Roman Slave Owner

Then he saw Metellus and the others preparing slowly, Lucias couldn't help frowning.

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be like this. Are they still thinking about making a comeback?

But he has no intention of urging, he has already prepared everything for them outside, even if they delay, they won't be able to delay for much time.

After all, when the time came, Metellus and the others made their preparations and walked outside the mansion.

At this time, they saw four palanquins outside the mansion. This is a small Roman sedan chair carried by two or four people. Beside the shoulders stood four strong slaves.

Consul Li Wei said that Elder Metellus is getting old, so he specially prepared shoulders for you and your family, so as to avoid the pain of running around.

said Lucias.

I would rather die than take the car that Levi prepared for me. I want to walk to Mars Square. I want to see Rome for the last time.

Metellus' expression changed, and he said bitterly.

Senior Metellus, don't waste time here. Consul Li Wei also said that if you don't sit down, you will be bound to Mars Square. I advise you not to make mistakes.

Lucias said coldly.

What are you talking about? I want to see how to tie him up. Li Wei, you arrogant and domineering guy, you will be cursed by the gods sooner or later. And you, Lucias...

Metellus couldn't help being furious, and yelled at Li Wei and Lucias.

He is the chief elder and chief priest, how could he be insulted like this.

Tie them all up.

Lysias said bluntly, why is a dying man still putting on airs here.

Hearing this, the guards behind immediately rushed up to tie Metellus up.

What are you doing? Do you know who he is?

You bastards! Let go! Let me go!

...

The elders behind, Mucia and the others said angrily immediately, but Lucias walked up to them and stopped them with his right hand.

Stop ahead, or I'll see you running into the tribunes.

said Lucias.

Seeing this, the elders hesitated. It is a capital offense to collide with the tribunes.

Lucias, don't go too far, how could you treat Elder Metellus like this.

Pompeo said angrily.

Excessive? I don't think so. You don't even look at the time. With your speed, you won't be able to reach Mars Square even when it's dark.

Lucias said contemptuously, a lot of age and said to go to Mars Square, can you show some face.

Why don't we each take a step back, how about I persuade them to sit on it?

Pompeo took a deep breath, and then said.

Okay, you have 3 minutes to convince them.

said Lucias.

Pompey sighed, and could only step forward to persuade Metellus.

Metellus also knew that it was useless to rely on the old to sell the old, so he had to sit on it while cursing angrily.

So the four of them all sat on the shoulders, and Mucia and others burst into tears, but it was of no use.

Lucias snorted coldly, waved his big hand, and walked quickly outside the city of Rome under the escort of guards and crusaders.

***

***

Mars Square was crowded with people, and a large number of crusaders and guards armed with swords and shields lined up neatly according to the constituencies.

In ancient times, the Romans held swords and shields when they participated in the Citizens' Assembly, and when they expressed their support, they would beat the shield with their swords.

In addition, some priests gave speeches, condemning the crimes of the Metellus family and calling for the execution of them.

Due to the rumors of the day before yesterday, the number of Roman citizens who came to participate in the citizen assembly today was much less than usual, but there were many crusaders, so Li Wei knew that the general situation was settled.

Not long after, the Metellus family was brought over in a panic.

Metellus looked at Li Wei with deep hatred in his eyes,

Li Wei, I really regret it. I regret why I didn't fight you to the death earlier.

At this point, Metellus already understood that he might not be able to escape this disaster.

You are wrong, no matter what happens, you will die! I will live!

Li Wei said lightly, Do you have any last words? Maybe I can help you realize it.

The gods will curse you! Nothing good will happen to you!

Metellus said angrily.

hehe.

Li Wei sneered, if there really are gods, why is their territory taken over by Christianity?

It turns out that these gods are losers!

He glanced at Pompey and the others following behind him, I'll wait and see.

Metellus sneered and said nothing more.

It's just that when his eyes touched the cross not far away, his body couldn't help shaking.

Li Wei, do you really have to put them to death? Can you let them go?

Pompeo said.

The struggle for power is about life and death, don't you understand now?

Levi said.

Pompeo's heart was shocked. Could it be that he also included himself in the power struggle, and would he kill himself if he had the chance?

Thinking of this, he looked at Li Wei with a complicated expression.

Pompeii, in my opinion, there are only two or three heroes in Rome, and you are one of them. Are you willing to join hands with me to build a prosperous and powerful Rome?

Li Wei asked, and he extended an olive branch to Pompey again.

Pompey looked deeply at Li Wei, how much of what he said was true and how much was false?

Will you let Pompey always listen to you and be your follower?

Metellus said with a sneer.

Li Wei gave Metellus a cold look, We are equal.

Are you really equal? ​​Look at how many people from Pompey and yours are there. You just want to use him to control the Senate.

Metellus said.

Pompey took a deep breath, he hated Metellus a little bit, this old guy only told the truth in order to stimulate himself.

Li Wei glanced at Pompey, but found that Pompey turned his head to the side, and could only sigh deeply.

Just outside Mars Square, Markellus galloped desperately, with several cavalry closely following behind him.

At this time, Markellus was extremely regretful, he did not expect to fall into Li Wei's trick.

At this time, time is life, and he must catch up with the Citizens Assembly as soon as possible, otherwise Metellus will die.

Fortunately, he found that some people were rushing towards the Mars Square sparsely. It seemed that the Citizens' Assembly hadn't officially started yet, so maybe he still had a chance.

At this time, Lucias found Markellus and his party who were galloping on horseback, which made his face change wildly.

Block the passage! Block the passage quickly! No one is allowed to enter!

Lucias said loudly.

