Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece - Chapter 937

[Chapter 284 The Entrustment Before Going South]

“I have heard.” Sextus also sighed: “The tomb of the Romans! It is said that the name on this tombstone was given by King Davos, and the ashes of Camelus were also included. Buried inside, I think… Although the name is simple, it is just a compliment to them…”

After saying this, there was a sudden silence between the two, and Sextus realized that what he said just now was wrong: Praise these people who desperately resist, then what are those who surrender themselves?

So, he hurriedly changed the subject: “The temples of Jupiter and Juno were also burned down, what a pity! If I want to build them again, I don’t know when it will be!”

“Rebuild?!” Stolo shook his head and turned his eyes to the open space in front of him. There was a bit of pain and reluctance in his eyes, but also a trace of hatred. He said quietly: “There will be no more Jupiter, Juno, Janu here. I heard the Dionians say that they will build the Temple of Diana here, and the Dionysian temple of Hades and Hera, Jupiter… … Abandoned Rome, I think it won’t be long before he will be abandoned by the Romans…”

Sextus looked at the open spaces on the top of the mountain with dismay, but said nothing: Diana The temple was originally the temple that their Roman civilians loved to worship, and during the period when he followed the Dionysian army, because the Dionysus often praised Hades, he also received some praise. Influenced him, believing that he was a god of great power and great concern for mortals, and upon his return he heard from his father that Hades was also popular among Roman commoners.

As for Hera, he only knew that this was a Greek goddess in charge of marriage and family, and it was not too bad.

“I heard… you will soon follow the Dionian army south to fight the Carthaginians.” Stolo asked suddenly.

“Before returning to Rome, King Davos announced this to us. Did you know it so quickly?” Sextus was a little surprised.

“I am temporarily in the city hall, assisting the Dionysian officials, and the current Roman administrator, Asisters, also specifically asked me about the weapons and equipment of our Roman citizens, how much ration we have a day, and whether they can adapt to sitting The ship, how much weight you carry when marching… I asked very detailed questions, so I guess you might have to go south.” Stolo said confidently.

Because the soldiers had already returned, he believed that the news of the expedition would spread soon, so Sextus had nothing to hide, he said calmly: “King Daphus has publicly promised that he will not put the Roman army into the It was a tough battle. However, after returning from the victory this time, the soldiers received a lot of rewards, and some soldiers who performed well were also promoted immediately, so many people told me that they were worried that they would not be able to catch them after going south. I won’t be able to get more military exploits in the battle, I hope I can take the initiative to ask for battle…”

Stolo sighed: “Dionia is still very different from Rome.

For civilians, they have more A chance to rise!”

“Why, are you excited?!” Sextus said half-jokingly and half-seriously: “Let’s join the Roma Reserve Brigade now.”

“I have a lot of business now, too busy, and I’m afraid the city hall won’t let me go.” Stolo complained with a bit of self-satisfaction: “And I’m also taking the time to familiarize myself with the laws of Dionia, preparing to pass their assessment and become a judge of this kingdom.”

“May Diana bless you with an early success!” Sextus sincerely wished: “I hope that one day we can all enter the Dionysian Senate and win more rights for us Romans!”

Stolo After listening to this, my spirit was lifted, and my face became a little more excited: “Let’s work hard together!

” Vitality, but with a different pattern from the past…

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At noon on the second day, Davos held a banquet again, but this time the guests were the envoys of the Latin allies and several Etruscan allies.

At the banquet, Davos re-emphasized the responsibilities and obligations of all allies in the Dionysian Alliance, and also solemnly promised that Dionysus would never interfere in their internal affairs, and would fully protect their territorial security .

Rome was completely destroyed, how could these city-states dare to be halfhearted, the messengers rushed to express: They will absolutely obey the Dionysian Covenant!

Since then, a huge alliance system with Dionia as the leader, Latin city-states and southern Etruscan city-states as subordinates, and Volsi and Herniki as strong assistants has replaced Rome and stood impressively in central Italy. Deter surrounding forces.

That night, Davos hosted Asisters and Geogris again in the house where he temporarily lived.

