At this time, Sean didn't know what was happening in Vichy, nor did he know that there were many secret police in Vichy.
The appearance of the Bloodthirsty gave Director Daley an excuse to deploy his manpower to keep an eye on any outsider who appeared in Vichy town. He was well aware of the influence of a viscount here.
For this reason, Daly visited the Rose Garden in person and expressed his position to Cleveland in a very humble manner. Although he had some instinctive aversion to this, Cleveland neither objected nor approved. After all, the appearance of bloodthirsty people is never a good thing.
Outside the city of Daguerre, government troops and various auxiliary armies have eliminated the rebel forces outside the city. They have paid a heavy price for this, with as many as 3,000 people killed and countless injured.
For some reasons that should not be known to outsiders, it was the local militia groups that suffered more casualties. In the words of a certain big shot, local heroes should make more contributions to the well-being of the local people.
Except for the Genoa Civil Defense Force, their casualties were negligible. The number of casualties on the frontal battlefield was not as high as the number of casualties caused in street fighting and skirmishing encounters in some villages and towns. On the other hand, the reason was that Sean did not like it.
Fighting what General Schmidt called a "tough battle," he even disarmed the rebels in three villages and towns through negotiation.
Although General Schmidt criticized privately, saying that some people are naughty and always think first of how to save themselves during wars, and are unmanly, he was actually talking about Sean.
But Sean still completed his mission outstandingly and ensured the supply safety of the main force. Especially Sean sent people to take over the field hospital, rescued the dying and healed the wounded, and reduced many unnecessary casualties - this had a great impact on his own morale.
of improvement.
From the perspective of the Genoese, they are from the south of the Otter Mountains, and the war situation here really has nothing to do with them. Unlike the militia organized by the locals, they, outsiders, can cross the Otter Mountains at the expense of some soldiers.
, being loyal to the empire, it is difficult for others to hold them morally demanding.
If you have to criticize the Genoese Civil Defense Force, it must be because you are jealous of the Genoese businessmen who made a lot of money during this war. The Genoese businessmen responded the fastest, and various supplies of materials were constantly shipped from the south.
It was January 12, 1832, and Sean was ordered to come to the high command outside Daguerre to meet with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince.
Sean had been far away from the main battlefield before. He had not been to the high command since the war broke out. Unlike other commanders, he liked to go to the command to ask for support and supplies, or complain about the heavy casualties of his troops.
General Schmidt only read the news about the Civil Defense Force in Sean's daily battle report:
At a certain time on a certain day of a certain month, our army has occupied a certain place, wiped out a certain enemy, and suffered a certain casualty, but its morale is high. We are conducting careful reconnaissance of a certain place and expect to enter a certain place at a certain time on a certain day of a certain month.
Schmidt suspected that this might have been ghostwritten by Sean's staff officer, and that the time and place would only be changed.
But the military operations of the Civil Defense Force were impeccable.
Even several days after the crown prince arrived at the front line, the crown prince wrote a letter to all the officers and soldiers participating in the war, and Sean did not know that the supreme commander had arrived.
This is mainly because the Crown Prince did not interfere with General Schmidt's command, and his name does not appear in battle reports and military orders. Although regardless of his identity or his long-term military qualifications, he can personally give orders and direct the battle.
Then he naturally takes most of the credit on himself.
But all the crown prince did was focus on logistical supplies and condolences to the soldiers.
The Crown Prince's attitude has won him the respect of everyone. This is somewhat different from the rumors. Some people may be disappointed. Schmidt, who has a tough personality, gets along very well with the Crown Prince who has an equally tough personality.
When Sean came to the high command, the crown prince was meeting with guests. Lieutenant Frank revealed that Count Rene of Guinepoli was meeting with His Highness. The count brought a sum of three hundred thousand gold louis.
"The price of three hundred thousand is too low." Sean said.
The René family's behavior in this turmoil was very suspicious. Although they heard the news and announced that Jared René had been removed from the family long ago, his rebellious behavior had nothing to do with the family. Maybe the family was really wronged, but
It's hard to stop others.
At the critical moment on the eve of the fall of Moorish City, this family decisively abandoned Moorish City and its 200,000 residents, and the large amount of food they left behind became rations for the rebels. They were casually labeled as "secretly supporting the enemy"
The head will also make Count René unable to eat and walk around.
"So, with three hundred thousand, he can only get one chance to see His Highness." Frank joked, "Someone reported that the earl might have made some mistakes in the legal documents for the inheritance of the title. That was a long time ago.
Viscount, you are a noble, and you should know that the canonization documents need to be signed by the emperor himself. His Majesty is far away in the Holy City. If someone commits fraud, it is possible that His Majesty will be deceived."
"So..." Sean was curious.
"Count René said that right now, the people are in dire straits and many poor people are suffering. He is willing to distribute 80% of the family's land to the common people in order to help His Highness appease the people and restore people's livelihood." Frank said.
