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Chapter 1030 Roman Senators in Turii (continued)
Tiburus hurriedly said, "Let's go right away! We're going to go right away!"

"Wait! Where are you from? What are you doing in Turiyi City?!"

Facing the stern gaze of the patrol officer, Tibulus quickly took out the official document issued by the Roman City Hall and handed it over.

After reading the official document, the patrol officer was very surprised: "You are officials from the city of Rome, and you are here to participate in the Kingdom Assembly?!"

"Yes, Lord Asistes, the administrator of Rome, originally did not plan to attend this meeting because of his busy schedule, but later he considered that the Senate and the town councilors might be eager to know the details of the current situation in the city of Rome and Latium. , so I was sent to attend the conference in his place. Also attending the conference on behalf of Rome was the newly promoted senator Publius. Because it was a bit late to make this decision, and the journey was long, I just arrived in Titu today. Lee."

After Tibulus finished speaking, the patrol officer hurriedly knocked his right fist to his left chest, performed a military salute, and said solemnly: "Two adults, I am so sorry! It is during the war. In order to ensure the safety of the assembly, the Senate requires us to patrol During this period, the Ministry will strictly conduct interrogations of any outsiders entering Turiyi, so we have to delay your time."

"This is your duty, and we should cooperate." Tibrus said nonchalantly.

"What a good Tibrus!" Arcicalus pointed at him with surprise and dissatisfaction, and shouted: "You kid can attend the Kingdom Conference, but you still hide it from me!"

Tibulus explained embarrassedly: "Master Asistes is too busy to attend the meeting. Officials in other departments also have many affairs. Only the Roman Ministry of Agriculture has sufficient labor because the land has been allocated. The people are very cooperative with us, and the spring sowing is going smoothly. I am relatively free, so this task was entrusted to me."

"That's pretty good!" Asicalus said with both envy and regret: "You are now an urban agricultural officer, and I am a Demo agricultural officer. If I knew this, I should have been with you in the first place. Off to Latium!"

"You can't compare like that." Tibulus hurriedly comforted him and said: "What you are responsible for is the Demo of Thurii, the central city of the kingdom. No matter the level or influence, it is not comparable to Rome."

Publius felt slightly uncomfortable when he heard this.

"I'm sorry, sirs." The patrol officer loudly interrupted their conversation and reminded: "Turiyi City Hall issued an announcement this morning. In order to ensure the smooth convening of the Kingdom Conference tomorrow, the inner city gate will be moved forward at sunset. Close, time is running out now." As he said that, he also pointed to the sky.

Tiburus immediately became nervous and cast a reproachful look at Asikarus.

Arcicalus immediately defended: "It's not my fault. I went outside the city early in the morning to supervise the slaves' work. I didn't have time to read any announcements!"

"Don't worry, I suggest you get on your horse, speed up, and you can arrive in time." The patrol officer returned the official document to Tibrus and suggested: "If you encounter the patrol team again on the road, show them this quickly. In addition, please be careful to control the horses so as not to hurt pedestrians!"

Tibulus immediately expressed his gratitude, and then told Asikalus: "Go back and tell my parents that I will go to the inner city to attend the conference first, and then go home to see them after the conference is over."

"Don't worry, I will bring the message. You go quickly."

After Tibulus and Publius said goodbye to the other attendants, they immediately got on their horses, got on the middle of the road, and rushed towards the inner city.

In normal times, pedestrians walk on the sidewalks on both sides, and the avenue is filled with carriages, trucks, and riders, and it is relatively smooth. However, during special holidays, not only the flow of people increases, but the flow of vehicles also increases sharply, causing road congestion, so in Before various celebrations and festivals, Thurii City Hall always sends additional patrols.During this year's Kingdom Conference, the traffic in the outer city of Turiyi was much better than in previous years. There were obviously fewer carriages and trucks on the road. This was due to the impact of this long war.If it weren't for the fact that during this period, news of victory continued to spread, the confidence of the people and merchants in the kingdom continued to increase, and the vitality of the trade market was also rapidly restored, otherwise Publius and the others would have seen a depressed scene.

Publius and the others finally arrived in front of the west gate of the inner city before sunset. After the city guard read the official document, they were allowed to enter the inner city.

When passing through the outer city, Publius took a rough look due to time constraints, but it also gave him a deep impression: Although the city of Thurii is large and crowded, the streets are relatively clean and tidy, with various The orderly planning of buildings and residences cannot be compared with the previous Roman city. It is no wonder that the Dionysians quickly began to rebuild the city after occupying Rome. Apparently they could not stand the filth and smallness of the Roman city blocks. and intensive.