“I heard that this is the residence of the largest clan patriarch in Rome, Comineneus Marugineensis. Although the location of the residence is good, the interior decoration is very ordinary. It can be seen that the nobles of Rome do not advocate luxury. “Davers took a sip of wine and said casually.

“Your Majesty, you underestimate Malujinsis, he has several residences in the city, this is just one of them, and he has a larger residence outside the city, with more than 600 acres of land, and It’s all the land along the river, and there are hundreds of slaves…” Asisters briefly introduced the property of Marugineensis.

Davos didn’t think it was a pestle, but laughed and said: “It is precisely because these Roman nobles are arrogant and extortionate that the anger of the Roman commoners makes it easier for us to win the hearts and minds of the Roman commoners, and even they are against us for surrendering these people. The nobles’ decision to forcibly relocate is applauded, for which I really thank these nobles.”

“Your Majesty, are you really going to let these surrendered Roman noble soldiers follow you to fight in Sicily?” Asistes asked with concern .

“Yes.” Davos restrained his smile and said sternly: “Even if the Roman army surrendered due to the plague, many people died, and excluding the wounded soldiers who lost their combat effectiveness, there are still more than 7,000 people left. , this is not a small force! I am afraid that after I led the army to leave Rome, they suddenly regretted and did not want to leave Latium with my family, and even launched a rebellion to destroy the new order that we spent a lot of efforts to establish here. , this is always a destabilizing factor! And I use a larger army to guard them, so they don’t dare to mess around!”

“But they are not soldiers of the Roman reserve after all, those people have basically surrendered to the kingdom, they are There is resentment in my heart, and this time I am going to Sicily, Rome and Carthage are allies, in case they collude…” Asistes expressed his concerns.

Davos smiled slightly: “Don’t worry, I have a way.”

Assisters no longer persuaded him because he had always believed in Davos’ ability.

Davos looked at him and praised: “Assi, it has only been a few months since you became the chief executive of Rome, and the political situation in Rome is stable and orderly. As a result, the Roman people gradually recognized Dionia, and began to abide by the laws of the kingdom… Your achievements exceeded my expectations!”

“Your Majesty.” Asisters said humbly. : “There are still many problems with the governance of Rome, and the most important ones are two. One is the lack of language, which makes the execution of orders less efficient; Contradiction, which is also the reason for the increase in conflicts in Rome during this period.”

Davos nodded lightly and said in a deep voice: “Language barriers and contradictions between old and new citizens… These are the most common things we encounter when we conquer a new race. Question. You have held positions in Niutum, Knapetia, Mesagne, and Enona, and you have achieved excellent results. I believe that you have a lot of experience in this area and will eventually solve it very well. Besides, Giorgris will give you a lot of help.”

“Ah! Me?” Giorgris, who was quietly tasting the food, was a little surprised when he heard this.

“This time, UU reading www.sonicmtl.com The fifth legion you led stayed behind in Rome, not only must be ready to put out any possible riots at any time, and ensure the rule of the kingdom here” Davos looked at him and said with a serious face : “Since the war here has just ended and order has not been fully restored, it is impossible for the Ministry of Military Affairs to send military training officers immediately to avoid turmoil when the citizens are brought together. However, with the Fifth Legion as a guarantee, you can take advantage of the aftermath of the autumn harvest. During the slack time of farming, citizens from cities and towns such as Rome, Viai, Gabi, Cassreira, Phedina, etc. were gathered together for military training, and as far as possible new immigrants from Dionia and other races were added. Mixed together, let them gradually develop camaraderie through rigorous training and intense ball games, and learn simple Dionian language through frequent contact…”

“That’s a really good idea!” Asisters interjected excitedly: “Your Majesty, do you remember?! At first, we and the Lucanian tribal warriors in Bagule mainly used this method to make them agree with us and finally fight side by side with us! ”

Yes, of course I remember.” Davos said with emotion: “That was almost 20 years ago!”

Asisters had an idea and immediately said: “I suggest that Ladrum’s The barracks were built just south of the river port and the granary, so that the barracks were not only located in the center of these towns, but also solved the security issues of the river port and the granary by the way.”