Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece

Subsequently, Marco’s heart hung up again: the cavalry was his greatest confidence in defeating the main army of Dionysia in the battle, and now the majority of the Namibian cavalry in the entire cavalry army actually rebelled, this is unavoidable Make him feel anxious!

"Have the Mauritanian cavalry and the Lusitania cavalry also participated in the rebellion?" Marco first thought of this question.

"Their camps have remained quiet and neither participated in the rebellion, nor assisted us in the chaos."

"These damn barbarians!" Marco snorted. In fact, he knew very clearly that temporarily hired troops like Mauritania and Lusitania cavalry could not be very loyal to Carthage, but they were so spectator His attitude made him feel the urgency of the situation. He immediately said: "Go tell Stikamo immediately and let him lead the army to quell the rebellion of the Numibian cavalry, and try not to let them escape from the camp! In addition, he We must also separate a unit and guard our heavy camp! And... rest assured that the reinforcements led by Kisgó will soon return to the camp!"

Marco anxiously watched the scout ride away.After a while, he saw the army led by Kisggo coming out of the city gate hole. Just after he eased his breath, he saw a cavalry rushing down the city: "Report to Lord Marco, the Dionysian army was found in the east. , Approaching the camp!"

To the east of the camp?!The Dionyan army entrenched in Minoa has finally come out?!…This has always been Marco’s expectation, but now it makes him nervous. Obviously the Dionysians wanted to take advantage of the chaos of the Carthage camp to launch an attack.

"How many are they coming?" Marco asked urgently.

"We did not get the return of the reconnaissance ride in advance. This was discovered by the sentry at the base of the camp. We cannot make an accurate judgment, but it seems that there are a large number of people."

The scouts of the Carthage army who went out for investigation were basically served by the Numibian cavalry. Now that they have rebelled, I am afraid that they have colluded with the Dionysians for a long time. When the camp sentinel found the traces of the Dionysian army , Indicating that the enemy is very close to the camp, so the situation is a bit critical... Marco thought of this and eagerly said: "You immediately find Kisgow and let him lead reinforcements to defend the Dionysian attack on the camp. "

Then he said to the adjutant: "Send someone else to inform Hasdrubal and let him quickly lead the army back to the camp!"

After giving the order, Marco still had some leisure in the city. He and Pormirka led a cadre down the town in a hurry and rushed to the camp. As the army coach, he had to sit in the camp, stabilize the military, and frustrate The conspiracy of the enemy.

When he was about to enter the camp, Marco suddenly strangled the horse, looked at the high earth wall in front of him, and looked at the entourage surrounding him, all with anxious expressions, including Pomilka, who smiled. , Confidently said: "Don’t panic, the Dionysian conspiracy will not succeed! A few days ago we have cleaned up the Numisbians, and there are also experienced Iberian team officers, so There can be no chaos in the Numibian camp.

As for the Numbian cavalry, they cannot play a role in the narrow camp, and Stichamo will easily defeat them!I’m very happy to see the Dionyan army that has been hiding like a mouse on the Minoa Mountain here. In this way, we can not only block their attack with the built wall, but also wait for the troops to gather together. You can take the opportunity to fight back, defeat them, and reverse the situation on the entire battlefield!Ladies and gentlemen, this is a great opportunity, and you will have the opportunity to be a hero to save Carthage!"

Marco's words were like a beam of sunlight driving away the haze around the hearts of his followers, all his eyes began to shine, and he was eagerly looking forward to the next battle...

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On the east side of the city of Serinus, Dionysian troops lined up in a long line, marching slowly along the coastal road.In the center of the team, under the two golden flags of the Kingdom, it was King Dave of Dionysia. He rode on the horse and chatted with Henripolis next to him as if he were on an outing, and Not to participate in a battle.

Tolmed behind him couldn't help but remind: "Your Majesty, you are about to enter the territory of Serinus, shall we not close to Carthage's camp first? In case the Carthage army attacked us , We can also easily retreat."

"Don't the Mountain Reconnaissance Brigade have figured out the enemy's situation! Today, Marco has sent the main force to attack the inner city of Serinus, and the left-behind troops of the Carthage camp are not much, let alone—" Daveus pointed upwards in front of him. A bunch of black smoke rose upright, and said: "The Numisbians have started to act according to the agreement. Of course, we must also perform according to the agreement in order to attract the attention of the Carthaginians and make Marco wrong. Judge."

