Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece

"Yasi, about the intelligence of Crotone's commander Melancius, you have collected a very comprehensive and well done!" Daveus finished complimenting.

"Mainly because he is so famous in Crotone, and once our people arrive at the port, we can hear about his deeds everywhere..." Yasistus said truthfully.

Daveus nodded: "It can be seen that this Melanius is a proud person. In such a war related to the life and death of the city-state, why should he be appointed as the commander of the army?"

Yasistes replied: "It may be because the battle Melanseus has never failed. Besides, he is brave and likes to attack quickly. Crotone must also hope to solve the problem with Turri The battle between them, and they also sent the old and stable Timalas as adjutant, I believe that can make Melancius more stable..."

"Well... your analysis makes sense!" Daveus thought, and asked again: "What are the characteristics of Crotone civil soldiers fighting?"

"The citizens of Crotone are keen on physical exercise and have produced many famous athletes. In each of the four major sports games, Crotone athletes always win the championship, especially in wrestling, boxing and discus. . Therefore, the citizens of several city-states responded that during their operations, their civic soldiers were powerful, aggressive, and agile..."

Dave Moss held his chin: "That is to say, their personal combat effectiveness is strong, so what about groups? Do they often conduct military training?"

Yasisters smiled: "Adult, not every city-state is training as frequently as Amendolara, and the intensity of training is still so great. Crotonians spend more time on the training ground than in sports. There is much less time on the field!"

"It seems that you are dissatisfied with our training." Daveus also smiled.

"How come, I like training the most! Especially football!" Yasister immediately defended himself.

"Isn't rugby a sport?!" Davers continued to catch up.

After a burst of laughter, Yasisters asked: "Sir, will the battle between Crotone and Turui affect us?"

"If you don't want to affect it, that's impossible!" Daveus sighed: "A weak neighbor is always safer than a new strong neighbor. At a critical moment, Amendolara said he had to go and pull A handful of Turiy. The stupid Turiy did all the stupid things. It seems that the plan to attack Lucania has to be postponed... Hey, it's really unpredictable!"

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Burcos rushed to Amendolara and asked Daphes for reinforcements.

At the Council of Elders, the elders had heated debates.In general, old citizens such as Cornelius, Rafaias, etc. do not approve of sending reinforcements, they believe that Turui attracted the Crotone army and they asked for it, not to mention Amendolara It is nominally an alliance with Turui, and is actually in a state of severance. Amendola does not need to offend a powerful city state for a neighbor who frequently troubles himself, and the army sent by Crotone looks very Powerful, even if Turri is united with Amendolara, it is very unlikely to be able to repel Crotone.

New citizens such as Kapus and Hilos believe that Crotone is currently in a strong situation, and Amendola should wait and see the changes and make a decision based on the changes in the situation.

New veterans, such as Alexis and Antonios, have a different opinion. They feel that Turiri must be protected to ensure the safety of the surrounding environment of Amendolara.The city of Turiyi is thick and thick, so Amendolara can help Turiyi defend the city without having to fight.As long as Crotone’s attack is blocked, within a month, Crotone may be able to withdraw his troops. After all, the daily food consumption of tens of thousands of soldiers is not a small amount.

The words of Alexis and Antonios are still subtle, and Epithenes said loudly without scrutiny: "We would rather the neighbors be weak Turiris than the strong Crotone, that would make us Uneasy day and night, unless Amendolara joins Crotone's alliance, but are you willing?"

It would be ashamed and embarrassing for this to be heard by Turki's messenger Burkos.But at this time Burkes was arranged in the side hall of the Senate, waiting for the final decision of the meeting.

Epidnis's words touched the elders present, but after so many discussions, the final decision was still to be made by Daphes.

Daveus looked around the people and said solemnly: "Everyone has analyzed the situation very clearly just now, so I don't need to elaborate any more. What I want to say is that we signed an alliance treaty with Turii. This is Under the watchful eye of the gods, the sacred treaty signed under the oath of God! Before, we laughed at Turri's betrayal. Now when greater danger strikes, can we keep our promises?!"

