Conquest

    Chapter 120—The Call of the Lonely Star of Heaven

    If you want to use a word to describe the Imperial Capital Osgiliath of the Byzantine Empire, then the term must be:

    Miracle

    I used to have a famous poet on the mainland hundreds of years ago. When he first came to Osgiliath, he made such a feeling: when you stand in front of it, you will find all your words, all Gorgeous rhetoric, it seems so pale at this moment! At this moment, my only impulse is to kneel down, kneel on the ground, kiss the land with the most awe and fear, and kiss this miracle city built by mankind! ! !

    At first glance, I saw this city of miracles, and the impression of hillbilly was shocking.

    The most straightforward sense of shock! This shock is like pouring a bucket of cold water into the head! It makes people feel like a force to wash the whole body. Every nerve and every hair seems to be erected. The excitement and excitement will make you have an inexplicable excitement and impulsiveness that you can't help. I want to kneel on the ground and cheer and praise for the miracle.

    Shaar's feelings at the moment are generally like this.

    His mouth is as if he can swallow an egg, his eyes are like a bull's eye!

    Osgiliath's location is right on the sea in the inner sea of ​​the Byzantine Empire.

    Its terrain is like a giant peninsula that protrudes into the sea from the entire continent. It seems that when God created the world, he deliberately cut a piece of the original peak on the peninsula that protruded from the sea, turning the small land that broke into the sea into a semi-hillside terrain.

    The entire Osgiliath was built in such a unique environment. As a peninsula that stretches into the sea, it is surrounded by the sea on three sides, but only the south side is a flat beach, and the other two sides are steep cliffs of up to tens of meters! Under the tidal action of the ocean, the turbulent waves of the year and the dangerous reefs and the tens of meters of cliffs have become the natural barriers to the east and north of the city…It seems that the rulers of the empire still believe that this is not safe. A giant wall with a height of 20 meters and a width of 10 meters is still built on the cliff! There is also a huge tower built on top of the city wall. There is one tower every few hundred meters, which is equipped with a cannon and a Tibetan bunker that can attack the sea remotely.

    The walls were constructed of blue and white polished square stones, and each wall stone is said to weigh at least a few hundred kilograms. The highest part of the city wall, if calculated and the gap under the cliff, even reached more than 100 meters!

    And this is not the most spectacular place.

    On the west side of the peninsula leading to the mainland, one of the most spectacular walls on the mainland is considered to be there, cutting the peninsula and the mainland directly into two parts.

    This is where the main entrance to Osgiliath is. The city wall is 30 meters tall and the highest place is 50 meters! The wall of this side is a few miles long. There are a total of twelve gate exits on this wall. The middle of the city is the famous Arc de Triomphe on the mainland. There are at least ten horse carriages under the wide gate. !

    Twelve gates, each of which is arched and filled with the style of Byzantine architecture, and the gates are full of the most magnificent and spectacular carvings, engraving the statues of outstanding heroes of the Byzantine Empire in the city. On the wall of the door, it is like an ancient hero watching the mainland city. Around the rounded roof of the tower is a towering four towering towers, each of which is at least ten meters in diameter, and can accommodate enough soldiers to guard the gates.

    It fell in the eyes of Shaar, and what he saw was the wall of the west side of Osgiliath facing the mainland!

    His first reaction was: this is not a city wall at all, but a mountain on the horizontal horizon that can't see the end! ! The neat rows of square walls are high and the walls are so sighing that Shaar sees almost even the chin on the ground!

    Looking at it, the walls are full of flying flags, and the pure blue giant wall stone is piled there, as if it were a sleeping monster…Under the sun, people even have a feeling of sacredness and awe.

    Shaar's shock lasted for a quarter of an hour. When he came back, he still stared at the distant majestic wall of the mountain, muttering: "Hell…It took so many years for Byzantine to build a city like this…"

    "Forty years."Guro didn't know when the horse came to Shaar's side. Guro knew that Mr. Shaar was coming to Osgiliath for the first time, and even knew that Shaar was not a Byzantine. Chubby looked at Osgiliath in the distance, although this was not the first time he came here, but Atlantean was still shocked. He whispered to Shaar's question: "The Byzantine Empire is building this most prestigious mainland miracle. City, it took 40 years! And that's just to make the city wall have a preliminary scale, and after it's built, let the city become what it is today, they have spent more than two hundred years! ! After six dynasties and more than a dozen emperors, I finally made the city look like today. ”

    Shaar took a sigh of relief.

