The members of the Sighard family who negotiated with Otto were Sighard III, Count of Ansbach, Sophie's father, Baron Gold, and their brother, Baron Hatto.
After a few simple greetings, Baron Gold opened the topic.
Baron Gold first elaborated on the long-standing friendship between the Sighard family and the Alahorf family, as well as the sincere cooperation between the two parties in the Principality of Swabia, saying that both parties have always been close friends.
Now, the marriage between the two parties, based on the principle of mutual benefit and win-win, has taken the friendship between the two families further and formed a closer relationship.
Baron Gold affirmed the outstanding contributions of the Alacherf family in the Principality of Swabia over the years, praised the success of the Alacherf family's rule in Allgäu, and finally praised the original Alacherf family. Member, how good Otto, now the founder of the Habsburg family, was.
Regarding the marriage and alliance between the Sighard family and the Habsburg family, Baron Gold believes that this move will not only enhance the two parties' voice within the Principality of Swabia, but also face enemies other than the Principality of Swabia. It will also form a strong deterrent effect.
To put it simply, the demands of the Sighard family are very simple. They do not need any betrothal gifts but pay land instead. That is Otto to help them deal with the Sighard family's biggest problem now, Duke Enns of Nordgård. Special II.
The Sieghard family and the Duke of Nordgård were fiercely competing for land near Nuremberg.
As a count family, it is naturally difficult for the Sighard family to compete with a duke. They are already at a disadvantage, so they are in urgent need of external help.
However, the Principality of Swabia is already in chaos, and all forces are fighting. Within the Principality of Swabia, it is difficult for the Sighard family to find allies.
Although the Alaholf family was not very powerful in the territory within the Principality of Swabia, they were still doing a great job in the Allgäu Territory, and thus came into the sight of the Sighard family.
The Alajorf family has its center of gravity in Allgäu. It is also a vassal in Swabia and has certain strength. Whether it is helping the Sighard family consolidate its power in the Principality of Swabia or fighting against the Duke of Nordgård, Be able to lend a helping hand.
And since the Alaholf family's focus is not in Swabia, the Sighard family does not have to worry about affecting their power in the Principality of Swabia.
After understanding the other party's demands, Otto felt that the price offered by the other party was a bit low. The land of a mere barony did not seem to be enough.
The Sighard family is the largest vassal in Swabia, and the amount of land they control is not much less than that of the Duke of Swabia. Since they want to drag themselves against the Duke of Nordgård, the price is too low.
Even a powerful earl family like the Sighard family finds it difficult to fight against. How much power does Otto have to deal with?
"Your Excellency the Earl, Your Excellency the two Barons, it's not that I don't want to help, it's just that the Duke of Nordgård is very powerful, and the grudge between you two, given the situation in the Aargau Territory, is really powerless to intervene."
The three members of the Sighard family looked at each other, communicated with each other for a moment, and came to the answer, the money was not enough.
Just kidding, based on the strength that Otto showed at today's banquet, no one thought that the Allgäu Territory was weak. Coupled with the previous record of defeating the Bernier Territory, Otto's meaning was already obvious.
Since Otto thought the remuneration was not enough, it would be simple, just add more money.
After some not-so-intense bargaining, the two parties finally reached an agreement.
In addition to the previous agreement to give Otto a barony of land in the Nadlingen area as Sophie's dowry, the Sighard family will give almost two knightly enclaves in the Linz area. Also transferred to Otto.
At the same time, if there is still no male heir after Baron Gold's death, Otto will retain his baronetcy and land in the Dean region as Baron Gold's son-in-law.
When the Sighard family needed it, Otto had to unconditionally participate in the Sighard family's wars at least twice, whether it was defensive or offensive in nature.
After reaching an agreement, both parties were satisfied.
For the Sighard family, there was no male heir to Baron Gold. If Baron Gold died, Sophie would inherit the land. The extra cost is just a small, unimportant enclave.
For Otto, while confirming his inheritance rights to the title and wealth of Baron Gold, he also gained a springboard to enter the Austrian region.
After all, although according to the inheritance law, Sophie can inherit everything from Baron Gold, but if the Sighard family refuses to admit it, Otto will most likely not be able to get it.
Brothers and nephews, to some extent, have higher inheritance rights than daughters in this era.
As for Linz, Otto was no stranger to it. It was closer to Vienna than Allgäu was to Swabia.
Otto is thinking about Austria. Compared with Austria, Switzerland is really too poor.
"By the way, Otto, your father is a vassal of the Kingdom of Lotharingia. What are you going to do in the coming war?"
After negotiating the exchange of interests, Baron Gold's tone towards Otto became much better. From the bottom of his heart, he was very satisfied with Otto as his son-in-law. Not only was he handsome, but he was also capable. His daughter Being able to marry him is not a disadvantage at all.
As for the upcoming war, Otto has naturally thought about it.
Historically, the Kingdom of Lotharingia was unable to withstand the attacks of the East and West Frankish Kingdoms, and was eventually divided.
Otto would not get on this broken ship that was destined to sink. During this time, he received many orders from the regent Duke of Holland, but Otto ignored them all.
Every one of the troops in Argauland is valuable. This is the capital that Otto plans to use to seize the territory. There will be no more for any king to consume.
Anyway, isn't Otto also a vassal of the Kingdom of East Francia? It would be over if he joins the winner of the Kingdom of East Francia as soon as possible.
"Father-in-law, elders, I have already thought about this matter."
Otto also changed his tune very quickly.
"The King of the Kingdom of Lotharingia is now seriously ill and the prince is young. He is definitely unable to withstand the attacks of the Kingdom of East and West Frankia. Therefore, I would like to explain to His Majesty Louis of East Frankia as soon as possible that I will always be loyal and support him.
However, the elders also know that Argolan is the territory of the Kingdom of Lotharingia after all. I am afraid that His Majesty Louis does not trust me, and I still need the elders to help me with a few words of kindness.
I am willing to act as a vanguard and personally lead an army to attack the nobles of the Kingdom of Lotharingia to show my sincerity! "
"Well..." Count Ansbach pondered for a moment.
"His Majesty Louis will definitely be willing to accept your allegiance. Whether it is the Alaholf family or the Habsburg family you created yourself, they are all vassals of the Kingdom of East Francia.
His Majesty Louis had always been tolerant of the kingdom's vassals.
However, if you take the initiative to attack the Kingdom of Lotharingia, it may have a negative impact on your reputation. I don’t recommend you do so.
You can do nothing and just wait for the war to end. "
