The two parties began a long standoff.
Though young, Mahmud II appeared patient in capturing this city. Endless supplies flowed into this vast camp and transformed into enormous siege weapons clearly visible from atop the city walls.
Countless laborers and pack animals dragged large siege cannons, placing them in artillery positions.
But the defenders atop the walls could only watch helplessly as the enemy grew stronger each day.
"A truly troublesome opponent."
Losa murmured softly, his gaze seemingly piercing through several thousand meters of obstacles to see Mahmud II personally drafting plans within his tent.
Though Constantinople had faded, it did not mean her importance had diminished. Once the city fell, the Ottoman would not only remove the wedge in their heart, but Constantinople would also regain her rightful status under their control.
Besides practical benefits, taking Constantinople represented immense prestige.
