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Kapitel 48: Scheming (2)

Although Florence was a wealthy, cultural city, it was also a place of considerable political intrigue and betrayal. It was a city that had witnessed the birth and fall of numerous significant revolutions, and it was one that was always changing and evolving as new political forces and figures gained strength. It was a metropolis brimming with huge chances as well as great perils. Between a Ghibellin and a Guelph regime, the fate of the city and its inhabitants was continuously in flux.

The night was dark and chilly, with a hint of moisture in the air that hinted at an impending storm. The sky was filled with stars, with many constellations and planets visible in the night sky. It was a moonless night, so the sky was pitch black except for the stars and the planets, and it was a night filled with suspense and anticipation. The sky was illuminated by many torches that lit up the city and the streets and cast light on the faces of the people who had gathered to protest. The torches were held by many citizens who had united together and were determined to make their voices heard. They were filled with rage and anger, and they were determined to make a statement with their presence. It was clear that they were ready to fight and to make a difference for their lives, even if it meant going up against the authorities and the powers that be. The city was filled with tension and uncertainty as the torchlit crowd moved through the streets.

Many different people were united by the common goal of disrupting the rising price of grain that had taken hold in the florentine market for the last few months. The expensiveness of grain and rye was caused by a drought that affected the farmlands of the Republic; however, this was not understood by the ignorant crowd, who believed that this was a man-made situation.

Not one to forget about using things for his own account , Giovanni used this to his advantage. He hired a few people to spread the false information that many men in the city were hoarding grain in order to sell it for more money.

At first sight, it might have appeared as though the mob was roaming the city aimlessly in search of victims, but in reality, the mob spokespeople were subtly leading the mob toward the rivals of their master. The mob was wreaking mayhem and disruption as they roamed the streets in search of innocent victims or anyone who might pose a threat to their leader or his objectives. It was a violent and destructive scenario.

Many mansions and houses were raided by the angry and violent mob. They were looking for anything that they could find that was valuable or useful, and they were taking everything they could get their hands on. They were driven by anger and rage and by their resentment and hatred for the ones that they believed were the cause of this rise in the price of food. They were determined to cause as much destruction and harm as they possibly could, and they would not stop until they reached their goal. It was a terrifying and violent scene, as the homes and belongings of many innocents but also rich people were destroyed.

The mob entered every room, putting anything of value inside their pockets, while they were in search of the masters of the mansion. Most of them, however, did not have luck, for they had already fled and brought with them as much gold as they could take. Failing to find the rich masters, they vented their anger towards the servants, killing the male and having their way with the female maids and cooks. They were out of control, and they were going to cause great damage unless someone was able to put a stop to their reign of terror.

None, however, came to stop them, for Giovanni had already bribed the right people to make the garrison a passive force.

The garrison seemed to be content with just letting the mobs run wild, and the citizens of the city were filled with fear and anxiety as the mobs continued to pillage, loot, and destroy property. The garrison seemed to have no interest in putting a stop to the rampaging mobs, and it was clear that the mob was not going to stop anytime soon , they were determined to get what they wanted even if it meant destroying and pillaging the entire city. Those who wanted to stop them and were not bribed , however, were too scared to do so since they were in the minority.

Just as Giovanni and Charles planned, the French troops stayed put in their accommodations, closing their ears and trying to drift off to sleep even with all the chaos around them. They were trying to ignore it, and they did not want to get involved, and this was exactly what Giovanni and Charles had planned for. It was a strategic move on their part to keep their troops out of the chaos and out of the fight, and it was proving to be an incredibly successful strategy. It allowed the mobs to run rampant without any interference from the French troops, and it only served to embolden the citizens and make them brazen in their crimes and misdeeds.

