in2ebook Chapter 154 The Final Battle
Chapter 154 The Final Battle
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This village is Donremi, where Joan of Arc is located. Because it is at the junction of Lorraine and Champagne, its geographical location is somewhat ambiguous.
In the last simulation, the reason why Joan of Arc was obsessed with fighting the British to the end, even to the point of being somewhat paranoid, may also be related to the fact that her hometown was once plundered by the British.
He was heartened.
With just two different choices, he was sure that the results of this simulation would be very different from the last time.
Without any hesitation, just choose the first option.
[As someone who has been reborn once, you are well aware of the extraordinary qualities of Jeanne Darc. You received her and poured unreserved trust into her. You taught her writing, granted her the status of a knight, and allowed her to interact with you. The ministers learned to handle government affairs. 】
[You recognize Joan of Arc’s commanding ability on the battlefield, but think she lacks political sensitivity, and intend to focus on cultivating her in this aspect. 】
In front of Lothar's eyes, scenes of the Crown Prince and Jeanne's daily life began to emerge.
Eat at the same table.
At the top of the castle of Chinon, we were laughing and chatting.
She was affectionately called "Dear Joan of Arc".
She also naughtily gave Charles the nickname "Little Flag" because the flag of the French royal family was in the hands of the British, which meant that she would regain victory for Prince Charles.
She got along well with everyone, even the Dauphin's wife, Marie of Anjou, was willing to bathe with her and sleep in the same bed.
Lothar looked at this scene with a complicated expression.
At this time, Joan of Arc was still very immature, and her speech was full of the innocence of girlhood.
Only in the knight's competition field will she reveal her outstanding fighting talent and ability.
Although the appearance can still be seen to be similar to that of his retinue Knight Yao, their speech and behavior seem to be completely different.
Ten years can completely change a person.
And how many decades has Jeanne experienced? Did it become what it is now?
[You instructed the bishops to preach the holy name of Joan of Arc to unite people's hearts, and her seemingly innate personality charm also infected everyone who met her]
[On this day, the Duke of Bedford, the regent of England in France, personally led an army to attack the city of Orleans. Charles I, Duke of Orleans, wrote to you to ask for help]
You decide:
A. Borrow money from your mother-in-law, Lady Yolanda of Aragon, recruit an army, and lead the expedition yourself.
B. Borrow money from his mother-in-law, recruit a large army, appoint Joan of Arc as commander-in-chief, and have full authority to command the battle.
C. In the name of "supporting Orleans", levy an additional tax on the vassals and the three-level parliaments, train more troops, but stay put for the time being.
The day has finally arrived!
Lothar thought for a moment and then decided to choose the second option.
Regardless of the name, as long as he has not been crowned, the vassals and parliament have reasons to reject it. Moreover, from a legal perspective, Henry VI on the other side of the strait does have more claim to the throne of France than he does.
As for standing still?
Don't talk nonsense. Orleans is the Armagnac faction, which can also be called the "royalist". It is the last and largest stronghold in the north. Once it falls, he will really be alone.
By then, the best outcome for him would be to be a country lord, and he would always be on guard against the assassination that would come to him one day.
[Your mother-in-law generously gave you a large sum of money. You used this money to recruit a thousand armored soldiers, and led 500 standing troops under your command, totaling 1,500 people, to march towards Orleans]
[During the battle, you and Joan of Arc, who held high the golden iris on a white background, fought side by side and charged at the front. Before the English longbowmen could lay down their horses and stakes, you led the army and rushed in, killing them. The army will be defeated]
[The garrison troops surrounded in Orleans also took advantage of the situation to counterattack]
[In this battle, the enemy lost four thousand people, while your army lost less than a hundred people]
[Because of your brave battle with Joan of Arc, your personal prestige has been greatly increased. The Duke of Orleans personally went out of the city, knelt down on one knee, and kissed the back of your hand to show his allegiance]
[This battle greatly inspired the fighting enthusiasm of the French who were unwilling to surrender to the British, and swept away the haze brought by the Battle of Agincourt to the French]
[The outstanding military talent shown by Joan of Arc in this battle, as well as her innate keen judgment on the battlefield situation, have been unanimously recognized and supported by your generals]
Having won this great victory, your ministers believe that you should return to the court in Bourges, gather your vassals and soldiers, and prepare to regain the lost territory.
Because even if the army led by Duke Befort was severely damaged and it would be difficult to form another army in a short period of time, the Duke of Burgundy was also an extremely powerful opponent.
You decide:
A. Withdraw troops and return to Bourges
B. Continue to march and regain Paris
C. Follow Joan of Arc’s advice and go to Reims to be crowned king.
Lothar fell into thought.
Now, his personal prestige is undoubtedly much stronger than the last simulation. Perhaps he no longer has to go to Reims to be crowned to declare his legitimacy and then counterattack Paris like last time.
The British at that time must have been well prepared for defense.
But now, the main force of the British army has been damaged, and the Duke of Burgundy is likely to choose to stand still because of his letter.
But this is undoubtedly a big gamble. If Paris fails to be captured in the first time and is supported by the Duke of Burgundy with troops, the outcome will be worrying.
Bet!
Anyway, there is another chance.
[You choose to summon all the vassals in Orleans and the troops they wish to send. However, except for the Armagnac lords of Orleans, most of the southern vassals are still in a wait-and-see attitude, citing that the crown prince does not have the right to summon an army. , rejected your recruitment order]
[You have no choice but to lead the army and the vassals in Orleans who are willing to support you and march towards Paris]
[The towns along the way opened their gates to welcome you. Everywhere you went, you sent troops to kill bandits and bandits, and upheld justice for the civilians in villages and towns, earning you the nickname "The Just One\