Hearing this, the guards immediately tied the ropes to the stakes around the square, and then surrounded the square.

Lucias called a military tribune of the Crusaders, whispered some instructions to him, and then squeezed towards the rostrum.

Wait, wait a minute, don't block the passage. I am Justice Markellus, and I am the special trial judge of the case.

Marcellus said loudly.

But he was not well, and as soon as he shouted the guards moved faster, and soon the square was roped off.

Markellus couldn't help being furious. After dismounting from his horse, he rushed towards the square.

What are you going to do? The passage has been blocked, and no one is allowed to enter.

said a guard.

Go away, I'm Justice Marcellus, and I'm going to see Elder Metellus.

Markellus staggered the guard directly, almost knocking him to the ground.

What are you doing? Didn't you hear that the passage has been blocked? Who let you in?

At this time, a dozen crusaders surrounded them, one of the military tribunes said.

Go away, it's none of your business.

Markellus said angrily.

Anyone must abide by the law, even the judge is no exception. After the passage is blocked, no one is allowed to enter.

said the military tribune.

Anyway, he has reason, and he is not afraid of any judges.

you……

Markellus was so angry that he pointed at him and couldn't speak. These damn Levi's lackeys are simply bad.

He thought of rushing in from some other place, but found that the military tribune seemed sure of his troubles, stopping him wherever he went.

Seeing that he couldn't rush into the venue, Marcellus cried out in anger.

He hates it! He not only hated himself, but also hated Li Wei!

Metellus! I'm sorry!

After hearing what Lucias said, Li Wei smiled and said, It's about time now, we can start.

Metellus' face turned pale, and he almost sat on the ground, relying on the support of an elder next to him to stand still.

Li Wei looked disdainful, thinking you were a tough guy.

He walked up to the rostrum and motioned for everyone to quiet down, and the voices in Mars Square gradually became quieter.

Dear citizens of Rome, I am the Consul Li Wei. In view of the delay in electing the treasurer and construction officer, the senate meeting yesterday decided that no divination will be required for the citizens' assembly on the next market day. Now I declare that the Citizens' Assembly has officially begun!

Hearing this, there was thunderous applause immediately below.

Those crusaders beat their swords and shields rhythmically, which made many people feel extremely uncomfortable.

It's still the same as before. Before each citizen assembly, we have to try some cases involving the death penalty. Now I announce that the first case is that the civilian tribune Lucias sued the former consul, chief elder, and chief priest. Metellus is involved in the unlawful killing of the civilian tribune Saturnin.

Originally the justices consisted of three justices, but because two justices were missing, the justice of this trial is Justice Tuscus. The defense lawyer for the prosecution is our respected patriarch Cicero.

Speaking of this, there was a burst of warm applause immediately below.

Now Livi has begun to build momentum for Cicero. He not only hopes that Cicero can become the consul, but also hopes that after Metellus' death, he can become the chief priest.

Although the head priest has little power, his position is very important.

If Cicero can be allowed to take over as the chief priest, it will be of great benefit to the Holy Church.

Counsel for the defense is Senator Hortensius.

Having said this, the applause below is sparse.

Hortensius felt extremely embarrassed. As a veteran nobleman in Rome, he did not expect to be compared to a newcomer from another place, which made him quite angry.

However, he believes that it is mainly because there are too many crusaders, and of course they will help Cicero.

At this moment, Tuskus, who had been missing for a long time, appeared, and he waved to everyone.

After seeing him, the hatred in Metellus' heart was higher than the mountains and deeper than the sea.

If the person he hates the most is Li Wei, then Tuskus can definitely be ranked second. If it wasn't for him, he could be exiled.

Everyone stood in their positions one after another. First, the judge made a statement of the case, and then the trial officially began.

Senior Metellus, did you insist that the Senate declare a state of tension?

asked Cicero.

Yes.

Metellus said.

Then it was you who demanded the death penalty for Saturnin, the tribune of the populace?

Cicero continued.

No, it is the decision of the Senate to demand the death penalty for Saturnin, not my request alone.

Metellus said.

You are lying, I have a senate announcement here, which records the speeches of each senator at that time. Not only are you the first to ask the senate to declare a state of emergency, but you also think his bill hurt the interests of nobles and knights, so you must Sentence him to death, you are right in saying these words.”

Cicero said.

I object! Elder Metellus is only performing the duties of a chief elder, and he is promoting the normal progress of the agenda of the Senate.

said Hortensius.

This is by no means the normal course of action to advance the agenda of the Senate, which is...

The two sides started a verbal battle, grasping every weakness of the other side and attacking desperately. The whole process was very exciting, and they really deserved to be the two most famous lawyers in Rome.

Li Wei was very calm throughout the whole process. He knew that their performance was in vain. The moment the trial started, the Metellus family was dead.

Metellus looked miserable, and he knew it well.

Although struggling desperately, it seems that he still can't get rid of the teasing of fate.

They debated for a total of two hours, even with a break, and finally came to the voting session.

Dear Roman citizens, it will be up to you to decide the life and death of Elder Metellus. I hope you will use the votes in your hands carefully, because this is related to a person's life and death. Let's start voting.

Tuscus said loudly.

After speaking, the citizens voted according to the tribe, and they received a wooden wax board.

After making a choice, under the supervision of tribal leaders and scrutineers, the wax boards are put into two ballot boxes, one for life and the other for death.

The ballot box for the death of many tribal representatives has accumulated more and more, far exceeding the ballot box for life.

Due to the large number of people, voting took a long time.

During this period, Metellus looked slumped, looking hopeless.

After more than an hour, the results finally came out.

The genius remembers the address of this site in one second:. Mobile version reading website: