Chapter 471 Making a Big Death

The small town of Billum was not on the supply line of the Austrian army, but was located in a remote corner of the northwest. It was not greatly affected when the Austrian left-wing regiments were gathering, and it still maintained its peaceful life in the past.

More than 10 days ago, a cavalry regiment was briefly stationed here, but soon left again.

This traditional town is neither too big nor too small. The people living in the town are local residents who have been passed down from generation to generation. They all have different kinship relationships with each other, which can be continued at every turn.

No... A Hungarian baron and aristocrat moved into Emma's family. The news spread like wildfire, and almost half of the town knew about it.

When Richard took Emma back with her staggering steps, he was really shocked.

Emma's house has three floors, and the outer three floors are crowded with people. People who can't stay in the courtyard at the door stand in twos and threes on the stone pavement at the door, chatting with interest about this noble man from Vienna.

But when they saw Richard coming back, they were all shocked by his noble temperament. They humbly bent down, touched their chests, saluted, and praised him;

"The town of Billum warmly welcomes the distinguished Sir, your arrival fills the place with brilliance."

"Please allow me to offer you a humble tribute, Sir."

If Richard publicly expresses his willingness to accept two knights as followers, it is estimated that these people will immediately send fifty or sixty young people to choose from. Being able to ride with the knight master means that there will be a bright future.

in Europe

Nobles above the earl should be called "the noble Lord XX", and a baronet and viscount should be called "the noble Lord XX", with the prefix "honorable" in front and "my lord", "sir" and "sir" at the end.

The meaning of "Sir" must not be shouted randomly, it will be regarded as disrespectful to the noble lord.

The nobles of the Austrian Empire are still relatively valuable, at least they are not as overpopulated as the nobles of the German region. As a relatively conservative traditional feudal empire, the status of the nobles is high and unshakable.

Richard had indeed ignored the huge influence of the nobles. When he looked up at the humble crowd of people bowing and bowing in front of him, and then looked down at Emma's flawless face with a look of pride, he suddenly understood something...

Sleeping with a woman here is a complete gift!

Emma's parents are a pair of honest Austrians who live a prosperous life relying on the family's inherited vineyard winemaking skills. They are relatively simple in nature.

Today, so many relatives and friends rushed to the door, which made them feel honored and at the same time terrified. They were afraid that the noble master would leave in anger or even be punished. How could a mere commoner afford it?

However, the couple was powerless to drive away so many relatives and friends, and they did not dare to do so. Will they no longer live in the small town of Belum?

With ambivalence, the vineyard owner and his wife walked out surrounded by everyone, their faces turned pale, and their expressions were even more awkward.

"This town of Billum is impressive and has given me a wonderful experience. It's wonderful, isn't it?" Richard said with a smile, as if the spring breeze soothed the panic in the hearts of the vineyard owner and his wife.

Although his voice was not loud, rich and gentle, everyone present could clearly hear the kindness in his voice, and the slightly awkward atmosphere became heated in an instant.

Richard continued without waiting for their answers;

“Here, you can experience the simple rural style, just like the pastoral paintings of French painter Cézanne, which can soothe the waves in your heart.

In this small town full of family affection, I think it is necessary to organize a happy bonfire party. I thought it would be nice to have it in the small square in the center of the church.

Half of the people here can go collect firewood, and anyone who is familiar with the butcher shop, well... just you."

Richard saw a few people in the crowd who raised their hands, and continued to give instructions without waiting for them to answer;

"Knock on the butcher's door and tell him: Kill two pigs, five sheep, and as much beef as you want. How can you hold a bonfire party without meat and wine?

A few more people will knock on the door of the beer hall owner and bring out the large barrels of beer. We need to let every man attending the bonfire party have a glass of beer. Do you agree?"

"Oh, God! Well...this is simply a gift from the Lord!" Everyone's emotions were instantly ignited, and they cheered in unison.

Richard didn't just talk the talk. He took out a velvet money bag from his pocket, walked forward and put it in the wine manor owner's hand. He said with a smile on his face, "I've paid for the wine and meat.

Including home-produced wine, I’m treating you today.”

The velvet money belt in the owner's hand was half open, revealing the charming color of gold coins, which made the cheers at the scene almost break through the sky;

The noble master spent real money and silver to share the joy with everyone. Is there anything more wonderful than this?

