Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece - Chapter 1203

[Chapter 152 Governor of Phrygia]

The admiral, expelled from the Athenian people, was of great use in Phrygia not only because of his ability in naval warfare, but also because he was a good friend of the Phrygian governor, Ariobazenes.

How could a destitute Athenian become friends with a respected Persian governor?

The reason can be traced back decades ago. After the Peloponnesian War, the famous Athenian admiral Konon fled to Persia and settled down with the courtesy of Cyrus the Younger, the military commander of western Asia Minor at that time. The Persian nobles had close contacts with him, which laid the foundation for him to later serve as the commander of the Persian Asia Minor fleet.

And his son Timothy also made friends with many young Persian nobles because he lived in western Asia Minor for many years. Ariobazenis is one of them.

After Timothy returned to Athens, the two sides still kept in touch. This time, when he was kicked out of Athens, the first thing that came to his mind was to take refuge with a friend who had become the governor.

Ariobazenis was very happy for the arrival of his friend. He also knew the abilities of his friend very well. After only half a year, he was very courageous to promote him as the fleet commander.

Today, Ariobazenis sent someone to inform Timothy that there was something important to discuss with him.

Although the messenger didn’t tell Timothy what was important, he had a hunch that what he had been requesting might have come to an end, so he rode to the Phrygia governor’s mansion with some anxiety in his heart.

Ariobazenis lived in the central town of Phrygia, Gerdium, on the right bank of the Sakarya River. Timothy ran three horses and finally arrived there at dusk on the fifth day.

Ariobazenis, who had been notified by the messenger, went out to greet him in person, and said seriously: “Timothys, I’m so sorry! I just punished the messenger who brought you here, and he didn’t fully understand my order. I didn’t explain it clearly to you. In fact, the matter is not urgent, but it makes you rush all the way with almost no rest. If something happens to you on the road, I will feel very guilty and uneasy. Fortunately, God Mazda blesses you. !”

Timothy was moved by Ariobazenis’ concern, he hurriedly saluted and said, “Sir Governor—”

Ariobazenis immediately interrupted him with a displeased expression: “Hey, why haven’t we seen you for a few months? , your name for me has changed! You are my friend first, and then temporarily my subordinate. I hope this friendship will last long, so you’d better call me the same as you used

to .”

For the Athenians, this was exactly what Timothy wanted, and he immediately changed his words: “Ario, I don’t know why you called me here this time?”

Ariobazenis laughed and held his hand. He held his arms and ushered him into the mansion, and said at the same time: “Although the messenger made a mistake,

I am very happy to see you so soon! You must be tired and hungry all the way here, go take a bath first, then eat together, let’s Eat and

talk.”

Under the service of the maid, Timothy finished bathing, and briefly talked to Ariobazenis about his takeover of the Phrygian fleet during the meal.

After listening carefully, Ariobazenis expressed satisfaction with Timothy’s actions in Aspendus, and then turned to some interesting stories about their relationship when they were young.

Timothy also interjected from time to time. Although there were only two of them in the restaurant besides the five or six maids, the whole atmosphere was still relatively active.

After three rounds of wine and five flavors of food, Ariobazenis said sternly: “Timothys, last time you told me that you hoped to lead a fleet to support Athens, and the navy of Dionia. I can’t promise you this matter.”

Timothy was disappointed when he heard this, although he didn’t express this emotion, he remained silent for a moment.

Ariobazenis saw it in his eyes, took out a letter from his arms, handed it to him, and said, “Look at this first.”

Timothy took the letter in confusion and opened it up.

, soon his face changed: “The King of Persia is going to attack Egypt, ask you to provide troops and baggage, and ask me to lead the fleet to Tyre?!”

Ariobazenis sighed: “When you made this request to me before, the reason why I hesitated was not because I was stingy, but because the king of Persia was planning to attack Egypt, if I agreed with you at this time He sent the fleet to Athens at the request of the Great King. After knowing this, the king, with his suspicious and vengeful nature, would probably think that I was unwilling to provide him with military support and deliberately made such an excuse in advance. I’m afraid it won’t make me feel better…

Alas! Ever since the defeat of His Royal Highness Cyrus, that great king has a lot of views on our Asia Minor… Sparta invaded our land, he not only did not help, but even supported him in the end Sparta’s domination of Greece… After several wars in the country, which one did not make us Asia Minor contribute the most, and of course lose the most…” When

Timothy heard these words, not only did his dissatisfaction disappear, but also Feeling guilty, he said earnestly: “Ario, I was expelled from Athens. You not only took me in, but also entrusted me with important tasks. I am very grateful! I should not have made such a request to embarrass you, this is me It

‘s your fault!”

