Chapter 888 Where to go?

Chapter 888 Where to go?

On the Bologna front, Boral was tapping the table impatiently.

Because supplies have not arrived, the Italian coalition forces have run out of food. Coupled with the fact that there was no progress in the frontline war, he couldn't help but curse.

In fact, Boral had scolded everyone he met, but the anxiety in his heart still could not be eliminated.

The Austrians had no intention of attacking at all, and his army could not attack at all. The gap in combat effectiveness between the two sides was too great.

And the gap grew wider as time went on, as Austria received the artillery and rockets they so desperately needed.

On the other hand, Bolar did not wait for the food he needed, but instead waited for a huge bad news.

Pius IX and his cardinals came to the front line for unknown reasons, and they also wanted to take over the military power in his hands.

Lapore couldn't bear this. He didn't want to go back to being the little shopkeeper who needed to please others. He wanted to be a general.

As a result, Pius IX was ambushed as soon as he left the city. Fortunately, the Swiss Guards around him fought bravely and survived.

However, the two secretary bishops who were traveling with him were not so lucky. They had turned into two corpses on the roadside outside the city.

At this time, a group of soldiers claimed to be sent by Marshal Pollard to escort Pius IX to the military camp. The Pope himself felt very pleased.

"Thank God for giving us such a loyal general, and may the Lord bless you. Amen."

After Pius IX finished speaking, he was about to board the carriage and go with them, but was stopped by Stefan Capella, the captain of the guard on the side.

"His Majesty the Pope, you said that you would pray for the children in the orphanage tomorrow, so we should start again tomorrow."

Pius IX was a little surprised when he said such words, but he quickly understood the intention of his guard captain.

"Well, those orphans are indeed pitiful. They need me. Let's set off tomorrow."

The captain who came to pick up the Pope was in a bit of trouble.

"His Majesty the Pope, Marshal Boral is afraid of long nights and dreams, so you should leave with us as soon as possible. It is not safe here, and traitors from Austria and Rome may be against you."

"No need to worry, I am God's representative on earth, they can't hurt me."

Pius IX was extremely confident when he said this, which made the captain very embarrassed. Pius IX also saw this and said.

"Don't worry, I will tell Boral of your bravery and devotion to duty. I will also make you the leader of the regiment in the future."

No one would doubt that Pius IX had this ability, but there was no joy on the captain's face, only a fake smile full of embarrassment.

His subconscious behavior led Pius IX and Captain Stefan to conclude that there must be something wrong with him.

The captain then repeatedly insisted that Pius IX go on the road, but the only answer he received was "tomorrow".

Back at the church's hotel in Tuscany, guard captain Stefan Capella expressed his judgment.

"There's something wrong with that guy, and there's a guy in his group who looks a lot like the gangster that attacked us before."

Pius IX closed his eyes and nodded.

When Captain Stefan saw that the Pope didn't say anything, he continued.

"His Majesty the Pope, there are only a few hundred gendarmes in Viareggio at this time. If Lapore really wants to harm you, he can send a larger force to rush in directly.

Tuscans won’t fight for you! "

This sentence made Pius IX's cheeks twitch, but there were not many people around him who could use him, and the previous events in Rome were still fresh in his mind, so he just coughed.

Captain Stefan also realized that his words were inappropriate, scratched his head to apologize, and then asked.

"Should we go to France, or Spain?"

Pius IX thought about this issue for a long time. At this time, the Orleans Dynasty in France had collapsed. The diplomat of the Orleans Dynasty who really went to France might not be able to protect himself, let alone the Pope.

It would be even more shameful if he really became a prisoner in Avignon. Rather than ceding land to pay compensation and being imprisoned, he would have been better off dying outside.

Historically, there had been large-scale turmoil in the Papal States, and coupled with the management of the French, the Holy See was moved from Rome to Avignon, a city close to the French border, known in history as the "Prison of Avignon."

As for Spain, Pius IX could not count on it. Not to mention that the church there used the banner of the Jesuits to impose excessive taxes, but it took the lead in defaulting on the tithe that should be paid to the Vatican.

The civil war and uprisings raging in Spain at this time alone were too much for him to accept, and Spanish Queen Regent Christiana was famously morally bankrupt.

As soon as the Orleans dynasty collapsed, she tore up the engagement between her daughter and Louis-Philippe's son, as well as the IOUs for loans from France over the years.

The bankers who had been indifferent during the fall of the Orleans Dynasty were filled with regret.

And at this time, the Spanish royal family, the scandals between Queen Regent Christiana and her lover, and her daughter and her lover could already write a novel.

The remaining Brazil and Mexico are not even within the scope of consideration, because their ships will definitely not be able to sail across continents.

Going to England was also not a good idea, because two consecutive British ambassadors had been very rude, and Pius IX felt that this was an uncultivated country.

Moreover, they also defaulted on the church's tithes, and even created their own Anglican Church, which was simply treason.

Seeing Pius IX frowning and not speaking for a long time, Captain Stefan asked eagerly.

"His Majesty the Pope, what should we do? Please give me your Holy Judgment!"

"Go to Venice!"

Pius IX looked at his most trusted chief exorcist with wide eyes and disbelief.

"Archduke Franz wants to see you. He is the truly great being. He has already understood everything in this world."

For the first time, a look of admiration appeared on the chief exorcist's cold face.

At this time, Franz was happily returning to Venice after negotiating a "big business", and he also brought an army with him.

The Heinau Department stationed in Salzburg, it is a bit humiliating to allow these proud soldiers to continue to defend the Bavarians in Salzburg.

After all, Bavaria could not protect itself at this time, so where could it find the courage to attack Austria.

Franz was prepared to use this force to put an end to the rebellion that defined Italy in one fell swoop, while also bringing an end to the farce of the Italian coalition.

However, in view of Hainau's disgusting reputation in history, he set nine precautions and twenty-one catch-all rules for it.

After all, Austria still needs its reputation. If this hungry wolf is allowed to kill without hesitation, then Franz's plan and the old emperor's dream will be ruined.

The Italian problem must be solved quickly, because the Hungarians are pressing too hard, and the Bohemians are also committing crimes against the wind.

The most important thing is that the British cannot be allowed to continue to delve deeper into the Italian issue, and the two sides must reconcile as soon as possible.

Although Franz had already sent people to Russia to clarify the interests, and Olga was very willing to help convince his father and brother, Russian diplomacy was extremely uncertain and arbitrary.

In order to reduce risks, reaching a peace agreement directly with the British is the safest option.