ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 803: Mission to Etruria

Quintus and Frius were so tired that before they had time to take a breath, they met Majorus who was coming in a hurry.

"What did you say?! Rome has fallen?!" The two generals seemed to have been hit head-on, staggering and almost falling.

"How is this possible?! The walls of Rome are so tall! There are so many people in the city! They didn't even defend it for a day?!..." Frius couldn't believe this fact.

Quintus stepped forward and grabbed Mejius's clothes and asked angrily: "What are the Senate doing?! What are you doing?! Didn't you do anything?! Just watching the enemy attack our city. ?!..."

"I did it! Of course we did it! We did our best, summoned reinforcements, and launched a desperate attack on the enemy, trying to relieve the pressure on the defenders in the city... For this reason, our army was defeated, so Even...Paulus died in the battle..."

Majors defended with a painful expression, but the man in his 5s cried helplessly like a child: "...but the Dionysians have made many siege equipment that we have never seen before, they...they They even used warships to set up dozens of pontoon bridges on the Tiber River...and their soldiers were very elite, but what about us! We...we...not just the city of Rome! Even the able-bodied citizens of the surrounding allies were taken away How can we possibly defeat Herniki!!"

Majorus' questioning in turn left Quintus and Frius speechless and feeling guilty.

"Let's go! Let's take back Rome immediately!" Quintus suddenly shouted and walked out angrily.

Frius was stunned for a moment and followed him closely.

Mejius immediately stopped them and repeatedly advised: "I understand your feelings, but your army is less than 1, and it is too risky to attack the Dionians! It is better to wait for the dictator Camillus to lead After the army arrives, let’s attack again!”

"Although we only have 6000 people, the enemy has just rushed to capture the city of Rome. The losses must be huge, the order in the city must be chaotic, and there must be no defense against us. Just like Camillus's attack on Pliniste, it may be successful. !" Quintus retorted loudly.

Mejius continued to persuade: "The Dionysians are different from the Volscians and Massians. They are more disciplined and will not make such mistakes! Moreover, there are still dozens of miles from here to the city of Rome. You have traveled a long distance and are very tired. Do you still have the strength to fight when you reach Rome?"

Despite Major's persuasion, Quintus refused to listen and called him a "coward who is afraid of death." With his persistence, Frius, who was already a little shaken, naturally acted with him.

"Damn Claudius' stupid ass!" Mejus stomped his feet and scolded, saying that the Claudius clan was stubborn and stubborn, which can be regarded as experience today.

Majors watched helplessly as the two figures disappeared into the distance, squatting on the ground dejectedly. After a while, he came back to his senses, suddenly remembered something, and immediately turned around and ran towards the Senate of Plinister City.

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At this time, the Roman people who lived in the villages outside Rome and fled here before the war rushed to the place where the army stayed and cried to the soldiers.

The news of "the fall of Rome" swept through the entire army like a sudden violent storm. The soldiers were shocked and shouted, "Go and repel the Dionians and take back Rome." The scene became very chaotic. .

In fact, even if Quintus and Frius wanted to act safely at this time, it was already impossible, and the entire army was almost out of control.

But this was exactly what Quintus wanted. He stood on a high place, waved his fists, and shouted to the soldiers: "Citizens of Rome, our home is being ravaged by the enemy! Our relatives are being insulted! Hear me. Are they shouting for help! You are the only one who can save them now! Pick up your weapons, keep moving forward, drive away the enemies, and save Rome. You will be the heroes of the people!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the soldiers waved their spears and shouted angrily: "Save Rome! Save Rome!! Save Rome!!!..."

The thunderous roar oscillated and circled outside the city of Prinister, which boosted the morale of the soldiers. They forgot their fatigue, and led by Quintus and Frius, they rushed towards the city of Rome.

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After visiting the medical camp, Crotokatax no longer had an excited smile, but felt a little heavy.

Davos saw it and thought it was a good thing, but he didn't say much. Everything had to be experienced and understood by Crotokartax himself.

After returning to the Roman Senate, which temporarily became the command center of the Dionysian army, he immediately summoned Tapirus.

Since Tapirus had been on a mission to Rome before, Davos did not leave him in Ostia, but asked him to come to Rome with the army, ready to consult him at any time.

