"Your Majesty the Dictator, this is truly spectacular. It has been many years since our Republic of Venice mobilized such a large number of troops."

The port of Urbino was busy. A senior member of the Venetian Republic who accompanied the army could not help but feel proud when he saw the endless army in front of him. He sighed from the bottom of his heart to his little brother Riti.

No matter how much dark history there is, as long as you can truly demonstrate the power of the country to safeguard the interests of your own group, you will naturally receive heartfelt love.

The True Pope invested heavily and sent a fleet to finally win a key ally in the battle for northern Italy. Although it had lost a lot of territory to Ladislaus in the past few years, except for a few distant outer islands, the Republic today

There are only two provinces left: Venice Main Island and Dalmatia Province, but Venice Island, which has a large population, still has the first-class mobilization power of this era.

The dense population coupled with the fact that Central Italy is densely populated with the highest density of mercenary regiments in Europe, after a one-time investment of nearly one million talers, little brother Riti suddenly raised an army of 13,000 people, half of whom

The above are mercenaries with considerable combat effectiveness. Although half of the militia has doubtful combat effectiveness, the core force of thousands of sailors can still be expected.

"Although it is not enough to confront the Duke of Bourbon's army head-on, it should be enough to pursue him after he enters Provence." The Duke of Urbino also greeted this army at the port, but he actually did not want this army at all.

The troops came to his house.

The Principality of Urbino is theoretically a vassal of the Papal State, but in fact it is a semi-independent force. He has no hope that the power of the real elected pope will be restored.

The Venetian army did not attack the provinces lost to the United Kingdom. Instead, it detoured southward, hoping not to confront Ladislaus alone.

Riding on a tall horse, the little brother Liti now looks majestic, although he still lacks a bit of the murderousness and sharpness of a long-standing commander. He also lacks the stability and calmness of his father.

But this poor guy who was once teased by Ladislaus to the point of death, now indeed naturally exudes a domineering and unrestrained attitude all over his body, and no longer looks like the half-dead lunatic he once was.

But while he sat silent on his horse, a figure dressed as a cardinal next to him spoke to the Duke of Urbino.

"We do not intend to pursue the Spanish army." His words stunned the Duke of Urbino. "Our army has to cross the Apennine Mountains to pursue the Bourbon army. I am afraid that we will not be able to catch up with the French friendly forces to attack them from east to west. Our plan is to first

Go to Rome, and then go south to attack Naples according to the orders of His Majesty the True Pope. Or go and destroy the traitor in Pisa."

The republicans in Florence have now compromised with the true electorate pope again, but the Medici mercenary captain in Pisa cannot compromise.

The harm from within the family is obviously different from the harm from political opponents.

"Both Pisa and Naples are prosperous cities. Your Highness, Duke, are you interested in working with us to reimburse His Majesty the true Pope?" The temptation in the cardinal's voice made the Duke of Urbino feel hot.

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Half a month ago, the Duke of Bourbon began to move south with his violent troops. Along the way, the Republic of Liguria and the Principality of Modena honestly handed over huge ransoms to beg them not to rob.

The Duke of Bourbon received a ransom of more than 150,000 thalers without the use of swords.

If this money had been put in before the mutiny, it should have stabilized the troops, but the soldiers who had experienced the excitement of sacking Turin were no longer satisfied. They only restrained the urge to plunder the territories of Liguria and Modena, and still wanted to

Continue south.

"The captains all say that their men are still not satisfied." The Prince of Orange reported to the Duke of Bourbon. "I think they also want to get rich themselves."

Changes in mentality not only occurred among soldiers, but middle- and low-level officers were also stimulated by the benefits arranged by Generalissimo Doria.

It is so easy to get money after "showing dignity", so why not further "show dignity"?

Those who give money honestly will be spared, and those who refuse to pay will just go and get it.

The Duke of Bourbon was worried about where he would go next to find money to satisfy the desires of his troops. Is he really going to attack the territory of the Roman Church?

Although the Pope and Francois were in alliance, since the death of the Hohenstaufen family, the royal family of the Holy Roman Empire had never openly competed with the truly elected Pope.

After all, the Holy See is deeply entrenched. If he survives this time, he will definitely become a scapegoat.

"The officer told the soldiers that His Majesty the Pope really cared about the believers. He was just deceived by some treacherous cardinals. They went south to cut off the treacherous officials who deceived the saint." The Prince of Orange didn't know whether to be happy or troubled.

.It is just a traditional problem in the Spanish army. Although the current solution has freed the soldiers' hands and feet, it has made them more careless.

"No matter what, let's advance to Arezzo first." Arezzo is an important town in the Roman Church State. Marshal Doria and the Duke of Modena agreed to his request very quickly and fully, and the Duke of Bourbon did not do well either.

He really didn't want to arouse their resistance by robbing their territory. "Although Pisa and Florence are still nominally owned by the real elected pope, they are actually controlled by local nobles. These two famous cities should be able to satisfy their desires.

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"We should still look for opportunities to kill a few captains." Bravan Fugger refused to be led around. "The following criminals must pay a price, otherwise the order of the army will be loose and eventually turn into a mob."

However, the Duke of Bourbon and the Prince of Orange glanced at each other quickly and did not answer. Not to mention that Madrid had not yet responded. Even if the emperor ordered them to cut off the culprit, they would still find a way to avoid it.

They, a Frenchman and a Dutchman, really cannot kill the regimental commander. An officer of this level must have his own foundation.

Even civilian officers who were killed purely by virtue of bravery and luck must have been connected to a certain network by the time they reached this position.

Unless Ferdinand personally led the royal guards to take action, it would be absolutely foolproof. At least a veteran Spanish nobleman would be required to take charge of this cause and effect.

As a mage, Fugger thought of some tough measures. Although he was a pure loner in Spain, he was a true confidant of the emperor and was not in charge, so he would naturally work hard to protect Ferdinand's interests.

"Isn't there no chance? Those wing captains come together even for meetings now." The Duke of Bourbon found an excuse. In fact, wing captains also have different circles and internal conflicts, and they are divided into several small groups when they come together, not to mention

It is said that there is still internal conflict between the officer faction and the rebel faction.

There is still a chance for him to do it.

It's just that he wants to rely on this army to restore the Duchy of Bourbon. After he becomes a duke, he will leave. Forging such a big hatred for himself may have serious sequelae.

"Continue to talk to those captains and let them consider their family's ancient honor in Spain. We can convince them to deal with the rebellion on their own." The Prince of Orange once again put forward the suggestion of reconciliation, and not surprisingly, he got

With the approval of the Duke of Bourbon.

In fact, he also got some benefits. Generalissimo Andre Doria was obviously frightened by the massacre in Turin. He not only gave them the exact number they asked for, but also gave him tens of thousands of towers each.

Well, thank you very much for not looting the secondary towns of Liguria.
Chapter completed!