Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece - Chapter 1194

[Chapter 143 The New Mission of Leoticides]

“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 this circumstance, the Macedonian king did not dare to risk the army to fight south.”

“Macedonia is still a weak country at this time…” Davos sighed and muttered.

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

“Please come in.”

Henipolis stood at the door and said, “Your Majesty, Prosius is here.”

“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 director of the kingdom’s intelligence left, Davos tidied up his appearance before saying to Henepolis: “Heni, go pick him up yourself.”

“Okay.” Henepolis understood. nod.

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, contributing your own strength to the kingdom, not to mention that you have made a lot of merits for the kingdom over the years!”

After Davos sighed, he

restrained his smile and said seriously: “But you I have been concealing my

true

identity, and this concealment has had a great impact on this military operation, which is why I decided to transfer you back and the Ministry of Military Affairs temporarily suspended you.

It’s my fault, 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’s a question now.” Davos patted the armrest lightly: “Am I going to call you Prosius? Or Leoticides?”

Leoticides didn’t hesitate to answer immediately : “Leltichides has become a thing of the past. I am now a citizen of Prosusus and Dionia, and Prosous will continue to be passed down as my family’s surname.”

The corner of Davos’ mouth showed With a smile, he said: “Two days ago, the 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 is an attempt to invade Egypt’. Egyptian Pharaoh Tower Nice hopes that when the Persian army invades Egypt, we Dionia can send reinforcements to Egypt…”

Leoticides heard this, and 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 think 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 the three Sicilian legions as the main reinforcements, with the 2nd fleet at sea to provide Auxiliary, in addition to considering the vast and flat area of Egypt, which is conducive to cavalry galloping, we are planning to let the light cavalry regiment 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 it?

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. Familiarize yourself with the 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, Don’t build up the army on a large scale, and 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: ”

After I lead the army to Egypt, what will happen to the ration supply?”

”

“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 deliver some supplies to you in due course.”

Leoticides nodded and did not speak for a while.

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 fears have come true. Many Greek city-states, led by Athens, are forming an alliance against Dionia, which will undoubtedly give us a strategic advantage in controlling the Greek mainland. It will be very difficult, and if our war in Greece cannot be ended in a short time, we will have to reinforce Egypt here, which will undoubtedly fall into the dilemma of two-sided warfare… You know Greece well, what advice do you have?

” Following Davos’s words, Leoticides thought about this issue in his mind. He had already become the commander, and of course he 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 territories have been incorporated into the kingdom.”

Leoticides briefly mentioned the conquering of the Gauls. After all, he was the commander of the northern expedition to Gaul at that time, and he said too much and was 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 that 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…” Davos 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, falling into Contemplative.

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Asidamas entered Philae’s mansion and saw Tagus Jason of Thessaly Pacing back and forth at the door of the living room, he stepped forward and asked, “Sir, why are you looking for me?

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, Dio The Nia army defeated the Spartan army of 30,000 with Persian support at Tygea!

”

“Sparta suffered another defeat in battle?”

!

“Asidamas was shocked by the news. For a politician who has spent most of his life in the era of Sparta, it was a bit difficult to accept.

“Yes, I heard about the Dionysians .”

Not only defeated the Spartan army, but also occupied the Spartan camp, captured a lot of soldiers, drove the Spartan troops into the mountains, and they also took the opportunity to capture Taigea… Jason’s mood said excitedly.

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, my lord?”

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

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