The entire Ottoman Empire collapsed much faster than imagined.
Like a giant, his previously strong body was intimidating, but the speed at which he fell was also astonishing to everyone.
When the Fourth Army moves westward and reaches the Mediterranean Sea, it means that at this time the entire Ottoman Empire has been cut off.
Territories such as Istanbul and Serbia in the north are cut off from the peninsula, Egypt, and North African territories in the south.
At this time, the Ottomans' vain attempt to gather a large army turned into trying to catch the moon in the water.
Because this offensive came too fast.
To people of this era, the Ming army's advance was like lightning.
There is no room for you to organize an army, but you find that the fortified cities have been destroyed one after another.
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It all snowballed.
The Kashas who tried to resist looked tired and helpless.
The grain and grass that were originally expected to be allocated had been intercepted by the new army that penetrated deep into the territory before it arrived.
People¡¯s hearts are in turmoilthe whole group is leaderless.
The emperor's decree from Istanbuleven in the chaos, could not be conveyed effectively at all, because when the decree set off from Istanbul, this Kasha was still stationed here. When the order arrived, Kasha was already happily welcoming him from afar. The Han friends who came here have gone.
¡°Thenin Istanbul.
People were horrified to find that a large number of cyclists began to appear in the suburbs.
This is the scout team of the new army. Before the army and horses arrive, the rangers scatter like sand.
They are often light cavalry, and the horses under them are extremely powerful, which can be said to be one of a thousand.
They wore only leather armor and were equipped with long knives and short blunderbuss. Their swords are not bulky, thanks to the Ming Dynasty's excellent smelting skills. They are not only sharp, but as thin as a cicada's wings, and also extremely rigid.
They are usually in teams of three to five people and rarely fight head-on with people. They will explore the terrain, simply draw maps, determine the location of drinking water, mark mountains, forests and rivers, and even the bolder ones will appear in the Ottoman garrison. Nearby, various methods are used to detect the number of people on the other side.
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And once a large number of enemies appeared to block them, they would withdraw like a gust of wind and never stop.
These people seem to have become spirits, slippery and slippery.
But as for Istanbulas soon as these rumored scouts appearedthe city suddenly began to panic.
Too fast, too fast.
The appearance of the scouts means that the main force of the Ming army may arrive here soon
In the entire southern Ottoman region, there was no decent resistance organized at all.
And this greatest Ottoman capital is now also exposed to the threat of the Ming army.
The city has begun to become tense.
The emperor has issued an order to resist resolutely.
But there was a lot of bad news in the city about the emperor's intention to abandon the soldiers and people here and move to Edirne.
People are at a loss.
The Ottomans have occupied this place for hundreds of years.
And nowmany people are vaguely aware thatheremay soon have a new owner.
Countless forbidden troops have gathered here, numbering in the tens of thousands.
A large number of people who spread fear were arrested directly and immediately thrown into the dungeon.
But even so, it still cannot stop the spread of all kinds of terrible news.
Fear spreads in this city every day!
And in the palace.
Suleiman's facehas become increasingly gloomy as the war progresses.
He felt helpless.
No matter how much he wanted to resist, once a new combat order was issued and before it was conveyed, someone told him that the order was outdated because the enemy had made new progress.
The fall of fortified cities made him become more and more irritable.
He is a very smart man.
Evenhe believed that Ottoman would be full of vitality under his rule.
But nowhe found that in this war, his previous experience was completely useless.??Any effect.
So uneasiness and anxiety began to breed and spread in his heart.
The large number of surrenders to the enemy made him panic and became more suspicious.
Any piece of bad news is enough to make him furious for a long time.
Butat this momenthe felt more and moreit seemed that only Li Zhengcould make him feel more relaxed.
Li Zheng, who was at the driver's side, could always find any way to comfort him.
When the enemy appeared, Li Zheng told him, Your Majesty, don¡¯t worry. The enemy had traveled a long distance and was already at the end of a powerful crossbow and was vulnerable to a single blow.
