Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece

Due to the strength of the country and the prosperity of trade, Dionysian currency (Hades silver) is not only popular in the country, in the confederate states, but also in the entire Western Mediterranean. Because of its beautiful images and high purity of silver, its own It has also become a popular commodity. People in other city-states like to use other coins to exchange Hades silver coins. As a treasure, they will not be used until a last resort.

As a result, the silver coins in circulation cannot be fully recovered, and new silver coins recast with other city-state silver coins are at a loss.Year after year, the total amount of silver coins circulating in the country is decreasing, and Hades silver coins have become more valuable, and this vicious circle has been exacerbated. Therefore, in order to maintain the credit of Hades silver coins, without reducing their purity. Under the circumstances, to promote the prosperity of trade, you must have your own source of silver mines, which is why the Ministry of Commerce has been supporting the secret transactions between Enona and Poseidonia and the people of Sardinia.

There is now a new channel for obtaining silver mines in front of Ionis. If he can seize it, what does it mean?wealth!right!Even-Ionis imagined that King Dionia had personally received and praised him.

So he moved, but he still kept a little cautious: "Dionia and Carthage have an agreement, we can't trade here--"

"Gadis will definitely not work. The Carthaginians here are too strict! But in Huelva, my master has considerable power there, and can quietly avoid the investigation, and there is no beach near Virva. Trading……"

This man was obviously prepared, and his plan was thoughtful, but after all, it was the first time to deal with it, and it was not worth trusting... Ionis hesitated again and again, and finally could not bear the temptation to decide to take risks.

After the merchant ship of Ionis was temporarily repaired, under the warning of Cadiz officials, he led the crew to smoothly drive the merchant ship away from Cadiz, sailing east first, and after the patrol ship of Carthage returned, he let the merchant ship again Turning around, he drove a large circle against the coast of the African continent, bypassing Rissus and Cadiz, and reaching the west of Huelva.

Huelva is located near the mouth of the Odile River. Before the rise of Cadiz, it was a Phoenician metal processing center throughout the Western Mediterranean. A large number of ores from inland mines flowed down the Odile River and were transported to Wei. In Elva, there are hundreds of smelting furnaces in the town, and even the ore of Sardinia is transported here to smelt. Even if Cadiz shared some of the ore smelting tasks, the metal smelting output of Virva is still amazing.

Ionis saw countless smoke pillars on the coast rushing to the sky from afar, and the excitement in his heart can be imagined.

Under the guidance of the Huelva who was lurking among the crew, the merchant ship drove to a remote barren beach.

But when the Huelva went to inform his master, Ionis was nervous and a little uneasy. He thought to himself: in case he was deceived, he immediately drove off the boat, just to delay some time, anyway. This time the overseas trade has already lost money.

Who knows, things are going very smoothly.After waiting for a long time, the mine owner appeared, he brought a lot of slaves, and a pack of silver bricks.

After discussion, the two quickly reached an agreement: Ionis exchanged nearly 500 pounds of silver bricks for a boat of Turiyi wine that was originally going to be sold in Sagunto.

Ionis obviously made a profit, but obviously the mine owner also gave Ionis sweetness for continued trading in the future.

Ionis suppressed the ecstasy in his heart, and agreed with the mine owner on the time, place and goods for the next trade, and then he sat on the merchant ship with satisfaction, and in the cheers of the crew, he was ready to sail away from the desert.

At this time, several patrol ships of Carthage suddenly appeared, completely enclosing them, and once again captured Ionis and his crew.

When the frustrated Ionis was put on the patrol boat, he saw the man who persuaded him to come to Recreativo. He had previously flattered on flattery, but now he sneered at him.

Ioniston fell to the bottom of his heart: this is a conspiracy...

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Sexi, a Phoenician colony in southern Iberia, east of the pillar of Hercules, near Malaka, it was appointed Iberian by Carthage The governor is stationed, and the governor is Marco, the patriarch of the Margonides.A few years ago, he had moved most of the family members (including his daughter Dido) and supplies to this place. Sisi has actually become the private territory of the Margonide family, and the area near the city is rich in mackerel. , Is also one of the main production areas of Phoenician fish sauce.

In the den of the Governor’s mansion, the main members of the Margonide family are having an important meeting.