    Two hundred and forty years…

    "Let's go." Let's go in from the Arc de Triomphe. The first time you came to Osgiliath, if you don't go to see the Arc de Triomphe, it is a kind of regret in life! ”Guro hēi hēi smiled: "When I first passed the Arc de Triomphe, I almost lost my eyes."

    After marching for a long time in this Xiongcheng, the talents finally reached the wall…

    Putting it in front of Shaar is another miracle!

    In front of it is a big river! To be precise, it is a river that is manually excavated!

    According to Guro, hundreds of years ago, a Byzantine emperor ordered that the peninsula of Osgiliath face the direction of Osgiliath and completely cut along the line of the city wall! ! ! It has been built into an artificial river that is ten miles long! !

    The river bank of this artificial river is covered with marble, and the river bed is as deep as ten meters. It took 16 years to complete the success. The seawater was introduced at the estuary of both ends, making this artificial river a moat to the west of Osgiliath.

    The narrowest part of the moat is also 50 meters wide, and the widest place even reaches more than 100 meters!

    Under the twelve gates of the western wall, in order to connect the two banks, a total of twelve stone bridges were built along the artificial river! The narrowest stone bridge is ten meters wide, and the widest stone bridge, that is, the stone bridge leading to the Arc de Triomphe is 50 meters wide!

    Twelve huge stone bridges, the twelve links of the peninsula to the mainland.

    You can say that…If the twelve bridges are cut off, then Osgiliath can even be said to have become an island surrounded by water!

    Shaar followed the caravan to the other side of the Arc de Triomphe Bridge, and after hundreds of years of operation, the end of the bridge has formed a small market town, but the town's lively degree, has been far more than wildfire town, Shaar follow the caravan in the market town slowly through, Watching the lively crowd and the wealthy mainland traveler merchants, watching the Byzantine soldier patrolling with bright armor …..

    When he finally came to the west bank of the bridge, looking at the tens of meters wide bridge in front of him, Shaar was once again stunned!

    The bridgehead in the West Bank has two towers, where a empire's imperial infantry is stationed. From the perspective of bright armor and weapon, they are well equipped and tall and tall. The wide bridge is full of pedestrian carriage horses, the bridge deck is made of square giant stones, and the side rails are round columns with stone piles.

    When the caravan on the bridge showed the garrison documents, and then in the crowd slowly forward, Shaar was able to carefully see the scenery on both sides, the bridge under the foot is a wide artificial river, the bridge is close to the river and nearly a few meters of bridge arch, the hundreds of meters of bridges with more than 10 giant shiliang erected on the artificial river, The river is turquoise, apparently the introduction of seawater, and there are some small size boats on the river to patrol back and forth, from the flag hanging from the ship, it is obviously the Army patrol ship.

    Both sides are canals, overlooking from far away, barely can see the outlines of other bridges and gates in the distance, but the distance is too far, not too real, but even so, it is enough to shock people.

    When walking across the stone bridge and standing under the Arc de Triomphe, Shaar finally sighed again – although he saw too much before, his ability has increased a lot, but the first time he saw the Arc de Triomphe, he will still make him a hillbilly shock stay.

    There are three gates under the Arc de Triomphe, and the most central one is 50 meters high. Standing in the gate of the city, you may even have the illusion that such a tall gate does not seem to be used for human walking. It is used to prepare for the legendary god.

    In the shape of the arched city gate, every stone is piled up neatly, and there is no trace of bulge and ripples! Above the huge huge city gate, the towering four towers on the tower seem to be inserted directly into the cloud. The flags are floating on the top of the tall circular tower, and on both sides of the gate, the two sides of the outer city protrude. Deputy tower…All of this adds up to the fact that once the war arrives, every tower can become a military fortress in the shortest possible time – and it is the most difficult to overcome!

    "The legendary Commander-in-Chief of the history of the Byzantine Empire once said: Even if you give me a million troops, plus unlimited logistics, if I want to conquer this city, it is definitely A nightmare!"Guro sighed softly around him.

    Shaar moved and looked at the chubby.

    At this time, Shaar, who had just stepped out of the Arc de Triomphe, rode on the horse and heard a familiar voice coming from afar.

    Aha! You are a little hillbilly, Father has been waiting for you for so many days, you can count it for you! ! ”

    Shaar looked at it and saw that it was not far from the left side. There were several warriors in the crowd wearing the army's light soft armor. There was a chubby in the middle. The chubby was full of flesh and blood, but his face was strange. Smile. Standing on the street, laughing at Shaar.

