The Eagle of Eastern Europe

"Constantinople, Constantinople..."

Mircea said the name of this city over and over again. This city was the place that everyone longed for, and the Ottomans actually wanted to capture it.

In fact, think about it, starting hundreds of years ago, Persians, Slavs, Arabs, etc. took turns to take over this city that the world longed for. But they all failed.

However, they never expected that they would be stabbed in the back by those "brothers" from the west in 1204. Although they have recovered now, they are no longer as glorious as they were in the past.

"So, will they attack here next?"

"Well, Anatolia has already fought with Greece and has an armistice agreement with our country. The only direction of expansion is Constantinople."

Mircea began to have an idea. While the Ottomans were attacking Constantinople, he led the Wallachian army to save the battlefield. That would be recognized by everyone as the savior of Constantinople. When the time comes...

"Would they really do that?"

"Well, they certainly will."

Mircea didn't say anything about his son's affirmation, but something called ambition began to grow crazily, and the idea of ​​making the family admired by everyone had taken root.

Taking away this topic, Peter asked Mircea another question. "Does Father know what exactly we rule?"

Mircea thought for a moment and then replied: "If the territory is closed for thousands of miles in the future, then the rule cannot radiate to every corner of the country. Each noble, commander or local governor manages these territories on his behalf. We rule them and they manage it for us." Lower subjects.”

This is the most basic idea of ​​Western feudal jurisprudence, and it also governs the core of the law in most countries - the vassals of my vassals are not my vassals.

"Father, in fact, these citizens are the foundation of the ruler. I once heard a famous saying from the East, water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it. It is they who provide taxes, provide soldiers, help transmit trade, and help Give faith.”

Mircea was a little overwhelmed by this comment, and then he said: "This is really unheard of, and those nobles may rise up to resist."

"If you want to judge the benefits and risks, it is actually very simple. If the nobles... oh no, the warlords choose to start a rebellion, then we can incite the people to resist the warlords. Although the cost is relatively heavy, our rule will be particularly strong in the future. "

"Change, I'm afraid those people will block it."

"It's not up to them, father, just look at Rome. When Rome was strong, they believed that change would bring about decline, and chose to give up. When Rome continued to weaken due to the invasion of pagans and internal wars, they believed that change would bring about decline. Change would consume the already limited national power, so they also chose to avoid it. Now, Rome was almost forced to the point where there was only one city left. They still talked about the change with disdain, believing that the change would destroy the last foundation. "

Mircea did not expect Peter to say such words. Although it was exciting, it also made a lot of sense. It takes him a long time to digest.

Mrs. Maria didn't have so many ideas. She just wanted her son to live happily. In the past few days, I have been asking for help, for fear that he would suffer.

Also, Peter had several competitions with his brother and won them all. This made Mihai very unconvinced, but the child was coaxed by Peter with some things.

These days, the whole family is enjoying themselves happily, as if the father is kind and the son is filial, and the brothers and sisters are respectful.

While living a happy life, Peter did not forget about business. After putting the assassin in jail, Petkov began his performance. Some of his special punishments were used, which on the surface did not cause any harm, but in fact, they hurt under the skin and in the heart.

At first, that person would rather die than surrender, but after two days he fully explained everything. It was indeed a spontaneous act on his part, but it was sponsored by a Sufi order.

This sect is called the Baitaksh sect, which is a branch of the Yasavi sect formed by the Turkic tribes in Central Asia. They are keen to launch holy wars and live for conquest. All the Ottoman Yenicherries are members of this order.

"I knew how he could be alone."

In Petkov's report, he wrote that the Baitakshi Order spent 1,200 gold coins for his smooth entry into Sofia. Guards and some officials also accepted bribes, and this led to the assassination.

"Sir, how should we deal with it?" Petkov asked Peter.

"Investigate one by one. If you collude with them, arrest them. If you are just greedy for money, you will pay double the amount."

Peter didn't want to go on a killing spree, but it was okay to take this opportunity to put the government in order. Those who engage in corruption and betrayal of intelligence will be punished accordingly according to the degree of crime. Not only can it purify the officialdom, but it can also deter the remaining officials.

"As for those religious groups, leave no one behind!"

When Peter said this, he also stabbed it hard with his pen. The Catholic Order and the Crescent Order were unstable factors and must be banned.

Peter gave Petkov very wide authority. As long as the identity of the other party was confirmed, the whole family would be arrested. I don't know if this is considered a joint attack.

The first batch of spies are already operating in the Balkans, and they will send important information back to the country from time to time. The equipped connector will disguise himself as a businessman, traveler or other character and hide in the market. Even if the other party is a fox, he will not be found.

----Dividing line----

Time passed quickly, and the Grand Duke was about to go to the last place, Burgas. Peter showered them with gifts and was escorted by Constantine.

Before leaving, Mrs. Maria hugged him tightly. She felt very reluctant to part with him. After leaving, she didn't know when he would come back.

During this period, some Osmansipaxi planned to take this opportunity to go to the pot. But they were all killed back by the Wallachian army. Small-scale robberies occurred one after another on the border between the two countries. Either they plunder cattle and sheep today, or they capture a slave tomorrow. But after hanging the corpses on the wooden stakes, some people were frightened, wondering why the other party was so cruel and even more powerful than them.

Some Sipashi and religious people were so frightened that they sold their land and property with the intention of returning to Anatolia or settling elsewhere in the Balkans. Anyway, I don’t want to look at the corpses here anymore, it’s easy to have nightmares at night.

A population movement began, based on religious beliefs. As the Balkans and Anatolia moved toward each other, the policies of the two countries also served as a booster. People who did not want to be oppressed began to move to Wallachia with their families, and vice versa.

Some of the people who migrated to Wallachia were craftsmen and academics with craftsmanship. Like the farmers, they brought vitality to Wallachia's economy and culture. Moreover, regardless of the governor's origin, as long as he believes in the Orthodox Church and is loyal to him, he can go about his business with peace of mind.