ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 618 Dionia Rugby Finals Opening Ceremony ([-])

Unexpectedly, Cedorum faced such a complicated situation when he sent the envoy to Samona. Polet's words made Weisba sigh in his heart, and Hermon admired in his heart: The concession made by Davos in the Senate. How wise was the advice of Abednerum's prisoner to be released at last!

"Although Gairni has become the leader of Abenirum, the matter is not over yet." Pollet sneered again and said: "Although Gilpini has no choice but to face our powerful strength, Signed the alliance agreement, but Gairni's introduction of outsiders to interfere in Shirpini's internal affairs violated the taboos of the Samoni tribes. Just because under our protection, Lesguk did not dare to do anything to Gairni, but However, he could make other tribes reduce trade, exchanges, and gatherings with Abenirum, and even let the tribes that originally moved in withdraw from the Abenirum area, hoping to force those who had experienced the war to have fewer people and weaker forces. The Abeni Roma took the initiative to exile Guerni in order to better survive in the mountains."

"Foolish Shirpinians!" interrupted Hermon.

"Yes, the Shirpini people still use the old method to punish tribal leaders who violate tradition, but they don't know that doing so will only push the Abenirum people into our Dionia." Pollet Saying "We are Dionia" already regards itself as a member of the Kingdom of Dionia, although Potentia is actually just a free city belonging to the Kingdom of Dionia: "Abenirum had to fight with Copsa, our Potentia, and Enona have strengthened their exchanges. In the past two particularly cold winters, most of the Shirpini people’s livestock froze to death, and the Abenirum people relied on our Dionia They got through the difficulties with our help, so they became more dependent on us. Even the temple of Hades was allowed to be set up at the border of Abenirum.

However, it is said that the Beneventum people and several other Samnite tribes have strong opinions on Abenirum's actions. It seems that the situation in the Samnite area is calm now, but in fact the two sides have been in constant conflict, especially in This year, I heard a rumor that the high priests of the four Samoni tribes collectively initiated a Savoni celebration ceremony for the whole Samoni people. After the celebration, they may have to gather with the four chiefs and the leaders of each tribe. Discussing the blasphemy of Gairni, the leader of Abenirum..."

"Blasphemy?" Weisba was a little surprised.

"It is Gairni who allowed the people to accept the faith of Hades and allowed the priests of Hades to move within the territory..." Paulet had a slightly complicated mood when he said this. In Potentia today, most people The people of the country no longer only believe in the god Asinus, but the faith of Hades is also very popular.

"Have you mentioned this before when you met His Majesty?" Hermon asked.

"Do I need to say more?" Pollet pointed at the Abenirum team in the stadium: "I heard that Gairni also came to Thurii. I'm afraid he didn't just come to watch the game!"

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Stromboli, who had returned to Thurii, was sitting behind the rostrum, watching the teams from various towns enter the field and sipping wine mixed with water from time to time, looking quite comfortable.

When he saw the Naxos team passing by the rostrum, he clapped and cheered vigorously. Although he had resigned as the administrator of Naxos, his years of living there still gave him a certain affection for Naxos. , looking at the Naxos players on the field waving happily to all sides, he suddenly remembered something and fell into thinking.

At this time, out of the corner of his eye, he saw Laphias changing seats with others, and then a voice sounded in his ear: "Master Stromboli."

Stromboli turned his head to look, and then nodded: "Hello, Lord Tolilaus."

"Well... thank you for taking care of the people of Naxos in the past few years!" Tolilaus complimented a little unnaturally. He is not good at saying nice things to people, but the elders of Stromboli and Sicily are very good. There is less contact between the two. Although the two are in the same Senate, the relationship between the two is unfamiliar. Otherwise, it will not be possible to close the distance between the two to facilitate the next conversation.

"That's my duty." Stromboli did not smile because of his compliment: "To be honest, Naxos is not easy to manage."

Tollylaus was stunned for a moment, then smiled: "Sicily is not the same as Magna Graecia after all..."