The day after the rebellion was a time of tension and anxiety. The citizens of the city, those who mostly owned shops, were still recovering from the night of violence and chaos, and they were filled with fear and anxiety as they remained vigilant in case the mobs decided to return and cause further trouble; after all, most of the shops during the chaos were broken into and looted. It was important for them to remain resilient and calm even in the face of so much uncertainty and chaos, but it was difficult for them to see the positive in such a difficult time.

However, a man's suffering is another man's wealth. Giovanni and his supporters, who would play a significant part in the new government, were thrilled with the situation since they had successfully rid the city of everyone who could stand in their way; and they was determined to take advantage of this.

They were now in charge after successfully capturing the city with little resistance .They were confident and upbeat since they had succeeded in achieving their goals. They had made up their minds that they would exploit their victory to further their agenda and their ambitions.

Now what was needed was to take hold of the city in a legitimate way, by being elected as podestà. As Charles and Giovanni schemed, the king made a public announcement where he refused to run in the election of podestà and instead ''suggested '' Giovanni for the position of ''Capitano del Popolo (Captain of the People). It was the first step in his process of taking over the city, and it was a successful one, as it gave him the authority to impose his will and his rule on the entire city. Now Charles could use Giovanni as a spokeswoman to do his bidding, and just to make sure that Florence remained loyal to him, he left 500 Frenchmen as a permanent garrison in the city.

The French forces left behind in the city of Florence would prove to be a constant reminder to Giovanni of the power that Charles had. It was a reminder that Charles had the military's strength and support, so he had to be careful and do everything needed to keep Charles happy and do his bidding. It was a powerful reminder that he needed to adhere to Charles's wishes in all things and that it was his responsibility to obey all of Charles's demands and orders.

The first piece of Charles' plan had been completed; now what was next was to try and influence the rest of the Italian city to do his bidding. What he did not know was that this action of his would have drastic consequences on the Italian checkboard for it made the other communes pay more attention on Charles' actions

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Hi guys here is the Chapter , sorry for the delay but I had some trouble with school and gym , anyway hope you like it!

Kapitel 49: It will make a fine addition to my collection

<<''War is delightful to those who have had no experience of it.''>>

--Desiderius Erasmus

Nature's sounds were tranquil and silent. The birds were softly singing, and the sound of the sea waves crashing on the beach was relaxing. It is a sound that brings comfort and calm to the mind, it also helps one to appreciate the depth of the natural world's beauty and grandeur. This was the sound that seemed to be creating a symphony over Genoa's magnificent city.

It was one of Italy's most beautiful and prosperous cities, a center of riches and power. Its people were famed for their tenacity and cleverness , and the city was a center of  art, architecture, and culture. Such was the cultural value of Genoa's wealthy metropolis.

As on any other day in the city, the people were busy working, buying and selling, and going about their daily business as normal. The city was a hub of activity and commerce, with the market squares filled with vendors selling all sorts of wares and goods and people going about their daily business. It was a lively and vibrant place, with everyone moving about with purpose and direction.

While the people were going on with their normal day, Conradin, after having finished lunch in the mansion of Oberto Doria, who currently hosted him, met two other men that would soon be his new retainers. One was Enrico Lancia, son of his faithful subject of the same surname, while the other did not have much noble blood in him, but his lack of nobility was balanced by his rich upbringing. The man of the arts was Pietro de Pece.

Conradin had just accepted both of them into his court. He hoped that Enrico Lancia would be made of the same meat as his father, for if he was at least half as skilled as him, he was confident that he would be a valuable ally for him, since he was in desperate need of a skilled commander, while for the other one, he accepted him not for military affairs but for his knowledge of art and poetry.

Conradin was a well-educated man and an intellectual, as such he had an appreciation for and interest in literature. He was well-read and could be found in his study reading books or writing poetry in his spare time. He was also an avid fan of the arts; he had in fact sworn that when he became king, he would often sponsor poets and other artists within his realm. Conradin believed that literature and creativity were important for a society to thrive and be able to express itself. He appreciated the work of poets and artists for their ability to stir the human spirit and capture the essence of life in words and symbols. Conradin himself wrote some romantic poetry to a nonexistent woman just for the pleasure of it. He had even published them; however, they did not manage to achieve any success, much to the sadness of Conradin.

