ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 1140 The resolution to declare war on Sparta ([-])
"Then notify the chief administrators of these two towns and arrange for the most prestigious citizens of the kingdom who were born in Messenia to come to Thurii and the palace to discuss how to rebuild Messenia as soon as possible. Lord Lysias , you are responsible for arranging this matter."

Although Lysias opposed Dionia's involvement in the Greek war, he did not dare to disobey the orders given by Davos, and reluctantly replied: "Yes."

Davos looked at him, and then turned his attention to another person who had remained silent so far: "Proseus, you are the ever-victorious general of the kingdom, and you are from Argos, you should treat Sparta I’m quite familiar with Da, what suggestions do you have for the next military action the kingdom will take?”

Leoticides was a little surprised, and then his expression became indifferent and said: "Your Majesty, I have no objection."

In Davos's impression, although Proseus was taciturn, when he talked about military affairs, he would talk a lot and be quite insightful. Today was a bit abnormal.

Davos looked at him again and said: "After the meeting is over, you have to discuss it carefully with the Ministry of Military Affairs, because this time we send troops to Greece, you will be the commander of the army."

Alexis and other generals were not surprised when they heard this appointment: because since His Majesty Davos designated the First Army to go to Greece, Plesius, as the commander of the First Army, must be the commander. The best candidate for the officer, in today's Dionysian army, the only one who can surpass Proseus in terms of record, qualifications, and multi-legion command ability is Alexis, but as the Minister of Military Affairs, he is usually It is impossible to attend the battle in person.

As for Amyntas, not to mention that he has now retired, and the people of Thurii have complained a lot about him in recent years because the First Army he led suffered too many casualties in the Western Mediterranean War.

As for the rising stars in the army, such as Patroclus, Sextus and others, they each have important responsibilities, and there is the first legion on the expedition, so it is impossible for them to serve as commanders.

The ministers present all felt that this appointment was a matter of course, but Leoticides hesitated for a moment before answering: "...Yes."

Davos glanced at him again, then stood up, his deep gaze slowly swept across everyone's face, and said seriously: "Everyone, since we have made it clear that we are going to attack Greece, no matter whether we have any objections in our hearts, or How will the war situation in Greece develop next? You all must concentrate your efforts, unite and cooperate, and carefully prepare for the next expedition of great significance!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!!"

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After the ministers dispersed, Davos called the Minister of Intelligence Aristiras (after Davos took advantage of the great dispute to reform the Senate and completely separate the administrative decision-making power from the Senate, It didn't take long for him to establish the kingdom's intelligence department, and the intelligence organization of Aristiras, which had originally served him quietly, was completely and openly transferred to the public. His highest position, intelligence chief, was at the highest level of mid-level officials and did not enter the ranks of middle-level officials. Senior, this can be regarded as a small compromise by Davos to other ministers).

"Did something happen to Proseus recently?" Davos asked seemingly casually.

Aristelas thought for a while and replied: "Lord Proseus is as before, his life is regular and monotonous, there is nothing abnormal... His home is also very peaceful."

"Well..." Davos tapped his fingers on the table, recalling the scene of the meeting just now. Proseus was obviously a little absent-minded. This was the first time he had seen such a situation from this victorious general: " Send a few more people to observe me more carefully in the next period of time. It is best to understand his eating situation, sleeping situation, etc...."

"Yes, Your Majesty, I will make arrangements right away." Aristelas responded immediately.

"We are about to go to Greece soon, but we can't make any mistakes..." Davos muttered thoughtfully, then looked up at Aristelas: "Has the situation of the Border Legion paid off recently?"

"Yes." Aristelas was well prepared and immediately took out two papyrus rolls from his arms, one of which was obviously much thicker.

Davos took the thick papyrus roll first, and did not open it immediately, but asked: "This one comes from the Po River area (after the conquest of Gaul in the mountains, the Kingdom of Dionia was established here) the middle reaches of the Po River)?

"Yes."

Davos opened it with great interest and took a closer look. Sure enough, it was still the same style. It not only recorded the daily words and deeds of the army commander Hasdrubal and the main officers of the Border Army, as well as the mobilization and attack of the army, but also recorded in more detail. It records the consumption and changes of the food baggage, and even describes in detail the customs and customs of the Ligurian region that the regiment passed through... In addition, it also includes some of the recorder's views on the defense and counterattack of the Ligurian tribes, and Some suggestions on how to better deal with the Ligurians and further assimilate them.