Daveus paused and saw some people ashamed and contemplative. He raised the volume again and said, "Of course we can! We want to prove to all city-states in Greater Greece that as an ancient city-state with a long history, Amendolara In any difficult situation, we will stick to our promises and maintain the glory and tradition inherited from ancient heroes such as Hercules, Theseus, Agathus, and others!"

When Daveus found Burcos, he announced the decision of the senate: "Amendolara decided to comply with the previous covenant and send reinforcements."

Burcos burst into tears.

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Due to the flooding of rivers north of Crimea, and the presence of swamps and tidal flats, the army of Crotone slowed down. It took a day to arrive at Castron, which was once in Subarris After being destroyed, the city that had been attached to the Crotone Alliance also did not resist, but opened the city gate and ushered Melanus into the city.

In the city of Castellon, he saw the Turiu and the messengers of Tarantum waiting here.

Faced with the request of the envoy of Turi, he didn't even listen patiently and said impatiently: "Crotone's saber has been pulled out of its sheath, and it will never be recovered without blood."

Regarding the messenger of Tarantum, Melantius showed a bit of respect, but he asked: "If a city-state violates the agreement and also kills the messenger of Tarantum, what will happen to you, Tarantum?" Do?! Can the dignity lost to Tarantum be exchanged for just some compensation?!"

The messenger of Tarantum was momentary.

Melancius looked at him disdainfully and said firmly: "So Turui will be punished!"

At night, the general of Tarantum was about to go to bed, and the guard hurried to report: "General, there are two people out there who want to see you, saying that there is important information about Turri to deal with you..."

Important information about Turri?!Melanius was interested: "Bring it in!"

Under the guard's guard, the two sailor-dressed men flinched into Melancius' bedroom.

"Let's say, there is important information like trading with me." Melanchus lay on one side with his head on his back and looked at the two with disdain: "If it is really valuable, I will consider you Request."

The two glanced at each other, and one of them made up his mind and whispered: "Honorable general, I am a freeman of Turri..."

Along with the sailor's words, Melanius's eyes brightened, and he turned and sat up, his face excited...

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Although Daphes promised to send reinforcements, he did not immediately summon the troops to set off. After all, it was Turiri who asked for help. If Amendolara hurried to help immediately, the world would only laugh at him as naive.

He agreed first to stabilize Turrii’s military and people’s hearts, so that the Turrii people can inspire their fighting spirit and fight with Crotone, and he wanted to wait and see: First, to observe the fighting between the two sides Understand the situation of the Crotone army; the second is that the reinforcements will only appear when Turui needs it most, in order to reduce the casualties of Amendolara soldiers, gain gratitude from the Turiri people, and increase the chance of defeating Crotone .Anyway, Amendolara is not far from Turiri, and only a half-day walk away.

Amendolara's response made Niangsis temporarily relieved. At this time, he was very grateful to Amendolara and also had a trace of regret for his original extreme practices.And after the news let the people of Turiyi know, the low morale also began to pick up, and they all praised Amendolara.But the constant news from the South made their hearts tighten again: Crotone’s army arrived in Castron in just two days, and neither Crimea nor Castron did resistance Opening the door to greet him, but also strengthened Crotone's troops, and more importantly, Crotone rejected Turri and Tarantum's summation...

The ensuing bad news terrified Neonsis. He cursed Crotone, Crimea, and Castellon in his heart, while he asked Burks to go to Amendolara to urge them to send reinforcements At the same time, let citizens rectify their armaments, strengthen their defenses, and even begin to consider whether to implement Ancítanos’s proposal at this time of crisis to mobilize free people to participate in the war.

But on the next day, the Crotone army stationed outside Castron did not move on. They even sent someone to pursue the Turi's messenger, saying that the matter of peace was negotiable.

When the news reached Turui, the generals and the people were relieved, and they looked forward to the messengers bringing back the good news of the truce.

In the afternoon, Melancius announced that the negotiations had broken and was expelled on the grounds that the Turiri messenger had refused to accept Crotone’s request and had no sincerity (in fact, Melancius asked for too high a price and refused to give in). The Turi envoy, and then immediately ordered the already prepared army to march to Turi.

When Neonsis got the news, Crotone's army was already under the gate of Turriinan.