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Chapter 679: Discussion on rescuing ally Wolsey
Davers said: "The Campanians are not in a hurry to urge the Third Army to leave. They even hope that the Third Army can stay for a while to prevent the Samnites from retaliating next, so we don't have to worry. Anyway, the military rations are They will supply it until the negotiations are over and our citizens have settled in their new territory before leaving.”

"But in this way, the defense of the Lucania region will be empty. If the Samnites risk an invasion, even with Abenirum blocking the front, I am still worried about Copsa and Potentia. Safety! Your Majesty, there is currently a shortage of food in the country. When it is impossible to mobilize legions from other regions to garrison, can you send a senior officer to the Lucania region to be responsible for organizing reserve soldiers in the region and coastal towns? Get up and take precautions," Hilos continued to suggest.

In the military system of the Kingdom of Dionia with legion as the main body, the third legion has the largest jurisdiction based on the scope of recruiting soldiers and training of each divided legion. It not only includes the Lucania region, but also includes In the southern part of Campania and some coastal towns, the young and middle-aged citizens of Aelia, Poseidonia, and Enona also had to receive training from the Third Legion and be recruited to fight in wartime.

Davos agreed with Hilos' caution and said, "Yes, it is up to your Ministry of Military Affairs to decide who will be sent to Lucania."

"Your Majesty, I recommend Zantiparis to carry out the task of forming a new legion in Lucania." Hilos has already considered the candidate.

"Zantiparis?" Davos looked at Hilos.

Hilos said frankly: "Zantiparis has been in the legion and the Ministry of Military Affairs for many years. Not only is he rich in combat experience, he is also familiar with military affairs. Now he is idle at home. He is the best person to prepare and command the legion."

It seems that Xiros did not recommend Zantiparis just because of past friendship!After hearing the explanation, Davos also felt that this candidate was quite suitable. He breathed a sigh of relief and asked, "How is his health?"

"He keeps exercising every day and is relatively strong." Hilos replied.

In fact, there are daily reports from the intelligence department, and Davos certainly knows something about Zantiparis's physical condition. He asked this just to let other people present know, so that no one would have any opinions.

"Then let him." Davos immediately decided: Zantiparis was previously removed from his position as the prosecutor of the Ministry of Military Affairs. This can be regarded as a kind of compensation.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

"Next let's talk about Rome's problems." Davos looked around the crowd and said in a serious tone: "The cunning Romans used the excuse of 'waiting for their two military and political officers to return before discussing our demands', but in fact they did not While intensifying the attack on the Volscian town of Satnicum, we also sent additional troops to sneak attack on the Volscian coastal town of Antium and invaded the Volscian hinterland. Our envoys sent a message to the Romans We protested, but were once again perfunctory by the Roman Senate. The dignity of the Kingdom of Dionia did not allow the Romans to tease us like this, and the endangered Volscians also continued our assistance! My Lords, under such circumstances, What should we do in Dionia?!"

"Of course it is to fulfill the covenant with the Volscians, send reinforcements to repel the Romans, and regain the territory lost by the Volscians!" Antaoris said loudly.

Cornerus and Lysias looked at each other, and Cornerus did not hesitate this time: "Your Majesty, we cannot let the Volscians be conquered by Rome, otherwise our Dionia will be among the forces in central Italy. Our prestige will be severely damaged, and we must send troops! But can the Volscians fully guarantee the food supply for the troops we send?”

"I asked the Volscian envoy, and he promised to guarantee food supplies for at least one of our legions for two months. In addition, they can also ask for food assistance from their neighbors, the enemies of Rome, the Helnicians , so in a short period of time, we don’t have to worry about military rations.”

Davos's answer stopped Cornelus from questioning.

"Your Majesty, can we only send one legion?" Melses asked. There were foreign countries providing free food. He wished he could send all the legions there to reduce the domestic food pressure.

"Wolsey is just a not-so-powerful force in the Latium region of central Italy. Being able to guarantee the food supply for a legion of more than 9000 people for several months is already their best effort."

Melses was slightly disappointed by Davos's answer.

"Your Majesty, as far as I know, Rome is not as powerful as Cavutini. This city-state is probably unable to completely defeat the Roman army with just one legion!" Hilos was a little worried. Due to the influence of Davos, He is quite familiar with the situation in Rome.

Davos smiled: "Although the strength of a legion is a little less, there are powerful Volsci as allies. In addition, the Volsci are also preparing to unite with the Helnicians, Masi, and Equi... …these races fought against Rome together. So, although we have only one legion, we are not alone. Also, we only need to repel the Romans, not destroy them, so I think one legion is enough for the time being."

