Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece

After Patroclus and Stephoros had lunch, they ran to the Temple of Athena not far from the school.

This temple was originally built by the people here to thank Athens for their great help in rebuilding the city of Turii (the original protector of Turii was Apollo). After the end of the Peloponnesian War, after Turii forcibly cut off relations with Athens and expelled the Athenian Turians, the number of people who came here to pray was much less, and even fewer now.

Children enjoy playing football and football games on the flat, empty square in front of the temple. In these sports, Patroclus is a little star, because at 13 he is far superior to other kids in terms of strength, speed and agility, and everyone loves to play with him.

But these days, neither he nor Steveros had any interest in playing. The two children were lying on the wall of the temple and threw stones at the Kosseni River bored.

Stifros, I haven't seen my father for almost two months. Let me tell you, this is the first time I have been separated from my father for such a long time since I was a child, and I don't know how he is now... Patroclus stared blankly at the rushing river, and said with a bit of worry and a bit of complaint: Last time. When their First Army passed through Turii, Lord Davos didn't even let them go home and take a look! They walked so fast, I tried desperately to catch up after class, but I didn't catch up...

Stephros said with a big smile: I heard from my father that the requirements of being a soldier in the legion are very strict, much stricter than the requirements of our school. If you violate it, you will be spanked. Your father is afraid of being spanked. Ass, of course I dare not run to see you!

Patroclus glared at him: I don't think you're too worried about your father.

Stephros stopped throwing stones into the river and reminded loudly: I told you that Amyntas is not my biological father! But...he was very kind to me and my mother...

Stevoros tilted his head and thought for a while, then said: He often tells me the story of fighting with the great Davos Archon when he was in Persia. He is a hero, I like him very much, I believe him It will be all right! Because the battle commanded by the great Archon Davos has never been lost!

His optimism infected Patroclus: You're right, the Dionian Legion is invincible!

At this time, a child rushed into the temple excitedly: Good news! Good news!...

Proclus, what good news makes you so happy?! The children stopped playing and looked at him.

Cheers, classmates! The Third Legion, led by my father, wiped out the invading Picosses! Procles shouted excitedly.

Is it true? Patroclus asked hastily.

Of course it's true! Proclus raised his head: If you don't believe me, go to Turii City, the whole city is cheering!

No one doubts this victory, but the victory mainly comes from the command of the Davos consul. Steveros saw Proclus's excited look, remembering that his adoptive father has not yet received any news, he couldn't bear it. Live to grab a white sentence.

Proclus was speechless for a while, glared at Steveros fiercely, and couldn't help shouting: Anyway, my father is commanding the troops in Grummentum, and what is your father doing now?!

Now it was Steveros' turn to be speechless.

Just when the two were fighting, the other children cheered: Great, victory!

Dionia Victory!

Legion Victory!

...

The cheering children began to line up according to the military movements taught by the instructor, and played a triumph game. Proclus and Stephoros were pulled into the line by Patroclus. But soon, the two were arguing over who was the flag bearer...

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Meanwhile, in the Turii Senate, the senators were discussing the affairs of the Dionian Union.

Rotating chairman Marigi took out a papyrus scroll,

Said: The Chief Executive of Crimea, Lord Scomblas, sent a document saying that he has thought of many ways, but there are still many people in Crimea who are reluctant to subscribe for wheat bonds. So far, The bonds allocated to several other cities have been snapped up, even Aspurstum. Only Crimea— Mariji raised his voice: It was originally allocated the least, but even half The share is not completed! You see if you can bring the rest of the debt back to Castellon, Amicris has sent someone to say a few times, 'The citizens of Castellon desperately want to subscribe us Bonds issued!'

agree!

I have no opinion!

Borrowing 100 catties of wheat and paying back 115 catties within a year is such a huge profit! Dionia did not benefit the citizens in the slightest, so why are so many people in Crimea unwilling to subscribe? We should Think about why! Kunogorata reminded everyone.

As soon as these words came out, most of the elders turned their attention to Antaoris.

