Chapter 591-Allied Forces and Main Attack Direction

The Magnut leader never dreamed that not only did the Ross people come, but they also came with a fleet of unprecedented scale.

They are not just a big ship, but as many as twenty!

The towering masts raised the spinnaker, making it seem that each ship is huge. The fact is that any ship is much larger than the fishing boat cruising on the sea, making the proud dragon head warship a sampan.

In the depths of Narvik Port, the core settlement of the Balmerks, 5,000 people gathered on the shore. Men and women talked and laughed at the approaching Ross fleet guarding many fishing boats. They believed that one of the big ships would become the property of the entire Balmerk this year.

The Ross Fleet chose a near-shore berth, but the Balmerks' trestle did not do well. The best pier can only dock two large ships.

Without it, the Aphrora and Balmerk approached the pier directly, and other ships immediately dropped anchor at the selected berth...

Rurik and others stepped on the wooden plank and got off the boat. At this moment, the Magnut family and most of the Balmerk families warmly welcomed guests from afar.

Magnut opened his arms. He was an old father. This time he was here to welcome the three sons who had returned and the three hundred warriors who had returned from a long journey.

In the eyes of the Magnut family, Rurik married their daughter and became their son.

The concept of son-in-law and son does not seem to be very different, and they have no taboos.

Magnuth kissed Rurik on the forehead, followed by a kiss from Inbjg, as if holding his own son.

Their real sons also returned, Bijuni and Frocky, standing in front of their parents.

"Look at you, it's a man." Magnut slapped his eldest son on the shoulder. "The beard is the same as mine. I should find you another woman."

"Women? Yes. However, I now long for a great expedition."

"Huh? You just came back and talked about war?"

Listening attentively, Rurik wiped his face and said, "Father, this time I'm here with Ross's strongest fleet, how could it be just for trade?"

"You..." Magnut was taken aback, but this old guy didn't oppose war, and the noble people standing around all thought that starting a war was a shortcut to prosperity.

"You...who are you going to hit again?"

"It was the target of our attack last year." Bijuni said, patting his chest, "The era of our dormant fjord should be over! When we are expedition to Britain, we must force that king to fulfill his contract and occupy their land to grow our wheat and graze ours. sheep."

As soon as the voice fell, a number of noble family leaders approached, a pair of eyes lit up with fierce flames.

Magnuth looked at the brothers on his left and right, and sighed slightly, "Is it really that urgent when you just came back to talk about the war?"

"Very urgent." Lurik said coldly.

"Okay, then." Magnut squeezed another smile. "At least you have to have a good meal first. You brought so many fighters here. At least I will let me treat you for food."

"It's not necessary." Rurik waved his hand casually and greeted him. "Let the fisherman sell the fish. The army I brought has copper coins and silver coins in everyone's bag. Soon, I will also put out a question. Let's start trading now."

The uniformly dressed Russian soldiers who landed ashore are really eye-catching, looking at the sun with reflective helmets, all wearing white shirts and swords hanging from their waists.

These people are not only the Russian army, but also the capable mercenaries under Liurik, of which fifty are of the same ethnicity as the locals. This is for the Duke of Ross, and the old folks in the hometown saw that these young people had made a fortune no matter how they looked at it.

Yes, these fifty people are deliberately showing off their small linen pockets, which are full of crisp metal clashes, are they all silver coins? At least the swords on their waists are bright white and flexible, and they are indeed a very expensive weapon.

Not only this group of old mercenaries, but also the nearly 300 Balmerk fighters led by Bijuni, they also changed their outfits. Not to mention the upgrade of the guys at hand, their temperament far surpassed their clan.

Those eyes contained murderous intent. After landing, they naturally returned to their homes first to introduce their elders and brothers to the history of the Eastern War.

They bluntly stated that they had formed a coalition with the Rus, and they were almost at the end of the Eastern world, and a decisive battle broke out with 10,000 terrifying and brave fighters there.

Some brothers died in a glorious battle, and the victory ultimately belonged to the coalition. They did not hesitate to praise Rurik of Rose and the baby son-in-law of the leader Magnut, who is really a natural master of the army.

They described it so jealously that it became more bizarre about the war against the Tavastias. This also explains the reason for the one hundred short, black-haired warriors who came down from the ship. It turns out that these people are the newly conquered others, and now they exist as servants.

The news of a new war first spread from the pier, and then the Balmerk travellers returned to their hometown where they had been away for half a year. They told the folks in a real way that an expedition against Britain in the fall was like an arrow that had already been set. On the bow.

The goods of Balmerks to be sold are being moved one after another. It is a batch of iron tools, and the price is at least cheaper than that of the Bergen Bazaar in the south.

