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Chapter 121: Alliance with Turiyi ([-])

In the afternoon, at the Senate meeting, Davos's proposal to contact Thurii and improve diplomatic relations was indeed strongly opposed by senior citizen senators such as Stromboli.

Davos did not immediately implement the vote, but said seriously: "My lords, I implore you to consider this proposal calmly and seriously, and don't let hatred blind your wisdom! You are the elite of the city-state, and you must serve the entire city. The people of the city-state create more lives and point the right direction for the prosperity of the city-state! Will being on good terms with Thurii improve the security of the city-state?! Being good with Thurii, will the trade with the city-state improve?! Will being on friendly terms with Turiyi be beneficial to the city-state’s war with Lucania?! The good and bad of being on friendly terms with Turiyi will be clearly laid out in front of you. As long as you are sincerely doing it for the city-state and for us. For the sake of future generations, I believe you will make the right choice! Please remember that individuals can have grudges, but there are only eternal interests between city-states!"

Davos' words obviously touched Cornelus and the others to a certain extent. Most of them lowered their heads in thought and stopped talking.

At this time, Scombbras stood up and said angrily: "Are we just going to forget everything Thurii has done to us, and instead welcome them with a smile?! Davos, you are not us, You have never experienced the tragic experience of the death of a wife and children, so of course you can easily talk about making friends with Tuliyi here!..."

"I only said to improve relations with Thuriyi, not to forget hatred. There is a saying in the East that 'it is never too late for citizens to take revenge.' We use Thuriyi to strengthen ourselves until one day we are strong. , will make the Turiyi people swallow the bitter pill caused by our hatred!" Davos defended.

"Then I don't know how long it will take..." Scombbras muttered, the dissatisfaction on his face dissipated a little.

The result of the final vote: Except for Stromboli, who objected, Scombras and Laphias abstained from voting, and the rest of the senators voted in favor, and Davers' proposal passed smoothly.

Davos immediately took action. He asked Asistes to send people into the port of Thurii and bring a message to Burx: Amendolara was willing to restore old relations with Thurii.

The generals of Thurii were overjoyed because of the diplomatic deadlock and were unable to do anything. In order to show their sincerity, they sent an envoys led by three generals: Cunogorata, Neonsis, and Ansitanos.

Out of reciprocity in diplomatic etiquette, Amendolara also sent the consul Davos, the city administrator Cornelus, the censor Antonios, the commercial officer Marigi and the senator Stromboli. The envoys led by him (he himself strongly requested to participate) also made a special request: the Turiyi envoys were not allowed to cross the Saraceno River, and the two sides could hold talks on the south bank of the Saraceno River.

The Tuliyi envoys who had just left the city gate received the news from the north, which was like a blow to the head. Their joy was suddenly halved, and they had no choice but to agree to the suggestion.

In the morning, the two sides met on the banks of the Saraceno River.

Except for Kunogolata, it was the first time for the other Turiyi people to see Davos.As the hero who annihilated the Lucanian tribal coalition, the great benefactor who saved Thurii, and now the lifelong governor of Amendolara, even though Davos is still young, no one dares to underestimate him. On the contrary, except respect In addition, there is also a bit of fear.

But Kunogorata felt even deeper.After all, when they met for the first time, he once patted his shoulders like an elder receiving a junior, and said some caring and encouraging words. At that time, Daves seemed mild-tempered and even a little shy. Of course, Cunogorata did not take it Looking at it, I even doubted whether the expeditionary force was exaggerating.At this time, Davos was still as gentle and friendly as the first time they met, but Kunogolata felt palpitations: with one move, nearly ten thousand Lucalians were annihilated, and at the same time, the people of Amendolara could be wiped out. Isn't it scary that a young man who is willing to elect him as a lifelong consul and completely control the power of Amendolara can still maintain such a seemingly humble attitude!

Ansitanos didn't think too much. He just thought: when the meeting is over, he must ask Davos to talk about their experience in Persia.

Under a large cowhide tent set up by the soldiers to provide shade, the main representatives of both sides sat down on two sides.

"Before the meeting, please allow me to say a few words." Kunogorata stood up and said emotionally: "This Lucanian invasion has caused huge harm to both Thurii and Amendolara. A disaster! The city of Amendolara was occupied, the people were captured, and most of them died in mistreatment; while nearly [-] citizens of Thurii died in this war, and all families in the city were in mourning every day. The entire city of Turiyi is surrounded by cries... Here, on behalf of the generals and council of Turiyi, I express my deep condolences to the people who died in the two cities..." After saying that, tears shed from the corners of his eyes, Turiyi The Iraqi envoys also looked sad and lowered their heads.

