While the Moscow prince was worried about the war in the south, Kiev was completely different.
When Rostislav learned about this, the news of the war had been settling in Kiev for some time, and the people of Kiev were full of enthusiasm for the war without any fear.
The war against Polotsk has been less than a year, and everyone has seen those who made fortunes during the Polotsk war, and many people hope to achieve their success.
So they armed themselves and joined the Grand Duke's army. The Kiev people also encouraged their children to join the army. In their view, the war with the Polovtsians was absolutely impossible to fail.
For this reason, many people decided to take or let their children go to the battlefield this time. As a Russian male, he will have to go through battles sooner or later, so naturally the sooner the better.
Kiev no longer has so much fear about war. After all, the most recent war happened fifteen years ago.
That time, nomads came to invade, but were defeated, and chaos continued until today, when a tribal alliance was formed again.
The melee on the grasslands caused a large number of nomadic tribes to flee to Rus. Seeing the embarrassed losers of these grassland struggles, seeing the nomadic beggars in the city, and under the influence of the environment over the years, Kiev people continued to develop arrogance in their hearts.
Since then, the fear of nomads in Kiev has been greatly reduced. The generation that grew up under victory no longer has any fear of steppe wolves, and they also want to become heroes like Rostislav and Yaroslav who defeat the nomads.
Young people carrying weapons and wearing armor purchased by their fathers can be seen everywhere on the streets of Kiev today. They boast about how they will perform on the battlefield and must achieve great achievements.
They discussed the war as if they were on an outing. They said that killing people was as easy as eating and drinking. Some even agreed that after the war, they would compare the number of enemies killed with each other.
And their fathers did not stop these young people from speaking. What are there to fear from nomads? He had sent away a few beggars like that just the day before. Those nomads would definitely be defeated this time.
As for the old people who have experienced the horror of nomads, they either feel that the times have indeed changed in such an optimistic atmosphere, and Ross has an overwhelming advantage over the nomads, or they can only lament alone and are regarded as inappropriate by others.
old man.
As for the exaggerated remarks of these young people, everyone has experienced this, and this problem can be easily solved. Just go to the battlefield and experience a few rounds of battles. After you get used to seeing dead people, you will understand what should be done and what is correct on the battlefield.
attitude towards the situation.
Due to the strong atmosphere of war, the most indispensable thing on the streets of Kiev is all kinds of poetry. The most popular songs sung by young people who are about to embark on the battlefield are warrior songs describing various battles. Among these warrior songs
There is one person whose name appears frequently.
Rostislav Vladimirovich Rurik.
Rostislav has always been the most admired object among young people. The series of achievements this young prince has achieved at their age are so fascinating.
Rostislav is a living legend in Russian society and a role model for young people.
Recently, this prince also absorbed Novgorod and became the master of the entire Northern Rus. His power has undoubtedly been further enhanced. He rises like a red sun, shining on the land of Rus.
Of course, there are people behind such remarks who are adding fuel to the flames. There are always people who want to muddy the waters so that they can fish in troubled waters. However, these remarks are still fermenting and are far from coming to fruition.
Hearing these songs, a well-dressed Kiev nobleman couldn't help but frowned, but he didn't say anything more and just continued to move forward. This person was Kosniyachik, the steward of Kiev.
He frowned not because he disliked Rostislav, but because of the current status of the Prince of Moscow, the King of Northern Rus and the Lord of Novgorod.
As the manager of Kiev's military, civil, political and economic affairs, Kosniyachik believes that this situation will undoubtedly increase Novgorod's challenge to Kiev. Due to his status, of course he does not like Rostislav.
Moreover, he also felt that Yaroslav's third-generation power had expanded too much. It seemed that he had to advise the Grand Duke to impose some restrictions on the north. Rostislav was now too powerful, and Novgorod would probably take advantage of it.
The potential hit Kiev.
However, the manager felt a little inexplicably upset. There have been too many things going on in Kiev recently. Rumors suddenly increased because of the war, and a crazy prophet appeared out of nowhere and actually won the war.
The support and support of many foolish men and women.
Just as the general was following his train of thought and thinking about how to advise the Grand Duke, he met a group of noble retinues, a group of retinues wearing armed uniforms, and their master asked the general to dismount immediately.
Because he is Ivan Tvorimirich, the oldest and most prestigious nobleman in Kiev.
In Yaroslav's time, he followed the Grand Duke in the war and held a pivotal position in Kiev. Although he withdrew from Kiev's social circle in recent years, his authority remained undiminished.
"Lord Ivan, I didn't expect to see you here."
The general hospital greeted him with a smile on his face, and the old nobleman also bowed his head slightly in return. He saw that the old nobleman was wearing a suit of armor, and then he couldn't help but asked curiously,
"Are you going to join the war?"
It's normal for Kosniyachik to ask this question. Elderly nobles like Tvorimilic have long been out of the recruitment range. Why does he want to participate in the war?
"I'm here for those unfilial children and grandchildren. Their business was ruined and they failed to make any achievements in the previous war with the Polotsk people. Damn it, these bastards only know gambling and playing with women. I, the old man, must come out to save it."
This family business, otherwise it will be ruined by them soon. I just went to the military camp and took a look. There are many young men and they are very energetic. It would be great if my children and grandchildren could also have such a level.
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Old Twolimich told the embarrassing things about his family without any consideration. It was not a secret anyway, but Kosniyachik was really shocked. He didn't expect the old man's children and grandchildren.
How wasteful it is to this extent.
"Then, may God bless your war effort."
Kosniyachik didn't know what to say at this time, so he just uttered such a cliché and wanted to say goodbye, but old Tvorimilic wouldn't let him go.
"Wait a minute, Kosniyachik, you work next to that boy Izyaslav, right? Help me to give that boy a message. There are too many young people in the army, even experienced veterans.
They won't brag about victory before the war has started, and they have no discipline. This is not okay, this is not okay, how can it be like this in a war? This is not how I fought with Yaroslav. This is better than the two I led back then.
Rurik's army is even worse..."
The old general spoke very verbosely, and in the middle of his words he began to recall his past and the wars he had experienced.
Kosniyachik really had no intention of listening to these words, but he had to listen because of the other party's identity.
Finally, the old general finished talking, and Kosniyachik breathed a sigh of relief. The torture was finally over.
"Yes, yes, Sir Ivan, I understand everything, and I will convey your words to the Grand Duke."
After making this promise to old Tvorimilic, Kosniyachik immediately left as if running away, for fear that the old man would continue to talk to him.
As for his request, it depends on the situation. If the Grand Duke is willing to listen, he can just say it. If he doesn't want to listen, just Yamaguchi.
After watching Kosnjachik leave as if he was running away, old Tvorimilic shook his head.
Why is this young man so impatient? How can he serve as a candidate for the Grand Duke of Kiev? Such a person would have been severely reprimanded in the Kiev court back then.
But then he didn't think much about it. He had to return home quickly and take his useless children and grandchildren to the battlefield. These guys had to make a good contribution this time, otherwise what would happen to their family's future?