    “General Ruhr !”Shaar immediately jumped out of Malay and squeezed from the crowd. In front of him, Ruhr grabbed Shaar's shoulder and snorted on his chest: "damn it, you guys have spent so many days coming. Can make Father anxious!"

    Shaar looked at Ruhr's look. The guy took off his military attire, wore a light aristocrat-style warrior gown, and wore a huge ruby ​​ring on his finger, and the shiny boots were like a Aristocrat Master travels the same.

    Ruhr looked at Atlantis and Wolf Fang Warriors' Group behind Shaar, and Rabbit General frowned slightly: "Atlantean?" How do you get together with a group of pirates. ”

    Shaar smiled: "There was something on the road…Um, it’s you, it looks like you look good, it’s a lot fatter than it’s. ”

    Ruhr's face slammed down, and he slammed his voice and pulled Shaar to the side, whispering: "damn it! Father recently, the tea house is not dead, and he almost has to commit suicide! This time, I can really get a bad luck luck! After Father returned to Imperial Capital, the military actually ordered an order that made me almost scared to death! ”

    "What?"

    "This General I!"Ruhr stood up and made a look of disgust: "My 6th Army General position was revoked! The military has transferred me to other units! My new official position is…YesIt is his damn it thirteenth cavalry Army Commander-in-Chief! Do you understand? Kid! Now that Fan is your top boss, after that, Father is the new generation of Tyrannical General, that is…It's the new Chief of the Rhodelia Cavalry Army! ”

    Shaar was stunned, his expression became very weird, as if with a lot of strength to suppress the urge to exclaim, the voice was a little hoarse, and squeezed a word from his mouth: "You…You mean, you, you replaced the position of General Adrick? you……"

    Chubby's arrogant look immediately stunned. He frustrated and grabbed the fat on his face: "I don't know if the people in the military are mad at the brain!" Father's nickname is Rabbit General! Actually let me go to the Commander 13th Army? ! ”

    rabbitCommanda group of lions…"Shaar rolled his eyes.

    He immediately remembered one thing: "That…What about General Adrick? ”

    HeRuhr whispered a curse: "The boss of your former boss is not too small…"

    Shaar immediately opened his eyes, and Ruhr quickly pressed him: "Don't worry! He is promoted! He is now appointed as Vice-chancellor of Military Affairs! This rise, he can now be regarded as the second character of the emperor team – well, if only from the position. ”

    "Is it promoted?"Shaar didn't react. It was a problem. But when he learned that Adrick was promoted, Shaar was relieved. He smiled and his attention was refocused on Ruhr's body: "Oh, that's it, you are my head now. Boss! ButI have some doubts, are you…Can you be the best thirteen cavalry army? It’s pretty good to run away, but what about snoring…”

    Ruhr was furious and stared at Shaar: "Shut up, you kid! I am your boss now! Be careful, I will take you off and send you to the camp! ”

    But then chubby sighed and looked at Shaar and whispered: "I am anxious to wait here for you because of this…Hey, I know that the first time you come to Osgiliath, you will definitely go to the Arc de Triomphe, and everyone who comes to Osgiliath for the first time will do the same. ”

    After a pause, Rabbit General sighed: "I am very willing to be your boss, but now it seems that you are not likely to stay in the 13th Army."

“……”Shaar stunned.

    There was some dissatisfaction in his heart—he had no sense of belonging to the empire. The only sense of belonging was placed on the brothers of the 13th Army, leaving him to leave the 13th Army and go to other units to work for this empire.

    Father didn't have the leisure time!

    Really transferred me to other places, and Father took off the skin and went home as a hunter.

    How smart Ruhr is, he is familiar with Shaar's temperament. When the little guy's eyebrows are picked, he knows what the other person's mind is. He quickly appeased Shaar: "This is not necessarily a bad thing. Let's go back and say this, you should say goodbye to your companion first, then go back with me, I will explain it slowly with you. ”

    Shaar also knew that the lively street was not the place to talk. He went back and greeted Guro. Guro smiled and gave Shaar a ritual: "Lord Shaar, it is our pleasure to be with you all the way, no matter what. How, please don't forget, there is another friend in your Gallon Trading Company called Guro. Oh, let's go to the location of Gallon Trading Company in Osgiliath. If you have time, please settle down, be sure to send someone to send me a letter, everyone is always friends. ”

    Shaar simply agreed, Guro said the Galles mercers at the address of the Imperial Capital site – in fact, not to mention, their merchants are very famous, can be found in Imperial Capital.