Richard visits various places every year for inspections, and he always looks pleasant when he is with the common people. He is very familiar with this matter. Although there are not a large number of officials and guards around him, he alone can maintain a strong aura.

Since the owner of the vineyard loves face so much, let me help you save face!

To say that Richard was really particular about this person, he even slept with someone's innocent and beautiful little daughter without lifting his pants. He also made such a big scene that it made the vineyard owner and his wife tremble with excitement. They didn't know what to say.

Richard patted the owner of the vineyard carelessly on the shoulder, and walked into the room with Emma, ​​whose face was glowing with excitement. The people who stayed in the room bowed and bowed respectfully, as if to greet him.

A king.

"You guys go and help me. Today I want to make Billum Town a carnival. There will be bonfires, beer and meat. How can there be no musical instruments? How can there be no singing and dancing? Go and prepare."

"I obey your Lord Sir's instructions, and may God bless you!"

The people in the room also looked at each other and left the room one after another. In a blink of an eye, the room was empty, and then they loudly shouted to relatives, friends and neighbors outside to start getting ready.

"This is a carnival ceremony prepared for you, my Emma." Richard lowered his head and said softly.

These words hit Emma's delicate body like thunder and lightning. Her eyes were covered with a fine mist, and she leaned on Richard's strong chest as if helplessly, and whispered softly: "My dear master

, my knight, take Emma upstairs and take good care of her!"

"Is it okay?"

A shy red cloud flew onto Emma's delicate white cheeks. She nodded slightly and responded in a voice like a mosquito; "Master, I want to..."

Li Cha looked at Keren'er who was leaning against him and could not walk, as if her body had no bones. He picked her up without hesitation and strode towards the bedroom on the second floor...

The town of Belum, shrouded in darkness, kicked off the carnival after seven or eight bonfires pierced the night sky one after another.

The melodious and cheerful Chitel played, and the men, women, adults and children in the town dressed in costumes rushed to the town square. The cauldrons and barbecue racks had been set up on the bonfire, and the freshly slaughtered fat pigs and live sheep were roasting.

It is rotated on the rack and roasted under the action of the flame until it sizzles with oil and emits a strong aroma.

The lard cut into small pieces was thrown into the pot, and soon a large plate of lard was fried. There were many happy children around each pot. The fat aunt gave each person two pieces of lard and ate it.

The children narrowed their eyes happily.

Every time her hair becomes oily, the fat aunt never forgets to remind her, "Children, don't forget to bless the generous and noble Sir Orban."

"Thank you Sir Orban, may God bless you!" the children replied loudly, and then happily ran away with the oil residue.

Men and girls dressed in festive costumes gathered in the small square, danced folk dances and sang folk songs beside the roaring bonfire, creating a joyful and warm carnival atmosphere.

This carnival atmosphere reached its peak when the carriage arrived carrying large barrels of beer and wine. The residents of the small town who participated in the carnival brought their own wooden wine glasses and crowded to the side of the carriage one by one to drink.

The winery owner and his wife glowed in this grand scene, feeling that their lives had reached their peak...

The purchasing power of gold coins in this era was beyond imagination. Only a small part of the dozen gold coins given by the noble master was used, which was enough to support the scene of bonfire carnival.

When Richard took Emma's little hand and arrived at the central square of the town, two to three thousand people attending the carnival burst into praise one after another, reaching the climax in the carnival of singing, dancing, wine and meat.

Richard didn't stay long. After a symbolic glass of wine, he took Emma's little hand and left.

This young girl who had just inherited the rain and dew was beaten so hard that her walking became unnatural and she could not hold on for too long.

Just got home

Emma took the initiative to hug Richard and kiss him wildly. Today's grand bonfire carnival ceremony made the girl intoxicated.

Maybe she was too tired, so Emma fell into a deep sleep after lying on the bed.

When Richard saw the girl sleeping soundly, he ducked to the window of the outside room and disappeared in a flash.

Teleporting to the roof, Richard put his hands behind his back and looked at the densely packed crowd singing and dancing on the street not far away. The joyful sound of Chitel came, men and women danced tap dance in groups, and the bonfire made everyone red.

face of joy.

Just a little gift will remain in the memory of this town forever.

many years later

When the residents of Billum Town learned that His Majesty Richard, the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty, had come here in disguise, there was a huge sensation immediately. They spontaneously designated June 15, 1866 as the "Advent Day", and it is held on this day every year.

