Tang Qi Tan

Chapter 504 Untitled
With the fall of the city of Dijon, Prince Conté, a member of the royal family, disappeared; the Burgundian dynasty in the city of Seine not only lost the birthplace of the family that they believed to be rising, but also completely lost control of the western provinces.Especially after the loss of the assembled provincial legions in the Battle of Dijon.

Whether it is the surrounding provinces such as Champagne and Ardennes, or the Franche-Comté and Burgundy/Grand Crown; most of the remaining cities and towns have basically lost their strength and courage to resist the Free Army.Almost scrambling to declare their location as an undefended place.

Like a young woman in disheveled clothes who is forced to open her arms, full of apprehension, suppleness and helplessness, waiting for the occupation and conquest of outsiders.In fact, as the news of the demise of Prince Conte and his legions spread, there was also a wave of fleeing cities along the way.

Mainly the families of the old nobles of the kingdom, officials, businessmen, etc. who are closely related to them; squeezed and driven by a certain invisible atmosphere, they are like mice on a sinking ship, carrying all the soft things that can be realized, Take your family and escape from the city and countryside where you live.

But there are few exceptions.When about [-] supplementary companies, nearly [-] recruits, and six suppression/garrison regiments, arrived in the Burgundy region/crown territory one after another; March along the road.

It took only three days to pass through the Franche-Comté Grand Crown, forced to surrender the remaining defenders in Besançon, and captured the royal branch of Prince Comté, other members of the Robert family .In other words, they were kidnapped and sent out by the defenders in the city.

These even include the wife of Prince Comte, sister Rebecca who is currently in charge of the Marquis of Alsace; and Mary Noel, the youngest daughter of the Duke of Lorraine/Duke who stayed in the city as a marriage partner; but the Besançon defenders It was another local nobleman who led the surrender.

Compared with Prince Kongtai, an outsider, a member of the Weltai clan, an ancient family that has been in decline for many years, when Jiang Tian asked the specific reason, the other party's answer was also very interesting: "I am just an abandoned son who is destined to be abandoned, so I can only try to sell myself for a good price."

At the same time, as far away as the Central Plateau/Central Region of the Kingdom, the Loiret County of the Grand Crown of Loire.The Fontenay Abbey of the Cistercian Order, one of the many religious orders affiliated to the Church of the Kingdom, also welcomed a group of visitors with angry horses and fresh clothes.

The big-nosed Cyrano, dressed in a gorgeous robe embroidered with lace, stepped out of a four-wheeled carriage proudly; immediately some servants put down the small stools for the feet, and others brought the soaked ones. towel; then he looked around for a moment, then snorted softly through his nostrils,
Immediately afterwards, he came to the other side of the carriage, and graciously stretched the spotless white glove into the door that had been opened by the servant; then a slender lace glove was placed on it, and he pulled it out A well-dressed young woman is Krosanna.

She was wearing a tight-breasted beige silk tutu, which looked very graceful; she also combed her hair in small and complicated spiral curls, the most popular among noble women in the capital.Only at the moment when he saw Cyrano, would there be a kind of indescribable inexplicable tenderness in his eyes.

At this moment, Cyrano is also like a distinguished admirer and pursuer; there is no one else around, only his eyes are full of fascination and intoxication.In fact, he only needs to imitate the daily demeanor of the most hated and ridiculed Marquis of Valvi, who is also a potential rival.

Of course, in his heart, he was extremely grateful and thankful for the cover identity arranged by the Free Army Field Company.That's right, to everyone's surprise, Krosanna, who was rescued from the monastery, accepted the recruitment of the field company and became a spy.

I don't know if after experiencing the silence and darkness in the convent, she has become particularly eager for excitement and change; Krosanna, who was once keen on drama scripts and stage performances, but because of her identity, almost exceeded expectations. Most of the assessment and study, enter the internship.

Because it is rare to gather a group of low-ranking nobles and low-level priests who agree with the concept of the Free Army in this company, as well as special personnel/professionals selected from all walks of life and various social classes to act as guides.Responsible for providing various cover identities and detailed training.

And Cyrano also gave up the solicitation from the special service company and the gendarmerie company on the grounds of protecting her personal safety nearby; she took the initiative to join the newly formed field company, just to continue to get the opportunity to get along with her day and night.Now is their first official mission.

