On the strategic level, Ladislaus was worried about the King of France provoking another war, and at the same time he was preparing to attack Bohemia. Machiavelli was puzzled. In his opinion, this was a typical unwise move.

However, at the tactical level, he still tried his best to serve Ladislaus's request. Regardless of the cold January, he once again inspected the shipyard on Danube Island. This was his second visit to the island in a month.

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This was a surprise visit, so Jevich was not on Danube Island, but training together on a warship. However, due to drifting ice, the fleet was operating very close to the port.

"General Jevich, you can ask me if you have any requests, and I will do my best to satisfy them. His Highness Habsburg has repeatedly said that the combat effectiveness of the Danube Fleet is related to the survival of Austria." Now the Danube is full of people.

Drifting ice, Machiavelli's last trip to the island was equivalent to risking his life.

However, the Austrian navy was also working hard. Through the upstream observation post Jevich, the fleet was sent out of the water camp for training on days when there was less drift ice. When there was too much drift ice, it was also necessary to conduct formation drills in the port.

"I need more soldiers, more warships, and more manpower to build more docks on the island. We also need to increase the frequency of supply of meat and vegetables. We can't just ship one ship every half a month.

Supplies, the soldiers can't get used to those prickly river fish." Jevich was not polite, and his request directly stated that I want everything. "And I also want to build a dike that connects the island to the south coast and can seal the drift ice.

What’s going on with Dao’s proposal? When can it be discussed at the State Council?”

"I have once again raised the salary of shipbuilders, and doubled the starting salary for apprentices. Those guys have been more attentive to teaching their disciples." The little trouble created by Justice Hohenzollern was a big surprise to Machiavelli, who had made up his mind.

It's just a minor problem. Although he has received certain setbacks recently, the relationship between Sazastan and Anna is getting closer and closer, causing many of his original rights to be swallowed up by Machiavelli. Machiavelli's power is still the important minister.

First.

"Your causeway has been directly vetoed by His Highness Habsburg. It will not go to the State Council for the time being. I am here to inform you of this matter. I have already told you that this winter is already halfway through. This kind of

His Highness will not agree to a plan that will take three years. His Highness's request is that all work must be effective as soon as possible."

"His Royal Highness Habsburg's request has always been to form combat effectiveness this year, and the time is too tight." Ladislaus demanded that his fleet must become the most powerful force on the Danube in 1526.

"There are no combat-effective enemies at all on the Danube. The last exercise you conducted was very good." It was precisely because of the well-organized actual combat training that Yevich was officially awarded the title of Commander of the River Army

, he rose to the top in one step and surpassed the army captain. He became a figure on the same level as Frundsberg in terms of organizational structure, and had the right to report directly to Ladislaus.

This is why he can make proposals to Ladislaus, but he has no say in the State Council. So he has to contact Machiavelli, but Machiavelli has long predicted his failure.

Ladislaus was very dissatisfied with Jevich's long-term plan, but because he was only young and had no political experience, and the plan he made was indeed a national strategy for the long-term interests of Austria, he did not severely reprimand him. Instead, Machiavelli

Willy tried his best to comfort him.

No one would think that Jevich could compete with Frundsberg, who was a member of the Austrian State Council, but in the long run Ladislaus did reveal his intention that the navy should be on par with the army.

Although the river army will never be on par with the army, Austrian nobles who saw the future of the river army poured in one after another. Jevich now has three deputies, all of whom are Austrian nobles with strong backgrounds and deep roots. If not

Because Ladislaus saw and remembered Jevich's hard work in building this fleet, he, an exile from the Principality of Muscovy, had already been plucked.

"There will be a new ship next month. In the summer, your fleet will have ten warships, all of which are close to one hundred tons. There will also be a flagship of one hundred and fifty tons. After the mopping up of the city wall, you will save money.

I will give you the manpower first, as well as supplies." Machiavelli's attitude was quite encouraging, and he said a few words to the housekeeper who followed him. "Although my estate is not large, I can still supply you with Chinese cabbage at a reasonable price.

No problem, a thaler weighs forty-five pounds."

If Ladislaus were here, he would definitely stop this kind of government procurement without public bidding, although the price Machiavelli gave was indeed a low price.

"I have brought you two pigs in this boat, and you can also get some spices in the officers' mess. Only soldiers, I can't give you more for the time being. You have to find a way on your own." Machiavelli spoke without hesitation, and he could do it.

Make arrangements immediately, and just say no if you can't do it. This is a very important advantage as a leader.

It is beyond Jevich's ability to compete with Frundsberg for troops. However, he does have some ideas.

"The newly acquired Treviso and Friuli should have Venetian sailors who will not accept unemployment, but to recruit them we need the help of local officials." Jevich's idea is good.

"This is good. Unemployed sailors can easily immigrate to other countries or become a factor of social instability. Your ability to get them here is also a good thing for local officials. I will help you build a bridge." Building a bridge is only the first step.

Some bureaucrats are still motivated by profit.

Machiavelli didn't say something clearly. After dealing with Jevich for a while, he got to know this person to a certain extent. He was not a money-grubbing person. He only regarded money as a tool rather than the meaning of survival.

Together with Boss Sirica, he annihilated the smugglers on the Danube River and made a lot of money, enough to open up the joints.

"boom!"

Machiavelli and Jevich were talking when Jevich's flagship suddenly shook violently.

"Oops! We must have been hit. Sorry, I have to go for maintenance." Jevich left Machiavelli behind and went to inspect the ship.

Machiavelli was satisfied with the intensity of the training, which explains the recent repair bill he received.

Machiavelli glanced at the surrounding River Army soldiers, who were obviously used to this kind of thing. Machiavelli nodded with satisfaction, which showed that the training intensity was sufficient.

As for the current issue of combat effectiveness, there is nothing we can do about it. The newly formed troops are in such a state. But what can happen on the Danube this year?

And even if French King Francois really reneged on the contract, the Danube River Army would have no use for it.

But as usual, Machiavelli buried his doubts about Ladislaus's plan deep in his heart. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian to vote for recommendations, monthly votes, and your support

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