Ariobazenis shook his head and said helplessly: “Athens expelled you, and you still want to help Athens, which I admire very much! It’s just unfortunate that two things come together, Otherwise, Lord Phanabazus could have done that (Phanabazus, in order to retaliate for Agesilaus’s devastation of western Asia Minor, persuaded the governors of Asia Minor to agree to let Konon lead the combined fleet of western Asia Minor to attack Sparta, In the end, he acquiesced to Konon to privately bring these warships into Athens), with your friendship, I will support you even more!”

Timothy could only lament his bad luck, he was silent for a moment, and he said fiercely. After taking a sip of wine, he turned to ask doubtfully, “I have never met the Persian king, why did he specifically mention me in his letter?”

Ariobazenis smiled and said: “Timotheus, you underestimate yourself too much. You have performed well in the war with Sparta, and you have proved to the world that you are a talent no less than your father. I think the great king who has been paying attention to the Greek war must also know your name because of this. You must know that although our Persia is strong, we lack a good naval commander, otherwise we will not be able to compete with Greece in the past. Although Egypt’s naval strength is not strong, but-”

Ariobazenis sneered: “But the king suffered defeats in previous wars, this time he personally attacked Egypt, he will never allow himself to fail again, so of course he wants to pick a good admiral to help him… Anyway, it’s a good thing for you, if you can get that one The king’s appreciation, maybe you can ask him to lead the entire Persian navy to rescue Greece and fight against Dionia.”

Timothy’s heart moved, and at that moment he had decided to go to Tyre.

Ariobazenis clearly saw his thoughts, and then said: “Timothys, if you agree to accept the invitation of the king, can you do me two small favors?”

“Ario, you are too polite. , Since I left Athens and came to Phrygia, you have been taking good care of me. I am worried that I will not have the chance to repay, let alone two, even 100. As long as I can do it, I will do my best to provide you with Help!”

“Okay, then I’ll get it straight! It took me years to run out of Phrygia’s taxes to build such a fleet, and if you get a lot of use from that great king, I hope you’ll be able to use it with the Egyptians. Try to protect my warships during the battle.”

Timothy replied simply: “Don’t worry, I will do my best!”

“The second task is…you are under the king’s command and participate in the battle against Egypt. After that, can you… write to me regularly about the movements of the entire army? You know… Well, there are more trade exchanges between Frisia and Egypt. I need to make some decisions according to the development of the war, let me The Frisian merchants who remained in certain towns in Egypt either evacuated as soon as possible, or simply took the opportunity to seize some important materials and minerals there…”

Timothy hesitated for a moment, and then responded: “I will write to you, but after arriving in Phoenicia, I may be mainly responsible for the navy, and I may not be very clear about the future movements of the Persian king’s army…”

“Just do your best!” Ariobazenis smiled and raised his glass: “Let’s toast and wish you all the best in the next battle!” In the middle of the

night, UU reading www.sonicmtl.com had disappeared for a while. Ariobazenis’ confidant servant quietly returned to the governor’s mansion.

Ariobazenis summoned him alone in his study.

“Master, 15 days ago, I arrived at Samara () in Capadesia, and the Governor received me in secret. I showed him both the letter you wrote and the letter written by the Egyptian pharaoh. This is His reply.”

Ariobazenis quickly took the letter and looked happy after reading it.

Although the confidant servant was curious, he did not ask.

However, Ariobazenis still couldn’t help but say: “Not only did Stridates agree with my suggestion, he decided to accept the plan of the Egyptian pharaoh and let everyone join forces, but he also offered to convince Pafra. Governors of Goni, Lycaonia, Armenia and several other regions.”

“Master, there are too many people to contact, so it is difficult to keep secrets!” The confidant servant reminded worriedly.

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