Having said this, Davos asked: "Hilos, which legion do you think is more appropriate to send?"

Hilos thought about it seriously and said: "Your Majesty, the last time the Second Army, the Fourth Army and the Fifth Army participated in the Dauni War, the Eighth Army also launched a war against the West Kells in Sicily, and the Third Army The legion has just finished the battle against the Kautini people... Logically speaking, this time it should be the turn of the first legion, the sixth legion and the seventh legion. The ninth and tenth legions were established too short and have not participated in major battles. We lack combat experience and do not have the ability to conduct expeditions alone. I think it is best to send the First Legion to go on an expedition. The commander of the Amyntas Legion is rich in experience, and the First Legion has the strongest combat effectiveness. Send him to lead the army to the Latium area. , just shows the importance we attach to the Volscians."

After listening to Hilos' words, Davos hesitated a little.More than ten years have passed, and the older batch of senior generals have either been promoted to the Ministry of Military Affairs, such as Hieros, Capus, Felicius, Hieronymus, etc.; or they have served as commanders at a higher level. Such as Alexis and the former Antonius; or they were transferred to local governments to engage in government affairs, such as Epithenes, Agarcia, Adriancus, etc.; others were idle because they were too old or tired of fighting. At home, such as Zantiparis, Alpins, etc.Only Amyntas has always insisted on being the head of the legion and is unwilling to leave, just like Drakes back then.

Davos believes that Drakos is indeed experienced and brave in combat. The first legion he leads also has amazing combat effectiveness. He is an extremely sharp knife.However, Amyntas had an impatient personality and acted carelessly. He was indeed worried about leading troops alone, especially when he had to stay away from Dionia and fight Rome, which had an excellent general like Camillus.

But Davos couldn't explain this reason. After all, Amyntas was a veteran in the army and a senator of the Senate. He was quite famous, so he said: "I remember that the commander of the Sixth Army was Troti. Lars, I was deeply impressed by the outstanding performance of the Sixth Army he led during the decisive battle with the Mepp Allied Forces. It was the first time I went to help the Volscians. There was no need to send our strongest army there. , it’s not good to seem too enthusiastic..."

Hilos understood the meaning of Davos's words. He hesitated and said, "Your Majesty, if Lord Amyntas knows about sending the Sixth Legion, I'm afraid he will have objections."

Davos comforted him and said, "If Amyntas has any objections, let him come to me."

Hilos couldn't say anything else, so he designated the Sixth Army as the army to go to Volsey.

At this time, Lysias reminded with some worry: "Your Majesty, we are at war with Rome, I'm afraid Carthage will react!"

This is indeed something to consider!Davers even knew through the intelligence department that the Carthage Senate even discussed this matter for several days, but he said without hesitation: "We are protecting our allies and helping them defend against powerful enemies. It is an irreproachable and legitimate action! If we have to consider what the Carthaginians will think in everything, it will not only tie our hands and feet, but also make the people think that we are too weak and damage the reputation of the overlord of Southern Italy!"

"Your Majesty is right! The relationship between the Carthaginians and us has not been very good in the past two years. This action can be used to test Carthage's attitude towards us." Sedorum agreed.

Davos nodded and said to Hilos: "Inform Proseus, the commander of the Eighth Legion, to be more vigilant, strengthen defenses, and always pay attention to the movements of the Carthaginians to the west of Sicily."

At this time, Aristelas, the palace herald, came in a hurry and knocked on the door of the office.

After obtaining Davos's permission, he walked into the house and handed the papyrus roll in his hand to Davos.

After Davos read it, his face became a little ugly. Facing the curious eyes of everyone, he said in a deep voice: "The Carthaginians responded. They killed our merchants and crew without our permission. !”

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In the afternoon after Davos got the news, the Carthaginian envoy rushed to Thurii.

This time it was not Occleton, an old acquaintance of Dionia, but Preta Kuba. At the emergency meeting of the Dionia Senate held at his request, the Carthage Senate Chairman Facing the angry and doubtful looks of hundreds of Dionian senators, the leader of the Gonid faction said loudly and angrily: "Dionians, since we Carthage signed a contract with you more than ten years ago, Since the friendship agreement, we have been very friendly to you. When you were struggling to resist the Syracuse army, Carthage selflessly provided you with a large amount of supplies! When you occupied Syracuse in Sicily Territory, the situation is very turbulent. It was Carthage who took the initiative to divide the scope of their respective jurisdictions with you and helped you stabilize the trend in Sicily! In recent years, your domestic trade in Dionia has prospered, and most of the credit should be attributed to us, Carthage. Businessmen! But you—"

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