ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 251 Prelude to the War
"Great!" Davos finally couldn't help but stood up excitedly: "Little Heraclid, it's really amazing that you can think of this!"

"Sir, this is not my own idea. It is a proposal after discussion with other members of the Road Bureau." Little Heraclid said truthfully. He was a little confused: how could it be made possible by just some road reconstruction ideas? Is this young, wise, divinely ordained consul so excited?
Of course he wouldn't understand that what Daves was thinking about at this moment was actually the national characteristics of the Greeks.Through historical data from previous lives and his personal experience in this era, he felt that the Greeks were indeed an excellent race and had created a splendid civilization in technology, culture, military, politics, sports, etc. But why was Rome? Wasn't it Greece who later unified the Mediterranean?

Davos believes that there are some fatal flaws in the national characteristics of the Greeks: they are too self-seeking and unable to form unity, they are too passionate and lack steadfastness and resilience, and various Greeks built countless magnificent temples, arenas, and theaters. The city-state could not keep its city clean and hygienic... Therefore, since he became the mercenary leader, Davos used strict military laws to restrain the unorganized mercenaries, and deliberately slowly guided and changed the Greek people under his jurisdiction.

The road bureau of Heraclide the Younger was able to notice these details and make modifications. This serious and down-to-earth approach that considered the people certainly pleased the doctor. He praised: "My vision is not wrong. Not only are you An excellent master of road and bridge construction, he can also become a good road director and manage the road system within the Dionia Alliance!"

Although little Heraclid was a little embarrassed in the face of the praise, he still continued: "The reconstruction of the avenue will cost a lot. I'm worried that the Senate-"

"Don't worry, the Senate will approve your proposal." Davos assured: "The benefits brought by the avenue to Dionia are huge. Renovating the avenue will only make people's travel and cargo transportation more convenient." Convenience is a good thing and it’s worth the extra expense.”

"Then I'll be relieved!" Little Heraclid was sincerely grateful to Davos. It was this young man who made him and his father no longer wandering around!It was this young man who helped him find his career!And it was this young man's support that allowed him to rise to prominence in Dionia's political arena!

"How is your father's health?"

Davos's words brought him back to his senses: "It's not very good. I often wake up at night recently, coughing non-stop, and there are blood streaks in the sputum... I told him to rest more at home, and there is Piasi in the temple. There won't be any problems if Cos stares, but he just won't listen!" Little Heraclid said with a worried look on his face.

Davos sighed secretly.In fact, Helps, who treated Heraclide, had already quietly told him: This stubborn, thin old man has only a few days to live...

Davos comforted him softly: "Your father regards the newly built city of Thurii as his own child. He is worried about it! Don't worry, I will let Helps send doctors to take care of your father at any time..."

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After sending little Heraclid away, Davos stretched and prepared to return to the backyard to accompany his sleeping wife and children.

At this time, Ribazuo, the chief slave, came in and said, "Master, four lords, Felicius, Bagule, Weisba, and Hemon, please see me."

Of course Davos knew why these people came. This is a major event related to whether Dionia's arrangement during this period can finally be effective. He had to cheer up: "Please come in four elders of the Senate."

Speaking of which, Davos was a little helpless. Public officials in several cities in the Dionysian Alliance, such as city administrators, judges, tax collectors, etc., all have their offices - the city hall. As the highest power in control of the entire alliance, In addition to discussing state affairs, discussing and formulating bills in the Senate Chamber, the senators do not have a personal office space, including the sole consul of the entire alliance and chief senator Davos, so the living room of his own residence becomes Davos’s usual office is also the same for most other senators. The Senate has discussed several times to build a magnificent office building for the senators of the entire alliance. Due to various factors such as funds and manpower, this suggestion is still just a suggestion. Stay on paper.

After the four people sat down, Felicius, as the military officer, first said: "Lord Davos, we are here to ask for your instructions. Is it time to launch a plan to capture Grumentum?"

"What's the current situation in Grumentum?" Daves asked seriously. In fact, he had already learned about the situation in the Lucalia region through Aristiras.

