With the rapid decline of the Pazzi family, the Duchy of Sardinia gradually regained its stability. This large piece of fat was shared by everyone, and other families hibernated one after another, trying to digest the newly acquired market that originally belonged to the Pazzi family.

"They were like wolves who had been fed and lost their aggression.

Lorenzo said: "I think it's a good moment.

In front of him are the two most respected people by Lorenzo—his teacher, the pillar of the principality, and the hardworking Minister Floros. And his best friend Leonardo da Vinci. After Leonardo's work came to an end, Lorenzo finally had the opportunity to invite Leonardo to his home as a guest. After all, Master Verrocchio's studio is not exactly warm.

Huddled in the warm room, there were several plates of snacks on the table in front of them. There are also maids serving. The lights are also bright enough. Not as dark as in his studio.

In fact, if Leonardo wanted, Lorenzo could directly enshrine him, support his artistic creation or research invention... But Leonardo is not willing to do this. Even though he is in a city, he can only see Leonardo for a few days a month-this makes Lorenzo very distressed.

"Indeed." Facing Lorenzo's question, Leonardo nodded in agreement: "After all, they are not Pazzi, and they will not be your enemy without gaining benefits.

"Yes... they are calm enough," Lorenzo said in a low voice after taking a sip of hot tea, "but because of this, they are better controlled.

"With an opponent of a certain level, his actions are easier to control."

Floros spoke, glanced at Leonardo meaningfully, and replied with a smile: "That's what Zhiliman said." Lorenzo nodded in agreement: "As expected of Emperor Zhili.

yes. Fortunately, it is him. "

Leonardo also responded softly: "His wisdom in this area is already at the same level as mine. Although he said such arrogant words, Lorenzo subconsciously chose to believe in Leonardo.

"So, Leonardo." Lorenzo asked: "Do you think Florence...and the Principality of Sardinia will get better in the future?" "If you don't do anything stupid, I think it will.

Leonardo shrugged: "The biggest obstacle in Sardinia has been eliminated by us. The group of nobles who borrowed orders didn't have a leader, and they didn't have the courage to stand up against us. Lorenzo thought for a while. He opened his mouth and asked: "If they don't dare to jump out, they should want to do something about it...for example, falsifying an election result. If they occupy Dowen, it will be very difficult for some of my orders to be implemented...

"That's much easier, my friend.

Having said that, Leonardo snorted softly: "Those who try to falsify the election results are all those who can't successfully deceive the voters first. If someone will do it, I will let them. You still don't realize The meaning and value of the Press Council. Public opinion is on our side, Lorenzo. Their propaganda is all abolished, and your words can be circulated throughout the country—you know what that means."

"Well, I guess I kind of understand

Lorenzo said hesitantly: "But wouldn't it be good to do so? Shouldn't the news council be used to maintain fairness?"

"Don't panic, Lorenzo. Your thinking is not a big problem. As Zhiliman said, if a monarch always handles things fairly, it will be difficult for him to satisfy the desires of the nobles, although he can make the people Satisfied. Floros drank the lipstick tea and said leisurely: "That's because the purpose of the people is more just than the purpose of the nobles. The former simply wishes not to be oppressed, while the latter wishes to be oppressed.

"Lorenzo, as the future master of the principality, you should maintain friendly relations with the people - because all they ask is to be free from oppression. Of course, you can easily do this if you want to, and I know that , you are willing to do it. Support will decrease. They will try to influence you with their own opinions, their own views, and if you do not follow their ideas, you will offend them instead.

"Because at this time, the right to speak is not in your hands. This way you are in danger.

"The right thing to do, therefore, is to elect wise, far-sighted people. Let them alone have the right to tell you the truth—but only about what you ask them. Don't give them the right to tell you the truth about others. Everything is up to you.

Floros said solemnly: "For example, me, or Leonardo. We will not make any suggestions other than what you asked. Because we are not your masters, but your courtiers." Conversely. You also have to make these smart people understand you. You are to ask us, and many more wise men, what you do not understand immediately. Instead of assuming since 2 has figured it out; at the same time, you listen to each of us and then use your own will and judgment to make the choice.

"And if you do this, you can't keep silent. Instead, you have to open your mouth to tell us the decision you made, and implement it unswervingly. If you don't do this, but hide your own thoughts and ideas. Secrets, then when you suddenly take them out, you will often be opposed by people around you...

"The teacher meant that under the candlelight, Leonardo's eyes reflected a warm and jewel-like light: "You have to let them know what can and can't be done; let them clearly see your bottom line, You don't need them to test and provoke, and you don't need them to guess... At the same time, you must resolutely eradicate all fools who knowingly commit crimes. Because they are tantamount to making an open enemy to you, and there is no need to keep such people. They will naturally push... because they will not be an enemy to you directly, but because they are short-sighted, they need your hints to know that this place belongs to you. 'Front' Leonardo whispered: "You are a sufficiently enlightened monarch, Lorenzo. But you are not firm enough... your heart is not hard enough. You can be loved. You cannot be feared. This is Very dangerous. My friend.

Know. you told me. "

More... And if Sardinian encounters difficulties and requires them to make some sacrifices, they will jump out and reprimand me against me.

"It's the same logic.

ok, i'll try...

The future Grand Duke of Sardinia sighed, smiled lightly and handed the biscuit to Leonardo's mouth: "But if I fail to be my friend, you must remind me. This country is in your hands. The corner of Leonardo's mouth twitched. He looked at Floros, and Floros smiled at him.

Is that what you think, Floros. If you are free, please help me. It shouldn't take much effort to manage such a mere principality... Just treat it as helping a friend.

"Speaking of which, I just bought a private airship a while ago, and I just drove to Florence yesterday." Lorenzo took a sip of tea and said casually, "I remember you said that you were very interested in airships and went to see them. Is it? Leonardo readily responded, "Then take me to have a look.