Davos did not expect the Turiyi people to do this, and couldn't help but froze, hesitating whether to put on a sad expression, and a sneer came from behind: "If it weren't for your Turiyi's unreasonable demands, Will we, the people of Amendolara, suffer like this! Stop acting here and get down to business!"

Stromboli's voice broke the sad atmosphere created by Kunogorata, making the Tuli people at the venue feel a little embarrassed. However, Kunogorata remained oblivious and continued to look at Daves with gratitude. Said: "Fortunately, Lord Davos, you led the heroic mercenaries to repel the powerful Lucanians and saved Turiyi and Amendolara! You are the hero in the hearts of the Turiyi people! The first few times For failing to invite you to Thurii to participate in the victory celebration and accept the heartfelt gratitude of the people of Thurii, I, other generals and the council have all received protests and criticism from the people!" He said here, Niang Sith and Ansitanos both nodded in agreement.

"I hope the talks are over and you can be invited to visit Turui! This is the expectation of the people of Turui!" Cunogorata extended the invitation with a sincere expression.

Faced with such kindness, Davos couldn't refuse immediately. Fortunately, Stromboli sneered again behind him: "Lord Davos is now the lifelong consul of Amendolara. He visits other city-states." It is no longer his private matter and needs to be discussed and decided by the Senate!"

"Okay, we are waiting for the decision of the Amendolara Senate, but the people of Turiyi will complain about us again." Kunogolata looked disappointed, and then he said: "Now Turiyi and Amen Dorara is actively working on post-war reconstruction, and if Amendolara needs anything, Tuliyi is willing to provide full help!"

As soon as Cunogorata finished speaking, Stromboli stood up and said loudly: "Amendolara does not need any help from Turiyi, because once he accepts it, he may pay more for Turiyi next time." Big price!"

Kunogorata's expression remained unchanged, and without even looking at Stromboli, he said to Davos: "Amendolara, who is in charge?"

Davos smiled slightly and said, "Let's start talking."

When the members of the Amendolara Envoy heard this, they immediately straightened their bodies.

Kunogolata saw this and felt a chill in his heart.

Ansitanos first said: "Everyone, we all know that Turiyi and Amendolara have been in alliance for 41 years. The last alliance agreement has not expired. Of course, Turiyi and Amendolara should continue to maintain their alliance. Our previous alliance."

Stromboli wanted to speak again, but Cornelus immediately held him down and shook his head at him seriously.

Stromboli held his breath and spit on the ground.

“Amendolara also agreed to renew the alliance with Turiyi——” As soon as Antonios said this, the Turiyi people all looked happy: “But there is one condition, which is that it does not harm the interests of Tarantum. That is to say, if there is a war between Tarantum and Thurii, Amendolara will side with Tarantum.”

As soon as Antonios finished speaking, the Turuii envoys were in an uproar.

"You have violated the oath you made to the gods! Please remember that the alliance agreement between Tuliyi and Amendolara has not been terminated, so your private contact with Tarantum and signing of the agreement is already a violation of the alliance agreement. , considering our long-term friendship with Amendolara, we do not plan to raise it at this meeting for the time being. You actually think that we are weak and can be bullied, and you actually made such a shameless request!" Neansis stood up and shouted angrily.

"Please also remember Tulii. When Tulii broke his oath and did not send reinforcements to immediately rescue the fallen Amendolara, the former Amendolara died on the day it was occupied by the Lucanians! If the newly born Amendolara people in front of you owed anything to Turiyi before, I believe the people of Amendolara have repaid it during their more than half a year of imprisonment, but Turiyi owes Amendolara money. Have you paid it off?! When Amendolara was in the most difficult time, Tarantum gave Amendolara the greatest help! Therefore, Amendolara has nothing to repay but can only offer our greatest sincerity! Tuli What has Yi given to Amendolara? Except that the city of Amendolara was captured and the people imprisoned!!" Davos's words were like sharp daggers, which made Neonsis speechless.

Stromboli shouted: "I have long said not to ally with these selfish Tuliyi people. They only care about themselves and never think about others! If you hadn't insisted on coming, Davos, I wouldn't have I will meet these bastards. I am the happiest when they are not satisfied! I am even happier when they want to teach us a lesson. The spears of the citizens of Amendolara have long been prepared!"

(End of this chapter)