"Lord Archon." Hermon leaned over and said: "Not long after Potentia defeated Pixis and occupied Grumentum, their leader Puamote led the main army back to Potentia. In the city of Tia, only his brother Polete was left to lead two thousand tribal warriors to garrison the city of Grumentum. It turned out that Lusau, the son of Akpiru, the great leader of Grumentum, also stayed in the city to assist. Pollet manages Grumentum.”

Davos smiled: "That Lusau who was betrayed by his own people?! Do the Potentians really dare to use him?!"

"Sir, you are right. Puamot made a mistake by leaving Lusau!" Weisba took over and sneered: "I have dealt with Lusau. He bullies the weak and fears the strong, and is extremely Hold a grudge, it was he who led the army to drive my tribe into the mountains... It is said that when he was in Potentia, he fawned over Puamotte like a dog. Perhaps it was because of this that Puamotte It was wrong to believe that he would help Potentia stabilize the governance of Grumentum.

However, Lusau returned to Grumentum and gained support from several tribes. His strength increased and he began to act arrogantly.Although the leaders of the tribes that originally betrayed him have been killed by Xinsinag, Lusau did not let those tribes go. He often sent new tribes to stir up disputes, and then used the excuse of disobedience to control. Punish them, and take the opportunity to annex their settlements and pastures... He often verbally agrees to Pollet's orders, but does not carry them out at all behind his back, and even goes against them.

And those warriors from Potentia relied on them to be the victors, and they also oppressed the Grumentum people in the city. It is said that Pollet was quite gentle towards the tribes inside and outside Grumentum City, but he could not control them. He couldn't control his men, and he couldn't get Lusau to obey his orders.

Now the people of Grumentum hate Lusau and hate the Potentians! "Weisba said and glanced at Hermon: "So after the envoys Hemon and I sent to the city quietly contacted them, we were warmly welcomed by them. They eagerly hope that we will drive away the Bochentians! "

"The people of Grumentum hate Lusau, but we should be grateful to him!" Davos said jokingly, and everyone laughed.

Davos asked again: "What do they want?"

"They are willing to join Dionia, but we hope that after we capture Grumentum, we can allow them to move to Niutum, give them land no less than their current residence and pasture, and communicate with Niutum. Like those tribes in Mu, Dionia must not interfere with their management of the people, and for this reason they are willing to provide the greatest help for Dionia in capturing the city of Grumentum."

After hearing what Hermon said, Davos was slightly surprised: "Is their request that simple?!"

"Initially they asked for much more than that, but our people made them realize that they had betrayed Lusau, betrayed Sinsinaga, and now wanted to drive away the Potentians, so their only hope We are the only ones in the Dionia Alliance to make things difficult for the masters who will give us shelter in the future. This is not what smart people do!" Hermon said with some complacency: "The Lucanians live in peace and tranquility in Dionia. The alliance’s reputation for keeping its promises led them to ultimately choose to work with us.”

"Since this is the case, why didn't they stay in Grumentum after we captured Grumentum? After all, it is their homeland." Davos was a little puzzled.

"Sir, that's because they are afraid!" Bagule said contemptuously: "Because they think that Potentia and Picosis will come back to compete for Grumentum City in the future, and they dare not face them again. anger!"

"These guys are really understanding." Davos muttered.To be honest, he was worried about leaving these capricious tribes in Grumentum. Since they left voluntarily and knowingly, Davos would of course reciprocate the favor: "Neutum still has extra pasture to accommodate them. Them?"

"Not yet." Weisba said hesitantly: "However, I have negotiated with all the tribal leaders in Niutum, and some tribes are willing to move to Grumentum. settlements in exchange, but they want to be compensated by the iron ore mining rights of Grumentum."

Davos shook his head slightly.The iron ore in Grumentum has long been coveted by some senators in the Senate. Senators such as Masissachus have approached him several times, hoping to contract the iron ore in Grumentum.

He pondered for a while and said: "It is impossible to own the mining rights, but they can get part of the income from the iron ore. How much is it specifically? Go and talk to them, but it cannot exceed 20%. The prerequisite is that they provide manpower. , involved in mining and transporting ore.”

"Okay, I will go to Niutum to discuss it with them tomorrow." Hemon nodded.

"Are the soldiers ready? The raid plan has been drawn up?" Davos turned his gaze to Bagule.

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