For example, a hammer cast directly from pig iron has a hammer head that weighs four pounds and sells for only one silver coin.

Why is such an amazingly low price? In fact, Lurik is willing to sell the favor of his allies. It doesn't matter if you lose a little in this regard. The Balmerks must have prepared a large amount of good salt waiting for the transaction! The latter is invaluable in the eyes of the Ross people. The materials are already being promoted when they are ready to be sold. The so-called low-price sale of all Ross goods for friendship.

To win over the most ordinary Balmerk, to establish himself as a good person in the local area, everything is Rurik's scheming for the future.

At night, the news of the arrival of the Ross Fleet and a powerful expeditionary force further shocked the entire harbor. Although the big figures have not issued the order to expedition to Britain, in fact, the young people in Balmerk feel that there is nothing to worry about. The war is bound to happen. Launch, on the eve of this expedition, everyone should prepare weapons and dry food early, and even check their ships.

The night is very short, and even so, there are still clanging sounds from every household.

Balmerk's blacksmiths hurriedly repaired and built new spearheads and axes, and many women and children were also making arrow shafts and wooden sticks to be fitted with spearheads.

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Still in the evening, an urgent and extremely important military meeting was urgently convened in Balmerk's chamber.

Magnut, of course, wanted to welcome the son-in-law's return, and then asked about the experience of the son-in-law and two sons in Rose, and how the lovely little daughter Noren lived in Rose.

He at least knew that his daughter's life was very good, there was meat and wheat every day, and the tableware used was all crystal clear glass.

But he is an ally, the commander-in-chief of the entire Balmerk, and the marriage with the Duke of Ross is equivalent to further strengthening the power of his family. The big ship that now belonged to Balmerk has returned. Although the big ship is shared, it is clear that Magnut now has the unshakable right to use the big ship.

In the public chamber, the whole Balmerk's big and powerful people arrived in the evening.

Rurik easily recognized a number of familiar faces, because they had organized manpower to personally lead troops on an expedition to Britain.

The heads of this group of families were shaking unconsciously, and their faces showed extremely strong joy. They are already talking about how much the so-called new war brothers will have.

The combination of oil lamps on the wall keeps the whole room warm and bright.

Magnuth thought that since Rurik himself had landed, he wouldn't say anything but went straight to the goal, and he didn't intend to repeat it.

He bluntly said: "Ruriek, my son. You are determined to attack Britain, and my two sons are also very supportive. After an afternoon, now the whole Balmerk is inspired by you. Look around you, these Brave people can look forward to war."

Rurik looked around, just stood up from the leather cushion, his right fist beat his chest first, magnifying his own momentum.

He sternly said: "This war is our destiny. Odin has given us the opportunity to expedition, and Odin also encourages us to expedition. It is not only me who intends to attack Britain, but also you!"

With that said, Rurik pointed directly at Ostan of Vashobi and his son Geiger: "You want to occupy the warm land of the south and open up new farms. Now the opportunity is here."

A strong young man stood up angrily. Geiger rolled up his leather sleeves and showed his muscles to put on a dry frame. "I had hoped for a long time. In my opinion, I can take a group of people to the new British territories for the winter this year. I remember that we had an appointment with that king last year, and a piece of territory should be in our hands."

"Yes." Rurik followed the words and deliberately squinted his eyes to make up a speech. "But I learned some bad news. The king regretted it. They are expanding their arms and preparing for war. They don't want to give us tribute or ceding. land."

"What?! That won't work!" Geiger was suddenly furious and stamped his feet with anger.

The atmosphere in the entire chamber was like a burst of powder kegs. No one questioned where Rurik got the news, but if the Britons decided to resist, everyone would understand the motives of those people very well.

Magnut opened his hands and took a lot of effort to suppress the anger of his brothers.

After the court was quiet, he said: "The land in the fjord is limited, and we really have to go out. Since the British are unwilling to fulfill last year's agreement, they must be punished. I decided to start a war and we must seize their territory. What do you think of as a new Balmerk?"

Hearing, everyone raised their fists to make a Viking war roar, and the violent sound could overturn the entire beam.

Since everyone agrees and expects an expedition that will determine the future, the goal of the war and the arrangement of the details of it naturally fall on Rurik's shoulders.

Let a teenager handle this matter? No one finds it inappropriate. After all, the Russian army has a thousand people, and their navy is invincible, and it is a powerful force anywhere.

So how many troops should the Balmerks send? When will the coalition go out? How many ships and logistical materials should be organized? What was the first battle and main objective of the offensive?

Many problems Rurik already had plans, but because of the status quo, he also knew that he could not make too detailed plans.

The army needs a very clear goal, at least a main attack direction, so that all forces can twist into a hemp rope.

