Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece Chapter 208: Marching westward

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Gerney used the Naconia incident to claim to prevent the invasion of Samona’s coalition forces, convene tribesmen in the territory, and enforce military martial law, but on the agreed day, only 1,000 soldiers were garrisoned. Territory, he took 3,000 soldiers and quietly entered the Dionian Territory south, but did not enter the city of Copsa, because there is likely to be the spies of the Sammonite coalition in the north of Copsa City, so Abenilu Mu’s army hid in Potentia’s territory south of Kopsa City, reunited with his troops, and sent some men back to the Samona Mountains to investigate the enemy’s situation.

Kopsa is located at the uppermost reaches of the Ofanto River and to the south of Lake Consa. The topography of the Upper Ofanto River is a bit special. Except for the relatively flat terrain around Lake Consa and Kopsa, the north bank is to the east. The mountains are towering and difficult to climb, and the south bank is relatively flat. This is why the Samonei coalition forces had to converge in the Kopsa area during the Yugoslavia War and thus invaded Potentia.

When Alexis led his army into the mountains and camped in the river bay, he sent a messenger and walked west along the southern bank of the Ofanto River, and finally entered the Potentia Territory, and notified the coordinator and command Zantiparis of the Allied Forces of Potentia and Abenirum.

Zantiparis, Pollet, and Gherny, who have been carefully observing the enemy’s movements, were rewarded by spies in the early morning of the next day: six or seven thousand Samoneite fighters appeared in the mountains to the north. March to the southeast.

They immediately led these 15,000 soldiers, heading north into the upper reaches of the Ofanto River, and advancing eastward along the south bank.

Kopsa is more than 30 miles away from the Bay Area. More than four hours later, the army arrived to the west of the Bay Area. The terrain on the north bank here is relatively flat, and Zanteparis is preparing to order the army to cross Ofan. When the Tohe entered the north bank area, Gellney made a suggestion.

Because he was familiar with the terrain of Aquilonia, he thought that the Dionian army would lure the Sammonite coalition forces into the valley, but their troops rushed to Aquilonia from the south, and the movement was too quiet. Big, it will cause the Samona’s coalition forces to escape from the easier-to-climb valley northwest, so he suggested: Let Abeni Rum’s army go northward and quietly make a big circle to reach Aquilonia. To the northwest, they launched an offensive and encircled the Allied forces of Samona with Potentia's army.

Pollett objected to this, but he didn't explain the reason, but quietly winked at Zantiparis. In fact, he was worried about the Abeni Rum people acting alone, fearing that they would go to inform them.

However, through careful consideration, Zanteparis agreed to Gellney’s suggestion. After all, it would be easy for such a large army to defeat the Sammonite coalition, but the Ministry of Military Affairs hopes that if Summer The Nai people really have an army in the mountains. It is better to make full use of this huge Potentia-Abeni Rum coalition without them knowing it, and keep the Samonaites in the mountains. The viable force of the country is conducive to the next step of the offensive of the Dionian army. Although Zanteparis didn't know much about Gailny, Gailny's advice best met the requirements of the military department, so he decided to take a risk.

Half an hour after the Abeni Rum army left, the Potentia army began to cross the river...

For these reasons, this army arrived nearly an hour late.

After listening to the explanations of the three, Alexis looked slightly stunned. After all, the final result really proved that the action they took was correct, so he deliberately looked at the sky, and then said directly: "Soon It’s going to be dusk, we should immediately lead the army back to the barracks in the south, so that the soldiers who have been fighting for a day can rest well."

The three of them all agreed with his opinion. After all, the main force of the Samonais in the mountains has been completely destroyed, but the harassment of small groups of enemies and even sneak attacks by wild beasts may still exist. Several troops camp together. It will be safer. It's just that such a large army rushes to the river bay, and it is impossible to squeeze into the existing military camp. A new camp must be simply built next to it, so hurry up.

At this time, Zanteparis looked at the mountains to the east and asked, "What are the plans for tomorrow? Do you want to capture Aquilonia first? It seems that this city is not easy to attack."

Alexis's mouth curled slightly. Although his voice was not loud, his tone was still full of confidence: "In my opinion, with today’s victory, even if you don’t occupy Aquilonia, you will not be able to control the whole battle. What a big impact. My opinion is that tomorrow all troops will go directly to Beneventum!"

After today’s observation of Aquilonia, it has not moved, especially when the Allied forces of Samona came and surrounded the Dionian army, Aquilonia’s army did not come down the mountain either. Taking the opportunity to attack Dionia on both sides, Alexis judged that there were not many defenders in Aquilonia.

