Chapter 2 Conversations at the Ottoman Court

Chapter 2 Conversations at the Ottoman Court

In Edirne, the capital of the Ottoman Empire, Sultan Bayezid I was listening to the news in the war room. The sultan, who had reigned for only a year, ascended the throne after the assassination of his father, Murad I, and immediately had his brother Yelqub hanged to prevent him from planning a coup.

In revenge for the assassination of his father, Murad I, during the Battle of Kosovo, Bayezid massacred a large number of Serbian prisoners of war. He then married Oliveira Dispina, the daughter of Serbian King Lazar Hrebeljanovic, thereby allying the Ottoman Empire with Serbia, and his descendants could claim Serbia Have the privilege of a dynasty. He appointed Stefan Lazarevich as Serbia's leader and granted Serbia considerable autonomy.

"Great Sultan, those guys hiding behind the city walls are asking for help from Hungary and other countries. They are ignoring our country's warning. I suggest attacking Constantinople immediately. Let them understand that we are not easy to bully."

One of his men made a suggestion to their sultan. And this was unanimously recognized by the generals.

"Yes, those Christians will only hide behind the city walls and have no courage at all. We are too kind and should treat them with the same integrity as our enemies."

"That's right" "That's right"

All the generals clamored to look good to the people huddled in Constantinople. There are even many civil servants who agree with this proposal. However, Chandar Ali Pasha, the Grand Vizier, remained silent on the sidelines. Bayezid asked, feeling strange when he saw his behavior.

"Vizil, you haven't spoken since just now. What are you thinking about?"

"Honored Sultan" said Ali Pasha. "I have heard what everyone said. I believe that there is Constantinople in the middle of our territory, and they do not have the extra troops to defend it. If possible, we can attack it once in the next few years."

Hearing Ali Pasha's words, Bayezid felt very reasonable. He immediately asked his men to make plans to attack Constantinople, and then asked him the reason for his silence just now.

"That's it. Dear Sultan, I heard that in the north of our country, a small country called Wallachia is reorganizing its army. It seems that they are going to make a big move."

"Wallachia, where is it?" Bayezid asked.

"Here" Ali said, pointing to a small place in the north.

"Hahahahahahaha" the officers laughed out loud after looking at this inconspicuous little country.

"It's such a small place, so the Grand Vizier won't be too anxious."

"It's just such a small place. It's not enough for us to fill our teeth."

They didn't take this place seriously when they saw it. Ali decided to help them popularize the current situation.

"Everyone, please listen to me." Ali Pasha's words made them quiet down immediately.

"Everyone, please see, this is Wallachia. It is a small place and has a small population. Logically speaking, they have no basis at all."

"That's right, then what is the Grand Vizier worried about? Could it be that our empire can't even defeat a small principality?"

Before Ali could finish speaking, someone couldn't help but yell. This time, the conference room that had just been calm immediately exploded again. In the end it was the Sultan who calmed them down.

"Everyone, please let our vizier finish."

After signaling to the Sultan, Ali spoke again.

"They broke away from Hungary sixty years ago. But there has been little progress."

At this time, Ali Pasha changed the subject and said. "Three years ago, Wallachia was a little different. First, the rulers killed some disobedient nobles. They also issued more than ten decrees and established a large army. Last year, they The Northern Dobroga region has been completely annexed. If this continues, I am worried that something will happen."

"I'm talking about Grand Vizier," the general on the side said disdainfully, "Are you being too cautious? What kind of threat can a small Wallachia pose? As long as the empire is willing, it will be pushed aside in an instant. It will make you worry." After saying that, everyone agreed.

"Everyone," Ali Pasha said earnestly. "We should not underestimate any country, and according to intelligence, the son of the Grand Duke of Wallachia is involved in these matters. This is not simple, and I heard that they have formed a chamber of commerce. And they make a lot of money."

"After talking for a long time, it turns out that the Grand Vizier is jealous of their money. When we capture Constantinople, let Wallachia pay us tribute. If they don't pay, let them look at us. strength."

"Also, how much ability can a little kid have? Grand Vizier, rumors cannot be trusted." Suleiman waved his hand with disdain on his face.

As a general who had experienced three dynasties, Suleiman Pasha's qualifications were very old. Years of war made him feel that the Ottomans had been able to sweep across the Balkans and even all of Europe. He didn't pay much attention to this small country in Wallachia.

"Your Excellency, as the Grand Vizier, I have the obligation to consider all factors that threaten the empire. Even though Wallachia is still weak, they will definitely become a hidden danger if left unchecked."

"Hmph, I don't think this small country poses any threat." Suleiman Pasha said disdainfully. In his opinion, no one in the world can stop Osman's iron hoof. Not Constantinople, not Rome, not even Hungary and those Christians.

This is also the prestige accumulated by the Ottoman Empire through its conquests in the past few years. Beginning with Orhan I, the Ottomans began their conquest of Europe. By the time of Murad I, the Battle of Edirne successfully defeated the coalition forces of Rome, Bulgaria and Serbia. Consolidating their bridgehead in Europe.

However, the battle of Kosovo two years ago shattered their myth. It also led to the killing of Murad I. However, although the Battle of Kosovo was a draw, the situation was more favorable to the Ottoman Empire. The Ottoman Empire had the vast area of ​​Anatolia as its backing and could withstand such heavy losses; in order to cope with this, Serbia After this battle, all combat power was used. After this battle, the national power became even weaker.

It can be said that they are now in the right place, at the right time and with the right people. Just waiting to capture Constantinople, the city that the world longs for. Even Ali Pasha's words did not cool their minds.

"Okay Grand Vizier, let's end this matter first. I believe that a small Wallachia will not cause too much trouble. As for the little kid you mentioned, it is just a rumor. Let's leave it alone. !”

"Your Majesty, minister..."

Ali Pasha wanted to say something else, but the Sultan waved his hand. He also had to step down. After this meeting, Sultan Bayezid was already dissatisfied with himself. It seemed that he would have to be careful in the future.