Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece Chapter 175: Shake

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Cabrias' complexion was slightly embarrassed, and he explained in a low voice: "In the morning, the Dionian fleet approached the port of Piraeus. The news of'Break through', the city is very chaotic... In order to prevent accidents, I ordered the temporary closure of the port... The Dionia fleet also approached the port of Piraeus several times before, and we all did this, but I never thought that the reason why the Dionia fleet did this this time was actually to cover up their attempt to capture Aegina!"

"I remember, you did tell us about the'Dionia Fleet threatened the port of Piraeus'. In order to prevent losses, we also agreed to the order to close the port." Cali Stratus's face became extremely ugly: "But now Aegina is attacked, what should we do?!"

Cabrias hesitated for a while, and decided to make up for it. He resolutely said: "Aegina must not be occupied by Dionia. I request that the fleet attack first, attack and lead Dionia away. Fleet, you send a fleet to carry reinforcements, take the opportunity to enter the port and defend the city of Aegina!"

The generals all knew that Cabrias’ plan was very risky, but at least half of them agreed almost without thinking, because they all knew: Although the Dionia fleet is strong, it still cannot be completely blocked. The sea route of Athens is because their station is in the southern Peloponnese. They will go back and forth every morning and evening. There will always be a period of time when they cannot cruise in the Salong Bay. On the island of Ina, because Aegina has a complete military port facility, they can park the fleet directly on the island of Aegina, just like holding a dagger directly on the chest of Athens, which can threaten 24 hours a day. The port of Piraeus will be a huge disaster for Athens.

"Generals, although I have conveyed their requirements to you in accordance with the requirements of the crew of Aegina, I don’t want you to send a fleet out of the port!" The official of Piraeus Harbor looked extremely solemn Said: "According to the Aegina crew, Dionia came to two fleets, one to encircle Aegina and the other to block the port of Piraeus. Their number may exceed 600, so All the 20 warships that rushed out of the port of Aegina were hit and sunk, and only one clipper finally rushed into the port under their cover...

There are only 75 warships in the port of Piraeus. If you venture out, I am afraid that you will suffer the same bad luck. If Athens will not have the protection of the warships, I am afraid that the punishment of the gods will come! "

The generals were shocked after listening.

Before the Persian army came, the Athenians asked Delphi for an oracle: The wooden wall will defend Athens!

Under the bewilderment of Di Mistocles, the people believed that the "wood wall" mentioned in the oracle was a warship, so they spent a lot of money to build warships, leading to the Salamiga naval battle dominated by the Athens fleet. It became a turning point in the Hippocratic War, and it also convinced the people of Athens to believe in Delphi's oracle, and it was passed on from generation to generation.

At present, Athens is facing great danger. If the warships that Athens depends on will also be destroyed, these generals will feel panic and at a loss from the bottom of their hearts.

At this moment, even Kabrias, who was determined just now, became a little dazed.

"Let’s make a truce with Dionia." Ifekratus sighed softly: "This is the end of the matter. Only in this way can Athens be saved!"

Effikratus’ words shocked everyone, and the room fell into silence. Before he arrived, it was not that no one had thought of discussing peace with Dionia, but no one spoke up because at the time. It was the general executive committee that reached a consensus that would instigate the hostility of the citizens of Athens against Dionia, and finally declare war on Dionia. Now it is only a few months later that we will change our course and propose this first. The generals of the resolution will undoubtedly bear more anger from the citizens of Athens.

But the words of Iphikratus pierced this layer of window paper. The Dionian army was about to approach the city and the sea barrier of Aegina was invaded again. Athens, which was trapped in a dangerous city, actually had no other choice.

At the urgent citizens’ assembly, when Callistratus proposed to "make peace with Dionia", he thought he would be criticized and obstructed by the citizens, but he did not, because Whether it is a citizen who has returned from defeat on the western border, or a citizen who has fought with Iphikratus in the Peloponnese for several months, or a citizen who fears on the battleship every day and is dealing with the Dionia fleet... Without exception, they saw the power of the Dionian army, eagerly wanted to end this terrible war, and had no intention to hold the General Executive Committee accountable.

The proposal was passed quickly, and Calistratus took the initiative to apply to be an envoy to the Dionian army.