But compared with the inner city, the outer city of Turiyi is another level behind.When Publius walked on the Eight-Horse Avenue paved with square and uniform stone slabs, the ground was extremely smooth and so clean that no garbage could be seen. It was lined with tall street trees and green trees. Herbaceous plants, gurgling water in the drainage ditch next to it, there are not many pedestrians on the road, but they all look leisurely, walking and talking quietly... Just one road shocked Publius, because it embodies A civilization more advanced than Rome made him couldn't help but have a strange feeling that it was natural for Rome to be destroyed by Dionia.

"That is the main temple of Hades in our kingdom. It is a double temple that is rarely seen in the entire Mediterranean. Moreover, the statues of sages and heroes who have made great contributions to our kingdom are enshrined in the temple. There are heroic spirits of warriors who died in battle. You must take the time to go up the mountain to worship them...

That's the Dionia Palace!Let me tell you, a year ago I followed Chief Burkos to the palace to receive an audience from His Majesty...

This is an elevated water bridge, which diverts the clear river water from the Subali Plain into the city, making it easier for people in the city to have clean water without leaving the city.It is said that its original design was inspired by Hades by His Majesty Davos..." As Tibulus walked, he proudly introduced the landscape of the inner city to Publius.

Since Publius entered the city, he has been admiring the scenery of the inner city, and the surprise on his face never faded for a moment.

"Look, that's the Great Council Hall of the Kingdom!" Tibulus's shout pulled Publius's gaze from the high viaduct that ran through half of the city.

A huge round white building stood in front, immediately attracting Publius' attention.

"How about it? It's grand enough?!" Tibulus said with envy and pride: "That's where the Kingdom Conference will be held tomorrow! That's also where you, Lord Publius, will work in the future!"

"It is indeed bigger than the Roman Senate!" Publius calmed down and strode forward.

Although the sky was already dark, the door of the Grand Council Hall was still open and candlelight was lit. After the two of them identified themselves to the guard at the side door, the guard led them to the duty room in the middle hall and saw a man writing on a wooden table. , Tibulus hurriedly stepped forward and saluted: "Dear Lord Antaoris, the Roman agricultural officer Tibulus salutes you!"

A few days ago, the Senate received the news from the Roman messenger, so Antaoris stood up and looked at the two people in front of him, not surprised at all: "I have waited for you, so I sent you Two! Thank you for your hard work!"

After saying that, he looked at Publius and said with a smile: "You are the senator Publius from Rome. I am very happy to meet you! My name is Antaoris, and I am the senator of Dionia. One of the five rotating presidents.”

Publius learned a lot about the political affairs of the Kingdom of Dionia from Tibrus along the way, so he roughly knew what the position of rotating chairman of the Senate meant. He hurriedly leaned over and said: "Lord Antaoris, you good!"

Antaoris saw that the Roman was a little nervous and reserved, so he did not continue to show his enthusiasm, but said seriously: "I originally wanted to have a good chat with you and learn more about the current situation in Latium. But Considering that you have traveled all the way and traveled a long distance, you must be tired and hungry now. You need to have a good rest and refresh yourself so that you can better participate in the Kingdom Conference tomorrow. I will not waste your time. At the conference In the meantime, we will find time to chat in detail.”

Before the two could respond, he shouted: "Prosanus!"

"My lord, please give me your instructions." The Order Officer of the Senate appeared at the door.

"This is the new senator Publius! This is Tibulus, the Roman agricultural officer who came to attend the Kingdom Assembly on behalf of Lord Asistes! You take them to the Kingdom Hotel and make arrangements for them!"

"Ok."

"Master Publius, I really welcome you to Tulii! This place -" Antaoris pointed upward with his finger and said sincerely: "It will be your new home. I hope we can have a good relationship in the future." Work together!”

"Lord Antaoris, Tulii is a beautiful and magnificent city. I already like it!" Publius said solemnly and saluted Antaolis goodbye.

On the way across Victory Square to the Kingdom Hotel, Prosanus, the order officer, also grandly introduced to Publius the place where Hades performed his miracles - the Tuli Spring Pool.

After hearing this magical story, Publius took some time to walk around the pool.

The Kingdom Hotel is a hotel funded and built by the Kingdom of Dionia. As the name suggests, it is used to receive guests of the kingdom, such as visiting envoys or distinguished guests from other countries.

　At the end of the year, there are many social activities, so sometimes the updates are not timely, please forgive me!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)