Take a pair of escaped aristocratic men and women from the outskirts of the capital region; Baron Carroll from Loiret, and Mrs. Christina, who was born as a court lady.In fact, even the ostensible cover identities of the pair actually existed in the kingdom's coat of arms.

Because the couple could no longer bear the oppressive atmosphere in the capital, through the secret channel for refuge southward provided by the imperial ceremonial officer Rafaro; Lived the comfortable life of two places and two flights.

And Mrs. Christina, as a former court lady, is also the lover of a certain minister of the imperial council; but in the end she actually chose the unattractive and bankrupt Baron Carroll.In exchange for the asylum of the Free Army, it did provide a lot of useful news and inside information.

In fact, just being able to get the opportunity to get along day and night and have daily contact under the cover of a lover; for Cyrano, who confesses his ugly appearance, it is already a great happiness and touch.So he can have no flaws and enjoy playing an extremely admired suitor.

However, when facing the priest of the monastery who came out to greet him with a smile on his face, he regained his indifference and arrogance of being thousands of miles away.But under the charm of hundreds of big crown gold coins sent to worship in advance; these local monks surrounded the noble couple like a spring breeze.

But a moment later, in front of the ancient and magnificent altar, after completing the routine mass and sacraments.Faced with Cyrano's request, the priest in the parish showed embarrassment: "My lord, generous and pious, now is not the right time to hold the traditional pilgrimage to the Holy Land."

"Of course I know the current state of the kingdom." However, Cyrano said with his nostrils turned upwards: "But this is the only way to show our piety and sincerity. Naturally, I have enough confidence to ensure this journey safe, with the assistance of the Order."

"May God bless, the piety of the Lord and Madam is naturally impeccable." The priest in the church continued to persuade, "However, the thieves and rebels who are rising in the kingdom today don't mind blasphemy at all." Holy, many sanctuaries have been devastated."

"In this case, my guardian knight, don't make it difficult for these kind monks." Closana, who covered her face with a white veil, finally said: "Perhaps, we can change the plan a little bit, and in the holy place far away from the world . Bruno's Path, for a short tour."

"My dear lady, thank you for your understanding." The parish priest, who was wearing sackcloth and bald, suddenly changed his face, but said solemnly, "Nowadays, the wilderness of the kingdom is no longer safe. There are often forest patrollers, loggers and burners. Carbon Man, report sightings of large beasts."

"Then I'll take another step back." Klosana prayed on the spot, holding her heart in her hands: "Can I go directly to Bourges, where Saint Bruno, the patron saint of the family, rests?" The monastery, for the final pilgrimage and sacrament, is also my personal wish."

"Well!" the parish priest reluctantly said: "But the Abbey of Bourges is located in the mountains, and the road is difficult and difficult to approach; although it used to belong to the Cistercian branch of our Fontenay Abbey, it is now owned by the Chartres order. The monks are permanently stationed there, so we need to send someone to contact them."

"That's also good." Cyrano said impatiently immediately: "Please also provide a list of the current personnel in the monastery. Since it is rare to come this once, I have to express it; at least let me be a member of the monastery For each ascetic monk, provide a suit of clothing and food for half a month."

"May God bless you, pious and generous Sir." The priest of the church praised and thanked without hesitation: because this also means that the Fontenay Abbey can also receive more material gifts.This is really important to the monk group who are currently short of supplies.

After all, there are some daily necessities that even if you have money, you may not be able to buy them.The Fontenay Abbey is the largest monastery in the county, and there are two or three hundred members with holy ranks, and there are even more affiliated members such as monks, apprentices, servants, and resident believers.

The main purpose of the Cistercianism is escapism and abstinence from the world, as well as intensive farming of land and agriculture, especially known for being good at cultivating grapes and making wine.Under the current situation, not only is most of the source of income of the order cut off, but it is also coveted by thieves and bandits who are rising everywhere.

In addition, the monastery also accommodated many senior believers who had followed for a long time, and had to assemble and train some monks to guard against potential threats.In contrast, just escorting and leading a nobleman to a branch monastery in the mountains for worship and sacrament; it seems an insignificant price.

At the same time, Cyrano and Krosanna exchanged another look inadvertently.Now that they have successfully induced the cooperation and guidance of these local monks, their next task of finding someone will be smoother.You can even take the opportunity to send people first to conduct investigations and spying.

(End of this chapter)