Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece

Yes. Aristillas responded. He had already reminded him that as for what measures King Davos would take in the future, it was not something he should be concerned about.

By the way, have the Macedonians joined this alliance? Davos suddenly remembered Thessaly's neighbor, the legendary country in the history of his previous life, and couldn't help but ask casually.

Oh, I heard that Athens also sent messengers to Macedonia, but King Marston was seriously ill, and I heard that he couldn't get out of bed, so he refused the request of the messenger of Athens. Now the domestic situation in Macedonia is a little chaotic, and there is Thessaly in the south. Under these circumstances, the Macedonian king did not dare to take the risk of sending his army south to fight.

Macedonia is still a weak country at this time... Davos muttered with a sigh.

At this time, there was a knock on the door.

Please come in.

Henipolis stood at the door and said, Your Majesty, here comes Prosius.

Your Majesty, then I'll go down first. Aristillas said immediately with interest.

It's hard work! After returning, continue to pay close attention to the dynamics of the various city-states in mainland Greece and report to me at any time. Davos said seriously.

Yes!

After the chief intelligence officer of the kingdom left, Davos tidied up his appearance before saying to Henepolis: Heney, go and pick him up in person.

Okay. Henepolis nodded knowingly.

As soon as Leoticides entered the office, Davos greeted him warmly.

Your Majesty. Although not wearing armor, Leoticides gave a very formal military salute.

After Davos returned the salute, he motioned him to sit down, then sat on the wooden chair opposite him, and asked with a smile, How's your rest these days?

I'm so busy, I still hope I can have something to do. There was still a hint of prayer on Leoticides' sullen face.

Actually... Neither I nor the Military Affairs Department care about your past identity. There are many people in the Senate who used to be the king of a certain force, the chief general of a certain city-state, and the leader of a certain tribe, and many of them were once enemies. Now you are a citizen of Dionia, and you have contributed your strength to the kingdom, not to mention that you have made a lot of merits for the kingdom over the years!

After Davos finished his exclamation,

He restrained his smile and said seriously: But you have been concealing your true identity, and this concealment has had a great impact on this military operation. This is why I decided to transfer you back and the Ministry of Military Affairs temporarily put you back. Reason for suspension.

It's really my fault that I keep concealing my true identity. I have no opinion on the punishment given by the Ministry of Military Affairs. Leo said with equal seriousness when he mentioned the gains and losses.

There is a question now. Davos patted the armrest lightly: Am I going to call you Prosous? Or Leoticides?

Leoticides did not hesitate, and immediately replied: Leeticides has become a thing of the past, I am now a citizen of Prosus and Dionia, and Prosous will also be my family's surname. , keep it going.

A smile appeared on the corner of Davos' mouth, and he said: Two days ago, an Egyptian messenger came to Turii and told me a piece of news, 'The Persian army is gathering in large numbers in East Phoenicia, and there are people who invade Egypt. Attempt'. The Egyptian pharaoh Tanis hoped that when the Persian army invaded Egypt, we Dionysus could send reinforcements to Egypt...

When Leoticides heard this, he subconsciously grasped the handrail.

Sure enough... Davos looked at him and said unhurriedly: Egypt is our ally, and during the Western Mediterranean War, it selflessly assisted us with a large amount of food, so that we could survive the most difficult period. Now they encounter difficulties, of course we should lend a helping hand and give our full support.

In addition, Persia regards Dionia as an enemy. In the Western Mediterranean War, it sent reinforcements to help Carthage. In the past two years, it has incited the Greek city-states to unite against us... So helping Egypt and attacking Persia are killing two birds with one stone. good thing.

The Council of Executives of the Kingdom has passed the resolution of 'rescue Egypt'. After discussing with the Ministry of Military Affairs, I believe that you are the most suitable person to be the commander of the reinforcements. Are you willing to accept this appointment and go to Persia to fight?

Leoticides, who had been idle for a while, was of course willing to accept this appointment, but he still suppressed the urge in his heart and asked first, Your Majesty, do you know which legions the kingdom will send as reinforcements?

Davos applauded Leoticides for remaining calm under such circumstances, he said aloud: At the moment we are considering three Sicilian legions as the main reinforcements, with the Second Fleet assisting at sea. , In addition, considering that Egypt is vast and flat, which is conducive to cavalry galloping, we plan to let the light cavalry legion of Africa also participate in the expedition. Considering that the Persian army is mainly projectile, we will also recruit 2,000 Barian slingers... How about you? Are you satisfied with this arrangement?

