Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece

"For the safety of Rome, it is always right to be cautious! Most of the citizens of Rome are transferred to attack the Helnikians. We have only 3,000 young and middle-aged civilian soldiers stationed in the city of Rome, which really seems to be empty!" Ambro Sith took over the conversation, raised his concerns, and proactively put forward: "I suggest that citizens over 50 years old be mobilized immediately, and also civilians and free people in the Aventine neighborhood are also armed (referred to It’s the famous slum area of ​​Rome at this time), guarding the city of Rome together, until Camulus led the army back! When the meeting was over, I immediately went to the city guard chief Cassius to complete this matter together."

Although many veterans expressed doubts that Dionia would attack the city of Rome immediately, for safety reasons, they still agreed to this proposal, and some even suggested that they should immediately send people to contact the surrounding Latin allies and let them send Citizens came to help guard the city of Rome.

But some people expressed their opposition: most of the citizens of the Latin Confederacy followed Camillus to attack the Helnikians. Where there are extra soldiers to help us, I am afraid that they will know that the Dionysians invaded Latham Instead, they will ask us for help.

This proposal eventually disappeared.

At this time, Abinius sighed: "According to the previous battle report, Camillus led the army to attack the city of Philentirum for some time. It was at the most important moment that if he were to be withdrawn now, , I am afraid that all the previous efforts have been in vain."

Many people sighed after hearing that the Helnikians were about to be wiped out, and that piece of land would belong to Rome, but they would give up when they were about to succeed, making them willing.

Camulus’s enemy, Aprieus, took the opportunity to stand up and complained: "The veterans and the newcomers, Camillus, as a Roman dictator, led an unprecedented army of 70,000, consuming a huge amount of daily Food, but has not yet captured the city of Ferentyrum, completely wiped out the forces of the Helnikians, and put Rome in such a dangerous situation, he must be responsible for this! We should not let him withdraw his troops first, Instead, he urged him to capture the city of Ferentyrum within two days, and then return to Rome quickly, so as not to waste our supplies and supplies for the army. If Camulus can’t do it, wait for the blow After we retired the Dionysian, we should consider whether to punish him."

Apureus' words made some elders feel heart-wrenching.

This made Portitus very angry, because if Applieus’s proposal was approved, it meant that his suggestion of "let Camulus return as soon as possible" would be shelved by the Senate, so he was angry and loud. Accused Aprius: "You are putting the city of Rome in a dangerous situation!"

Despite the high prestige of Portitus de, Applius finally caught an opportunity to sue Camillus, and he was able to open up, he retorted loudly: "According to the practice of Ambustus, we will be able to do it tomorrow Organized nearly 10,000 garrison troops, with such sufficient garrison strength, I have never heard of a force that can attack a city in a day, not to mention Rome, which can accommodate more than 100,000 people. City, we must be confident that we can stand firm until Camillus returns with his army!

What’s more, this is just your guess. The Dionysians are more likely not to attack Rome immediately. After all, this is a big risk, and we have to discard it for this small possibility. I don’t think it’s a clever way to destroy the Helnikians and get a new colony, and it’s not good for us in Rome.

It is precisely because the Dionysian army has invaded the Latium that other Roman- hatred races will inevitably jump out and fight us again. We can only be able to eliminate the Helnikians first and seriously weaken the power of the Walseys. Concentrate on dealing with our enemy, Dionysia!"

Applius' words were reasonable, and Portitus was speechless for a while.

At this time, Marugine Ensis, who was also sitting in an ivory chair in the front of the meeting, said: "Apleus is right, urging Camulus to eliminate the Helnikians as soon as possible, which is conducive to our The Dionysians fight!"

A lot of veterans had already been very impressed with Aprieus's suggestion, and the support of Marugine Nesishi let them make up their minds.This is because Marughis Ensis is also a very senior veteran of the veteran's home. He is of similar age to Portitus and has served as the consul several times (less than Portitus). It was only because when the Celtics broke the city of Rome, he did not stay behind and stayed on Capitoline Hill, but retreated early. This became a stain on his political career, so after rebuilding Rome, the veteran He appears to be relatively low-key, but this does not mean that his influence is small. After all, his full name is Pulius Cornelius. Marugine Ensis, he is a Roman giant. The most important representative of the Cominellius clan in the Senate.

