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Rusnina of Epirus, soon news of what happened in Corfu has reached here, and the Romans in the city all rejoiced in the offensive launched by the Genoese ally, Epirus had already attacked Kofu. The Venetians on the island of Fu hated it. The fastest update and the Genoese's shot this time can also explain that the two countries have finally truly stood together on the issue of dealing with the Venetians this time. This is undoubtedly a better thing for the restoration of the homeland and expelling the Latins in the future. .

However, the views of ordinary people are simple and levelless after all. They only care about the surface of the matter, being blinded by the things in front of them, and preconceived notions replace the essence and truth. Knowing all this, in his palace, Mikhail Dukas, the ruler of Epirus, was holding a court meeting with a low face at the moment. Those who came to his imperial court were the deacon chiefs of the empire and various The governor of the region, the commander of the army, the minister of justice and the nominal mayor of Constantinople and other high officials, as well as Mikhail’s most trusted court eunuch. Obviously there is an important meeting here, and there is something so important that all high-level empires must attend.

"Have you all heard of it?" Emperor Mikhail asked with a cold look at the mixed faces of the ministers in front of him. The atmosphere at the beginning of this imperial conference seemed a bit heavy, until the man spoke. It was still quiet.

However, everyone knows that there is no way to remain silent like this.

At this time, a minister finally asked: "Are you talking about the Corfu Island, your majesty?" He looked at his monarch carefully. There have been too many things recently, and he is not too sure about it. , Had to use this tone to respond to the emperor who was not angry.

And I saw Emperor Mikhail suddenly sneered: Hmph, of course this is the matter. Our respected allies will always do things that surprise us. I want to know your views on this matter. "

Some ministers who were not sure what the majesty was thinking in front of him hesitated to express his own views: "I think this should be a good thing, after all, the Venetians have established a stronghold there to support the pirates ravaging our country during this period of time. The Genoese doing this also proves that they are willing to work with us to deal with the Venetians. I think it should be used to express goodwill."

However, as soon as the minister's words were finished, a nobleman beside him shook his head and said: "But after all, it's just superficial. Those cunning Italians have always been careful and will never suffer a bit. They will never suffer. This time it suddenly attacked Corfu, but the banner was to claim to accept our employment, which completely diverts Venice’s attention to us. On the other hand, we have no practical benefits. Corfu will continue to delegate Genoa. And they did not give us a formal commitment."

As soon as this statement came out, the people present looked at each other. In fact, they were all aware of this level, but they did not dare to say it in front of Emperor Mikhail.

"Sure enough, you know me best, Nikifrus." Seeing his most trusted chief deacon finally said what he had been thinking, Mikhail nodded, his eyes full of Genoese Furious.

In fact, his anger was not just because of that incident in Corfu. The long negotiation with the Genoese is consuming the man's patience step by step. Not long ago, he learned that the Genoese mission was finally ready to come. Originally, Emperor Mikhail was Longyan Joye, but yesterday he received news that the Genoese did not choose to enter Epirus directly from the sea. But from Durazzo to Serbia and then to Rusnina, another delay in the itinerary made the agreed time procrastinate and finally made him intolerable.

He was the emperor of the Roman Empire, and Genoa was so negligent. It was enough not to abide by the agreement he had made over and over again. In fact, he was still motivated by Durazzo and did not want to make the news of the alliance with Epirus public. In addition to learning about what happened in Corfu today, the angry Mikhail was even more convinced that the other party only wanted to use him to deal with Venice, and that he was only willing to manipulate from behind but would not openly tear his face with the Venetians. This man couldn't bear it either.

However, he has to admit a cruel fact, that is, if his current strength does not have enough external support, it would be a foolish dream to expel the Latins and regain Constantinople.

"This group of bastards, the shame of today will definitely be repaid in the future."

Suddenly, the atmosphere of the Imperial Conference became more tense. Everyone felt the emperor’s anger. After all, this ambitious majesty had always been eager to enter Constantinople to grab the crown, but what he lacked was power. , Genoa is actually trying to tame Epirus by doing so! Lowering their heads, these ministers followed Mikhail in his early years, and they naturally knew the moodiness of their majesty~www.ltnovel.com~, but their violent and suspicious character made them afraid to persuade them casually.

Finally, as the most trusted courtier, the chief deacon Nikifrus Cardius slowly began to persuade him: "Your Majesty, instead of being angry now, it is better to give in for the time being. At the time, Emperor Vasily II did not choose to be with Ross. Only when the people compromised did the loyal Varangian guard put down the rebellion! We can agree to the Genoese's request for the time being. When your Majesty, you come to the world, I believe those Italians will eventually understand what it is. The attitude they should have, before that, tolerance is the most important thing. After all, you still need their strength to stabilize the internals."

Having said that, Nikifrus took a deep look at the emperor in front of him, indicating something.

And Mikhail also seemed to think of something, and finally suppressed the anger in his heart, but his mouth still muttered: "Inside..." At this moment, there was a cruel cold in those eagle-like eyes. Mang flashed past, and immediately the man stood up from his throne. He looked at Nickiflus Cadius in front of him.

"I will consider what you said, but I don't want to spend too much energy on welcoming Genoese people. Everything is handled by you alone. Remember, don't let those Italians get too smug." Finally gave up the impulse. Mikhail was still a little bit worried, and the arrival date of the Genoese mission was getting closer. He finally chose to hand the matter over to his deacon chief.

And Nicky Fruss did not refuse, and then nodded and accepted the emperor's appointment, saying: "This is my honor. Please rest assured about this matter, Your Majesty."