Due to the poor road conditions in Lithuania and the backward supply of cities and towns along the road, the 30000 troops starting from Lithuania did not go out in one go, but moved in batches.
After the troops of Mikhail vorodjavsky and Anjie kemitz advanced, Chechen''s mercenary regiment was also scheduled to send troops. According to the order of commander sapega, Chechen''s mercenary regiment will set out with Jan sobesky''s troops. The time is set for May 22.
Whether intentionally or unintentionally, it was Prince mihau who sent the mercenary regiment to deliver orders.
Prince mihau came to the mercenary regiment in high spirits, just like an imperial envoy. Before that, Chechen didn''t know anything about the promotion of his "rival in love" because he put all his efforts on the reconstruction of the mercenary regiment.
"See, alvar Chechen. That''s the gap between you and me. I''m now the adjutant of the grand commander of Lithuania. What are you fighting with me?" said Prince mihau.
At this time, there was no trace of aristocratic upbringing in Prince mihau.
Pedro and others looked at Prince mihau''s hateful face. Everyone had an impulse to punch his face.
"Adjutant mihaw, have you finished all the orders of Datong territory? If you have finished, go back to the city quickly, or you won''t be able to catch up with lunch." Chechen folded the warrant and said faintly to Prince mihaw
Seeing that his provocation had no effect on Chechen, Prince mihau snorted, and then shook his hand and went out.
After Prince mihau left, Chechen said to his companions, "we''re going to start soon. Let''s take a day off today. I''ll go out."
"Commander, where are you going?"
"Go to Jan sobesky."
Chechen really didn''t expect to work with Jan sobesky one day. In the battle of Fort Lida, the two were on opposing sides and killed on the battlefield. After that, Jan sobeski took refuge in the commander of sapega and was placed in a virtual position by sapega. According to his own words, he may have no chance with the army in this life.
But I didn''t expect that the once young republic general would make a comeback so soon, and I will act with him in the future.
Yang sobieski is a general, and his rank and status are higher than those of Chechen. Since he is about to act together, Chechen went to visit Yang sobieski.
Jan sobesky''s barracks were also in the suburbs of Werner. When Cherchen arrived there, the barracks were in full swing. This is not to say that Jan sobesky''s army is practicing, but that carriages transporting goods are constantly driving in and out of the camp. On both sides of the gate of the camp, the material pile is as high as a hill, and hundreds of soldiers take off their arms and work in the "hill".
"Hello, I''m aleval Chechen, the head of the mercenary. I''m here to see general Jan sobesky." Chechen led his horse to the front of the barracks and said to the soldiers standing guard.
The soldier on guard looked at Chechen, asked him to wait at the door, and then went in to report.
Due to the gambling agreement between Chechen and Prince mihau, the name of Chechen is well known in Lithuania.
Soon, Jan sobesky came out to meet Cherchen himself.
"My friend, I came out without shoes when I heard you coming." Jan sobesky hugged Chechen and pointed to his feet.
Jan sobesky came out wearing only socks.
If you were an ordinary person, you would really be moved to death by Jan sobesky. But Chechen was so impressed by some performances of Jan sobeski under yanush and in the battle of lidarburg that it was difficult to have a good impression on him anyway.
"Long time no see, general. I believe you have also received the order of the commander. He asked me to go to Warsaw with you." Chechen stepped back and said politely to Jan sobesky. The attitude and action are alienated with rejection.
Seeing Cherchen''s attitude, Jan sobesky didn''t care. He took Che Chen''s hand and went inside.
As he walked, Jan sobesky sighed to Cherchen: "War can really change a person''s fate. I thought I would sit on the bench in Werner all my life. I didn''t expect the war to recover Warsaw. Together, commander Ye of sapega thought of me and Stanislaw liantskoronsky. The commander asked us to command 5000 Lithuanian troops and horses and contribute to the recovery of Warsaw."
"I just wanted to congratulate you," Chechen said.
"Aren''t you, too? From the expelled criminals to the heroes of the Republic, there are no better ups and downs in life. Since God let us go into the same trench, we will be united in good faith from now on," said Jan sobesky puntically.
It''s hard for Che Chen to answer this. He changed the topic and said, "by the way, general, why are you hoarding so many materials? Didn''t the commander say he would provide supplies for us all the way?"
"Of course, supplies will be provided for us along the line, but what about when we arrive in Warsaw? The Swedes will not easily let us recapture the capital, and there will be a fierce battle at that time. Not to mention the army of Carl x who may return from Prussia at any time, if we delay in the city for a long time, the supply of military grain will be a big problem. The Swedes will certainly be strong and clear in Warsaw, At that time, we can only eat food from the rear. But think about it, my artillery company with six 12 pound field guns alone has 154 horses, including 152 artillery. Let alone people, these horses eat 12 pounds of hay and 14 pounds of grain (oats, corn and barley) every day "Can we support the consumption of 30000 people under Warsaw city by relying on the bad roads in Lithuania? What if the enemy sneaks into our supply line?" said Jan sobeski.
After listening to Jan sobieski''s words, regardless of his previous impression of the Jan sobieski base, Cherchen admired him for taking precautions. As far as Cherchen knows, few generals have considered the logistics supply to Jan sobesky. They always keep counting the number of soldiers and artillery.
"Didn''t you mention that general to commander sapega?" Chechen asked.
"I mentioned it, but the commander said that he would have a way when he arrived in Warsaw. I think unless he is a wizard and can change food, it''s OK to say on the 10th and 20th. After a long delay, everyone is ready to starve to death under the city." Jan sobesky said angrily.
This time, Chechen stood on Jan sobesky''s side. He secretly decided that when he returned to the mercenary regiment, he had to let Ingrid buy supplies in Werner in case of need.
When they reached the big tent, Chechen and Jan sobesky sat down respectively. The general''s adjutant brought a glass of red wine for them.
Jan sobesky took a drink and asked how Cherchen''s mercenary regiment was reorganized.
"1600 infantry, 300 cavalry and a three pound artillery company are all in place. You can start at any time," Chechen said proudly.
This is indeed something to be proud of. In only one month, a mercenary regiment was established from scratch. Although this mercenary regiment still has some problems, its overall strength can not be compared with some old mercenary regiments serving for the Republic.
"Ha, you really deserve to be my favorite! Commander Cherchen, do you remember what I said? If ''you choose to stay in Lithuania and work for the Republic, I welcome you to come to me,''" Jan sobeski said again.
"This..."
"Don''t worry, you can take your time. By the way, I''m on your side in your bet with Prince mihau," said Jan sobesky.
"OK, I''ll think about it," said Chechen.
"Let''s continue to have a few drinks. Don''t go today. Let''s get drunk."
On May 22, two armies of 7000 men set out from Lithuania. Different from the previous troops, the most striking part of this army is the transport team composed of hundreds of carriages following the army.