Chapter 106 Buda
The Wallachian envoys all understood that the alliance with Hungary was on the one hand, and on the other hand, it was to provide cover for the son of the Grand Duke. The future ruler suddenly wanted to go to the West and didn't know what he wanted to see.
"My Lord Count" Nicholas greeted Peter.
"How long until it arrives?"
"We can reach Buda in two days."
Buda, Buda, there is Pest Castle next to it, and together they are Budapest. The Danube River runs between these two towns and is an important relay station in Eastern Europe. After the founding of Hungary, the first King Stephen made his capital here.
Peter always wanted to turn Hungary into a reliable ally, without Transylvania of course. I just don’t know where to start, supporting a pro-Wallachia is an option, but it can’t be implemented at the moment. Because there is no pro-Wallachia at all.
In addition to this method, there are some old methods that are nothing more than bribery and intimidation, but they are useless, especially those used by Wallachia against Hungary. But Peter would not know that Hungary would become a staunch ally of Wallachia in a different way in the future, but Peter would have to sacrifice himself.
"By the way, Hungary now has two kings, right?"
"Yes, my lord, King Sigismund and King Mary are in power at the same time, but King Mary doesn't care much about political affairs, so her husband takes charge of most of the government affairs."
"Yeah." Peter took a look at it in later generations and said that Sigismund only sat on the throne of the King of Hungary because of his marriage to Mary. Otherwise, he would be just a Marquis of Brandenburg and could only wait for his brother to inherit his inheritance after his death.
Mary and Sigismund married in 1385, and Sigismund was regarded as the heir by his father-in-law Lajos I. But Sigismund was ambitious at a young age and was scolded by his elders for plotting foreign territories. In the year of his marriage, the nobles proclaimed King Charles III of Naples as emperor and called him King Charles II of Hungary. However, there is a widespread rumor among Hungarian folk that Sigismund is the main messenger behind it. Mary later returned to the throne in 1387 and made Sigismund co-king.
Although the two are both kings of Hungary, they have long been inseparable and even lived in their respective palaces. And Mary allowed Sigismund to take power. Therefore, there are also rumors that the child Mary is carrying is not Sigismund's. Therefore, if Sigismund really does not want to take a share of his status, he may do whatever he can to do so.
"It seems that Hungary is not as beautiful as it appears." Peter said while writing something on the paper.
At the other end of the cabin, Janku, the leader of this delegation, was discussing with others how to meet with the King of Hungary and persuade him to form an alliance.
"Sir, I don't think the Hungarian nobles and king can be convinced by fighting against the heretics alone. They have just experienced a big defeat, how can they still have troops invested here, and our country's victory over the Ottomans has made these nobles Very unconvinced, they will definitely not agree to form an alliance.”
"But now this is the only reason that can convince Hungary. Otherwise, what else can there be?"
That’s right, Hungary and Wallachia have neither the same religion nor the same origin. One is Catholic and the other is Orthodox. Hungary still occupies Transylvania, and Wallachia was enslaved by it. If it weren’t for the Ottomans, The hostility between the two countries will continue.
"Now we must promote an alliance between the two countries. Hungary's heavy cavalry and appeal to Europe are crucial to us."
Hungary produces hussars with strong offensive power, and mercenaries from Bohemia and other countries can also be recruited in the western region. If financial resources allowed, the army could be greatly supplemented.
"By the way, sir, who is..."
"Don't ask if you shouldn't. All you need to know is that he can put you to death."
Yanku said darkly, which immediately shut up the others. They don't want their young lives to end.
"In that case, let's try to persuade those Hungarian nobles. I hope it will succeed."
It seems that they have also decided to start with the nobles. After all, it is impossible for hundreds of nobles to unite as one. So bribing nobles should be possible.
On the big ship, Peter and Yanku were preparing for the next move. The Kingdom of Hungary is so big that you have to plan carefully how to hold it in your hands.
The two days on the boat were very difficult. Not only did I have to bear the shaking of the ship's hull, but I also had to think about the next move. As expected, Peter fainted again. I woke up after eating some fruit.
His seasickness requires customer service, after all, he still has to take a boat ride for most of the time.
The boat was also very powerful and we arrived in Buda two days later. Looking to the left is Buda, and looking to the right is Pest. This is the essence of Hungary, and it was particularly lively because of the local gathering.
The Hungarian envoy was already waiting on the dock. When he saw the Wallachian ships, he ordered everyone to take their places.
The boat stopped and Yanku got off. There was a conversation with him, and the gifts from Wallachia were brought down by those behind, including Peter.
The 14-year-old stood out among a group of middle-aged people, which the envoy also noticed.
"Who is he? Can Wallachia just send a child?"
"Watch your wording. This is Count Peter Ceausescu. He inherited the title because his father lost his life in the war against the Ottomans."
Peter was a little embarrassed when he heard this. His father had lost his life. Do you believe that the Grand Duke sent you directly to meet his father and brother?
However, his identity cannot be exposed, so he can only acquiesce.
"Oh, sorry!"
The envoy's contemptuous tone made them very angry. If it weren't for Wallachia, would you still be standing here? Believe it or not, you can't last even one round with Lightning.
Even so, they did not forget the purpose of coming here. They went to see Sigismund at the palace.
The palace stipulated that envoys could only bring two people in. Peter felt that he had met Sigismund and his identity could not be exposed, so he decided to go to the royal horse training farm of the Hungarian royal family.
Even if royal lands elsewhere were sold to nobles, the horse training farm near Buda was not sold at all. It is not only a place where the royal family raises horses, but also a place for cultivating sentiments and conducting diplomatic discussions.
Looking at these horses, Peter felt that Hungary really had a profound heritage. This is bigger than Wallachia. If they hadn't established the country earlier, it might not be as good as them.
At this moment, a cavalry team ran in their direction, led by a woman. Riding a tall horse sideways, he stopped when he saw them.
"His Majesty the King"
Mary and Peter looked at each other, and with that look, a seed took root in Mary's heart.