Your Majesty, I am willing to accept your appointment. Leoticides responded decisively.

Persia is not our Dionia, their military mobilization will not be so fast, it may take a while to really attack Egypt, you don't have to worry too much, go to Sicily first, and get familiar with the several legions you will command.

Among these troops, the Eighth Legion is the strongest in combat, and you are the old officer of the Eighth Legion. You have led it to win a lot of honors. I believe that if you take over this support army, you will get the support of the soldiers faster...

However, you should not mass-assemble the army first to avoid premature consumption of rations. After all, the army in the Peloponnesian consumes a lot of rations.

Hearing this, Leoticides couldn't help but ask, What will happen to the supply of rations after I lead the army to Egypt?

Egyptian Pharaoh Tanis has made a promise in the letter that he will supply all the rations for the reinforcements. Davos said calmly: Egypt has always been the main granary of the Mediterranean, and its political situation has been relatively stable in recent years. It is said that the food reserves are sufficient, so you don't have to worry. Of course, the Ministry of Military Affairs will also send you some supplies as a supplement in due course.

Leoticides nodded, but did not speak for a moment.

Davos looked at him, but continued: I heard that when you left Messenia, you reminded Clotokatax, 'Don't let your guard down on other Greek city-states other than Sparta, They have always been fickle...'.

Now, your worries have come true. Many Greek city-states headed by Athens are forming an alliance against Dionia, which will undoubtedly bring great difficulties to our strategy of controlling the Greek mainland. If the war cannot end in a short period of time, there will be reinforcements to Egypt, which will undoubtedly fall into the dilemma of two-sided warfare... You know Greece well, what advice do you have?

Listening to Davos' words, Leoticides pondered this question in his mind. He had become the commander of course, and he certainly didn't want to affect the reinforcements to Egypt because of the war in mainland Greece.

After a while, he said: Your Majesty, a few years ago, the Gauls in Italy were regarded as beasts by the Etruscan, Latin and other races in the north. They were numerous, fierce and aggressive, and were even regarded by the kingdom as a serious problem.

But Your Majesty, you gathered an army of 100,000 at a time, and it took only a few months to defeat the Gauls, and now their lands have been incorporated into the kingdom.

Leoticides briefly mentioned the conquest of the Gauls. After all, he was the commander of the northern expedition to Gaul at that time. He said too much and was undoubtedly suspected of boasting.

The war in mainland Greece is actually somewhat similar to the Gallic war. It seems that there are many city-states, the situation is complicated, and it seems that its citizens are also good at war, but in fact the Peloponnesian Peninsula, plus Central Greece, Northern Greece, and even The land area of ​​the Upper Ionian Islands is far less than the territory of the kingdom, and the population is much worse, not to mention weapons, equipment and logistical supplies...

His Majesty can concentrate most of the army in the kingdom just like conquering the Gauls, and launch an all-out attack on it with a military force far exceeding that of the mainland of Greece.

Well... Davers stroked his chin with his hand, thoughtfully.

After sending Leoticides away, Davos asked Henepolis to bring a plank map of mainland Greece, facing the map alone, lost in thought.

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Asidamas walked into Philae's mansion, and saw Tagus Jason of Thessaly pacing back and forth in front of the living room door, he stepped forward and asked, My lord, what are you looking for me for?

Jason recovered from his meditation, held Asidamas's arm respectfully, walked into the living room, asked him to sit down, and then said solemnly: I just received the news, Dionysus. The runners-up defeated the Spartan army of 30,000 with Persian support at Tygea!

Sparta suffered another defeat in the battle?! Asidamas was shocked by the news. For a politician who spent most of his life in the era of Sparta's dominance, it was a bit of a surprise. Difficult to accept.

Yes, I heard that the Dionians not only defeated the Spartan army, but also occupied the Spartan camp, captured a lot of soldiers, and drove the Spartan troops into the mountains. They also took the opportunity. Captured Tigera... Jason said emotionally.

Asidamas sighed lightly and said with some sighs: It can be seen that even with the support of Persia, the Spartans cannot be the opponents of the Dionysians, and decline is inevitable... What are your plans, sir?

Jason sat down in the chair next to him and said, I want to hear your advice first.

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