The Crescent of the Sultan

It's not clear what Vasily's fate will be, but Osman's fate has changed.

In the Cathedral of the Saints, Patriarch Nicholas was talking to Anna.

"So, daughter, what do you think?

The Grand Mufti's words are not what the Sultan thinks. According to his love for you, you can still go ahead with this wedding even if you don't change your faith.

His Majesty will never force us to do things we don’t like. The worst thing he has done to Orthodox Christians in his life is to pretend to be a priest when others are confessing, and then tell others that he is a Muslim when he is done. "

Seeing his daughter's face that had obviously lost a lot of weight, Patriarch Nicholas said with distress.

To him, the position of the patriarch is really not as important as this daughter. After all, he is the only relative left.

Anna just listened to her father's words silently, and couldn't help laughing when she heard His Majesty pretending to be a priest.

"Okay, okay, father, you don't have to worry about me. I know His Majesty won't force us, but we can't embarrass His Majesty.

Your Majesty's country is already divided enough. The previous sultans handed over to Your Majesty a moribund empire, ethnic and religious conflicts, eyeing foreign powers, an increasingly declining army, and local tyrants who couldn't lose their tail.

Your Majesty is a man who never gives in. He never talks about his pressure to anyone. He just endures it silently and works hard for this country. "

At this point, the girl's eyes were already red, and her tears couldn't stop rolling.

Patriarch Nicholas hurriedly stepped forward to wipe his daughter.

Anna continued.

"Father, you know, when His Majesty first came to the throne, he always liked to pretend to be incomprehensible in front of others. That was because he had no confidence. Others couldn't see it, but I could.

At that time, I really felt sorry for him. He alone was carrying the future of an empire, and that invisible pressure would sometimes escape from him.

He had always put on a confident look in front of the ministers, but when he met me, he didn't even realize that the worry that he had suppressed suddenly spread out.

He would put on a cynical look to cover it up, but that kind of worry about the future couldn't be hidden. "

Patriarch Nicholas sighed.

"Your Majesty is a human being after all. He will have his own emotions and desires, but in that position, it is destined that he can only pretend to be himself.

Everyone thinks that His Majesty is unwilling to marry a Sultana, but I know that it is not that he is unwilling, but that he does not dare.

How ironic, Anna. The Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, one of the most powerful men in the world, did not even dare to marry himself a sultana.

When I talked about this with His Majesty, he gave me a feeling not of resistance but of fear.

What is he afraid of? He is afraid that he will fail, that he will be deposed and killed like many previous sultans, and that he will be unable to protect his wife and children.

He has too many worries! "

The girl had adjusted her emotions now, she said with a smile.

"So, my father, Your Majesty needs someone to love him, and this person can only be me."

At this point, the girl whispered again.

"Perhaps also Her Royal Highness the Princess."

"Then Anna, when do you plan to convert? How about going at night?"

"No, no, father, since you have decided to convert, you must make it known to the world.

In my heart, God is not as important as Your Majesty!

Moreover, His Majesty is promoting the conversion of farmers in the Balkan Peninsula. At this time, when the people are hesitant, I will take the lead and spread the word.

Let them see that the daughters of the dignified Orthodox Patriarch have converted, and it is estimated that the effect of His Majesty's policies will be much better.

And I have to take this opportunity to warn that woman from the Kara Osman family not to try to take advantage of His Majesty.

It’s just, father, your position as the Patriarch”

"It's okay, don't worry about this, Anna, no one can replace me without the Sultan's will.

To put it bluntly, even if His Majesty is forced to replace me due to public opinion, although this is impossible, I can still rely on you, my dear Anna. "

Both father and daughter laughed. The sound of a carriage was heard outside the door. After a while, several white eunuchs came in.

As for why he is white, it is very simple. Selim really can't stand a black man as his palace steward. He simply can't understand why the previous sultan could accept it.

So after King Sai the Great took over Topkapi Palace, the black eunuchs became handymen, the white eunuchs turned over, and Topkapi Palace returned to what it was centuries ago.

And these white eunuchs are here to place betrothal gifts to the woman's family on Selim's behalf.

Patriarch Nicholas saw the other party and hurriedly greeted him. After all, his daughter had to have a good relationship with these people if she wanted to live in the palace in the future.

The two sides started fighting for a while, but what they said and what they held in their hands always seemed a little inconsistent.

After the routine affairs were completed, the white eunuchs got down to business - reading out the employment invitations.

Dear Anna:

I hope this letter conveys my respect and goodwill towards your family.

My name is Selim Osmanoglu and I am writing to express my sincere interest in your family and my desire to propose marriage.

As Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, Lord of the Ages, Fortress of Islam, Possessor of Mecca and Medina, Master of Damascus and Egypt, Caliph of the Sacred Entrance, Master of the Abode of the Gods - Selim.

In my interactions with your family and you, I have developed a deep appreciation and fondness for you.

I admire your excellent qualities, gentle character and love for your family.

I am fascinated by your virtues, appearance, and upbringing, and have great hopes of a happy marriage to you.

It is with humility and sincerity that I extend my sincere request to your family for marriage.

I hope to have the opportunity to build a beautiful marriage relationship with you, make progress together, support each other, and share the joys and difficulties of a lifetime with you.

As a token of my respect and commitment to you and your family, the following is my sincere offer.

A group of white eunuchs greeted the black servants behind and carried the treasure into the church.

The first piece, the Sacred Romana Marble Bowl: According to legend, it was created during the period of Byzantine Emperor Constantine VII. Its surface is decorated with reliefs and detailed patterns.

The second piece, Barberini Ivory Leaf: This was carved during the reign of Constantine IX. The exquisite ivory leaf is decorated with complex reliefs and paintings, depicting biblical stories and the palace. Scenes.

The third piece, Sceptres of the Hexaboulon: This is a set of scepters made of gold and precious stones, representing the power and prestige of the six main administrative departments of the Byzantine Empire.

The fourth piece, The Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond: This blue diamond was originally a precious gemstone belonging to the Polish royal family, but August Kazimierzky dedicated it to His Majesty

The fifth piece, the Holy Cross of Gniezno: This is a sacred cross. Legend has it that the monk Roman picked up the puppet in the Ulan Highlands in 966.

The ninth piece, Themam Haritsa Yakut: This is a precious jadeite weighing 86 carats. It is one of the national treasures of the empire and symbolizes imperial power and power.

The tenth piece, Sazlmit: It is composed of diamonds, emeralds and rubies, showing gorgeous design and meticulous craftsmanship. It is said that it was the crown used by Suleiman the Magnificent’s wife Hürrem, who shared the same love with His Majesty Topkapi crown during coronation.

The most meaningful gifts in the gift list have been read out. The reason why there are only ten gifts is not because Selim can only get ten.

After all, our ancestors have robbed a lot of things from Europe and Byzantium, and Constantiniya has never been conquered. As for the rebellion of the Guards, the Grand Mufti will usually participate, which means that the Guards are destined to take over. Don't leave these babies.

But why only ten pieces? Because ten is a perfect number for Islam.

The recruitment invitation has come to an end.

Once again I would like to express my respect and high expectations for your family.

I hope this letter can be recognized by you, and we look forward to learning more about each other in future communications and laying the foundation for our marriage.

I would like to extend my most sincere blessings.

Selim-Osmanoglu

Thanks for not being able to get an ID so I went casually. The lord of the Millennium City, Mo Xuan M, gave me the monthly ticket. Thanks to Justinian III and panzer5 who were traveling for their rewards. The letter of appointment in this chapter was adapted from the Islamic template.