From the perspective of monitoring and providing intelligence, this recorder was obviously unqualified, but the information he submitted was of great reference value to Davos, so Davos stopped Aristila from the beginning. Si wanted to force him to change his ways.

"I remember that the provider of this information was called Maximus. He was a Roman. He had served as the city councilor of Rome before..." Davos rolled up the papyrus carefully: "He became Dionia last year. He is a formal citizen, right? What position does he hold in the Po Border Corps now?"

"Your Majesty, it was with your special approval last year that he became a formal citizen. Now he is a baggage officer of the Border Legion and has won the trust of Hasdrubal."

"The baggage officer... his position in the legion is not low." Davos lowered his head and looked at the papyrus roll, and said thoughtfully: "Such a person is just an ordinary member of the intelligence department, and he is a bit underserved! I think after the Ligurian rebellion is calmed down, I will find someone to replace him, I have other important uses for him."

"Your Majesty." Aristelas hurriedly bowed and said: "The Intelligence Department is newly built, and it is in urgent need of people like Maximus who have profound knowledge and can coordinate the organization!"

"In that case..." Davos pondered for a while and said: "Then transfer him back as soon as possible to help you reorganize, plan and manage the Intelligence Department. After all, the Intelligence Department is now a regular administrative body of the kingdom. The department must have a formal appearance, I don’t want the Supervision Department to accuse you every day!”

"...Understood, Your Majesty." Aristelas bowed again and felt a cold sweat break out from his back.

After Aristelas went out, Henipolis walked into the meeting hall and saw Davos with his hands behind his back, staring intently at the map of the Mediterranean on the wall.

He said softly: "Your Majesty, I am here."

Davos did not look back and said slowly: "Herni, how many years has it been since Croato left Thurii?"

Hernepolis was moved in his heart and immediately said: "I remember that in the 14th year of the Kingdom, Your Majesty led the army north to attack Rome, and His Highness Croto also followed. Since then, he has stayed in Rome, and now he has It’s been 13 years, I’ve been away from Tuliyi for a long time!”

"Yeah, it's been a long time!" Davers sighed softly, turned around, and said meaningfully: "Although he has done a pretty good job in Rome, and he has been the chief executive of Rome for almost three years, but leaving Turui has been around for too long, but it is easy to be forgotten!"

Hernepolis's eyelids twitched slightly, and he couldn't help but remember what Ansitanos said here before, and he immediately stood solemnly, silent.

"Pick up the pen." Davos said.

"Yes." Henipolis immediately sat down at the wooden table and quickly picked up a pen and paper.

"Give instructions to the auxiliary ministers, saying that Crotocatacus has been away from Turii for many years. Princess Christoya misses him so much that she is allowed to step down from his post in advance and return to Turii to serve his mother. Rome The successor of the chief executive will be decided by their discussion..." As soon as Davos finished dictating, Henipolis had already written it and was about to hand the order to Davos.

But Davers said: "Give them another order, saying that Ansitanos wants to step down as foreign minister. I have approved it. The successor is Tapirus. I hope they can complete the handover as soon as possible to avoid affecting the succession." Come down for military action against Sparta.”

Hernipolis' hand holding the pen trembled slightly, and after a moment he responded softly: "...Your Majesty, it's done."

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It was already dusk when Leoticides came out of the Military Ministry and started on his way home.

Initially, Leoticides' home was in the port area of ​​Thurii; later he became a legionnaire and became a citizen of Dionysia. Most of the land he received for his military exploits was mostly concentrated in Cres. Rimisa, so he also built a house there, but he rarely lived there, because at that time he was already the commander of the Eighth Legion and stayed in the Catania military camp all year round; later, he entered the Senate , coupled with his brilliant achievements, the kingdom assigned him a residential land in the eastern outer city of Thurii, not far from the Temple of Hera, and their family has lived there since then.

Most of the senators who live in the inner city walk home because they are very close to the Grand Assembly Hall and Victory Square; most of the senators who live in the outer city go home in a sedan chair because of the longer distance and to avoid being disturbed by pedestrians on the road. At home, only a few people choose to ride horses, and the horses are reported and approved by the city guards. Leoticides is one of them, and he also has 4 horse-riding followers surrounding him to protect him. safety.

(End of this chapter)