Conradin made sure to surround himself with others who had a similar appreciation for the arts. He was also a practical man who knew the value of having skilled generals and commanders at his side in order to protect his realm. He knew that he needed both arts and warfare in order to rule effectively, and he was fortunate to have a wide variety of skilled and capable individuals at his disposal in order to accomplish his goals and ensure the protection and progress of his realm.

"Gentlemen, it is an honor." With a pearly smile on his face, Conradin greeted the two new attendants. "It's great to have such accomplished men by my side, and I look forward to working with you both in the coming years. I am confident that your gifts will be essential to me and the realm, and I hope that you will always find a rewarding place in my court. I am grateful that you volunteered to serve me since I am in desperate need of excellent men in these troubled times. Do you have any special requirements or requests for me, as a way to welcome you ?"

The first to answer was Enrico: ''No, your highness, I just want to serve the legitimate king of Sicily so that you can bring order to the anarchy now present 'nel Regno." In fact Both father and son just wanted to preserve at least a part of their fief, which was usurped by Charles' nobles.

Instead, for the other man, Pietro de Pece, his desires were much more in line with those of Conradin. "As for me, your Majesty," Pietro said while trying to appear humble, '' I have no desire to ask of you; the only thing that I may want to bring to your attention is to have some faith in culture, as your grandfather, Emperor Frederick II, knew the importance of the arts and liked to immerse himself in it."

Conradin was well aware that his grandfather was an inquisitive and educated emperor who was constantly seeking to learn and comprehend the world around him. He knew his grandfather was interested in Christian and Muslim theology and philosophy, and he had grown up hearing stories about his grandfather's trips and studies. He intended to attain the same depth of knowledge and comprehension of the world that his grandfather had, and he had been told numerous stories of the wonders he had heard and seen. He held the highest regard for his grandfather and was pleased to be his ancestor. Conradin learned a great deal from him and shared many of his values.

He understood that he was fortunate to be born into such a lineage. For he dreamed of one day being compared as equal to the greatness of the ''stupor mundi."

"Of course," Conradin replied, "culture is an important aspect of any society. It should be preserved and nurtured, rather than destroyed or forgotten. As a ruler, it is my duty to protect and promote culture, and I recognize the importance of maintaining our heritage and culture for future generations. I am pleased that you brought this to my attention, and I will keep it in mind as I make future decisions for our realm." Conradin said, knowing that he would have done that himself even if Pietro did not ask for it, as he loved to be surrounded by men of culture.

Pietro was pleased with Conradin's answer, and he was reassured that he cared about the preservation of their culture and heritage. He appreciated a ruler who understood the importance of culture and education and was willing to protect and nurture them rather than destroy or neglect them. ''I thank you, your Majesty," Pietro said while bowing again toward the king.

The sun was sinking low, and the twilight would soon begin to creep in and set over the city. Conradin had spent the day meeting with his retainers, discussing the plans for the future of his realms. They talked about politics and governance, how they were to deal with the future internal feuds that would soon be present in the coalition army and the external threats that will do everything in their power to stop them, and much more. As the light faded and the moon rose, they slowly made their way back to the guest house, where they would stay for the night. They walked along the streets of the city, chatting and laughing together as they went, enjoying the last few moments before the quiet of the night would set in. Conradin did not know that in the next few days, an avalanche of things, all in succession, would befall him. The days ahead would be crucial to the future of the realm, and they would shape the history of his future kingdom and the people within it, which would undoubtedly influence his fate either positively or negatively.

A storm was brewing outside Genoa, ready to strike everything in its path. Nobody knew that it was war that was coming.

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The first battle of the war is about to come ,

prepare yourself for winter is coming

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