Attack York!

This is the final strategic goal given by Rurik.

He went around in the chamber, accepted the attention of everyone, and explained as he walked: "I married your woman, and now I am also a Balmerk. From Balmerk's standpoint, we must conquer the entire promise. Sembria, but not yet.

Our army has a guide, and we should follow a river upstream and go straight to their capital.

We attacked their richest city, looted their treasures, and then ordered their king to cede the northern lands, such as Edinburgh and Bamburgh to us.

We want to keep a weak Northumbria, as if we have raised a sheep, and can cut sheep every year.

We also don't have to make a countermeasure, that is, make psychological preparations for another decisive battle with them. Northumbria has a large population, and they may be able to recruit 10,000 people, even if it is a large group of ragged farmers, 10,000 people are a dangerous existence.

We must be prepared for war. "

The heads of the families looked at each other and deeply agreed with Rurik's statement.

Some people even stood up and said, "That kingdom does have some means. They make good use of cavalry. In last year's war, many of our brothers were smashed through the shield wall by cavalry, and many people died. This time, we must take some precautions."

When it comes to such details, the Balmerks first thought of the method of restraint by the spearmen's formation. How difficult is it to prepare a batch of spears?

Rurik did have the means of restraining the opponent's cavalry, that is, the infantry formed a formation to defend the front line, and then ordered the various long-range arms to shoot all the cavalry that approached.

He expected that Northumbria would not have the financial resources to train, train, and maintain an armored cavalry at all. I am afraid that even the possibility does not exist, they are unable to build plate armor, and they have no ability to make zha armor, at most it is chain armor. Is it just that the chain mail is meaningful under the attack of the steel arm crossbow piercing crossbow of the Russian army, and even the torsion slingshot cast iron cone bullet?

No one thinks that this expedition is risky. Victory is inevitable, but it depends on how much it will cost and how long it will take.

In order to win quickly, how much should Balmerk send troops in order to win? Rurik hinted to Magnuth's eyes that the man who had the highest right to speak in Balmerk was as generous as possible for the sake of glory.

The heads of the various families are eager to try, wondering if they are fighting for the great benefits here, will their current power encounter competition? Magnuth waved his hand. "In this expedition, we will send three thousand troops to Balmerk! I will also personally take my brothers on the expedition. I! I am the commander of Balmerk's army!"

Is Magnut so bold and ambitious at an age? Rurik was taken aback, and was relieved when he thought about it.

Rrik complimented: "Father, we Rus also support you to be the leader of Balmerk. You are the leader, and this honor belongs to you. In the future, the glory of establishing the new Balmerk is also yours."

After being said that, Magnuth said with joy: "My son, thank you for your praise. When we have a new territory, you are welcome to visit. However, I want to know now that you personally desire to get it in Britain. What? Don't you yearn for land?"

Rurik was a little surprised, and blamed himself for looking down at the old leader.

This time Biyuni directly endorsed: "Dad, of course the Rurik brothers long for land. The Ross people long for the East, and Balmerk should own the West."

"That's true." Rurik said along, "What I long for most is wheat from the West. One day you will occupy Britain, the wheat-rich island, and you are masters of salt-making and sheep-raising~www.mtlnovel .com~ We in Ross are good at building ships, raising deer, and smelting iron. We need each other, and our two races are also brothers. Therefore, when you have a big harvest in the future, you must sell it to me."

The old guys who were present at this flattery were too fond of listening.

Fools know that the Ross people are powerful and their young and promising duke is so respectful to everyone. It's not that Balmerk is far better than Ross, but that the kid Rurik is really paying attention to friendship, and The mutual business behavior is now clear.

After all, brothers are also clear accounts. One of the major problems that plague the Balmerks' trade is that the commodities are too single, and industries such as raising sheep and horses are trapped in the cramps of the Narvik Gulf and the rugged mountain roads. Scarce, the only salt that is in short supply is now only a big buyer of Rose.

Smart people don't tell the truth. Many village leaders have already understood that Rose's support for Balmerk's prosperity is for better trade in the future.

Rurik's current words must be true. In the distant future, the two races will avoid competition because of economic complementarity and mutual demand.

Then work hard together!

Magnuth almost yelled, "It's decided! I want to start my family! My family, relatives! We must organize at least 3,000 of the best fighters with the best weapons! Sit and stay with my son. Rick brought our big ship and at least two hundred long ships for an expedition to Britain! Let the women and children get ready, our great emigration is about to begin!"

In the end, the meeting ended in a generally warm atmosphere, and the market that began the next day immediately made the entire Port of Narvik boil, and the action of vying for the urgent goods shipped by the Russians began.

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