Despite opposition from veterans such as Portitus and Ambrosius, the senate finally approved the proposal of Aprius: urged Camillus to take down the city of Filantirum within three days, and then quickly Lead the army back to rescue Rome.

Portitus looked at the self-satisfied Aprieus, and hated it in his heart. He knew that Aplieus seemed to think of Rome, but actually revenge.Because no matter whether Camillus seizes the city of Philentirum within the stipulated time, he will not have good fruit, because even if he completes the task, and Rome is attacked, the people will resent him as a dictator, unable to Protect Rome, and he is likely to be accused at the Civic Assembly after the war.If he disregarded the orders of the senate and returned to the rescue in time, he would offend the veterans who longed for the expansion of Rome and won more benefits.

Damn Apulius!Portitus said aloud: "Now that we have made a decision, we should immediately send a messenger to inform Camulus, and also let him know the news of the invasion of the Dionysian army, so that he can step up the battle Prepare to take down the city of Philentium as soon as possible."

Although Portitus said so, he did not think so. Based on his knowledge of Camulus, he was worried that Camilus, who was attacked in Rome, would probably refuse to attack the city of Filanti, and immediately Lead the army back.After all, Camillus is a dictator. During his tenure, his power is paramount, and he can deny the resolution of the Senate and do everything in accordance with his own ideas.In fact, Camillus could have selected a veteran as his agent in the veteran’s home during the expedition, and had the right to decide all affairs in the city. Unfortunately, the modest and prudent Camillus gave up this. One right leads to today's dilemma.

But Apleuus apparently also noticed Portitus’ intentions, and he responded directly: "We don’t forget that Camillus is a dictator. During his tenure, the proposal we passed could only be against him. If he doesn’t want to obey, we can’t take him...so I suggest that the Senate should appoint a special messenger to rush to the military camp of Filantirum, and first tell Camulus that the proposal we passed, wait until At the end of the siege, tell him about the invasion of the Dionysians. To this end, we should block all Roman gates and prohibit anyone from going out..."

"You're crazy! You are defying Rome's laws! You are provoking Rome's dictator! Cough... cough..." Portitus coughed angrily, and his body with a cane was a little unstable. .

The veteran next to him hurriedly supported him.

Maruguine Ensis seemed perplexed to persuade: "Old friend Portitus, don't be too excited. Apleus also did this so that Camillus could concentrate on the task and not divide. Heart. He is also thinking about the overall situation of Rome, at the risk of being punished by Camillus."

"Yes yeah! I think Aprius's proposal makes sense!..." With the endorsement of Maruginenes, many veterans have expressed their support for Aprius in succession. The reason for being so bold is self-evident: Although Camillus treats the enemy wisely and courageously, he is gentle and kind to the Roman people and even the elders of the Senate. During his three dictatorships, he spent most of his time in war , And the right to stabilize the country is transferred to the Senate, and it has not been overpowered, and has not punished any veteran, even Aprieus, a big criminal who slandered his reputation and harmed him from Rome. It is also safe and sound, and has been staying in the elders' home, so they will let these elders have no fear.

Seeing that even a veteran veteran like Lucritius also expressed support for the new proposal by Aprieus, Portitus calmed down and sat back in his seat, closing his eyes. bother.

Sure enough, the elders finally elected the messenger to be Milusius, the chief of the city guards. You must know that his full name is Milius. Cornelius. Sibia, and the elder elder Marugine. Sith belongs to the same clan, so we know who he will listen to.

Portitus learned this result and only sneered.

After the election ended, the venue fell into a short silence. Ambustus took the opportunity to request war mobilization in the city of Rome and obtained consent, while Aprieus also left the venue to notify the City Guard Chief Milo Hughes executed the resolution of the Senate.

The other elders continued to sit in the venue, and even started to contact the slaves to bring them dinner, apparently preparing to continue the discussion until night, after all, did the Dionysians land?Are they fighting with the army led by Paulus?Do you really want to capture Ostia?......All of these need to be determined, so they are waiting to continue to receive news from the West Coast.