Sitting in the center is the head of the Margonide family, the Iberian governor of Carthage, the old man who is almost 55 years old, his hair is completely white, and his face is full of ravines, which was the attack on Thira. Kuza's fiasco, his brother's suicide, the next defeat after Dionysius's attack, the Margonides' family lost their dominance in the senate... and so on. .It was not until he came to Iberia that he was in power and no one was constricting him, and he restored his former ambitions and authority.

On his right hand, is the elder son Hasdruba of his brother Himilko. This young general who only knew about rushing has become a bit calm and restrained after more than ten years of tempering. Gu Panshenghao with fierce eyes.

On the left hand side is Hilka, the second son of Shimilko. Before coming to the Iberian peninsula, he was still a thin and childish boy. Now he is about to stand up. He is slender and fit, but his face is pale. A little tired between his eyes, he has become the most indispensable arm of Marco. Nowadays, he is mainly responsible for the internal affairs of the Iberian territory. The Margonide family’s rule here can be stable, and he has contributed greatly. .

Sitting in Marco’s hands, Kisgo is a member of the Margonid family’s distant branch. He stood out in the process of expanding his territory and fighting against the indigenous people. He got the respect of Marco. He was cautious in thinking and used his troops firmly. After several raids on the rear of the territory, he was spotted by him and eventually repulsed, ensuring the safety of the Iberian territory.

"Uncle, Huelva has heard from us that what we planned has been successful. The greedy Dionysian businessman and his silver-brick merchant ship have all been captured. Will they be sent to Canada next? Taiji?" The wooden chair that Haka sat on was specially made, and the back of the chair was tilted backwards, so he could talk half-lying. As soon as he spoke, the tiredness on his face faded and his eyes shone.

A little smile finally appeared on Marco's serious face. His long-awaited excitement flashed in his eyes. Shen Sheng said: "Just follow your plan and notify Pretacouba to let him publicize the matter. Go out and let everyone in Carthage know that the Dionysians are not only coveting our silver mine, but have already begun to take action!"

"Will that old guy really give in to support Rome against Dionia?" Hasdrubal didn't have too much faith in the Carthage House, and asked uncertainly.

"Brother, now the city of Carthage is full of dissatisfaction with Dionia. Both the people and most of the elders hope to teach Dionysia a lesson, but Hanno has been slow to make a decision--" Haka sneered: "It was just a pitiful self-esteem that he claimed to be the highest power of Carthage, and this matter would be to pour another spoonful of oil into the burning stove, if he dare to delay, Then his Sofitel should be over!"

"I hope this old guy will continue to block the passage of the resolution in the senate, and let him taste the pain of being stepped down by the people!" Hasdrubal said happily.

"Don't underestimate Hannuo, he will not easily give up the dominance of the Carthage House! We still need to remain vigilant and always pay attention to the development of Carthage!" Marco reminded him that Hano He is very experienced, otherwise he would not helplessly choose to withdraw from Carthage and leave Iberia.

"Once Dionia and Carthage are at war, uncle, when are we going to send troops?" Hasdrubah looked at Marco, his face eager to try.

"I think it's best when Carthage's army is defeated and the people think of and call on us the Margonides and the Senate to plead with us to send troops!" Haka suggested.

Haka’s words lifted the spirit of the other three.This time, the Margonide family has prepared for so long, its purpose is to restore the glory of the family and regain the dominance of the senate.

"In case, the Dionysians flinched because of Rome's support from our Carthage?" Kisgo asked cautiously.

While Marco and Hasdruba were stunned, Hakkar said affirmatively: "Dionia will not shrink back! Because the king of Dionysia has always declared that he is the most committed person, and from Diony Since the establishment of Asia, it has basically done so, so the people of Dionysia and its allies have always trusted him. If he chooses to retreat this time, let Rome annex his ally Walsey, which will not only make The coldness of Dionysian’s allies will also cause the Dionysian people to lose their trust in him. King Dionysian is a wise man and will never make such a mistake!”

After hearing this, Marco nodded his head repeatedly, and lamented: "Despite being young, King Dionia had to fight with powerful enemies several times in order to fulfill the covenant over the years. In the end, they all won and had to be admired! "