Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece Chapter 152: Governor Phrygia

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The admiral who was expelled by the people of Athens was able to be reused in Phrygia not only because of his talent in naval warfare, but also because he was a good friend of Phrygia's governor Ario Bazenis.

How could a wandering Athenian become friends with a respected governor of Persia?

The reason can be traced back decades ago. After the Peloponnesian War, the famous Athenian admiral Konun fled to Persia and settled down by the courtesy of Cyrus, the military commander of Western Asia Minor. The close contacts with the Persian nobles of Asia Minor at that time laid the foundation for him to be the commander of the Persian Asia Minor fleet.

And his son Timothy also had many young Persian nobles because he lived in Western Asia Minor for many years, and Aliobazenis was one of them. After Timothy returned to Athens, the two sides still kept in touch. This time he was expelled from Athens. The first thing he thought of was to seek refuge with a friend who had become the governor.

Ario Bazenis was pleased with the arrival of his friend. He also understood his friend's abilities very well. After only half a year, he was very courageously promoted to the commander of the fleet.

Today, Aliobazenis sent someone to notify Timothy that there was something important to discuss with him. Although the messenger didn't tell Timothy what important thing was, he had a foreboding that the things he had been requesting had had the result, so he was a little anxious on horseback and rushed to the governor's residence in Phrygia.

The residence of Ario Bazenis is located in the central town of Phrygia-Gerdium on the right bank of the Sakarya River. Timothy ran out of three horses and finally drove at dusk on the fifth day. Got there.

Alio Bazenis, who has been notified by the messenger, went out to greet him personally, and said seriously: "Timothys, I'm so sorry! I have already severely punished the messenger who brought you here. He didn't fully understand me. I didn’t explain clearly to you. In fact, the matter was not urgent, but it made you rush all the way with almost no rest. If anything happens to you on the road, I will be very guilty and uneasy. Fortunately, God Ma Bless Zida!"

Alio Bazenis’ concern moved Timothy a little, he hurriedly saluted and said, "Your Excellency--"

Alio Bazenis immediately interrupted him with an unpleasant face: "Hey, how come you haven't seen me for a few months, your name to me has changed! You are my friend first, and then mine temporarily Subordinates, I hope this friendship can last for a long time, so you'd better call me like you always do."

For the Athenians who don’t like to bow to knees, this is exactly what Timothy wanted, and he immediately changed his words: "Ario, I wonder why you called me this time?"

Alio Bazenis laughed, holding his arm, and welcoming him into the mansion, while saying: "Although the messenger made a mistake, I am glad to see you so soon! You are on your way. You must be tired and hungry. Let’s take a shower first, and then have a meal together. Let’s talk while eating."

Under the service of the maid, Timothy finished his bath and briefly talked to Aliobazenis about his taking over the Phrygia fleet during the meal.

After listening carefully, Ario Bazenis expressed satisfaction with Timothy's actions in Aspendus, and then turned to mention some interesting things about the relationship between the two when he was young.

Timothys also interjected from time to time. Although there were only two of them besides the five or six maids in the restaurant, the atmosphere was still more active.

After three rounds of wine and five flavors of food, Ario Bazenis said sternly: "Timothys, last time you told me that you hope to lead the fleet to support Athens, and Dionysian Naval operations in Asia...I can’t promise you about this."

When Timothy heard this, he was disappointed. Although he didn't express this emotion, he remained silent for an instant.

Ario Bazenis saw it in his eyes, took out a letter from his arms without hurried, and handed it to him: "Look at this first."

Timosius took the letter in a puzzled way, opened it, and soon his face changed: "The King of Persia is going to attack Egypt, let you provide troops and luggage, and call me to lead the fleet to Tyre?!"

Ario Bazenis sighed: "When you made this request to me before, the reason why I have been hesitating is not because I am stingy, but the King of Persia is planning to attack Egypt, if at this time I I agreed to your request and sent the fleet to Athens. After the great king knew about this, with his suspicious and vengeful temperament, I am afraid I would think that I was unwilling to provide him with military support and deliberately sought such a man in advance. Excuse me, I'm afraid it won't make me feel better in the future...

