The huge Balmok delegation arrived in Rossburg, cheering thousands of Russians.
It is said that the Balmoks who are allied with our side are also a strong force, but now it turns out that it is true.
Travellers in Balmok jumped off their sleds one after another and stepped onto the frozen beach, marveling at the towering wooden walls and the large number of moored ships.
Rurik knew that they would come to visit in winter, but he just didn’t expect that they would come in such a large number of people.
A horde of hungry guys arrive at Roseburg? As a landowner, they should be entertained, but Rurik was not happy whether he would be feasted on by them for a long time.
Fortunately, the situation is not bad. These people are all armed travelers, carrying silver and copper coins with them. With their money, they could buy fresh seal meat and cod meat caught in the winter in Fort Ross, and Rurik was also willing to sell them a batch of wheat at a fair price.
All the family leaders in Balmok sent envoys, all of whom were their sons.
After all, they were all comrades who fought side by side in Britain a year ago. Rurik immediately entertained this large group of allies who came from afar in the conference hall on the first floor of his palace.
The Principality of Rus has a state banquet, and Rurik is naturally particular about eating.
Rurik sat in the core seat, while Otto, Harozosson, Arik and others sat in the secondary seats.
All the messengers sat on both sides.
In front of them was a crystal-clear die-cast glass dinner plate with oily roasted seal meat, honey ale, and a small amount of dried raspberries. There is also a pottery bowl here, which contains a thick soup made of yellow carrots, cabbage, and onions. The most important thing is the cake baked with fine oat flour sifted through a twine sieve.
The delicious meal is fragrant, and everyone is holding glasses and drinking wine.
Just sharing meals would be a bit monotonous. When everyone was astonished, Nolen led the sisters with a smile and held musical instruments.
The sound of flutes and drums came from the warm hall, and Nolen's eyes occasionally glanced at his two brothers. It was obvious that this girl was living a good life in Ross.
With another round of praise and courtesy, the tired people had this extremely luxurious meal, and their souls were purified by the music. Everyone relaxed and their fatigue seemed to disappear.
Otto and a group of other old Russians were already familiar with Biyongni, and the other envoys must have followed this man's orders.
Otto still bless you and must be vigilant. Deluririk said bluntly, "Now that everyone is full, Biyoni, if you bring an expeditionary force to our territory, I'm afraid you will not only bring There is goodwill and the need to fight."
Biyongni quickly raised his head and complimented: "Yes, I have the request of the Balmok leader."
"War? Who?" Rurik also raised his chest and glanced at the corner of his mouth: "Let me guess, it must be to attack Britain. After you tasted the sweetness, you invited us to fight together. I remember weThere was such an agreement last year. "
The sudden joyful expressions on Biyongni and the envoys said everything.
"Indeed. Biyongni simply stood up and said, "Russ is very powerful. Let's form a coalition to attack Northumbria." Didn’t the king say that? A territory is allocated to us, and we are going to get it this year. ”
“So your needs are not just that. ”
“Of course. Biyongni walked around, his blue eyes full of bloodshot eyes, and a ball of fire ignited in his pupils. "I heard that their core is York, so we will fight York." ”
Actually, Rurik felt it was a bit inappropriate. Did the Balmoks really become arrogant after winning a battle? Of course it is possible to attack York, but will this kind of reckless advancement be met with Failed?
Try to be cautious about war. After all, this is not about defending your own territory, but actively invading others.
But the strong men of Russia are brave and eager to fight. A new battle is needed! The young man also needs a victory as proof of his manliness.
Rurik glanced at his father and exchanged looks with Otto.
It was already very clear that Rurik should be responsible for Ross's government affairs. He coughed twice and said solemnly, "We can attack Northumbria again. However, our army may not send many troops, and the current problems in Denmark are also very complicated. ”
“Are you worried about the Danes? Those guys are terrible! Biyongni showed his contemptuous attitude again.
“Denmark needs to be taken seriously, but I met their leader when I returned last year. The strongest man in Denmark was killed by me! "
"Killed by you? Did you chop off that man's head with a sword? "Biyongni showed an incredible expression again.
"It was hit by my big boat and turned into fish and feed. Denmark is now in chaos, so I am more interested in grabbing profits in Denmark than in an expedition to Britain. "
"This...brother. I still want to attack Britain. "
Rurik raised his right hand, "Let's stop here. I will send troops, but this is a war issue and we should all be cautious. We Ross are going to talk it over, and you and your friends are in for a treat. But your entourage..."
