dognovel Chapter 453 I'm here to make money, not to risk my life
Chapter 453 I'm here to make money, not to risk my life
In the Governor's Mansion in Berg, the capital of Bayirot, Bayirot sat in front of a table piled with documents and letters, looking at the letters for help scattered on the table, and wiped his face in despair. His eyes were full of annoyance and helplessness, and he regretted it in his heart.
"I was so foolish that I sent the local standing army to Ludwig to fight. If I had known the situation would turn out like this, I would have just used some serfs to deal with it and let the army stay by my side to guard the Governor's Mansion. It would not have ended up like this."
Governor Bayirot muttered to himself, his voice full of regret.
"Governor, there is news from the Governor of Saxony."
At this time, the deputy hurriedly pushed the door open with a trace of fatigue and helplessness on his face.
"How is it? Did they say they would send troops over?"
Upon hearing this, Governor Bayirot immediately stood up, a glimmer of expectation flashed in his eyes, and he asked impatiently.
"Well... He said that he is in a difficult situation right now. There are riots everywhere in his jurisdiction, and he can't spare too many troops. However, for the sake of his former colleagues, he will still send 500 people to support us."
The deputy lowered his head slightly and spoke carefully.
"Hey!"
When Governor Bayirod heard this, he sat down on his chair like a deflated ball, leaning back with a look of frustration on his face.
"Sir, I think that in order to save your life, you should quickly gather the residents of the surrounding villages and towns into the city, arm them, and then quickly ask His Majesty for help. After all, the situation is critical now, and more strength means more protection."
The deputy looked at Governor Bayirot's expression and hurriedly suggested.
"Ask for help? Humph, do you think the emperor will agree? The emperor said that if he hears news that the war is not going well again, he will be sent directly to accompany the chancellor!" Governor Bayirot angrily rejected the proposal, his eyes revealing a hint of fear and helplessness.
"But given the current situation, we must do something no matter what, sir. Otherwise, our heads will be hanging in the balance."
The deputy frowned and said anxiously.
"Alas, you can't just ask for help. No one will care if you don't have money. I spent real money to buy this position of governor. I haven't enjoyed much power yet, but I have to fulfill this damn obligation."
Governor Bayirot sighed, a trace of unwillingness flashing in his eyes.
"The emperor is also mentally challenged. He always thinks that killing a chicken to scare the monkey can solve the problem. Before, the army loyal to him still had some deterrent effect. Now, the army has been sent out to fight. If he kills the nobles who represent the seal at this time, will those nobles still sincerely help him? I'm afraid it will force him to die early!"
Governor Bayrot became more and more angry as he spoke, and he stood up and paced back and forth in the room.
"Sir, what do you think we should do next?"
The deputy looked at Governor Bayirot, waiting for his instructions.
"Forget it, forget it. Since the emperor won't let us ask for help, let's just do as you say. Quickly gather the residents of the surrounding villages and towns into the city, arm them, and hold out as long as possible."
Governor Bayirot shook his head helplessly and waved his hand to signal his deputy to start making arrangements.
Just then, a soldier said outside the door:
"Governor, there is a letter from the imperial capital!"
When Governor Bayirod heard this, he immediately stood up. The letter from the imperial capital meant a letter from the emperor, which meant that the emperor had noticed the situation here.
"Let the messenger in."
Governor Bayrot said anxiously.
Soon the messenger came in, handed the letter to Governor Bayirot, and then quietly left. Governor Bayirot couldn't wait to open the letter, only to see that it read:
"As the governor's jurisdiction in the southernmost part of the imperial capital, I require you to stop the Mitlan army in your jurisdiction. The standing army stationed in the imperial capital will be here soon. If anything goes wrong, you will be beheaded in public."
"Well, it's over."
When Governor Bayirot saw the letter, his eyes went dark and he almost fainted. Fortunately, his deputy was quick to hold him up and prevented the back of his head from having a "close contact" with the floor.
The deputy quickly asked:
"Sir, what should we do?"
Governor Bayirot paused for a moment and said helplessly:
"What else can we do? Even if the imperial capital rides here, it will take half a month. It will take another month to wait for the army. Can we defend this small city?"
The deputy frowned and said:
"Then...then we can only prepare first and see how the situation develops?"
Governor Bayrot sighed and said:
"Get ready. There's nothing we can do about it. I hope the troops from the imperial capital can arrive soon."
A few days later, when Governor Bayerod, wearing armor, saw a large number of John's troops outside the city, he was speechless.
At this time, a White Wolf Knight came out from the opposite side and shouted loudly:
"Governor Bayilott, our army is very tired after the long journey and needs to rest in the city. We also need a hundred carriages of food. If you don't agree, we will execute all the city officials!"
Governor Bayirot widened his eyes and asked:
"How can our small town supply so much food? Aren't you trying to kill us?"
The White Wolf Knight sneered:
"Well, that's your business. If you don't agree, you can expect to be executed."
Governor Bayrot said anxiously:
"Can't you be more lenient?"
The White Wolf Knight said bluntly:
"Impossible, prepare it for us now, or you will regret it later."
Just when Governor Bayirod was at a loss, a messenger suddenly came to the city wall.
A soldier took the letter and handed it to Governor Bayirot. Governor Bayirot took the letter, read the contents of the letter, and showed excitement on his face.
The letter read:
"At the request of His Majesty the Emperor, troops have been sent to Sur, Gera, and Chemnitz to provide support. They will arrive in one day. Please make sure to hold on."
Governor Bayirot said excitedly:
"There is always a way out. Reinforcements will be arriving soon."
At the same time he thought:
"Why not pretend to agree to their request and meet some of their conditions first, and then catch them all in one fell swoop when the reinforcements arrive."
Then Governor Bayrot said to the White Wolf Knight outside the city:
"Sir Knight, your conditions are difficult to meet at the moment. Why don't you stay outside and rest for a day? We will provide food, and then you can go into the city and rest once a place to stay is ready."
The White Wolf Knight hesitated for a moment and said:
"Humph, you better not play any tricks, we won't let you off easily."
Governor Bayirot said quickly:
"No, no, we will definitely do as you ask."
Looking at the White Wolf Knights and their army outside the city, Governor Bayirot said to his deputy:
"Send another messenger outside the city to inquire about the reinforcements. Once the reinforcements arrive, we will take action. We must not let these people leave here."