ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 130 Amendolara welcomes you
On this day, the people ransacked Kunogolata's home like a mob: one of his sons was beaten to death, and another daughter was defiled and committed suicide. Many tribesmen and slaves were injured, and most of the family's belongings were robbed. .

The next day, the heartbroken Kunogorata was unable to go to the ground due to his injury, so he asked his domestic slave to deliver a letter to the city hall expressing his willingness to resign as general.However, the people were still dissatisfied, and at the same time they were worried that Kunogorata would retaliate against them for what they did yesterday, so they continued to rally in front of the city hall to protest, demanding that a citizens' assembly be convened immediately. General Neances and others were "helpless" agree.

Subsequently, the citizens' meeting was quickly held at noon, and the first topic was: the people proposed to expel Kunogolata.Most citizens marked "agree" on the pottery tablets, and the proposal was passed.Therefore, Kunogorata, who served as the chief general for several years after the Peloponnesian War, helped Thurii, who had an obvious Athenian alliance label, escape the liquidation of Sparta, the new overlord of Greece, and its allies. , but was expelled from Thurii by the "potsherd expulsion method" invented by the Athenians.

The second topic of the citizens' assembly was to re-elect the "Nine Generals". In the end, Neonsis was elected as the chief general, Burkos was elected as the general because of his successful hiring of the Davos expeditionary force, and Ansitanos was elected because of the people surrounding the city hall. At that time, he defended Kunogorata for a few words, but was abandoned by the people and lost the election.

When Kunogorata received the news at home, he was silent for a long time and let out a deep sigh.Originally, according to the "Pottery Expulsion Law", he could return to the city-state after ten years of departure, but he was determined to leave this sad city. After obtaining the consent of his wife, children and clansmen, he began to pack up in the afternoon. During this period, Ancitanos only visited him once.

One day later, Kunogorata took his family, some of the tribesmen who followed him, and nearly a hundred slaves loyal to him, carrying packages on their backs and driving pack cars, ready to leave the city.

After hearing the news, the people of Turui came here one after another, but not to see them off, but to insult and vent their grievances that had not dissipated, and even threw debris at Cunogorata and his family. Everyone who accompanied them was afraid Bowing his head and walking quickly, only Kunogorata, who was lying on the carriage due to his injuries, faced countless angry eyes, with a calm expression: a few years ago, he also expelled the Turui citizens of Athenian origin in this way. Being in this situation can be regarded as retribution!

He also thought of the Asikurodoaks family who had been expelled due to defeat in the war, and the Sybaris natives who were expelled and even killed on a large scale shortly after the city was founded...

Is this democracy in Greece?He suddenly had a doubt, until his youngest son Decaocrat woke him up: "Father, Neonsis is there!"

He looked in the direction of his son's finger: Neonsis was standing on the top of the city gate ahead, looking down.

Kunogolata, who has been involved in politics for many years, knew who the real manipulator was as soon as it happened.When their eyes met at this moment, it did not arouse any more hatred in his heart.

He watched quietly until he left the city gate, looking back at the motherland that gave birth to and raised him, with a sad look on his face.

He suddenly said in a deep voice: "Neonsis drove this beast of "public opinion" to deal with me. This time I underestimated him, but with his ability, I'm afraid it's not possible to control this beast. Sooner or later something will happen." …”

Dika Okrat said with a vague understanding: "Then will this bad guy be driven out of Turiyi?!"

"Who knows?..." Kunogolata turned around, stroked his son's head with one hand, looked at the unpredictable north, and said slightly nervously: "Let's go, as we discussed before, first Go to Amendolara..."

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When Cunogorata and his party came to the Saraceno River, they saw Davos, the consul of Amendolara, leading several senators and a group of guards waiting on the other side.

After Kunogolata heard about it, he hurriedly asked the slaves to drive the carriage to the front of the team.

Seeing Cunogorata lying on the carriage, Davos said loudly: "Lord Cunogorata, I am very glad that you chose to come to Amendolara! After hearing the news that you are coming, our Senate passed an emergency After consultations, it was decided to grant you the citizenship of Amendolara, are you willing to accept it?"

After all, Kunogorata was only expelled from the city-state, but his Thurii citizenship was not deprived. He can return to Thurii ten years later. During these ten years, he only needs to live in another country. Amendo Lara may just be acting out of passion.

But after hearing this, Kurograka finally calmed down his slightly disturbed mood. He immediately expressed his gratitude to Daves, and said sincerely: "I am very happy to be a citizen of the same state as Lord Daves." !"

The tribesmen also breathed a sigh of relief. Although Tuliyi and Amendolara had just signed an alliance agreement, due to the poor relationship between the two cities, they were really afraid that Amendolara would refuse to accept them.