Rurik gave an arrangement that sounded very good, "Russ is still under construction, and we need a lot of strong men. Your followers will cut wood and transport ore for me, and I will pay you in wheat and silver coins. ”
Back in Ross, brothers Biyongni and Floki once again took a very comfortable bath and got into the steam room to enjoy the sauna.
Biyongni was not the first There is no time to ask about the ship. There is no need to ask about it. The big ship is standing on the beach.
Biyongni and the others rested for three days in a row. There were many newly built houses in Ross. All the followers were given a warm place to live.
A new group of reliable labor force appeared!
Rurik did not hesitate to give them a sum of money, which was even more special.Arrange for these guys to pull sleds and go to the mountains to work as miners.
This group of Balmok men already have excellent physical strength, which allowed them to cross the mountains all the way to Ross. Another point is that Rurik needs this group of people to be stronger so that they can have a greater advantage in possible future wars.
Hit Northumbria again? Are you going to rush directly to York and promote that town this year?
Rurik was really naive in the past, but now he also has a desire for this kind of war.
Byony has been in Rossburg for nearly half a month, and the three hundred followers he brought have become complete miners. It's not enough to just give them money and wheat. These men have a simple need, which is to give themselves a better weapon.
A remarkable steel sword? No problem at all. But the price was sixty silver coins, and Rurik refused to bargain.
Even so, these Balmok travelers have no complaints. Even if the people who made the swords are a group of young blacksmiths, they just hope that after putting in a lot of effort, they can get a good one that can cut ordinary iron bars. sword.
Kamne and his men are now a group of blacksmiths whose number has expanded to nearly thirty people. They may only look young, but they are already masters in the craft of blacksmithing.
The "Balmok Miners" learned from the Russians, specifically the "thermal expansion and contraction method" that Rurik told Klavasen, setting fires and then melting snow and pouring ice water on the spot. This disintegrating mineral vein is very efficient to mine.
Ore was poured into Rossburg’s blast furnace at an unprecedented rate, and even the supply of carbon blocks became tight.
They really don’t know that Rurik actually earns a lot. The Balmok travelers are willing to put in a lot of labor for a steel sword. They are actually a cheaper and more efficient labor force.
Kamnier and his guys adopted the steel-frying method. After making carbon steel ingots based on experience, they continued to forge them.
Compared to surface carburized swords, these steel swords have better performance and higher production efficiency.
It is also through this method that the number of steel-arm crossbows owned by the Russians has also been greatly increased.
As far as the Principality of Ross is concerned, orthodox Ross warriors have completely replaced steel weapons, and now many people are eyeing iron armor...
Live together with real Ross people , from the initial surprise and envy to now they have become more and more accustomed to it.
Brothers Biyonnivolki, they are happy to walk on the wooden walls of Roseburg, and then swim on the ice, chatting with their sister, and facing the gilded statues of the gods in the open temple The bronze statue knelt down and worshiped, and even teased Rurik's first daughter Velika. In terms of general affection, Biyongni is also the uncle of this girl's half-grandfather and half-grandmother
Rurik bought all the salt and whale oil he brought over, and the former can use the Russians as middlemen It was profitable to transport it to Novgorod, which was an excellent lubricant for ship cables and a raw material for soap.
Biyongni is still waiting, hoping to stay inKe will give an answer to the question of sending troops.
As the time approached March, the Russians finally completed their discussions.
A military meeting was held on the first floor of the palace.
This was a private meeting, with only Rurik, Otto and Biyoni attending.
"Now we have discussed it, including the matter of sailing the big ship sold to you to Balmok." Rurik said solemnly.
The entire Principality of Rus, the architect of Rurik's military plan, and others had no intention of questioning fundamental issues and only made suggestions on minor issues.
Ross and Balmok are allies. Since there is going to be a war, of course everyone should rush forward together. But there is a question of priority here, and it is not only Ross who is participating in the war. Rurik intends to bring the vassals Ostara and Kovin together.
The Russians must obtain the highest military command authority, specifically Rurik as the commander-in-chief.
Ross will dispatch five hundred elite infantry, a "Warrior Flag Team", who will be equipped with the best weapons into battle.
Ross will also organize a shooting flag team composed of Covins, New Ostarans, and elite mercenaries, with a number of about 300 people.
The Russian army includes ship sailors and various types of warriors, with a total number of approximately one thousand people.
"This is my plan. I must serve as the commander-in-chief. As for how many troops the Balmoks will send, I hope you will send more troops."
In fact, this information about sending troops is more than Yongni was frightened when he heard this.