In the early morning of the second day, the ground outside the city of Athens shook and the dust was filled, and the Allied forces of Dionia appeared in the vision of the sentinel at the head of the city.

The citizens of Athens who received the news hurriedly put on their armors, picked up shields and spears, and rushed to the city to prepare for defense.

At this time, the Dionian coalition forces are already in a good position below the city. I saw soldiers like tides, spears like forests, countless flags spreading, countless armors shining... Seeing the citizens of Athens, their eyes dizzy and their hearts tighten .

"Hades!!! Hades!!! Hades!!!..." The Dionian soldiers shouted in unison, like thunderstorms, causing the Athenian citizen soldiers to fight in two battles.

In the situation where the Dionian army was like a rainbow, Calistratus went out of the city gate, walked straight into the Dionian army, and met Patroclus, the commander-in-chief of the army. .

But when he proposed that "Athens wants to negotiate an armistice with Dionia", Patroclus shook his head and refused, and told him that the power of truce negotiations with the Greek League lies with the other Dioni. In the hands of Prince Cloto Kataks, commander of the Asian army.

Callistratus had no choice but to propose again: Can the attack on Athens be suspended during the negotiations between Athens and Dionia?

Patroclus even bluntly refused: Unless the armistice agreement is signed, the Dionian army under his command will never stop its attack on the city of Athens!

Hearing this, Calistratus had to rush to Peloponnese immediately.

And Patroclus lined up under the city of Athens, just to show the power of the Dionian coalition forces and to attack the morale of the Athenians. He knew very well that the city of Athens could not be easily captured, so he quickly issued an order: the army built a camp two miles away from the city of Athens.

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Kalisstratus headed south, past Megara, and into Corinth City.

The Corinthians took the initiative to ask him about the battle in the north. He lied: Athens gathered all the soldiers in the city and defended first. Now they have easily repelled the Dionian army to attack the city with a full force and are accumulating more. Much power. He came this time at the request of the people of Athens to negotiate with Dionia, hoping to return the remains of the citizens of Athens who died in the Peloponnese.

The Corinthians will be suspicious, but they can confirm one thing: The Athenians are already defending the city and it is impossible to send reinforcements to them.

On the way to the Dionian barracks, Calistratus saw the Dionian army lined up under Corinth, and what they mentioned in the use of the Ifkratesite The siege equipment of the ballista, and then the continuous ejection of stone bullets bombarding the city wall, was indeed shocking, which made him feel the situation more urgent.

Efekratus also mentioned one point: The Dionian army is good at building camps, and has the habit of "building camps wherever they go."

And this time the Dionian army built a camp next to Isthmia, the port of Corinth on the east side of the isthmus. He heard the Corinthians say: Not long after the Dionian army arrived under the city of Corinth, they tried their best to The port of Ismia launched an offensive. Due to their large numbers and fierce attack, although the Corinthians made reinforcements to the port, the port of Ismia, with its simple defensive facilities, only lasted for a long time and was caught by the raging black wave. Submerged.

Callistratus stood high on the coast and could even see the many Dionian warships moored in the port. He could think of the reason why the Dionian fleet began to move towards Aegina. The island launched the landing offensive precisely because they occupied the port of Ismia, not far from Aegina. With a foothold, they could better block the port of Piraeus and continue to land on Aegis. The army of Na Island provides support...

The heavy-hearted Callistratus entered the relatively rudimentary Deoria camp under the guidance of the Dionia team officer and entered a military tent.

There was only one person in the military tent, and it was Karias who had been to Athens before.

Karias smiled and took the initiative to greet him: "Master Callistratus, welcome you! Coming all the way from Athens, it’s hard work, please sit down and rest, I will give you Prepared ice-cold honey syrup, you quench your thirst first!"

Karias was very courteous and did not have any arrogant taste, but the term "Master Callistratus" still made the chief general of Athens feel the implied sharpness in his words. , He increased his vigilance, but a smile quickly appeared on his face: "Thank you very much! You are too thoughtful!"

Speaking, he sat down unceremoniously, picked up the jar on the table, poured himself a glass, drank a sip, and then said cheerfully: "This water is really delicious!"

Karias also returned to his seat and said apologetically: "Master Callistratus, you asked to see His Royal Highness Cloto Catax, but unfortunately he is not here now. Barracks, I can’t see you."