    After Guro's departure, Alfred Carter also walked up and took the initiative to Shaar: "Lord Shaar, we first went to the contest's warrior Guild to sign up, and then I will find a place to stay. Not surprisingly, we will stay in the old lighthouse hotel near the pier in the south of the city. The hotel is very famous near the pier. You can always send someone to find me. ”

    Shaar nodded and remembered the address very seriously. He said, "Okay, don't worry, I will send someone to inform you tomorrow."

    The people of Atlantean and Wolf Fang Warriors' Group have left. General Ruhr has been standing far and far from being close. He is the senior general of the army and the aristocrat title. There are naturally some shelves and styles.

    When these people left, Ruhr took Shaar and rode away.

    "I tell you kid, you can have some trouble this time."On the way, Ruhr couldn't wait to confess to Shaar: "The Emperor's Majesty conveyed the order. Once you report it, let you see it immediately!" His Majesty the Emperor must meet you personally…I can't tell if this is a good thing. Eh, I hope it is a good thing, after all, you killed Bonfrett's little white face. ButIt is also dangerous to enter the Imperial Palace. You have to be careful with your Crown Prince. However, I heard that the Crown Prince prince has been living in the palace of his eastern suburbs, and may not meet you. ”

    After a pause, looking at Shaar's indifferent expression, Ruhr sighed: "These are not the most important, the important thing is…One person has sent someone to inform me and confessed me one thing. Once you come to Imperial Capital, I will take you to see him immediately. This person should look at you well. ”

    “Who…Who is that?” Who wants to see me? ”

    "Carvesylver."When Chubby reported the name, he suddenly chilled! The face of obesity flashed a look of fear. He lowered his voice and his tone was very serious: "Kid, you have listened to me!" In Imperial Capital, even if you angered the emperor, you offended the crown prince and offended the military squad, but because you have military power, you can barely resist it. But this Carvesylver…You have to be extra careful! ”

    "Oh ?" Who is this guy? Is he terrifying? ”

    Chubby hesitated, he couldn't help but look around, as if he had fears and fears, as if he was afraid that his words would be heard by someone who passed to Carvesylver's ear.

    "Terifying is not terrifying, I am not directly judged, um, I will tell you this."Chubby whispered his face: "In Imperial Capital, many people hate this Carvesylver, there are Royal Family, there are churches, there are military, there is Senate…But so many people hate him. For decades, he still lived well, and it seems that the more lively and moist. ”Chubby said here, deliberately paused, and continued: "But, but anyone who hates him…Now, all lying on the Mountain of Glory – for many years, there is no exception! ”

    Mountain of Glory ……The name Shaar seems to have heard of it. He remembered it for a moment before he remembered – well, Mountain of Glory, seems to be the biggest cemetery on the outskirts of Osgiliath!

    After savoring the last sentence of chubby General, Shaar also looked serious.

    "This guy……Who is he? See what I do? ”

    Chubby General immediately introduced Carvesylver's identity.

    "Oh ?" The emperor's most trusted strategist? ”Shaar frowned: "What does this guy see me doing? I am just a small character…Even if I made a merit, it seems that it has nothing to do with him. ”

    "I am worried about this."Ruhr has some concerns: "You have nothing to do with him…What I am most afraid of is that Carvesylver, who is a guy, will be bad luck. ”

    Chubby wiped the cold sweat: "This guy is in his fifties this year, his wife died very early, his son and daughter are also dead, and all his relatives and friends are dead! I doubt that no matter who has a relationship with him, it will be cursed! Even our emperor kneels…Because he was a friend with him, so he was seriously ill, and the only son actually turned into…It became a rabbit! He damn it. ”

    "I rely! so smart? ”Shaar discoloration: "It’s just a lonely star!"

    Shaar looked at Ruhr and said, "This, this day…damn it, this Carvesylver, when are you going to meet me?"

“……Now,Chubby sighed, squinting, pointing to the front of the road: "This road is the direction to Carvesylver's home. His request to send a message is: When you arrive at Imperial Capital, you will see him immediately!"

    Shaar is furious: "You are a dead chubby! Actually tell me now! Damn it ……No, no! Going to see such a dangerous guy, how can I prepare? You, you bastard actually…"

    "I'm sorry for my brother."Chubby wiped the sweat: "Carvesylver's request, I can't refuse…I don't want to be hated by him. Father is still in his prime, and he doesn't want to go to the Mountain of Glory so early to lie down…"