In fact, precisely because of this issue, Davers did not welcome Kunogolata with great fanfare, for fear of causing dissatisfaction among the old citizens.Davers had only had two contacts with Kunogorata and didn't know much about him. However, the only two contacts made him feel that Kunogorata's political ability was not low, and he knew from the information he received. During his tenure as chief general, Thurii was able to maintain political stability and trade prosperity, which shows that his governance level was good. Unfortunately, due to his poor military ability, he lost his position as chief general and was eventually driven out of Thurii. However, This is in line with Davos's taste, and Davos vaguely felt something from the eviction incident here, so he actively welcomed Kunogolata.

On the way to Amendolara, both sides avoided talking about Turiyi.

"There are still some vacant houses in the city of Amendolara, which can be lent to you and your family. However, I suggest you buy them because the price is not high. As for your clansmen, they can only rent them for the time being. Stay here, because they are not citizens of Amendolara yet." Finance officer Melsis didn't care that Cunogorata was a new guest, and introduced him seriously as if he was a brother.

Cunogorata expressed understanding and said: "I heard that the city-state recently passed an "Immigration Act". I wonder if they are eligible? Can they apply to become citizens of Amendolara?"

Has this thing started to spread in Turii?Davers was very happy to hear the news. He immediately explained in detail: "Of course they can apply. This matter is handled by the household registration officer Rafias. I think there should be no problem with registration after passing the review. However, according to the "Immigration" The Law stipulates that a longer inspection period is required, usually two years, to familiarize yourself with the laws, customs and habits of Amendolara, and to have no violations of laws and disciplines before you can become a preliminary citizen, and then you can enjoy part of the city-state. rights, it will take two to three years to become a full-fledged citizen..."

"In other words, it will take five to six years to become an official citizen of the city-state of Amendolara?!" Cunogorata was a little surprised. After all, these tribesmen left Turui voluntarily because of him, and he had to pay for their future Live responsibly.

Of course, Davos heard that he had objections to this, so he emphasized: "Because according to Amendolara's new law, official citizens of the city-state must be allocated 'allotments', so we must be cautious!"

Kunogorata thought he heard wrongly, and looked at Davos in surprise, but saw that his face was serious and did not look like he was lying.It is important to know that giving citizens 'allots' is only granted when the city-state was first established. Turui's land is much larger than that of Amendolara. Since its establishment, no new citizens have been allocated 'allots'. ', Amendolara has a much longer history than Turii, and has even less land than Turii. Where can the excess land be distributed to new citizens? !Is this even included in the city-state bill? !Cunogorata really wanted to question Davos, but he thought that since he was a newcomer, there was no need to be serious with the young consul at the beginning, making people feel that he was not easy to get along with, so he could slowly inquire about these things in the future.So he changed the subject: "I also heard that slaves in your city-state can easily become free people, and they can also have the opportunity to become citizens of the city-state."

"There is indeed such a thing, but their situation is special. If you want your slave to become a citizen of Amendolara, the conditions to be met may be more difficult." Davos said truthfully.

"As long as I have the chance, I will do my best to make them citizens in order to repay their loyalty for protecting me and my family in Thurii!" Kunogolata finally said something related to this matter, with an expression on his face. But he was very calm, as if he had seen through the world.

This is very different from the Kunogora Tower that Davos knows. Is this incident a rare lesson for him? !Some people grow up in setbacks, while others give up in setbacks.If Kunogorata is the former, then Amendolara is really lucky.Davos thought of this and sighed: "These slaves are so lucky to have you as their master!"

Cunogorata responded immediately: "With you as the consul of Amendolara, unprecedented changes have taken place. This is also the city-state's luck!"

"It's impossible not to change!" Davos said firmly without humility: "In today's troubled times, if you don't change, you will perish, and if you change, you will survive!"

After hearing this, Kunogorata pondered these words silently, and walked all the way to the foot of Amendolara Mountain. When he saw the Lucanian slaves who were busy on the construction site, Kunogorata stopped and looked at them with a complicated expression. After waiting for a while, he said in surprise: "I can't believe that these Lucanians are so obedient! There are probably more than 1000 people here, and there are not many soldiers guarding them. They are actually working so hard!"

"Because the city-state did not cut off their way of life because of the crimes they committed, but gave them hope!" Davers said meaningfully.

"hope?!"

"Why do the Greeks and Lucarians have to fight to the death?! Why can't they live together peacefully in a city-state?!" Seeing some gratifying changes in Kunogorata, Davos decided to advance Reveal something.

Davos's words exploded in Kunogolata's heart. He suddenly looked at Davos, his face full of disbelief.

(End of this chapter)