Crusader Kings: Prisoners of War

The situation in the Governor's Palace also affected the Ptolemaic royal family. They also noticed the changes in Soros Island and hurriedly mobilized Alexander's garrison to try to recapture Soros Island, but found on the way that the road was impassable.

Several main roads leading from the military camp to the port were completely blocked, with trucks filled with rocks and sandbags piled up. The army wanted to remove the roadblocks but was blocked by its own people, and could only slowly pass through a few small roads. Mobilize and evacuate troops.

At this time, many houses near them began to burst into flames again. The fire quickly expanded in size and spread to more surrounding houses. In order to prevent the fire from getting out of control and igniting the entire city, many troops had to stop mobilizing and stay. Put out the fire in place or demolish the house to create a barrier.

And the situation didn't end there - the densely parked ships in Alexandria were also ignited artificially. The fire spread wildly to the entire port and had a tendency to spread to the city. The Library of Alexandria built on the edge of the port was about to be threatened.

Astolfo, who had completed his mission, did not participate in today's military operation. He took his brothers to a small tower on the hills in the suburbs and watched the battle in Alexandria from a high position.

Holding a bottle of wine in his arms, Astolfo frowned and took a big gulp of wine: "I remember that I didn't let the city be set on fire, right?"

A burly man next to him echoed: "At least you haven't told us about this matter. It shouldn't be possible."

"That's what those people in Egypt did. Tsk," he said a little unhappy, "These people are really willing to give up. What a wonderful city."

"Then what are we going to do now? Go help those Romans?"

Astolfo shook his head: "No, it's not necessary. Leave the rest to our Prince. We can just wait and see what happens here. Wolfgang, go and prepare the ship. Once the situation changes, We can just take the boat. We have done our best here, and we deserve Orville's care for us during this time."

Everyone was a little speechless when they heard that their boss was thinking about running away. When Astolfo recruited them, he said that they were about to go to Egypt to enjoy exciting adventures and expeditions. They had seen so many people doing so much sneaking around and breaking through walls that they couldn't figure out whether they were here for adventure or to be hired as thieves.

However, complaints are complaints, and the man named Wolfgang still ordered the matter. Except that the goods were not right, they were quite satisfied with the time they spent with Astolfo, and everyone also admired Astolfo. Tolfo is their leader, and the leader's orders must be obeyed in most cases, and this time is certainly no exception.

After receiving the order, the men began to take action one after another. Seeing this, Astolfo nodded with satisfaction, and then continued to watch the situation in Alexandria attentively.

He knows that what happens in this city in the next day or two will profoundly affect the overall situation of the world, so he is willing to be a witness and just watch quietly now.

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On the other side, Orville immediately moved to Soros Island with all his belongings and personnel after Stilico captured Soros Island.

He did order fires to be set on several locations in the city, but the locations were carefully selected. If a fire broke out, it would be difficult for the fire to spread. Those places where fires broke out and caused uncontrolled fires were not caused by his people. In addition, Alexandria was not under control. Orville probably understood that Cleopatra must have done something behind the scenes.

She obviously still had a force loyal to her, but she kept it from Orville, and while Alexander's army was in disarray, they acted on their own initiative.

This puts Orville in an awkward position. The locals must hate him now, and the Ptolemaic royal family will most likely break up with him. The next battle may not be possible without fighting.

Standing on the wall of the fortress, Orville glanced at Cleopatra, and Cleopatra also noticed Orville's gaze. She responded with a polite smile, seemingly without explaining what she had done. the meaning of.

"I hope you can give me an explanation later, otherwise I will be quite angry."

Orville shook off these words and turned around to continue directing the soldiers to reinforce the fortifications. He really hates this kind of self-assertive behavior, especially since this kind of behavior will cause him a lot of trouble. Someone will definitely die in the future. I don’t know how many families will lose their sons or fathers.

It was a bit hypocritical for him to say this, but he really felt that if conditions allowed, he would die as few people as possible, and live as many lives as possible. Cleopatra's doing this was against his philosophy.

But Cleopatra reached out and grabbed Orville's cloak at this time: "Can you allow me to go to the town below the fortress? I want to mobilize the local residents. They are all boatmen or fishermen, quite tough and endurance, can help us.”

"If you can do it, do whatever you want. But you have to come back before Achilles (the commander of the Praetorian Guards)'s army surrounds you. The battlefield is not a place suitable for you. If you kill me at this time It will be even harder. Maybe I will be demoted to Britain by my father and never be able to return to Rome."

There is a serious shortage of people on his side now, and it would be great to have helpers. The prerequisite is that Cleopatra does not have any accidents. Otherwise, this battle will be meaningless. If the claimants are defeated, they will be in vain.

"Of course, I will pay attention to my safety."

Orville nodded, then gestured to Trajan: "Take half of my guards and protect Her Royal Highness the Princess. Bring people back as soon as possible if there is any change."

Cleopatra quickly led the people away and went to the town below the fortress to do ideological mobilization work. Orville did not have much expectation for her and continued to seriously organize the army for defense.

After a while, Ivar and others who were sent out also returned to Soros Island by boat. After they landed, they immediately changed into the exquisite weapons prepared by Orville for them-a set of fine chain mail plus a set of Roman ring armor, with a full set of protective gear such as helmets, greaves, wrist guards, etc., and a variety of weapons and equipment. These people have transformed into heavily armed infantrymen.

Orville always trusted his subordinates and gave Ivar's soldiers the best equipment. They were very satisfied with this treatment. Now they could fight with Orville in a big part because Orville really gave them excellent treatment. Now it was time for Ivar to repay Orville with his blood and sweat. He himself knew this and was mobilizing the soldiers and giving them pre-war speeches.