The Crescent of the Sultan

According to the development trajectory of the original time and space, Lyon should not be the territory of the royalists at this time.

But due to Selim's butterfly effect, the French royalists were defeated too quickly in Paris.

Although the royalists were driven out of Paris in embarrassment, they did not lose much strength.

Therefore, with the help of the great local nobles in Lyon such as the Grand family and the Grenot family, the royalists quickly suppressed the revolutionary movement launched by the local citizens.

After a certain period of operation, Lyon at this time has become the stronghold of the royalists.

Napoleon was riding on his horse, looking at the city of Lyon which was very close at hand. He smiled and then rode away.

The French army behind them followed the pace of their coach and marched towards Lyon City.

Napoleon climbed onto a high ground not far from the city gate. He looked at France's second largest city and felt a surge of pride in his heart.

The Saône and Rhone rivers pass through this city. They are the blood vessels of Lyon. People come and go at the Porte Saint-Antoine. He is the door of Lyon. The Saint-Jean Cathedral reaches into the sky. He is the faith of Lyon.

After a series of events in Paris, Napoleon no longer believed that Roland could outsmart Robespierre. Rather than follow Roland to fight against the Jacobins, it was the best way to find a base for himself.

For this reason, Napoleon resigned as governor of Paris and became governor of Lyon.

As for why you chose Lyon, excluding Paris, where else can be compared to Lyon, the second largest city in France?

Geographically, Lyon is located in central-eastern France, at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers.

This geographical location makes Lyon an important transportation hub connecting southern France, northern France, and southern and central Europe.

Whether it is land or water transportation, Lyon has strategic advantages.

From an economic perspective, Lyon, as France's second largest city and industrial and commercial center, has a developed commercial and industrial base.

Historically, this made Lyon an important economic center, attracting a large number of businessmen and investors.

Lyon's strategic position as a wealthy and prosperous city was further consolidated.

From a military perspective, Lyon has an important strategic position militarily due to its geographical location and complete urban defense system.

The city has strong walls, forts, and gates that protect it from enemies.

Strategically, Lyon can control the passage from southern France to the north and ensure domestic security.

From a political perspective, Lyon has moved away from the more radical Paris, the northern region of France, and passes through the more moderate southern France, which is conducive to Napoleon's governance here.

In a luxurious manor outside Lyon, Napoleon was meeting with many local nobles in Lyon.

"So even if we have made such a concession, Major General, do you still ask us to hand over the land?"

Antoine-Jean-Grenot asked with some dissatisfaction. They had decided to let the other party control Lyon, but the other party did not give them any face. You must know that the clay man is also very angry.

"Marquis de Greno, please make one thing clear. It is not up to you to decide who controls Lyon or not. Do you understand?"

Jacques-Pierre Blanche on the side was a little angry at this time. This group of land aristocrats always couldn't recognize their status, and they really thought that Lyon would not be able to move around without them.

"Okay, you two don't have to argue about this. Regarding the land, I advise you to follow the arrangements of the National Convention.

Otherwise, if everyone is like this, it will be very difficult for me to handle it. "

Napoleon said indifferently. He had never looked at the other party directly. A bunch of trash who were still bargaining with the army made Napoleon have no interest in talking to him anymore.

The choked Marquis de Greno wanted to continue the argument, but Count Grand grabbed him and signaled him not to provoke the new major general again.

The atmosphere of the dinner was not good. After the meal, Jacques-Pierre Blanchi found Napoleon, and the two parties talked all the way under the protection of Napoleon's guards.

"So, Bonaparte, what do you mean?"

“You can move around in Lyon, but don’t let me find out.

Also, help me contact the Duke of Burgundy. Dijon has long been out of control. I need to get it here as one of Lyon's screen vassals.

As for the reward, he can get back all his property except the land, and I promise to protect his safety. "

Jacques-Pierre Blanche was stunned at this time, and he asked hurriedly.

"General, what do you mean? If you want Dijon, do you also want Provence and Lorraine?"

Napoleon did not answer immediately. He looked around. It was already late at night, and there was no one except the French troops who had arrived today and were patrolling the night.

Napoleon then changed the subject and said.

"Jacques, I think you are a smart man. What do you think of the current situation in Paris?"

At this time, Jacques seemed to have forgotten that the man in front of him was fifteen years younger than him. The aura of a superior man made him answer involuntarily.

"General, as far as I can see, Roland and Robespierre will be evenly matched. Although the Jacobins occupy more seats, the Girondins still have huge influence.

It is difficult for both sides to determine the winner in a short period of time."

Before Jacques could finish speaking, Napoleon interrupted him.

"You're wrong, Jacques, this is a revolution, you know?

Revolution is not a dinner party.

Roland, who embraced moderate reformism, was doomed from the start; his opponent was a staunch idealist.

He firmly believed that tyranny could be overthrown and social justice and fairness could be achieved through revolution.

He believed that only by radically changing the social structure and abolishing unequal privileges could people be truly free and happy. "

Speaking of this, Napoleon's tone sounded a little strange, like admiration mixed with regret.

Jacques can certainly feel this feeling, or every smart person who has met this "incorruptible" can feel this feeling.

Jacques said immediately.

"Indeed, Robespierre had a strong pursuit of justice. He firmly believed that revolution was to break the old unfair system and safeguard the rights of disadvantaged groups.

The legal and political reforms he proposed and attempted to achieve were designed to ensure the well-being and equality of the people. "

After hearing Jacques' words, Napoleon almost sighed and replied.

"But he won't succeed, you know? Jacques.

Robespierre firmly opposed any form of compromise. He believed that any compromise was a betrayal of the revolution.

He regarded himself as the spokesman of the revolution and the executor of the mission, and he did not hesitate to suppress anyone who threatened his authority.

This is destined to end badly for him. "

Napoleon continued.

“This is exactly why I want you to help me win Dijon, Burgundy is very important to France.

When the Austrians and Prussians came in, a government that was fighting among itself could not care about it for the time being.

But the majesty of France cannot be violated, and the people of France cannot be harmed.

This is my method, I will guard the east for France. "

Jacques-Pierre Blanche said nothing. He looked at the sky, as if he was remembering something.

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