"What's the difference?!" Stromboli interrupted him and asked rudely: "Doesn't Naxos belong to the Kingdom of Dionia?! The people who live there are not Dionia people?! "

Tollylaus was stunned again. He had heard from other Sicilian senators before that Stromboli in Amendolara was a smelly, hard, and difficult place to deal with. Today's contact was indeed like this.Tollylaus was also a person of character. He simply did not beat around the bush and asked directly: "Sir Stromboli, there have been rumors in the past two days that Lord Milon sent a patrol team to search after he arrived in Naxos. Went to Lord Laodicean's house and captured some slaves, and then searched the residences of Ikardas... and several other Lords. I also heard that Lord Sipros, the administrator of Catanai, also searched the house immediately. We visited the residence of Lord Lysiperatus in Catanai, and... what the hell happened?! Without the approval of the Senate, how could you break into the senator's mansion, search and arrest people at will?!"

Stromboli looked at him with a strange expression on his face: "The laws of Dionia do not stipulate that you cannot search the senator's mansion and arrest slaves. Only when you want to arrest a senator, you must obtain the approval of the Senate. As the elder of the kingdom, haven’t you carefully understood the laws of the kingdom these years?!”

Tollylaus was a little embarrassed. There were so many legal items in Dionia, how could he remember them? He coughed dryly: "Lord Stromboli, I would like to ask Laodicean what crime they committed? "

Stromboli shrugged: "Myron did not send a letter to the Senate explaining the situation. Like you, I know nothing about it. But you can ask Lord Tritodemus, he Maybe you know something."

Tollylaus said in a deep voice: "Lord Tritodemus is in Sicily!"

"Oh... yes! Yes! I forgot. I'm getting old, but my memory is not good. I still remember that I hosted them at the Naxos City Hall." Stromboli patted his head mockingly , and then said: "Since Terry Todemos went to Sicily in person, the crimes committed by Laodisian and the others will never be small!"

Tollylaus was silent, this was exactly what he was worried about.

"Lord Tolilaus, has your mansion in Naxos been searched?" Stromboli suddenly asked.

Tollylaus shook his head.

"Then what are you worried about?" Stromboli said meaningfully: "I heard that you and Laodicean have always been at odds. You even scolded him in public several times, saying, 'You only know how to eat, drink and have fun every day, and you have no ability at all. !’ The elders of Naxos, headed by Laodicean, don’t like to associate with you. Now it seems that your choice is right..."

Stromboli's words made Tolilaus' eyes light up.

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The last team to enter was the Amendolara team. Thurii is the center of the Kingdom of Dionia, and Amendolara is the beginning of the kingdom. This is why Daves let the two town teams end up. The purpose of Yiwei's appearance.

There were many spectators in Amendolara in the arena, and most of the former mercenary soldiers settled in Amendolara. At first, Amendolara was the main source of troops for the First Army. More than ten years later, Amendolara However, the citizens of Dorara account for nearly half of the senior officers in the various legions of the Kingdom of Dionysia. This makes the small city of Amendolara a very special town in the kingdom and is commonly known as the "City of Officers". Others The citizens of the town all have the experience of serving as soldiers under the Amendolara captain, which made the entire audience sincerely applaud and cheer for this team. Its popularity is even higher than that of the Thurii team. .

When more than 50 teams stood in the center of the field, the eight priests at the front carrying the idols sang the Hades hymn in unison. Then the players and the audience also joined in the singing devoutly. Even those who did not believe in Hades Some foreign players, such as Abernirum and Pompey, were also inspired to open their mouths.

After the solemn and vigorous singing ended, Davers walked to the rostrum and loudly said passionately: "Players from various towns in the kingdom, as well as players from friendly neighbors who have accepted the invitation, welcome you to Tus. Rei, participate in the seventh Dionia Kingdom Rugby Finals!"

After more than a dozen messengers spread King Davos's words to the entire audience, huge cheers erupted on the court and on the sidelines.

"You have gone through the test of many games. Being able to stand on the Hades Arena today means that you are the best rugby players in your city this year! Starting today, in Thurii, you will be in Hades Under the watchful eye, continue to use your superb skills and brave and intelligent minds, work together with your teammates, and compete for the title of the strongest rugby team and the best rugby player in the Kingdom of Dionia this year through every fierce game. Title! I wish you excellent results!..."

The players were so excited that they wanted to start the game right away.

At this moment, the drums and trumpets sounded, announcing the official start of the finals.

The crowd roared with thunderous cheers, they couldn't wait to watch the game.

The teams began to withdraw, leaving only two teams on the field. The match between Turiyi and Kopsa officially began.

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The Rugby Football Finals has been in full swing these days, with numerous upsets and excitement, which made the fans enjoy watching it, but also made the people who bought "Tino's Blessing" complain incessantly.

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