"This is really a compassionate nobleman." Sean shrugged, "How much is 80%? One hundred thousand hectares? Two hundred thousand hectares? This can feed a lot of people and also increase a lot of tax revenue for the empire."
He and Frank stood in the open space outside the camp, waiting to be summoned and chatting in the sun.
"In addition, His Highness has also received many criminal prosecution letters, such as killing civilians and blackmailing businessmen... In short, the Count is repenting to His Highness for his oversight, and he has given another 700,000 gold louis to prove his innocence.
." Frank continued.
No one cares whether these so-called reports are true or not. Even if they are true, the René family can introduce a scapegoat. Sean even suspects that someone authorized by the crown prince did it.
In short, one million gold louis and 80% of the land greatly damaged the René family's vitality. This is probably the accumulation of this family for hundreds of years.
It can be said that it was a desperate move. In the absence of strong evidence to prove that Count René himself participated in the rebellion, Count René finally saved his life. Compared with his wealth and life, wealth is really an extraneous thing.
This is also due to Sean, because he gave the crown prince eye drops in advance, and the surname Rene may have been recorded in the crown prince's little black book. With the clue in hand, the crown prince cannot easily spare this family.
Based on the rumors that Sean had heard about the Crown Prince's behavior, it was really strange that the Crown Prince patiently received Count René. It seemed that the Crown Prince was really short of money, so much so that he could tolerate this kind of transaction.
The crown prince's tent was opened, and Count René staggered out.
"You must be Viscount Connery, right?" Count Rene glanced at Sean's uniform and suddenly stopped.
As an earl, he used honorifics to a viscount and kept his attitude low.
"My lord, I am Viscount Connery." Sean responded calmly.
"You are really young and promising." Count René said, "Moor City is where the René family has lived for generations, but it was a pity that it was brutally attacked by the rebels. I heard that the Viscount had regained Moor City. I cried with joy. This is really a blessing. In order to thank Genoa
Regarding the contribution of the Civil Defense Force, the René family is going to donate a sum of materials to your army. I hope your army will make great achievements again and wipe out all the rebels!"
This was really an unexpected gain. It seemed that the earl was forced into a desperate situation. Sean smiled and said: "Thank you, Lord earl, for your generosity."
Count René left, and Sean noticed that it took him three attempts to get on his horse.
The interview took place in the presence of Lieutenant Frank and General Schmidt.
"Viscount, nice to see you."
After returning the military salute, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince took the initiative and looked at Sean with sharp eyes, especially noticing that Sean also had blond hair.
As expected, the crown prince's face was very serious, making people afraid to make mistakes. He said he was very happy, but his tone did not mean that at all.
"Your Highness, I am honored to meet you. Please allow me to pay tribute to you on behalf of the Genoese people!" Sean said.
"Very good, I heard that your Genoa Civil Defense Force is well-trained, especially the military discipline has always been good. You single-handedly liberated Moorish City. What I am more concerned about is that you can restore order in Moorish City well.
So that the imperial subjects there can live and work in peace and contentment as soon as possible.
Sorry, this corrects my long-held prejudice against southerners. It shows that there are brave soldiers regardless of north or south. Viscount, you are an excellent commander and a fair nobleman, especially when you are so young.
By the way, how old are you this year?"
The crown prince nodded in approval. Perhaps it was because he had gained a lot today and he talked a bit too much.
"Your Highness, I will be 21 years old soon." Sean replied.
The crown prince said: "Well, very young. When I was 21 years old, I was only a major. Of course, this is probably partly because of my last name."
General Schmidt unexpectedly interjected:
"Your Highness is too humble. I just heard that you were suppressed in the military because of your surname. Because His Majesty was worried that you would be proud and complacent. However, it turns out that Your Majesty was overly concerned and you should get a higher military rank."
Obviously, the Crown Prince was a little surprised by General Schmidt's compliment, but that was not the case. The Crown Prince's talents and role were suppressed by the Emperor, which has always been a secret topic.
The crown prince changed the topic and said to Sean: "Viscount, I haven't thanked you in person for the 200,000 gold Louis funds donated, although I haven't seen what those checks look like, they were spent."
"Your Highness, but they were spent on blades and turned into guns, gunpowder, military coats and military boots, right?" General Schmidt explained quickly.
"My general, I am not blaming you. You are a pure general, you only do what you think is right, which is a good advantage, especially for a soldier. But generally speaking
, this is also a shortcoming." The crown prince's words are profound.
General Schmidt said: "Your Highness, I am not a politician!"
The crown prince turned to Sean and asked: "Viscount, what do you think?"
"The army is just the bayonet of the empire's will. It only asks who the enemy is, nothing else!" Sean expressed his loyalty.
"The bayonet of the will of the empire? Very good! This is a very insightful statement. I believe that with the excellent command of General Schmidt and the powerful assistance of loyal people like the Viscount, we will soon capture Daguerre." The Crown Prince shook his hand.
said with fists.
"Long live the Empire!" Sean stood at attention.
General Schmidt glared at Sean because his reaction was a beat too slow: