I was a knight in the Middle Ages

Chapter 389: Divided Alliance

"Lord Alpha, we only brought such a small number of knights, can we really solve the problem?" Fanxing stood beside Alpha, frowning, her eyes full of anxiety. She was not only Alpha's maid, but also his personal doctor. Her long-term companionship made her extremely concerned about Alpha's safety, and every potential danger could tug at her heartstrings.

Alpha's arrangement for dealing with the crisis in Mining City this time really worried her. He only led Quintiles' Rage Knights and Monkey's Shadow Knights, with a total of no more than a thousand people. But the current situation is so serious. Mining City is under threat from the joint forces of the Pirate Alliance and the Ottoman Empire. This little force is too weak in front of the two major forces, like a mantis trying to stop a chariot, vulnerable to a single blow.

"This crisis is probably not simple, and it may be difficult to resolve it with force alone. Even if we try our best, we can't resist the attacks of either the Pirate Alliance or the Ottoman Empire." After receiving the request for help from the mining city, Alpha felt an unprecedented pressure in his heart. He knew that the strength of these two empires was terrifying, and neither of them was something he could contend with at the moment. Now that they had joined forces to attack, the death threat that was like a mountain pressing down on his head weighed heavily on his heart.

"Lord Alpha, they are so powerful, it is impossible for them to covet our little piece of land, right? They must have other purposes, right?" Mingyue hid timidly in Alpha's arms, her voice soft but full of curiosity. Her words, like a flash of inspiration, instantly illuminated Alpha's thoughts.

"Yes, Mingyue is right." Alpha suddenly woke up from his dream and realized that the enemy's intentions were not as simple as they seemed. The Ottoman Empire was a superpower spanning three continents, Europe, Asia and Africa, with a territory beyond imagination. Looking at their own territory, it was insignificant, not even one-tenth of Greece, which they had easily given up. So it seemed that they had a deeper purpose in mobilizing so many troops.

Alpha subconsciously hugged Mingyue tightly, his excitement was beyond words, as if he had grasped the key to the problem. But in a flash, he fell into deep thought again. The intentions of the Ottoman Empire were really puzzling. What on earth were they planning?

As for the pirate alliance led by Spain and the Netherlands, Alpha, with his keen insight, guessed that their purpose was to break his native core and put him in a dilemma of losing both sides, thus being isolated and helpless. They wanted to cut off his foundation and make him lose his foothold, so that they could easily control the situation.

It is puzzling why the Pirate Alliance and the Ottoman Empire united? After all, the two sides do not have many direct conflicts at present, and in some areas, they can even be said to be indifferent to each other. However, if we look at it from a more macro perspective, this is actually a delicate relationship between the rise of one giant and the fall of another giant.

The Pirate Alliance was like a rising star, expanding wildly overseas and occupying a large number of colonies. Their fleets roamed the seas, relying on advanced navigation technology and powerful military force to become the absolute overlord of the sea. Those warships seemed to be their sharp blades to dominate the ocean. Even the powerful Ottoman Empire could hardly compete with the fleet of the Pirate Alliance in the vast ocean.

The Ottoman Empire was also a giant on land. Its territory was vast, stretching from the Balkan Peninsula in Europe to Asia Minor in Asia, and then to the northern coast of Africa. Its army was even more powerful, with well-trained soldiers and sophisticated weapons and equipment. Even old empires such as France, Germany and Tsarist Russia did not dare to confront it head-on. On land, the Ottoman Empire was an undisputed powerhouse.

Now, the Pirate Alliance is preparing to extend its hands to this area. According to common sense, the two sides should be in a tit-for-tat hostile relationship, but the reality is just the opposite. They have come together and become partners. Alpha frowned and continued to talk to himself, finding it difficult to understand all this.

However, when Alpha delves into the historical and political background, he may be able to find some explanations. The rise of the Pirate Alliance does not seem to have a direct conflict with the Ottoman Empire, but in fact, it poses a potential threat to the Ottoman Empire.

Although the two sides have not yet engaged in direct combat, the future situation is full of variables, and no one can guarantee that this peace will last forever. The Ottoman Empire may have been keenly aware of this, and cooperating with the Pirate Alliance may gain some strategic advantages, such as balancing other potential enemies through the alliance, or avoiding being isolated and helpless in possible future conflicts.

In addition, political and economic interests may also play a key role in this alliance. The two sides may have common interests in certain areas, such as trade. They can cooperate to open up more trade routes, share resources, and jointly explore new markets. Or they may have a common goal in jointly confronting other forces. Through cooperation, they can enhance their strength and status and occupy a more advantageous position on the international stage.

This seemingly unusual alliance also reflects the complexity and volatility of international relations. In the real world, the relationship between countries and forces is not always based on a simple distinction between friends and enemies, but is influenced and driven by a variety of factors. Political decisions are often the result of weighing the pros and cons. Even in seemingly contradictory situations, cooperation may become a strategic choice. All parties repeatedly weigh the balance of interests and are willing to make peace with their former opponents in order to maximize their own interests.

Of course, it may not be easy for an individual like Alpha to understand this complex alliance relationship. His confusion also reflects the confusion of ordinary people when facing complex international situations. In this ever-changing world, every decision may affect the fate of countless people, and it is not easy to find a way out of this complex situation.

