ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 9 Night March

When the sun began to set, the soldiers began to organize their equipment.

Put on the breastplate - this was made of multiple layers of linen glued together.It is about five or six centimeters thick and is very hard and pliable, but not too heavy.The hem hits the thigh and is feathered to allow for easier movement.

Wear greaves to protect your calves.Tie a Greek saber around your waist - this is a curved sword with a 65cm long blade, a single edge and curved like a dog's hind leg.

The Corinthian helmet cannot be worn at this time, because it is difficult to see clearly when marching at night, and this kind of helmet that only exposes the mouth and eyes will narrow the line of sight.Davos imitated others and tied his helmet to a two-meter-long spear.

The spear was the main weapon of the Greek heavy infantry.The barrel is made of ash tree, the leaf-shaped head is made of iron, and the end of the barrel is inlaid with a copper tail nail.

Davos picked up the buckler in his left hand.It is in the shape of a shallow bowl, made of wood on the inside and covered with copper on the outside. It is about [-] centimeters in diameter. The face of the Minotaur is painted on the shield.There is a belt on the inside for the left arm to be inserted to the elbow, so that the soldier can put the entire left forearm on the round shield, which not only saves effort, but also facilitates defense and shield attack.There is also a small metal hook set on the inner and outer edge of the round shield, which can be hung on the shoulder for easy carrying during marching.

Davos held a shield in his left hand and a gun in his right hand. He couldn't help but smile bitterly: he had changed from a modern man to an ancient Western armored warrior.However, the cells in his entire body were boiling with joy, making him realize that it was the body's muscle memory that was at work.

He took a few steps and felt comfortable.Apart from being nervous, I was also a little excited.Every man has a warrior dream in his heart!That is the inheritance that has been in the blood of our ancestors since the time when we were talking about drinking blood.Modern people in the peaceful era can no longer feel the courage to fight face to face, but Davos in this era of time travel has such an opportunity!

When Davos was still adapting to this equipment, Hilos reminded him: "You still have something to take."

Saw two javelins and a string of sausages on the ground.He smiled bitterly: This is really your own fault!
He carefully placed the sausage on his chest, lest the grease get on the breastplate.

At this time, squadron leader Antonios came over and said to Hilos: "We have to go to the baggage camp and act with Merses." After saying that, he nodded to Davos. Obviously, Davos's reputation has spread to this man. The squadron leader's ears actually made him dare not ignore it.

"Who gave the order? Isn't Menon still with Alireus?" Hilos asked strangely.He was reluctant to move with the baggage battalion. Not only was the movement slow, it was also very dangerous.

"Adjutant Felicius ordered him to temporarily act as Menon's command. The last time the Persians breached our camp, most of the slaves in the supply camp fled. Now they are short of manpower, and Melsis asked our team to help. "After speaking, he looked at Davos again.

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"Davos, I didn't expect that! We meet again!" Melsis laughed, walked straight through the officers and soldiers, and gave Davos a hug.

I knew it was this fat guy who was causing trouble!Davos smiled helplessly.

"Everyone else goes to lead the animals. Davos is with me," he ordered.

This fat man is harsh and ruthless when he is not familiar with you, but he is overly enthusiastic once the relationship becomes good.Isn’t this helping to attract hatred for oneself?Davos quickly refused.

The supply camp has hundreds of livestock and dozens of ox carts full of goods, as well as many slaves and women.

at the same time.The columns formed can be up to two miles long.This is just a military camp. You can imagine how bloated the entire Greek mercenary army is.Davos observed all this and pondered in his heart.

At this time, the long camp horn sounded over the noisy camp in the dark night.

It's time to go.Davos subconsciously tightened the cow rope, feeling a little nervous.

The team began to move forward.The baggage camp is on the right and the troops are on the left. The team officers hold torches high.Under the cold moonlight.The entire Greek army was crawling slowly like a long and endless fire dragon.

After walking for about an hour, I heard the sound of running water ahead.Davos knew: the Euphrates River was coming.

The river water at night is dark, and when you look at it, it seems to be infinitely wide and infinitely deep, which can give people great fear.Therefore, the team was much quieter, lest they disturb the river god.