"Yes, your majesty has always kept his promise!" Henripolis interjected.

Tolmed glanced at Hippopolis and thought: You said it was easy, but although the army led by His Majesty seems to have a large number of people, in fact there are only 6,000 Roman reserve teams (they are temporarily wearing The black helmets and black armor of wounded and dead soldiers of the Dionysian Legions), a small number of Potentias, Samone’s reinforcements, and the first, second, fourth, and three cavalry regiments, totaling no more Thousands of people, the "soldiers" behind the ranks are the battalions of various legions, and the sailors transporting ships pretend to have no combat power. Once the Carthage army really came back to fight back, he could not help but feel the comfort of His Majesty. Worry.

At this time, Daphes turned around and smiled and said: "Don't worry too much, we can see the black smoke in Camp Carthage, Alexis, Amintas, Matonis, Prosso They must have seen us, I am afraid that they have started to act according to the plan now. Can the Carthaginians also divide their forces to attack us? I doubt it."

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There is a thick wall between the city of Serinus and the largest port, which was built by Dionysian soldiers and fleet sailors using this time to increase and thicken it on the basis of the original inner wall. After Marco’s Iberian army broke through the inner walls of Serinus, it became the last line of defense for the Dionysian garrison to protect the port.

Hasdrubal regrets that if he does not have this wall as an obstacle, his army will surely take advantage of the chase, defeating Dionysia's remnants and completely defeating, completely occupying the entire city and port of Serinus.

But if he can pass through this wall and enter the port area at the rear, he will be surprised to find that the defeat of his Dionysian soldiers he is thinking will be completely an illusion. At this time, the entire port area is completely covered by Dio The Leah Legion soldiers are occupied, and there are black surges everywhere, and the blue water of the port is clearly distinguished.This is not only the First Army and the Second Army that have endured bitter battles and suffered many losses, but also the Third Army and the Reserve Army of Lucania, who have been staying in the mountains of eastern Sicily. The Fourth Army, the Sixth Army, and the Tenth Army, they were all quietly transported to the port of Serinus through the Sicilian Fleet and the Katanei Transport Fleet in the dark of the previous two days.

At this moment, a huge army of more than 50,000 people gathered, of course, not just to guard the port of Serinus. The heavily armed soldiers were eagerly waiting for the command of the regiment.

At the moment, many high-ranking generals of the Kingdom known to the people of Dionysia are standing on the wall. Alexis, Amintas, Epitanes, Matonis, Lizaru, Olivers, The battlefield commanders and regiment commanders of Trotilas and Melissanda, who have been through the battlefields for a long time, stared at the front, but turned a blind eye to the Carthage soldiers swarming under the city, and the deafening fighting sound was completely impossible Affect their concentration.

Suddenly, Melisanda shouted excitedly: "Fire! Carthage Camp is on fire!"

Amintas immediately followed the direction of his finger and looked up with wide eyes, but seemed to find nothing, just sinking his face, ready to reprimand Melisanda for lying about the military, the words had not been exported, and the curls rose in the northwest direction Black smoke, one, two, three...

"It's still a young man's eyesight!" Alexis smiled softly.

"Boy, I think you are more suitable to be a watchman for warships." Amintas gave Melisanda a slightly awkward punch.

The excitement permeated the face of each regiment leader, Olivers said aloud: "Everyone, Hatis blessed, the Numbian cavalry has acted according to plan, should we also start acting?"

"I see--" Amintas hadn't finished speaking, Alexis said quickly: "Wait a minute, wait for the Carthage soldiers under the city to retreat, so that our soldiers can attack. "

Amintas coughed, although there was no single commander in the offensive plan implemented on this side of the port, but Alexis said it was justified. The generals expressed their agreement and decided to temporarily suppress the excitement. , Waiting for changes in the battle situation.

In fact, they didn't let them wait long, and the Carthage army under the city began to retreat.

"It's time to attack!" Amintas' words received a warm response from everyone.

In order to carry out this offensive plan, the defenders of Serinus specially opened two more entrances and exits on the city wall these days: his left is responsible for Matonis and commands the Second Army and the Sixth Army; The central route is Alexis, the third legion, the fourth legion, and the tenth legion; the right is led by Amintas, commanding the first legion, the Lucalia reserve legion.Midway has the most troops and the most complete army formation, because it will serve as the main force of the offensive, and at the same time it will also be at all times to support the friendly forces on both sides.