"Congratulations to your majesty on capturing the great city of Rome!" Tapirus immediately congratulated him respectfully as soon as he saw Davos.

"The capture of Rome is indeed worthy of celebration, but being too obsessed with this victory may put our army in trouble in the future." Davos said lightly, and then pointed to the wooden chair next to him: "Sit down quickly Come on, Tapyrus, can you tell me what enemies we will face next here?"

After hearing the question raised by Davos, although Tapirus did not understand the purpose of this wise king suddenly raising this question, it was obviously related to calling him here. His thoughts changed quickly and he said in a deep voice: "Rome is... The returning army, the Latin city-states surrounding Rome, and... uh, Rome's Etruscan allies...?"

Davos did not respond immediately, but continued to ask: "How much do you know about Etruria?"

Etruscan? !Tapirus probably understood what Daves wanted him to do. As an official of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, his department had a lot of information on the areas around Rome, some of which were even classified. Most of them were led by Aristiras. It is collected by the intelligence department for diplomats to learn and understand, so that they can be targeted when they go to foreign countries.

Tapirus immediately said humbly: "Your Majesty, I have some understanding. The Etruscans are a big force in central and northern Italy. They formed an Etruscan alliance from 12 important city-states. It had been enemies of the Romans for a long time, but the invasion of the Celts more than ten years ago greatly weakened the strength of the Etruscans, causing the Etruscan city-states north of the Tiber River to be gradually invaded by the Romans over the years. conquer……"

Davos nodded, leaned back, and said seriously: "Although we have captured the city of Rome, Rome's truly elite army is about to arrive, and we must do our best to deal with their attack. But, if The Etruscans on the north bank of the Tiber River once again responded to the Romans' request. If they attack again, we will be trapped in a two-front war.

However... the Etruscans were once very glorious, and even Rome was ruled by them for a long time. Now the Romans in turn want to be their masters, asking them to listen to the call and obey the orders of Rome. I think these are being ruled by Rome. The conquered Etruscan city-states were certainly reluctant.Therefore, I need a diplomat to send envoys to Keslera, Volci and Tarchuna to bring them our friendly wishes in Dionia. We are willing to form an alliance with them and help them recapture the Roman Empire. Land stolen by people.

It’s just that we have no formal dealings with the Etruscans before, so I can’t guess how they will treat the envoys we send, so this mission is risky..."

Tapirus immediately stood up and offered his impassioned proposal to Davos: "Your Majesty, the first day I entered the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, I knew that being a diplomat is a risky job. For the sake of the success of this expedition, and for your Majesty, I will I am willing to send an envoy to the Etruscan city-state and do my best to complete the mission!"

Davos looked at him with approval, and for a moment he said in a gratified voice: "I am very lucky to be able to buy you and give you freedom. You will definitely become an example for all Dionia to liberate slaves!"

Tapirus's heart was beating wildly, and he immediately responded sincerely: "Your Majesty, it is my greatest luck to be your slave!"

"Okay! Okay!..." Davos smiled and nodded repeatedly, and then said: "In this battle, we captured some Etruscans. You can select some of them and send them as envoys to Etruscans." When we reach the city-state of Leah, we will release them to show our sincerity.”

Tapirus's eyes lit up and he said hurriedly: "Your Majesty, can I go see these prisoners now? Learn more about the situation of these Etruscan city-states who are going to be sent as envoys."

"Of course." Davos was happy for his subordinates' diligence.

After Tapyrus left, Henepolis smiled and said: "Your Majesty, your ability to free slaves is very strong. I think this Tapyrus will be no worse than Aristocrates in the future."

"Alex Docrates is the newly promoted veteran now." Davos glanced at him and said lightly, "Hurry up and bring that Roman veteran in."

Publius Manlius was brought into the Roman Senate.

Seeing that the original center of power in Rome had now become the enemy's office, with wooden tables and chairs placed in the center of the venue, and enemy soldiers with bright armor standing around them, his face twitched a few times, and he walked straight over and pulled a wooden Sit down.

Davos looked at him, and he looked directly at Davos without showing any weakness.

"This is Davos, the king of the powerful Kingdom of Dioria! Romans, please show your respect immediately!" Henipolis shouted.

　There is a dinner party today, so the update is complete.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)