Oh! Since the defeat of His Royal Highness Cyrus that year, that great king has a great view of our Asia Minor...Spartan invaded our land, not only did he not provide help, but in the end he supported Sparta's rule over Greece... There have been several wars in China, which one did not allow us Asia Minor to contribute the most, and of course the losses were the most..."

When Timothy heard these words, not only did his dissatisfaction disappear, but he also felt guilty. He said sincerely: "Ario, I was expelled from Athens. Not only did you take me in, but you also entrusted me with a heavy responsibility. I I am very grateful! I shouldn't have made you embarrassed by making such a request, it is my fault!"

Ario Bazenis shook his head, and said helplessly: "Athens expelled you, and you still want to help Athens. This makes me admire it! It's just unfortunate that the two things will come together, otherwise Master Fanabazos was able to do that back then (In order to avenge the ravages of Western Asia Minor by Agsilus, Fanabazos persuaded the governors of Asia Minor to agree to let Konon lead the combined fleet of Western Asia Minor to attack Sparta, and finally I also acquiesced to Konun for privately incorporating these warships into Athens.) With your friendship, I will support you even more!"

Timothys could only lament his bad luck. He was silent for a moment, took a sip of wine, and then asked doubtfully: "I have never seen the king of Persia, why would he be writing a letter? Mentioned me in?"

Ario Bazenis smiled and said, "Timothys, you underestimate yourself. You did a good job in the war with Sparta, and you have proven to the world that you are a talented person. For your father’s excellent naval commander, I think the great king who has been following the Greek war must have known your name. You must know that although Persia is strong, we lack a good naval commander, otherwise we will not be there. In the past, there were many failures in naval battles with Greece. Although Egypt’s naval power was not strong, but—"

Alio Bazenis sneered: "But the great king suffered defeat in the previous wars. This time he personally attacked Egypt. He would never allow himself to fail again, so of course he wanted Choose a good admiral to help him... Anyway, this is a good thing for you, if you can get the appreciation of the great king, maybe you can ask him to lead the entire Persian navy to rescue Greece, fight Dionia."

There was a move in Timothy's heart, at that moment he had decided to go to Tyre.

Alio Bazenis obviously saw his thoughts, and then said: "Timothys, if you agree to accept the invitation of the great king, can you help me with two small favors?"

"Ario, you are too polite. Since I left Athens and came to Phrygia, you have always taken good care of me. I am worried that I have no chance to return. Let alone two, even 100, as long as I If I can do it, I will try my best to help you!"

"Okay, then I'll just say it! It took me several years of Phrygia's taxes to reluctantly build up such a fleet. If you are reused by that great king, I hope to be in the same Egyptian Try to preserve my warships in battle."

Timothys simply replied: "Don't worry, I will try my best to do it!"

"The second job is... After you have been under the command of the king and participated in the war against Egypt, can you... regularly write to me about the movements of the whole army in detail? You know... well, Frisia There is a lot of trade with Egypt. I need to make some decisions based on the development of the war, so that the Frisian merchants who are still in certain towns in Egypt will either leave as soon as possible, or simply take advantage of the opportunity to seize some important supplies and supplies there. Minerals..."

Timothys hesitated for a while, and then responded: "I will write to you, but after arriving in Phoenicia, I may be mainly responsible for the navy. I may not be very clear about the future movements of the Persian royal army. ……"

"Just do your best!" Aliobazenis smiled and raised his glass: "Let's make a toast, and wish you all the best in the next battle!"

In the middle of the night, Aliobazenis' henchman, who had disappeared for a while, quietly returned to the governor's residence.

Alio Bazenis summoned him in the study alone.

"Master, I rushed to Samalla in Cappadcia 15 days ago. The governor met me secretly. I will show him both the letter you wrote and the letter written by the Egyptian pharaoh. Now, this is his reply."

Alio Bazenis quickly accepted the letter, and after reading it, he was happy.

Although the confidant servant was curious, the confidant did not ask.

Alio Bazenis still couldn’t help but say: “Not only did Stridatus agree to my proposal and decided to accept the Egyptian Pharaoh’s plan, everyone joined forces, and he also offered to persuade Governors of several regions including Pafragoni, Luconia and Armenia."

"Master, there are too many people to contact, it is difficult to keep confidential!" The confidant reminded worriedly.