Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece Chapter 281: Envoys gather in Rome

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Hanno slowed down and said, "Of course, regarding the issue of the Sicilian army that also needs naval support, you don’t have to worry too much about Pretakuba. I remember the resolution passed by the Senate a few months ago. The number of warships required to be built is 600, and 195 warships are part of it. After that, the built warships can be formed into a fleet and sent to the Sicilian waters to provide help for our army."

Pretakuba was still cautious and did not respond to the little kindness that Hanno had released at this time.

However, the neutral elders such as Aisi Yaruba nodded secretly, believing that Hanno was still able to take care of the overall situation in the face of the war concerning the survival of Carthage.

"But don’t forget, everyone. We are building warships. The Dionians are also building warships. Their level of shipbuilding is not much worse than ours, and in terms of naval warfare, we haven’t gotten it yet. Any advantage, I’m not wrong, Annobas."

Annobath nodded awkwardly.

"So—" Hanno added a tone and said loudly: "Let’s not pin our hopes on the navy. Our hope of victory lies in the army, led by Margot and costing a large amount of gold and silver in Carthage’s treasury. I’d like to remind you that due to the blockade of the Latham coast by the Dionian fleet, we don’t know how the battle is going there, but we pass through the same Etruscans in the north. Some businessmen engaged in sea trade still got some news.

After the fall of Rome, the Roman army lost consecutive battles, and has retreated to several small cities on the west side of Latina. They are being besieged by the Dionian army. I am afraid that it will not last long... Once Rome is completely destroyed, Dio King Nia may lead a large army to land in Sicily, and then..."

Hanno paused for a moment, bringing the restless look on everyone’s faces into his eyes, and then solemnly said: "So Master Margot must capture Katana and Naxos as soon as possible. There is not much time left for him. Yes! Although he once wrote to tell us that the reason why he removed most of the Carthage generals was because they lacked the ability to command combat. We don’t understand the situation ahead and we respect his decision, but I think these The Carthage generals who were removed are all good citizens of Carthage as we know them. Are the ignorant and backward Numibians better than them?! If this is the case, why do we rule Numis? Mibia, not Numibia, rule our Carthage?!"

"That's too right, Lord Hanno!!" Many elders felt relieved and shouted their support.

Hanno continued calmly: "I propose to select a group of outstanding Carthage citizens and let them go to Margo's tent to take orders, and Margo will arrange their duties according to their abilities. This way. For one thing, we don’t have to worry about Margo accusing us of interfering in his command and causing frustration in the battle. At the same time, it also gives the young people of Carthage a chance to wash away their shame."

"Agree with Lord Hanno's proposal!"

"Master Hanno is so thoughtful. As long as the young people are given a chance, they are much better than the lowly Numibians!"

"Only Master Hanno, you dare to accuse Master Margot of the prejudice against the citizens of Carthage. We absolutely support your proposal!"

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The veterans actively expressed their approval one by one.

Pretakuba's heart is both bitter and atmosphere: Damn Hanno, not only created a big problem for Margot, but also provoked the dissatisfaction of the elders towards Margot!

Just then, he saw Hanno smile at him.

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At the same time that the Carthage Senate was arguing about the reinforcement of Sardinia for the new fleet, Daves had returned to Rome.

Because the news of Rome's complete conquest has been detected by surrounding ethnic forces who have been paying close attention to the war, they have successively sent envoys to Rome, hoping to meet with King Dionia.

Although the entire Dionian army has been in the Sartnicum territory for 20 days, Daves completely lifted their confinement when they left, but transferred the 5th Army and the Roman Brigade of nearly 6,000 men. Follow him back to Rome.

On that night, Daves held a banquet in Rome City Hall to entertain the messengers of all parties.

"The war in Latham has just ended. Rome is a waste of time. The people's life is still relatively difficult. They cannot prepare a richer dinner to entertain the distinguished guests. I apologize to you with this glass of wine!" Dai Firth raised his wine glass from the main seat of the banquet and said apologetically.