Bonfire party, grand commemoration.

The Tang Empire allocated special funds to purchase free wine and meat for the Advent Festival and distribute them to people participating in the bonfire carnival. Gradually, a long tradition that has been passed down for more than 150 years was formed, making the town of Billum famous.

It attracted many tourists from the Tang Dynasty who came to visit His Majesty the Emperor.

The black shadow in the night sky expanded rapidly, and after falling down from a high altitude, it fluttered its powerful wings a few times, and then landed steadily beside Richard.

By looking through the Bald Eagle's memories, Richard had a good grasp of the current movements of the Prussian and Austrian armies.

The main force of the Prussian Elbe Army and the First Army hidden in the Erzgebirge Mountains has reached more than 130,000 people, and it is expected that another 20,000 to 30,000 people will be added tomorrow.

At the latest the day after tomorrow, they will pour out of the valley in large numbers, outflank the Austrian left-wing regiment more than 30 kilometers away, and concentrate all their efforts to inflict heavy damage.

In the other direction, in the Sudeten Mountains, the Prussian army's main Second Corps gathered at a slightly slower pace. It seemed that it encountered considerable difficulties when crossing the Sudeten Mountains. So far, it has gathered at the exit of the valley with less than 60,000 troops.

It is estimated that it will take another 3 to 4 days to complete the comprehensive preparations before the attack.

Thus

It is impossible for the three main corps of the Prussian Army to launch an offensive at the same time, with a difference of 1 to 2 days. This will be a major problem facing the Prussian Army Staff Headquarters.

If we launch an attack on the Austrian left-wing corps first, will it alert the right-wing corps, which is the main force?

The Austrian Empire's right-wing corps, with a total of 6 corps and about 300,000 men, was commanded by Prince Benedy. It was the main corps that defended the Prussian army.

View from high altitude

This huge legion, which stretches for several 10 kilometers and is composed of more than a dozen garrison camps, is well-organized. Sentries and dividing wooden fences have been set up. The garrison camps and baggage trains are clearly distinguished. It is obvious that there are many generals who are experienced in the military to coordinate.

Appears to be well organized.

However, near the Austrian camp, many vendors and prostitutes selling goods had set up a tent city. They were busy doing business every day to greet the officers and soldiers, and they did not stop after dark, and the business became even more prosperous.

This scene

It looks like an army fighting in the Middle Ages, which completely ruins one's outlook.

What is even more incredible is that the Austrian army did not build any defensive tunnels, defensive parapets, barbed wire fences or deer villages. Apart from sending out reconnaissance cavalry, they almost did not build any defensive facilities.

It seemed that they were really preparing to fight the Prussian army in an upright manner.

When the Austrians wanted to die, it was really hard to hold them back.

Neither taking advantage of the terrain and geography to defend, nor taking advantage of the ease of doing things to take the initiative, but waiting for a head-on battle with the Prussian army was really the last resort, and it made sense to lose the war.

Don't talk about anything else

The standard Mauser 1865 rifle equipped by the Army of the Kingdom of Prussia is a relatively advanced infantry weapon in today's era. It uses paper shell bullets and has a firing rate of 8 to 10 rounds per minute. The volley firepower is quite fierce.

What are the Austrian legions equipped with?

It is equipped with an Austrian Mini rifle, loaded in the front chamber. Even a skilled soldier can only fire two bullets per minute. When the troops are equal, the firepower density of the volley is only 1/4~1/5 of the opponent's.

The artillery performance of both sides is similar. They are both steel-hooked field guns derived from Napoleon's cannons. The Austrian Imperial Army has slightly more artillery, about 1,300, but the soldiers are poorly trained and the overall artillery firepower output is at the same level.

This is just a comparison on paper, the Austrian Imperial Army has already fallen into a disadvantage.

Considering that the Prussian army is well-trained, brave and good at fighting, and the officers and soldiers have a high will to fight, the balance of victory will naturally tilt...

"If a man wants to die, even gods can't do anything about it." Richard shook his head gently, his clear eyes looking far away in the direction of the Austrian left-wing regiment.

He knew that the Austrian army was so arrogant and arrogant, and that the Austrian army regiment of more than 120,000 people (nearly 10,000 reinforcements were added in one day) would be in serious trouble.

(End of chapter)

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