When the Ming army was overwhelming and penetrated deep into the country, Li Zheng again had his wisdom in hand. He swore to quote scriptures and told him that your majesty need not worry. The opponent's footing was not stable and the battle line was stretched too long. This was a case of biting off more than he could chew and bringing about his own destruction. In this way, Your Majesty only needs to temporarily fortify the walls and clear the country, just like the battle of Guandu. When the time is right, send out elite troops to take Yuan Shao's granary directly, and then you can win in one battle.
And nowthe Ming army has arrived in Istanbul.
Suleiman has no patience at all, and his anxiety has almost reached its peak.
Li Zheng, however, still looked at Suleiman calmly and said earnestly: "Your Majesty, during the Spring and Autumn Period, General Yan Leyi led the armies of the five countries to attack Qi. When Qi was in danger, only two cities were left. At the critical moment, Na Tian Dan stood firm in Jimo, fought to the death with the rebels, and finally defeated the Yan army in one fell swoop and regained the homeland of Qi. Your Majesty, your Majesty's capital is now stronger than Jimo. Your Majesty's imperial army is ten times better than the Qi army. Times. Your Majesty's sage is beyond comparison with a mere field man. Why are you worried? As long as your Majesty stays here, there will be enough food and grass in the city. The soldiers are grateful for your Majesty's kindness and are willing to work together with your Majesty. The people deeply hate the Ming army. I am willing to live and die with His Majesty. Thenwhat is there to worry about?"
At this time, Suleiman had a feeling deep in his heart.
It¡¯s the person in front of me or this group of people. You can¡¯t believe a word they say, they are even poisonous!
But¡¡
These words are so pleasant to the ear.
But it seemed like I heard my own heart again.
He took a deep breath and said hesitantly: "I am Tian Dan, am I Tian Dan?"
Li Zheng looked full of confidence: "Yes, in case Tian Dan is not as good as your Majesty, the most urgent task now is to select good generals, defend the capital, and fight to the death with the thieves. Based on my humble opinion, your Majesty has three victories, while the thieves have three defeats. This is one of them. , It is indeed a clich¨¦, your majesty has won the hearts of the people, but the traitor army comes from far away, and the people hate it."
Li Zheng paused and continued: "The capital has stood for thousands of years. Since our ancestors established their capital here, it has been repaired for hundreds of years. It can be said to be indestructible. The soldiers are united as one. But the bandit army is exhausted, like a powerful crossbow. , this is the second one."
"The third is the most important. Your Majesty is blessed with great blessings, and is gentle and caring. Since he ascended the throne, Shi Renbude has been trusted and loved by everyone, and all ministers are not willing to die loyally to your Majesty. On the other hand, Emperor Ming and Fang Jifan Human beings have ugly and hateful looks, cunning hearts, and a human face with an animal heart. Your majesty, a kind-hearted king, must have heaven's help, so how can there be any reason to perish? Since ancient times, the Tao has defeated the unprincipled, and the virtuous have suppressed the unvirtuous, and others have I have never heard of this matter."
Suleiman was still feeling uneasy.
"In fact, how could he not know what Li Zheng said was nonsense.
But at this timeit was still something strange, and it seemed that he was psychologically suggesting that he believed it.
He is a human being after all, a mortal with flesh and blood.
Because of this he will continue to comfort himself psychologically when encountering major setbacks, just like the most ordinary people.
And Li Zheng¡¯s words just made him calm down.
He was silent for a moment, nodded and said, "What you said makes sense. I want to fight the thief to the death, so you and I should do our best to help."
Li Zheng bowed solemnly: "Your Majesty is so kind that I will never forget it, so I should die to repay it."
Phew
Suleiman stood up.
He was still frowning.
There are many concerns in my heart.
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Immediately afterwards, the defense arrangements began.
Leave some important key points in the hands of cronies.
And at this moment while Suleiman was feeling comforted, the mighty Ming army began to come from all directions. (Remember the website address: www.hlnovel.com