ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 1157
Clotocartax was attracted by this story, and he asked curiously: "Since that rogue is not good at leading troops, why did he win in the end?"

"There are two main reasons for his victory." Davos looked at his son, slowed down his speaking speed, but emphasized his tone: "First, he is good at using people. He let outstanding talents who are good at handling administrative affairs manage the conquest for him. territory, provide sufficient logistical support and soldiers, allow those who are good at commanding operations to serve as generals and lead the army in combat, and allow those who are good at strategy to make suggestions for him... Those who rely on him can all use their talents and make full use of their talents;

Second, he is good at absorbing the correct opinions of his men and correcting mistakes, so he can always grasp the entire battle situation more accurately and formulate correct strategies... This is the reason why he can ultimately win. "

After hearing these words, Clotokatax fell into deep thought.

Davos said softly and thoughtfully on the side: "As a king, you don't need to master the ability to command troops, but you need to master the ability to command generals, give them tasks suitable for their talents, and let them charge into battle for you. Your The main focus should be on analyzing and grasping the trend of the entire war. To this end, I will appoint Printols as your staff officer and Carias as your accompanying diplomat to provide you with advice at any time...

Dionia built its country by force, and its citizens took pride in military exploits. If you are blank in the military, you will lack prestige among the people in the future.Moreover, the Ministry of Military Affairs is the most important department in the kingdom. It is only under the jurisdiction of the king. If you want those generals with great military exploits to obey completely, you must also make a difference in the military.When you first came of age, you spent some time in the staff office, so you should have some understanding of the military affairs of the kingdom. You also organized food and supplies for the army in Rome for the expedition to Gaul. If you add this to the fact that you led the troops in this battle, You will have a comprehensive understanding of the entire military operations of the kingdom, and no one will be able to fool you in this regard in the future..."

Crotokatax was moved by Davos's persuasion, and he said solemnly: "Father, I am willing to go to Messenia!"

"Okay! Okay!" Davos nodded happily.

"But -" Crotokatax hesitated for a moment, and then said with a serious expression: "The citizens of the kingdom cannot farm and do business with peace of mind. They spend more time on military training and only think about fighting. Just to make meritorious deeds, if things go on like this... I'm afraid it won't be good for the stability of the kingdom."

Davos suppressed his smile and looked at him seriously: "I'm very happy that you can see this! The reason why Dionia rewards conquest is because since the beginning of the kingdom's establishment, it has been surrounded by powerful enemies. In order to survive, we have to do this. It is definitely not feasible to carry out this way for a long time, but it must also be done after all the powerful enemies that threaten us are defeated and the security of the kingdom is guaranteed."

Clotokatax felt relieved. Originally, he was worried that his father would not listen to his opinion.

Davos sighed lightly and said to him solemnly: "But you have to understand that the system of rewarding battles has been implemented for so many years and has become deeply ingrained among the people. It cannot be changed all at once. It must go through us for several years. The efforts of generations have transformed it bit by bit.

In addition, you must also understand that even if we defeat all the powerful enemies in the Mediterranean, we cannot completely put down our guns and shields. This will make the people of the kingdom gradually indulge in comfort, become cowardly, and fear war, and eventually they will be like Caracas. Taiji was also wiped out by a newly rising force!Therefore, how to control the balance between the two is a troublesome but very important issue for me, you, and our descendants! "

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In the middle of the night, Clotokatax returned to the mansion on the mountainside, and went into the bedroom after taking a shower.

Dido was sitting on the edge of the bed, holding the child and humming Gayao softly.

Seeing her husband come in, Dido asked the slave girl standing next to her to carefully carry the sleeping child to the outhouse to sleep peacefully. Then she asked in a low voice: "You are back. What did your father ask you to talk about?"

Clotokatax did not answer immediately. He looked around and asked in a low voice: "Why don't you see Chris?"

"Your mother left you on the mountain again." Dido said coldly.

Hearing the anger in his wife's words, Clotokatax quickly comforted: "Mother loves Chris, and she will definitely take care of him. Anyway, he is close, so you don't have to worry."

"How dare I worry? Your mother is a princess who is deeply respected by the people of Dionia. Even your father has to listen to her."

Dido sneered to express his dissatisfaction, and Clotokatax remained silent. He was used to it and knew that it was best not to speak at this time.

Sure enough, Dido just vented for a while, and then asked: "Father asked you to go, what did he say?"

