ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 181 Triumphal Ceremony and Former Comrades ([-])

After a while, we could already see the port on the shore and the densely packed ships in the port, one after another, like wooden walls.

"There are so many ships, they seem to be no worse than Ephesus!" Xantiparis exclaimed, while Agarcia did not speak. He found that after more than a month after leaving Thurii, the port had undergone obvious changes. , not only expanded the area, added more piers, but also built breakwaters.

At this time, a patrol boat came up and signaled them to stop.

"I am Agalia, the senator of the Tua Alliance. I want to disembark at the dock in Tulii City!" Agalia stood on the bow of the ship with a majestic look, which made these mercenaries envious.

Those who can serve as captain of the maritime patrol must be citizens of the Alliance. Even if they have not interacted with these dozen senators in the Senate, they all have an impression. The captain motioned to bring the patrol ship closer. After careful inspection, he confirmed that there is no doubt. Finally, he saluted respectfully and said loudly: "Dear Elder Agacia, Midorades, captain of the alliance's maritime patrol, salutes you! You must have been away from the alliance for some time, right?"

"Yes, I left nine months ago, went to Ephesus, and just came back now."

"No wonder you don't know that the alliance is now called the Dionia City-State Alliance, not the Tua Alliance!"

"What?! The name has been changed! Why?!" Agacia asked in surprise.

"Because the alliance captured Niutum, we have another city. The name Thurii-Amendolara Alliance is no longer applicable. Not only that, Laos has also become our ally! Dave Lord Si, he has fulfilled his promise, and we no longer have to worry about Lucanian invasion!" Midorades said excitedly.

Niutum was captured, Laos became an alliance, and the alliance changed its name!Agarcia did not expect that so many things would happen to him after he had only been away from the alliance for more than a month, as if he suddenly became a stranger.He wished he could return to the city immediately, but the patrol boat was still blocking the way: "Sir, today the alliance held a triumphal ceremony in Thurii for the generals and soldiers who returned from Lucania to celebrate the victory! To prevent accidents, the alliance stipulated No ships are allowed to enter the Craty River. I'm afraid you can only disembark at the port." Midorades turned his head and looked at the mercenaries behind Agasia, and then reminded: "In addition, the alliance also stipulates that in addition to alliance citizens and Preparatory citizens and invited distinguished guests can enter the city to watch the ceremony, while foreigners and free people can only watch outside the city. This is also for safety!"

Although Agarcia was disappointed, he also knew that the alliance made sense. He smiled reluctantly and said: "Thank you, I will go to the port to disembark right away. Has the triumphal ceremony begun?"

"Probably not yet, you can catch up."

As soon as the patrol boat left, the mercenaries rushed over and surrounded Agarcia.

"Agacia, you didn't lie to us, you have really become a noble of the city-state!"

"Dear Lord Agacia, when will we be like you?!"

"Congratulations to the Dionysian Alliance for capturing another city! Agcia, how strong is your Dionysian Alliance in Magna Graecia now?"

Facing a pair of envious and surprised eyes, Agarcia's vanity felt greatly satisfied. To Timasong's question, he proudly answered: "I told you before that the alliance has Turrii and Amendo. Lara now owns Niutum, as well as the two affiliated city-states of Laos and Castellon. These are truly big cities, each with its own towns and villages, especially Thurii. , its land area is no less than that of Attica in Athens, but it is far more fertile than it, and there is a large amount of surplus land in the alliance that lacks people to cultivate. As long as we have enough citizens, then our strength will definitely be in Magna Graecia. It’s unmatched!”

"Then what are we waiting for? Let's go see Davos quickly!" Everyone shouted eagerly.

The merchant ship entered the port according to the pilot's instructions and docked at the pier.

As soon as we left the pier, we were stopped by a patrol.It turned out that all the property stolen by Timasong and the others was converted into money. Except for the armor and shields and spears they carried on their backs, the patrol believed that dozens of them were carrying weapons, which was very dangerous especially when a triumphal ceremony was about to be held.Even though Agarcia acted as a guarantee as a senator of the Senate, he was still required to store the weapons, otherwise he would not be able to enter the alliance's territory.

Everyone reluctantly put the weapons back into the merchant ships. Faced with the complaints from the mercenaries, Agcia had to explain: "There are few citizens in the Alliance now, but there are too many free people and foreigners pouring into the Alliance, and there are often fights and troubles. Yes, the requirements are so strict for the safety of the alliance!"