At this time, the queue naturally turned into a baggage camp and marched along the left bank of the Euphrates River. The troops were on the outside, protecting the property of their own camp. Obviously the leaders had some experience in night marches.Davos watched it and studied silently.

Menon's troops were at the end of the queue.Of course, this was not Mei Long's request. In fact, he asked someone to come back and ask his troops to walk in the middle of the entire team.But the leaders were dissatisfied with Menon.Because when he first marched from Asia to Babylon, Menon rushed to be the vanguard, burning, killing and looting in order to gain performance in front of Cyrus the Younger, and gained a lot of benefits.Now he was about to retreat, but he also wanted to take a middle position to protect his soldiers from attacks and reduce losses.How can he alone take advantage of all the good things!So the unanimous decision was made to let his team go last.This was what Meron's confidant Melses told Davos, which gave him a certain understanding of Menon.

At this time, Tormid, the herald of the whole army, finally arrived in front of Menon's team and delivered an order: "The front has joined the army of Alireus. The leaders are discussing with Alireus. Please rest where you are, Stay alert and wait for orders!"

The quiet team suddenly became commotion:
"Finally I can rest for a while!"

"We've been gone for two hours, I'm almost exhausted!"

"Me too. It's so tiring to lead the ox cart! We can't follow the baggage camp tomorrow!"

"You're right! Go tell the squadron leader tomorrow."

"Say it now!"

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Looking at the noisy warriors, Davos stood up and said loudly: "Brothers, please be quiet! Brothers! I am Davos!"

Unexpectedly, his words were more effective than those of squadron leader Antonios. The soldiers in the supply camp stopped making noise and wanted to hear what this 'God's Favorite' had to say.

"Let me tell you a story to relieve your fatigue, okay?"

"what story?"

"It's called Aris and the Forty Thieves."

"Sounds good! Tell me!"

So, Davos cleared his throat and began to preach loudly: "Once upon a time, there was a family living in a small town in Ionia..."

Gradually, the baggage camp became completely quiet, and even the beasts of burden stopped neighing.The soldiers, slaves, and women listened attentively.They were envious that Aris had unintentionally obtained the thief's wealth; they were amused that Aris' brother barked out the cave password; they were nervous that the thief had found Aris' house; and they applauded the wisdom of the slave girl.

After the story was told, everyone was still full of ideas:
“Aris is so lucky!

"He is lucky because he has a smart and beautiful Persian slave girl!"

"Yes! I think he can redeem the slave girl and make her a free citizen! After all, she saved Aris!"

"Idiot! He should take the slave girl as his concubine. Then the slave girl can continue to help him!"

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Everyone talked endlessly.

"Davos, is there really a cave full of gold and silver treasures?" Even Merses couldn't help but come to Davos and ask.

Antonios looked at the back of Davos in front of him and couldn't help but sigh: "Hilos, there is a talent in your village!"

"Are you talking about Davos? Of course, he is the 'God's Favorite'! I even want to give him my position as team leader."

"Captain?" Antonios curled his lips.A mercenary leader will often replace and replenish his soldiers, and the mid-level and senior officers who lead the team are mostly his confidants and will not be replaced easily, because this makes it easier for him to control the troops.Antonios and Menon have been together for five or six years. Since they took on tasks, they have met many dignitaries in Greece and Persia, and they have some experience in understanding people.

After a day of observation, he found that Davos had a calm personality and was completely unlike a 19-year-old child.He was very methodical in doing things, was humble and courteous in his dealings with others, and was eloquent. The soldiers were happy to get close to him.However, he often had fantastic ideas and could solve problems that others could not solve. During the march, he saw with his own eyes that Davos was either helping others carry shields or pushing carts.Such a person, even if he is young, can be trusted.

If his ability to command operations is not weak, then such a charming and capable person will have an immeasurable future.If he had enough financial resources, he could become a qualified mercenary leader!Antonios thought of this and then thought of Menon: What would he do when he knew that such a figure suddenly appeared in his military camp?
　I drank late last night and had a bad day today.Thank you for your vote!Especially Crow No. [-], who voted for thirteen chapters at once!Your support makes my updates more motivated!

　　The curtain of Mediterranean history is slowly opening. Davos, who is still just a little shrimp, has not chosen to remain silent, but is taking active actions to save himself...

　　


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