The night enveloped the slowly moving carriage, and the dim light flickered in the carriage, lengthening and shortening the figures of Alpha, Fanxing and Mingyue. Fanxing sat behind Alpha and gently patted his back. Although she did not understand the profound political games and the principles of international relations, her woman's intuition and insight into life made her understand that the alliance between the Pirate Alliance and the Ottoman Empire must have hidden purposes. She carefully chose her words and whispered, "Lord Alpha, what if they just promised some benefits they wanted?"

Alpha's eyes were originally fixed on the unknown darkness ahead. He nodded slightly in thought after hearing this. His thoughts were instantly pulled back to this complicated situation, and he began to analyze: "The Pirate Alliance wants to destroy us so that they can occupy all the territory of Greece. However, if they succeed, they will be bordering the Ottoman Empire, and conflicts will inevitably occur, which will not benefit the Ottoman Empire in any way." His voice was low and powerful, and every word seemed to be sorting out this tangled situation.

"The Ottoman Empire is not short of territory, and their strength is known for their powerful knights and magicians. So, what benefits did the Pirate Alliance promise to make the Ottoman Empire excited?" Alpha muttered to himself, all kinds of information about the Ottoman Empire flashing quickly in his mind.

Alpha had studied the reasons why the Ottoman Empire was so powerful and knew that they had a unique magic energy pool. That magical energy pool could quickly restore magic and fighting spirit, which had always fascinated him. He was eager to study this magic energy pool in depth, and hoped that one day he could combine it with the magic gun to create a firearm that ordinary people could use, so that more people would have the ability to protect themselves and fight. However, all this was like a mirage. He knew very little about the magic energy pool and had no clear research direction.

"Lord Alpha, I heard that the rise of the Ottoman Empire was due to magic, but it seems that its decline was also due to magic. They relied too much on the magic energy pool, which resulted in almost no magicians being able to cast magic freely. They had to rely on the magic energy pool to cast magic." Mingyue sat aside, her voice clear but a little cautious. She had studied the history of the rise of the Ottoman Empire, otherwise she would not have known these secret details.

"Mingyue, how did you know?" Alpha turned his head suddenly, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, as if he had caught a ray of light in the darkness.

"The magic academy I saw was the one established by Mr. Darwin in the Science and Technology City." Mingyue's cheeks flushed slightly as she explained a little embarrassedly. Mingyue and Fanxing had both studied at this magic academy. Although they had no magical talent and could not cast magical spells like real magicians, they read a lot of related books eagerly and accumulated a wealth of knowledge.

"They want a breakthrough, they want magic gun technology, and our Technology City happens to have this technology, and the Pirate Alliance also has this technology." Alpha's eyes brightened instantly, and he finally realized the crux of the problem.

The Ottoman Empire has no shortage of territory or money. In this world, what they desire is the power that can make them strong again, and their magic gun just meets their requirements. The emergence of the magic gun broke the pattern of traditional military force, which is undoubtedly an extremely attractive choice for the Ottoman Empire that is eager to break through the difficulties.

"You two have really helped me a lot. Tell me, what reward do you want?" At this moment, Alpha's confusion suddenly dissipated as if blown away by a gust of wind. He felt extremely happy, and finally understood the motives of the Ottoman Empire. With a clear direction, Alpha believed that he could solve this difficult problem in a targeted manner. He turned his head and looked at the stars and the bright moon, his eyes full of gratitude and tenderness.

"Lord Alpha, we are already very happy to help you solve your problems. You don't need any reward." Fanxing could not hide her excitement. Her eyes were shining. Being able to help Alpha in this matter that concerned the major situation was an invaluable opportunity for her. This sense of satisfaction was far more real than any material reward.

"Lord Alpha, I...I want to be your woman." Mingyue shyly lay in Alpha's arms, her voice as soft as a mosquito, her cheeks as red as ripe apples. Her heartbeat accelerated rapidly, she was nervous and looking forward to Alpha's response.

"Okay, I promise you all." Alpha was in a very good mood, and his body couldn't help but be aroused by the two people's actions. The atmosphere in the carriage instantly became ambiguous and warm. Not long after, the carriage began to sway regularly. The outside world seemed to be isolated by an invisible barrier. No one came to disturb Alpha's carriage. They were immersed in this warm moment that belonged to each other.

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"Monkey, have everyone stop and rest, and prepare to go to Kerreli. We are not going to the mining city." Alpha sat upright on his horse, his posture was straight, his tone was firm, and his voice was loud, as if he was announcing an unquestionable decision to the world. At this moment, he seemed to have understood the mystery of the situation. His brows that were originally furrowed with worry had been relaxed, replaced by a sense of relief and calmness.

"Master Alpha, what happened? Aren't we going to rescue the mining city?" Monkey's face was full of doubts, and his eyes were full of confusion. He looked at Alpha's happy face, and his eyes involuntarily glanced at the carriage, as if he wanted to find the answer from there.

After all, the mining city means a lot to them. It is the first city that they have worked together and carefully built on this land. Every brick and stone embodies their hard work and sweat and carries their hopes and dreams.

"We have a limited number of people, so it won't be very useful if we go." Alpha pulled the reins and spoke slowly, his voice steady and calm, analyzing the current situation at a leisurely pace. His eyes were full of wisdom and determination, as if he could see through this complex battle situation and see the direction of the future.

Looking back on his past experiences, Alpha had demonstrated his outstanding military talents in countless battles, and most of the time he was able to defeat a larger force with a smaller one, creating amazing results. Those brilliant victories made him famous, and also made his subordinates full of trust and admiration for him.