The complaints of some mercenaries continued unabated, but leaders such as Timasong, Crisiano, and Zantiparis remained silent: for those who were used to being free and loose, Agaccia reminded them many times along the way, "After arriving in the alliance, you must abide by the laws and regulations and don't cause trouble, because the laws of the alliance are very strict!" Most of the dozens of people who followed Agasia were mercenary leaders and team officers, and they were relatively well-behaved. Garcia's words were somewhat disapproving. At this moment, they were so excited that they were poured cold water on them. Only then did they realize that even the guarantee of Agcia, the elder of the Alliance Senate, was not effective. It can be imagined how serious the people here are in carrying out their tasks. And know.

But in fact, they forgot that they were mercenaries. Even if they were recruited from other city-states, they would not be allowed to enter the city.

The port has indeed changed a lot. Not only has it expanded in scope, with more docks and houses, but also a city wall has been built with soldiers standing guard and patrolling it.Agarcia and his party had to pass through the checkpoint under the city wall before they could enter the alliance's territory.

The sentry at the checkpoint carefully questioned them and registered them before allowing them to pass.

Timasong frowned and said, "Agasia, you guys are very strict here. It's better if we follow you. I'm afraid there will be some trouble for the other brothers who will disperse later!"

"It doesn't matter, I will come here to pick them up every day." Agarcia also thought of this problem and said simply. 3000 people is not a small number, and everyone expressed their intention to come with Agasia to welcome other companions.

The market in Thurii is on this side of the city wall and has also been expanded a lot.There are also some more buildings next to the market: weapons shops, cloth shops, vehicle repair shops, ship rigging workshops, gold and silverware processing workshops, pack animal rental shops, bakeries, hotels, restaurants... But it should be extremely noisy. The market seems a little deserted at the moment.

Agarcia and the others bypassed the market and came to the avenue. Dozens of coachmen gathered around them: "We're here to see the triumphal ceremony. It's about to start. If we go by carriage, we can still catch up!..." The coachman said You and I persuaded each other with each word.

The price of one opol at a time was quite cheap, and although the market was only a few miles away from Thurii, the mercenaries were still willing to experience the feeling of riding a carriage.

Racing on the flat road, the carriage was fast and smooth. While they were still intoxicated with the pleasure of this speed, a huge sound came from ahead.

There are huge crowds of people in front of Tuliyi City, cheers are thunderous, and only one voice resounds through the earth: "Come!!! Come!!!..."

I saw a golden long dragon marching towards the west side of Turui City facing the mild rising sun...

The coachmen all stopped driving, and there were too many people to squeeze in. However, standing on the carriage, you can still see the scene in the crowd:
The flag bearer at the front of the team was the soldier with the bravest and most outstanding performance during the expedition. Lizaru did not expect that he would receive this honor, so that until now during the march, he has been smiling on his usually serious face. He opened his mouth from ear to ear and was about to reach the crowd. He straightened his chest again and raised the legion flag high. Cheers, exclamations, and praises gathered together and rushed towards him, like a magic medicine that filled his body. Instantly full of power...

Timasong squinted his eyes and saw clearly that at the top of the big flag towering in the air was the solemn and majestic bronze statue of Hades holding a double fork. This reminded him of the time when "Davos is the favored one of Hades." rumors.

Looking at the golden words "First Legion" and the four golden stars embroidered on the flag, and listening to Agasia's story about its origins, everyone in Timasong couldn't help but feel a little lost.

Following the flag bearer of the legion was another military flag. Under the statue of the god of death with its wings spread out and its ferocious face, embroidered on the flag were a line of golden letters "First Company of the Second Battalion". Originally, the one with the greatest military exploits this time should be the Fourth Battalion. , but considering the public's perception, Davos gave the honor of the first team to enter the city to the first company of the second brigade. After all, they also worked hard and made great achievements. No one had objections based on their achievements in guarding the Lahe Fortress.As compensation, Davos gave the honor of legion standard bearer to the Lucarians.

The soldiers walked into the crowd with vigorous steps and heads held high, enjoying the cheers of the people...

The mercenaries paid close attention to them. The layman watched the excitement, while the expert watched the door. Zantiparis said to Agarcia: "These soldiers of yours are good, with good fighting spirit and momentum!"

"But it's worse than us!" Crisiano said unconvinced.

Agacia couldn't say anything, so he just smiled.

At this time, Tormid exclaimed: "Look at these soldiers, they should not be Greeks!"

Agarcia looked intently: the flag held high by the second team entering the crowd was embroidered with "Fourth Brigade of the First Army".

When did the league have a fourth team?With doubts, Agasia looked at the faces of the soldiers behind him. At the same time, he thought that he was capturing the city of Niutum in Lucania, and he somewhat understood why Daves did this: "That's Lucania." Leans, since they can become legionnaires, they are probably already Alliance citizens."

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