"I approve of General Alexis' plan!" Polet, who knows the Samonis aloud, expressed support: "We must use this victory to expand our advantage and not give Samona People have a chance to breathe, as long as they capture Beneventum, the Shillpini will be over! And we can also directly threaten the center town of the Kautini people-Kautim through Beneventum! "

Zantiparis, of course, also agreed, and only Gailny fell into thinking.

"Does Chief Gherney regret that he shouldn't leave the Samona tribe alliance?!" Pollet said sarcastically when he saw this.

Gerney came back to his senses and hurriedly explained: "I was wondering if I could persuade Aquilonia to surrender, because the tribal people of Aquilonia among the previously captured Silpine warriors did not Shao (because it is close to Dawney and Puchetti, it naturally contributed the most in the previous attack on Dawney), and now they have witnessed the defeat of the Samoneite coalition again with their own eyes... I know the leader of Aquilonia, He is an old guy who doesn’t care about friendship, but only values ​​strength——"

Speaking of this, Gherny gritted his teeth: Before the South-Italian War, the leader of Aquilonia was his father’s most loyal supporter. After the South-Italian War, he immediately fell to Lescuk and Full support on the issue of Abeni Rum.

"Under such circumstances, the Aquilonians are likely to choose to surrender." Gherny finally said.

Being able to persuade Aquilonia to surrender can save a lot of things. Of course, Alexis will not object. He immediately promised: "If Aquilonia is willing to surrender, Dionia can allow it Become the free city of the kingdom."

It’s not that Alexis is advocating, but when the Military Affairs Department simply notified the five rotating chairpersons of the offensive plan, everyone seriously considered "Under the force of force, in case there is a town in Samona The problem of “requiring submission”, given that most of the towns in the Samona Mountains have poor environmental conditions and limited output, they will be directly incorporated into the kingdom, which will consume administrative resources. It is better to let them take care of themselves. For example, this Aquilonia is located. On such a high mountain, the transportation is very inconvenient, and they can only rely on grazing for their livelihoods. Most Dionian veterans and officials will probably refuse to come here to serve as chief executive and public office.

"I will send someone up the mountain to persuade us to descend. When we reach the river bay, there will be results." After Gherney finished speaking, he was ready to make arrangements.

"Wait a minute!" Pollet stopped him and said, "I suggest you bring him with you, so as to persuade the Aquilonians!"

He waved his hand and brought a corpse over.

Gerney glanced intently, and couldn't help taking a breath. He knew this deceased. Kautim’s chief of the tribe, Usibick, had a high reputation among the Kautini tribe and was once a Kautini. A strong candidate for the chief of Udine, but he voluntarily gave up the competition with Segowani.

"The captives said he was the commander-in-chief of this Sammonite coalition army. When they broke through, he rushed to the forefront and was stabbed to death by my warriors! The envoy I want to send out will take him, It will make the Aquilonians more aware of their current situation!" Polett said loudly, not only preaching his achievements, but also secretly warning Gailny.

Just when Gellney was silent, Alexis said, "I think this is a good idea."

Gerney immediately erased the trace of sadness in his heart, and simply said: "I will let my men carry him up the mountain immediately!"

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In the evening, the Dionian coalition soldiers were still resting at the camp in the river bay. The envoy sent by Gherny brought back a dozen hostages offered by Aquilonia, including a son of his leader— —Aquilonia has dropped.

Alexis was overjoyed, and he immediately said to comfort the people of Aquilonia, and promised: After they go to Turíy, Dionia will release Aquilon who was previously captured soon. Nia fighters.

Although Aquilonia's surrender made the entire southern territory of Shirpini a safe area, Alexis did not relax his vigilance and still ordered the camp's sentries to strengthen patrols.

The night was fine.

The next day, the 20,000 Dionian forces directly pulled out of the camp and marched westward, along the southern bank of the Ofanto River, and first arrived at Kopsa.

Here, Alexis sent out 2,000 soldiers, and while escorting the captives, he escorted the hostages of Aquilonia back to Turriy. He also discussed the supply and transportation of rations with Kesima, the chief executive of Kopsa. The problem.

Zantiparis also left the coalition at this moment, and continued to rush west to Enona, to re-lead the half of the reserve army stationed there, ready to show off in the next battle.

In the afternoon, the Dionian coalition left Kopsa, bypassed Lake Khangsa, marched northwest, and entered the territory of Abenirum at dusk.

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At this time, outside of Naples, in the camp of the Allied Forces of Samona, the chief leaders of the four tribes were sitting in a large tent, all with solemn expressions, because they had just received To the fiasco" news.