"Father wants me to be the commander-in-chief of the expedition to the Peloponnese." Clotokatax said truthfully.

If it is an ordinary woman who first thinks of her husband's safety, Dido's thinking is different from ordinary people. She immediately asked in surprise: "Isn't the commander of that army Prosous? He has led the army to capture After leaving Messenia and making great achievements in battle, how could he be replaced by you? Could it be that father is planning to send another army?"

"General Proseus is the prince of Sparta..." Clotokatax briefly described the situation.

"So that's the case." Dido's pretty face showed joy: "I'm relieved now! After coming back for so many days, you have been idle, and I am still a little worried. Now it seems that my father has already prepared."

"This is my first time leading an army on an expedition. Why aren't you worried about my safety? What if..." Clotokatax said half-jokingly and half-seriously.

"Father dares to let you go, so he must have made thorough preparations. How could you be in danger? Dido bowed slightly, her chest half-covered by her pajamas revealing a piece of white snow. She smiled, and the bedroom glowed: " Your Royal Highness, I first wish you victory and return as a hero of the kingdom! "

Clotokatax swallowed: "Then do you want to give me some rewards in advance?" As he said that, he pushed his wife down on the bed...

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In the early morning, Mount Amendolara was shrouded in mist, and the houses on the mountain were vague and unclear.

The open space in front of the Temple of Zeus on the top of the mountain (many years ago someone proposed to convert the Temple of Zeus into the temple of Hades, the protector of the kingdom), but it was opposed by the elderly. They believed that it was precisely because of the protection of the Temple of Zeus. , many Amendolara people survived the invasion of the Lucanians. Due to their persistence, this temple has now become the only Zeus temple in Greater Greece, and people from other towns often come to worship. ), hundreds of young men in military uniforms stood in neat lines.

Standing in front of the team was an old man with white beard and hair. Although his face looked old, his figure was rather vigorous. He was Ctisus.

At this moment, he said with a majestic look: "Alsinis, is everyone here?"

"Not yet... there is still one missing." The young man at the head said hesitantly.

"Who is missing?!" Ctisus yelled angrily.

"Well... that... Tepandes."

"Alsinis, although you are only temporarily serving as the captain of the company for military training." Ctissus reprimanded dissatisfiedly: "But since you have become the captain, you should strictly perform your duties and not think about covering up. My friends, you must know that military law is merciless. The reason why the Dionian Legion is invincible is because we have strict discipline, do you understand?!"

"I understand, military training officer!" the young people responded in unison.

"Immediately form a column and march around the square 50 times!"

A circle around the square of the Temple of Zeus is about 150 meters, 50 circles is 7500 meters, and the young people are all wearing armor and holding wooden sticks and wooden shields (because it is just training, so no real guns and shields are used). This amount of exercise is quite large.But no one raised any objections among the young people, and they immediately took action.

At this time, a young man hurried into the square: "Report!"

"Tepandes, you came quite early!" Ctissus glared at him.

Hearing this, Tepandes trembled subconsciously.

"Alsinis, according to military law, if you are late for training, what should be the punishment?" Ctissus asked coldly.This time Alsinis did not hesitate: "He should be punished with ten sticks!"

"Tepandes, did you hear that?!"

Tapander suddenly panicked, and actively wanted to defend himself: "Uncle Ctisus, I did it because—"

"There are only soldiers and instructors on the training ground, get down!" Ctisus strode over and kicked Tepandes unceremoniously.

Tepandes didn't dare to dodge, and after receiving a hard kick, he lay down obediently on the still wet ground.

It seems that Tepandes is very well-behaved, but in fact he has an unusual background. He is the second son of the legion commander Trotilas. Of course, almost all of these young men are from noble families, including Matonis, Olivers, Geogris, A. Garcia... many of the sons of the kingdom's generals and ministers were among them. Alsinis, who was temporarily designated as the company captain, was the adopted son of the legion commander Melisander.

After all, Amendolara is the birthplace of the Sacred Kingdom of Dionia, and the situation is special.Therefore, many retired soldiers of the legion shied away from serving as the military training officer of Amendolara, but Ctissus was different. He was a former Persian mercenary and was a comrade with the fathers of these young people. Before retiring, he served as the first officer all year round. The first captain of the legion, with enough prestige, dared to train these young people in strict accordance with military laws. The young people who were punished did not even dare to go home and complain, because not only would it have no effect, but they would also get a beating from their father.

(End of this chapter)