"My lord, this is not right!" Wolsey’s messenger and the consul of Polyvenrum, Cater Montalus said loudly: "The destruction of Rome is for us Wolsey. The best hospitality! When the Romans aggressively attacked the territory of Volsey, you, the king, risked a war with the Roman ally, Carthage, and did not hesitate to send reinforcements to help us Volsey repel the Romans. , To avoid the Romans from ravaging our territory for a long time... The Wolsey City-State Alliance sent me as a messenger to come to Rome to meet the king, just to tell the king that all the people of Wolsey will be Dionians. Regarded as our eternal friend, so this first glass of wine should be my sincere gratitude to you on behalf of all Wolsey people!"

Speaking, he stood up, picked up a full glass of wine, and was about to raise his head to drink.

Who knows that another guest next to him hurriedly stood up and said loudly: "Wait! This first glass of wine should be respected by our Helniki people! If there is no king, you will lead the army personally, Taking a huge risk, expedition to Rome, and completely defeated the Romans, I am afraid that our Helnikians...have been destroyed! The king, you and Dionia are the greatest saviors of all of us Helniki, we are here. Erniki will always be Dionia's loyal ally!"

Seeing this, Dafus was moved on his face, and he said emotionally: "Dear guests, we Dionia was able to defeat Rome thanks to the full help of Wolsey and the Helniki! I just I made a small mistake. This first glass of wine should be drunk with you two. Thank you for our joint efforts to defeat the Romans! I also wish that the alliance and friendship between Dionia, Wolsey and Herniki will last forever. !"

Daves finished speaking and brought the wine glass to his mouth.

"My lord, you are right, this glass of wine should indeed be made by Dionia, Volsi, and Helniki!" Catel Montaros said meaningfully, then raised his head and drank. Under the wine in hand.

"In Latinam, Helniki will fully support Dionia!" Nemeli, the envoy of Helniki, made a loud guarantee, and also drank the wine in his hand.

The messengers of other forces changed their faces slightly or thoughtfully when seeing this scene, but they all understood the fact that not only was Dionia a powerful military and defeated Rome, but it also won the Wall of Central Italy. With the full support of the two major forces of West and Herniki, coupled with the Latin city-states that surrendered to it, Dionia's strength in central Italy was even stronger than in Rome's heyday.

So, when Davers filled the wine again and saluted all the envoys present, they all stood up and congratulated Daves respectfully.

"His Majesty King Davers!" A messenger wiped off the wine stains on his lips and asked loudly, "Now that Rome has been conquered by Dionian, Dionian is ready to support a new Rome. What? Or let it become a sub-state of Dionia?"

As soon as his voice fell, Daves learned the content of the speech and the identity of the speaker from the translator beside him-the Sabine messenger from Keate.

Daves knows: The relationship between the Sabines and the Romans is complicated. The Roman city builder Ramolos led the Latin exiles to this barren land on the banks of the Tiber, relying on the robbery of the nearby town of Sabine, It has only survived the most difficult period. In the past century, Rome and Sabine had wars many times, but many Sabine tribes actively or passively merged into Rome and became citizens of Rome.

Therefore, Daves said sternly: "Rome, Viais, Gaby, Phedna... these towns were captured by Dionian citizens with their lives and blood. They will all become Dio Part of the Kingdom of Nia! The kingdom will do its utmost to help the Romans and Latins who have become Dionian citizens rebuild these territories and make them a wealthy town in central Italy, allowing them to live a prosperous life."

After listening to these words, the messengers looked at each other, each with a different mood.

"His Majesty King Dionian." The envoy of Eque couldn't wait to ask: "The former Rome relied on force and often invaded the surrounding races, threatening everyone's safety. Now join Dionian. Is Rome still the same as before, provoking wars everywhere, greedily wanting to gain more territory?"

As soon as he said this, all the messengers pricked their ears and focused their eyes on Davers.

Daves looked at their expressions in his eyes, and knew in his heart: What the Eques said was about Rome, but what they were asking was about the Kingdom of Dionia, which suddenly broke into central Italy and has already established a foothold here. What kind of foreign policy will be adopted next to the surrounding forces? This is probably the most concerned issue of all envoys.

He smiled slightly and said loudly: "If you understand the history of the founding of Dionia, you will find that Dionia has never actively invaded the territory of other city-states and races, usually other forces invaded Dai first. Oonia, and even some city-states broke their promises, suddenly tore up their covenant with us, invaded Dionia’s territory, and killed Dionia’s people. This led to our Dionia’s anger and an angry counterattack. , To destroy it.