Ferrara is not big, but it has a very different importance from its size. In addition to its sensitive terrain and a long history of unification, it also has a very jealous advantage, that is, the city is located in the center of the Po River Delta.

The Po River crosses the entire Northern Italy from west to east. The Po River, which runs through the northern plains from the Alps, not only creates abundant water sources and improves geology along the coast, but also brings convenient river transportation to the entire Northern Italy.

Then, after flowing through more than a dozen cities of big and small, the Po River poured into the sea from the mouth of the Adriatic Sea.

The last section of this river about 200 Falichang is also the section with the most abundant water sources in the Po River.

Several different rivers will flow into the Po River one after another, making the largest river in northern Italy seem even more majestic in an instant. The places where several rivers gather, as time goes by, naturally form a delta grain-producing area with abundant land.

And Ferrara is in the central part of this rich area.

Thinking about these Alexander suddenly felt that the Ferrara people were really lucky.

The long history guaranteed their relationship with many aristocratic city-states, which put them on a layer of self-protection armor. At least when someone tried to annex them, he always had to worry about the ideas of other Italian aristocrats, and the rich land resources and water transportation environment brought them enough wealth.

Although he is very close to Venice, Ferrara's situation is obviously much better than Pisa.

However, the arrival of this de Ticon made Alexander feel something strange.

The conversation with the Messenger of Ferrara was enough, and Alexander did not want to go further.

Whether Ferrara tried to form an alliance with Montina or was preparing to do something else, Alexander felt that these were inappropriate for the time being.

The Venetians' compromise did not mean that it was their cowardice, but because the Ottomans were coming, they had to devote all their energy to resistance to the possible mass invasion of the pagans.

If he rashly interferes in Ferrara's affairs, the Venetians will find it difficult to bear the appearance of Ferrara who is an alliance with the enemy around him.

By that time, once the Venetians decide to intervene, the originally buffering place between Montina and Venice may disappear.

Of course, Alexander was not afraid of Venetians. He knew that Venice was not in a good situation today.

The long-standing relationship with the Holy See has always kept them isolated. Regardless of whether the Vatican is prestige is much worse than before, those "papas" who are more suitable as politicians than as popes can always find ways to find alliances. No matter what the purpose is, their war with Venice has never stopped.

But although Alexander did not want to have a conflict with the Venetians directly, this did not mean that he was not interested in Gallo de Ticon's suggestions.

The Po River Delta is one of the largest grain-producing areas in northern Italy. Just as Agri has the same meaning for southern Italy, the food in the Po River Delta has greatly affected the life of many northern cities.

Moreover, because Northern Italy is inland and far away from the coastline, it does not have enough fishery support, so it depends on food.

It is precisely because of this that Alexander seems more cautious in dealing with Ferrara.

He knew that the Venetians did not quietly influence the south as he used Agri's grain production land, and they also used the food in the Po River Triangle to exert influence on the north.

So whether it is Ferrara or the Po River Triangle, it is too sensitive to the Venetians.

This made Alexander admire his father-in-law and started a war for his son. However, at that time, Rovery had already become the pope, and Alexander did not have this strength at this time.

Speaking of strength, Alexander had a headache.

One of the direct effects of the war with the Genoese on him was that the Genoese soldiers who had already been sent to him had become waste for a moment.

Thinking about having more than 1,000 people in hand but cannot use them, and there are more than 1,000 people who have not yet been settled, Alexander couldn't help but feel a little anxious.

In late October, the weather was completely cooler. The originally beautiful field was covered with a layer of autumn bleakness and more and more fallen leaves, especially on the road leading to the gate of Montina Castle, it was like a thick yellow blanket was covered with, and the original color of the ground was not visible at all.

The Ferrara people came and left, and both sides knew that it was impossible to reach any result at the beginning, but de Ticon was impressed by Alexander's army.

After watching the training of Montina's army, the messenger's eyes became more interested in looking at Alexander. In his opinion, this newly rising local aristocrat was obviously a fanatical supporter of military expansion. Although he did not know how powerful his armed forces, which seemed to be completely different from other armies, judging from his various actions, this man was a qualified disruptor.

At least the situation in Romagna and Tuscany became more colorful and confusing with the appearance of this person.

The messenger of Ferrara came and left, which did not affect Montina, and everyone was still living their own lives.

Ofulei, who had returned to Montina, was initially a little annoyed that he had not caught up with the re-engagement of Cargino, but later, when he heard that some changes might happen to Genoa, he just didn't care about this matter so much.

However, Ofulei did not stay in Montina for long. He didn't even have the chance to run under the window of the craftsman's house to seduce the craftsman's daughter, so he was sent out by Alexander.

This time, Ofulei's destination is the northeast border.

There, with the more than 1,000 Genoeses who were sent there before, it was impossible for Alexander to let them waste his food in vain, so he decided to take advantage of this rare time to let Ofulei train these Genoeses.

There were also a group of selected soldiers who went to the northeast border with Ofulei. These earliest peacock soldiers were models and models for Alexander's training of the new army. These people have now become the backbone of Montina's army. Whether they are encouraging morale and stabilizing formations during the most difficult battles, or becoming role models for other soldiers during normal training, these peacock soldiers who were ridiculed before have established their prestige in the army.

Alexander did not expect all soldiers to be the same as those backbone soldiers poured out of the same mold. After all, it took too long and he didn't have that much time.

He only needs his army to hold on for a short while than his opponent when fighting against the enemy, or even five minutes.

According to the famous saying of a famous military strategist in later generations, the five minutes that decides the outcome of a battle is often the one that can persist.

Constantine came to news that he was now lobbying everywhere in Genoa with his uncle.

It was obvious that Cargino's one corruption and one platoon had some impact on the reputation of the governor's family. The Genoese nobles who had previously supported the regaining of Montina's power began to hesitate.