Biyongni covered his heart and asked, "Brother, these thousand people want to arrive in Balmok first? How do you do it? Is it possible to organize a huge fleet?"
"Exactly." Rurik also felt that his plan was risky, but once it succeeded, he would prove that the Ross fleet indeed had strong expeditionary capabilities!
"But you...have a fleet of one thousand people. Do you rely on those big ships?"
"Brother Biyongni, your question is unnecessary." Rick said with determination, "You want to fight, okay! Since we have formed a coalition, we can't fight in a small way. I know that many Balmoks want to occupy a piece of British land to live. In order to avoid future troubles, we must fight. Conquer Northumbria. Since we want to attack York, we can't stick to looting. We will occupy York and make it a space for our brothers to move."
Listen to this even crazier plan. Yongni was overjoyed and asked again, "Are you... planning to send all the big ships in Ross?"
"I will use eight large ships as ships and at least ten armed cargo ships as attachments. You know Yes, it is very easy for my big ship to carry a hundred people on a long voyage. You must know the purpose of bringing a lot of cargo ships."
Biyongni chuckled, "I understand. Cargo to my hometown. More ships are to be loaded with loot in Britain."
"I think you know the time for the battle.Chu, we should suddenly appear when the enemy has just finished harvesting wheat. We don't care whether they live or die, but we brothers have to eat a lot of wheat, and their farmland and pastures will become ours. ”
Biyongni was really happy, but he didn’t know the purpose behind the sullen expressions of the Rurik brothers in front of him, which was to annex Balmok to direct rule.
Fighting side by side and the Russian army is the main force, it is Rurik who wants to attract the attention of ordinary Balmok people through his military prowess.
Heroes, Rurik knew that he wanted to provide them with the possibility of making money and meritorious service, and they became spontaneously attached to him.
In other words, the concept of Balmok is meaningless and constitutes the power of Balmok. The 20,000 people and the ice-free port are what Rurik longs for.
Leading the Balmoks to another great victory, he can ask all the family leaders for help. Recognition of the highest authority.
Everything is planned with the premise that the Ross expeditionary force can go to Northumbria and kill all sides. As for how many troops the Balmoks will send, Rurik even knows that. I hope they don’t take the initiative of too many people, so the glory belongs to Ross and himself
Biyoni was extremely excited, and Ross fully recognized the Balmok’s desire to fight. He finally shouted: "We at least. Send two thousand troops. We organized an army of three thousand men and went to Shetland to recruit local fishermen. Our huge army simply destroyed Northumbria. Let us be the new chieftains of Northumbria. "
Rurik was also very happy to hear this. Taking advantage of Biyongni's excitement, he shouted: "Okay! You come as Princip of Northumbria, and you migrate with your warriors to establish power in warm lands. In this way, there will be fewer people in Narvik..."
Rurik shrugged again deliberately, "My son Noren and I have no choice but to inherit the power of his grandfather Magnute and continue to be Narvik. Princip in the Vic Zone. ”
Rurik was really testing Biyongni’s reaction. The young man actually laughed heartily and said that this proposal was great.
He was just crazy. Remarks from the bottom of my heart!
Rurik followed the trend and said, "I know that your family does not have absolute power in Balmok, so you need your military exploits to be recognized by everyone. We swear to the sun that our brothers will gain supreme power. Brother Biyongni, maybe you can have the whole of Britain, and that's all your territory. "
Rurik's words directly inspired Biyongni's strong ambition, "Is this... really possible? ”
“Of course! "
Biyongni also smiled, and turned his head to look into Rurik's eyes again, "But brother, you are nobler than me, why don't you want to be the leader of Britain? In my opinion, if you want to do it, you can absolutely do it. "
This question really caught people off guard.
Otto, who was listening, laughed loudly, covering his son's head with his old big hands,"Byony, you still don't understand my son. We Russians have been chasing the sun since ancient times, and we have been running towards the eastern world."
Rurik immediately said, "Yes. The west is full of The unknown sea is an endless forest in the east. If we explore in different directions, we will become more prosperous."
Needless to say, Biyongni is particularly looking forward to belonging. The Balmoqs' large ship was launched. He also expected the Russians to form a huge fleet so that they could see the majestic military power. When he also learned that the Russians would complete the "Eighty-Eight Fleet" plan next year, and they would be able to go out as the "Fourth Fleet" this year, there were some shocks and some surprises here. Unspeakable envy.
Unfortunately, the Balmoq people cannot afford to build such a large ship, and they have no money to buy it now.
Perhaps the only solution is to loot in Britain, or even expedition to the Franks, and then buy the treasures from the Rus.