He looked rather embarrassed, he coughed a few times, stood up and said, My lords, I... I think there are several reasons for this... First of all, Crimesa joined the Dionysian Alliance at the latest. It’s only been half a year now! The most important thing is that it’s different from Asporustum…” Having said that, he stabilized his emotions, cleared his throat, and said solemnly: “Although it’s really annoying to tell the truth. It's sad, but it's true. The Crotone war was not initiated by the Dionysians, but many Crimeans believe that Dionysus should bear some responsibility. A lot of people died in the war with Dionia, and half a year is not enough to resolve the resentment in their hearts. With resentment, it is natural to be unable to fully trust Dionia...

Antaoris' words caused a brief silence.

After a while, Cornerus said in a deep voice: The war with Crotone was unavoidable. Although Crimea has become part of Dionia, it seems that we still need to do more. Work hard to resolve the grief in the hearts of the Crimesa people. I also hope that the three adults Antaoris, Eurycopus, and Pleades can provide more help!

Whether as a member of the Senate or as a Crimea, this is what we should do! Eurycopius said firmly: I believe that it will not be long before the Crimeans will Proud and proud to be a Dionian citizen!

Eurypsis's words were unanimously agreed by the elders.

At this time, Pollux stood up and said: Dear elders, I just talked about the issue of wheat bonds. It reminds me of what Lord Mersis once said, 'The rations obtained from the people are also worth the most. How much can I maintain the use of Dionia's expedition team for more than two months'. Am I right? Lord Mersis.

Although Merses hated Pollux, he had to nod and say, Yes, I said so. But—

Thank you! Polyxis interrupted Mersis loudly, and said quickly: Even if we have captured Bisinia, but with such a huge area of ​​Bruti and a population of hundreds of thousands, it takes only two Conquering it in a month, I'm afraid it will be difficult! What's more, when we concentrate our efforts on the Brutus, the Lucarians in the north are also taking the opportunity to make trouble. Now, the Senate is for Bagul... um... ...The lord is seriously injured, and his life and death are unknown, is there any good way to deal with Picocis' aggressive attack on Grummentum?! When Polyxis said this, he put his sympathetic eyes on Vespa and Heath. Blindfolded, although he hated these barbarians who infiltrated the Senate in his heart, he needed these staunch supporters of Davos to doubt the young man.

No! Because all the soldiers are at war with the Brutians! If it goes on like this, I am afraid that the Brutians have not been conquered yet, and the Picosses have already captured Grummentum and attacked our Neutum. It's time! At that time, our Dionysian alliance will be faced with enemies on both sides, and the army will face the dilemma of shortage of rations. A catastrophe will come to Dionysian... Ladies and gentlemen, please think carefully about this terrible situation. It is very likely to appear! Polyxis cried out in pain.

A few of the elders changed their faces, while others were thoughtful.

Seeing this scene in front of Marighi, he secretly hated: This damn Polyxis has only been quiet for a few days, and he came out to make trouble again!

Davos's design to seduce the Lucanians was kept secret, and only Avinogis, Sesta, Hieronymus and the main officers of the Third Army knew. The uninformed Marigi winked anxiously at Plessinas in the back row, hoping that he would stand up to refute Polyxis.

We are so belligerent! As soon as Crotone was repelled, Grummentum was soon attacked. A few days after helping Tarantum, the war against the Brutians was launched... Our crazy expansion has caused anxiety among the surrounding forces, and they will join hands to deal with us! The attack of Picocis is only a harbinger. For the long-term safety of Dionia, we should think about it and formulate some laws. Constrain the practice of waging war at will!

Polyxis didn't mention Davos in his words, but anyone could hear that it was obviously aimed at Davos, and the Great Hall suddenly became very quiet.

At this time, there was a bang, and the sound of the door being pushed open was particularly clear in the quiet enclosed space.

Felixius walked into the venue quickly with a look of excitement.

With a move in Marigi's heart, he broke the silence and said, Master Felixius, you are late!