VII, the close servant of Pope Innocent IV. At this moment, he and Henry III, had completely reconciled. After all, their goals were consistent and because of their reconciliation, Henry III, King John, also defeated the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II, the entire Kingdom of Sicily would belong to Henry VII, and even included the Roman Empire. One of the sons of King John, Henry III, would become the king of the future German Kingdom. As for the Duke of Thuringia, Henry Laspi, and his army, they would be the final consumable in this battle.
Without these troops, it will become much easier to attack Germany in the future, but this matter is not expressed in this way now. On the contrary, Henry VII, as the former German king, was still respected as the king by Henry Raspi, Duke of Thuringia, and even obeyed his leadership.
"So, Henry Raspi, Duke of Thuringia, will prove to you with his courage, how loyal he is to you, His Majesty."
Henry Raspi, Duke of Thuringia, was about 40 years old and had a staggering yellow beard. When Henry VII introduced him to the Pope, he felt extremely honored.
"Yes, your Majesty, you will see me and my men, first ascend to the walls of Turin. I will use this to prove to you my loyalty to you, and please, your Majesty, you will bless me and let me be brave and fearless when facing the pagan demon from the East."
Pope Innocent IV looked at Henry Raspi, Duke of Thuringia in front of him, and his face showed a nearly kind look on his face. He always liked such a brave duke very much, especially when facing the city of Turin, which had changed and made people feel a little scared, such a brave and fearless person was more popular.
"My child, I dare say that your words will be approved by God, and he will be proud of you. At the same time, I will also be honored to tell you that if we defeat the pagans, then in the future, you will be blessed by me when you are crowned as King of Germany."
The promise of Pope Innocent IV is of course a great glory, especially when he mentioned the crowning of the king of the German kingdom, everything became more wonderful in the feeling of Henry Raspi, the Duke of Thuringia, and at this moment he fully believed in his heart that what Henry's seven packs expressed was that he would rather make him the King of Germany.
"Your Majesty, I will use my practical actions to thank you for your blessings..."
When Henry Raspie, Duke of Thuringia, left the tent, was the time when the transaction was really going on
"Your Majesty, look, the army you lead is really very strong in fighting. In my opinion, it may not be too difficult to capture Turin City. But what I want to propose is, Your Majesty, maybe our direction should be the main force of the real attack, so look..."
Although Pope Innocent IV did not know much about war, he understood political transactions. Henry VII's words just said to him that the war of attrition should allow other dukes and kings to fight, and the battle to truly achieve honor should be the people in this camp during the war. The above secret transactions have been completed. The offensive and defensive battles in the entire Turin City will show a taste of blood and cruelty. ○ Baidu search: ○ Sui ○ Meng ○ Xiao ○ Says ○ Network ○..
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