Their willingness to support them was because of the ambiguous attitude of the Lovere family. Now that Barenti is in Montina, they see another signal.

Constantine and his uncle visited many people and spent a lot of money, but they were not just trying to speak nice things to Montina.

It was obvious that the people of the Cargino family were too anxious. After climbing to the throne of the governor, they immediately tried to expand the power of the big family. For this, they even took risks to test the attitude of the Lovere family.

This time, it was obviously really angering Old Rovere. He originally thought that he could live in peace with Cargino by sending his brothers, and even for this, he acquiesced to the Cargino family to send troops to Montina.

But the final result was not satisfactory.

Alexander not only unexpectedly defeated Cargirno in the field, but even when he learned that he was going to attack Pisa, he once acted as a decisive battle with Cargirno in Tuscany.

This made Lao Luowei look at this "son-in-law" a little different.

But what really annoyed Old Rovere was that after he sent his daughter to Montina, Cargirno still ignored the signal he had released that he had been so obviously partial to Alexander, and even wanted to attack Pisa in one fell swoop.

Old Rovere didn't care about Pisa, after all, Pisa was not under his control, not to mention that there was a woman named Bogia there.

Old Rovere was angry that the Cargino family obviously tried to challenge his authority, which he decided that he could not allow.

Send your brother and son to Genoa, and then leave your daughter to Montina to make sure it has enough impact on Alexander, and then wait for the best time.

Old Rovery hid calmly in his office in the Vatican and manipulated the big net he knitting.

The news from Constantine was very simple. After some bargaining, he had already received support from some Genoa MPs and family, while more people expressed their lack of interest in some people that might happen.

This can be seen as rejection, of course, it can also be seen as acquiescent and bystander. As for the final attitude, it is entirely determined by the result of the matter.

Constantine seemed to be very dissatisfied with the slipperyness of those people. In the letter, he cursed Barenti for their despicable behavior and low character.

Barenti didn't pay attention to her brother's complaints. She only cared about what promises and prices Constantine had paid to those people.

When he saw Constantine promised them that they could purchase goods from the trade alliance at a price of only half a percent higher than his chamber of commerce, Barenti looked at Alexander, who was silently sitting across from the opposite side and looking at her reading the letter.

"I really don't know what to say about Constantine's behavior," said Barenti, somewhat angry. "He actually allowed those people to stock up at such a low price. You must know that we only obtained such a low supply after paying enough prices. But those people can get only one-half percent of the goods higher than us without doing anything. It is too unfair to us."

"But in this way your father can get the whole of Genoa," Alexander felt it was necessary to remind Barenti. "You must know that making money requires paying. I think you should learn from the Fugers family in this regard and see the money they invested in the emperor. A large part of the investment did not return, but the Fugers family insisted on doing this because they had a much further vision than others."

"This is impossible to compare. If the emperor fails or the emperor, and if the Luoweire family fails, they may be expelled from Genoa." Barendi retorted a little stubbornly, "I think this is probably why my father sent me."

When Alexander shook his head and smiled bitterly when he heard Barenti mention this matter again.

When Barenti came to Montina, in addition to expressing Lao Rover's support for Alexander, one more important thing was to seek help from the entire Free Trade Union.

This is also why although Lao Luowei sent monks to Genoa to lobby, he still remained silent.

He is waiting for Alexander's reply.

In other words, we are waiting for the free trade alliance to issue conditions.

"What do you think my father should do," Barenti suddenly asked seriously. "He is willing to give up some of the dividends in the league to get your help, but I hope to get a reply as soon as possible. This matter is very important to our family."

Barenti's serious appearance gave Alexander a headache, but thinking about Barenti's personality, he no longer cared about her attitude.

"Your father hopes that Genoa's rule can be calmed down quickly after a change," Alexander cautiously used some less obvious words. He did not want to embarrass Barenti too much. "So there are many things that may happen."

"So how are you going to help us?" Barenti asked tightly. "You know our chamber of commerce can still make some money in maritime trade, so I'm confident that I can repay a big loan."

Alexander nodded silently, and he understood what Barenti meant.

This is a war loan, and of course it is also a risk loan.

Contradictions, conflicts, and finally wars. Everything is actually just for the sake of interests.

In order to regain control of Genoa, Old Rovere has obviously decided to use the most intense method, and his actions may bring some turmoil to Genoa for some time.

If Lao Luoweire succeeds, the loan will of course be rewarded with great rewards, and if it fails, it will definitely be a waste of money.

Because of this, even though he had received news from Barenti that the Free Trade Union would support him, Old Luo Weire was still very cautious.

He had to prove to the league that he invested in was a reliable business, and for this he would not hesitate to let Barenti marry Alexander as soon as possible to prove it.

Is investing in a war very risky? There is no doubt about it.

No one can guarantee that the war will win.

How risky is it to invest in the war launched by Lao Luoweire?

Alexander smiled secretly in his heart. At least in his memory, investing in this war pope was almost a business that would make a profit without losing money.

Barenti looked at Alexander nervously in her heart. She was not worried that Alexander would refuse, but was guessing what harsh conditions he would propose.

Should we ask for the reduction of the dividend ratio of the Lovere House Chamber of Commerce in the alliance, or should we simply make a requirement for the share of Genoa ports?

If it is the latter, what price does the Luoweire family have to pay to obtain these shares for the alliance?

Barenti looked at Alexander seriously, as if she was a prisoner waiting for a sentence.

“I can offer a loan to the cardinal in my personal name…”

Barenti's eyes showed a hint of disappointment. She felt that she should have thought that it would be the result. The Free Trade Union, which had just taken shape, obviously did not have the courage to take such a great risk.
To be continued...