Chapter 111 Dowry

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 Your 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 the 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 Emperor 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 a few 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 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.

During my communication with your family and you, I have developed a deep admiration 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 I am full of hope for a happy marriage with you.

I humbly and sincerely propose a sincere marriage proposal to your family.

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 life with you.

As a respect and commitment to you and your family, the following is my sincerity.

A group of white eunuchs called the black servants behind to carry the treasures into the church.

The first one, the Sacred Romana Marble Bowl: It is said to be a creation during the Byzantine Emperor Constantine VII, and the surface is decorated with reliefs and delicate patterns.

The second, the Barberini Ivory Leaf: This is a product of Constantine IX's carving. The exquisite ivory leaf is decorated with intricate reliefs and paintings, depicting biblical stories and court scenes.

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

The fourth, the Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond: This blue diamond was originally a precious gem belonging to the Polish royal family, but August Kazimierzski presented it to His Majesty.

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

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

The tenth item, the Sazlmit: It is composed of diamonds, emeralds and rubies, showing a gorgeous design and delicate craftsmanship. It is said to be the crown used by Suleiman the Magnificent's wife, Hürrem, and is opposite to the Topkapi crown used by His Majesty at his coronation.

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

After all, the ancestors robbed a lot of things from Europe and Byzantium, and Constantinieh has never been conquered. As for the rebellion of the Guards, the Grand Mufti usually participates, which means that the Guards are destined not to take away these treasures.

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

The engagement letter has come to an end.

Once again, I express my respect and high expectations for your family.

I hope this letter can gain your approval, and I look forward to our future exchanges to understand each other more and lay the foundation for our marriage.

I offer my sincerest wishes.

Selim Osmanoglu

Thanks to the lord of Millennium City, Moxuan M for the monthly ticket, Justinian III and panzer5 for the reward. The letter of appointment in this chapter is based on the template of Islam.