Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece Chapter 333: Communication between the two naval commanders

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But when the Carthaginian army was about to reach the end of the mountain road, the soldiers were surprised to see that the exit of the mountain road had been blocked by a wooden village with relatively complete defense facilities, and the wooden wall was covered with enemies drawing bows. .

The Carthaginian army came in abruptly, without any siege equipment at all. In addition, the narrow mountain roads could not give full play to the advantages of the soldiers. If you want to break this stockade and break into Palermos territory, it will undoubtedly be very difficult. difficulty.

The unwilling Hasdruba drove the army to launch a tentative offensive, which was quickly repelled by a rain of arrows shot from the wooden wall, leaving only dozens of corpses in front of the trench.

Has Druba had to lead his troops back.

At this time, Leotizides is commanding a group of soldiers to start building a camp. He plans to start the camp from the Muzhai at the mountain crossing and move north to the sea, thereby separating Palermos from the land. Connect with the outside world.

The battalions of the Seventh and Eighth Army were busy on the beach, struggling to carry the supplies from the cargo ships to the coast.

The Third Fleet is escorting a fleet of soldiers and supplies off Palermos. Although the Dionian Navy has a clear advantage in the western waters of Sicily, it is an enemy territory after all. The entire Third Fleet The crew maintained a high degree of vigilance, because when they first arrived in Sicily, they had heard about the Sicilian fleet being teased by the Carthage fleet and being raided.

"The enemy is found in the southwest, two yellow flags!" The watchman on the main mast of the flagship suddenly shouted.

Hearing that it was the Carthage fleet, which was about the same number as his own fleet, Midolades calmly gave an order: "Blow the bugle and raise the star-filled flag! At the same time notify the ship behind. Team, let them lean on the beach immediately!"

It was the Carthage fleet led by Morbal. Since the city of Hadrumentum was burned down, in order to more accurately grasp the movements of the Dionian fleet, he hired dozens of small cargo ships controlled by experienced Phoenician captains, scattered in the western waters. Near the coast, check the enemy's situation. Therefore, when a large number of Dionian fleets docked on the coast near Palermos, Morbal, who was training the fleet between the Carthage waters and the western waters and waiting for warplanes, received the news, because he knew Dionia's fleet is still cruising in the sea near Lilibo, and it is impossible to suddenly appear near Palermos. This must be another Dionia fleet.

Another Dionian fleet has been added to the waters near Sicily! …This news made Morbal feel more pressure, but he still decided to lead the team to Palermos, and this new fleet of Dionia for a while, maybe because it’s new arrivals, it’s not like It turns out that the fleet is so difficult to get caught.

When the Carthage fleet arrived, the Dionian Third Fleet was already lined up on the sea.

Morbar was not prepared to fight head-on with the Dionian fleet. When he moved forward with a loose array and at a normal speed to about one mile away from the opponent, he had known Morbar's plan in advance. The various Carthage warships turned around one after another to lure the enemy ships to chase.

The warships of the Third Fleet were indeed struggling to pursue at first, but when the Carthage Fleet wanted to lead them to the sea, Midolades immediately became vigilant. Although the Three Fleet won the final victory, he remembered the risks he experienced. He was a good learner and didn't want to make the same mistake again, so he gave the order to "stop pursuing" and quickly Gather the ships and return to the original defensive position.

After that, the Carthage Fleet came forward several times to lure, and the Third Fleet no longer moved lightly but watched its changes.

Morbar also split up some warships in an attempt to bypass the Third Fleet and attack Dionia’s transport fleet, but most of the ships have already docked on the beach under the warning of the Third Fleet, and there is not much oil and water. Fishing, and Midolades ordered the squadron in the rear to follow and monitor, but always kept a not too far away from the main force.

The prudence of the Third Fleet and the unity of the entire fleet, as well as the commanding command, prevented Morbal from finding any opportunities to use. Instead, it consumed a lot of physical strength for the Carthage crew.

The combat effectiveness of such a well-trained Dionian fleet is certainly not weak! ... Morbal did not dare to attack from the front, because he did not have the confidence to defeat the opponent, and he knew very well in his heart: even if it wins, the Carthage fleet will inevitably lose a lot, which is for the Carthage Navy, which is completely at a disadvantage. It is not worth the loss. Carthage, in a difficult situation, now needs such a complete fleet to frighten the Dionian Navy and prevent it from becoming too rampant.

The Carthage fleet finally retreated.

Midolades did not order a chase. He no longer had the impetuous mentality that he was eager to prove at the beginning. The affirmation and praise of his achievements in several letters that Daves wrote to him made him more confident and more confident. Composure, he is also very clear in his heart: For the third fleet, who has just arrived and is not yet familiar with the surrounding waters, what is needed now is caution, not more combat exploits.

At this time, the watchman on the main mast shouted again: "There is news from the Clippers to the east, and there is a fleet in front of you! Um... it's our fleet!"

Midolades felt a shock: Sekrian is here!

The Sicilian fleet cruised to the sea near Palermos and met with the Third Fleet. This was the first time that the Dionian Navy had all merged together in more than 10 years after the Southern Italy War (the Sicilian Fleet had merged with the First Fleet. One, Second, and Fourth Fleet).

Considering the existence of the Carthage fleet, the warships of the two sides were not completely close to prevent the congestion of the ship formation and the inconvenience of movement. However, the flagships of both sides sounded the bugles at the same time. The oars of all warships left the water and swayed back and forth in the air to express the joy of the crew.

In this atmosphere of celebration, the flagships of both sides drove forward to the forefront of the fleet at the same time, the flagship of the Sicilian Fleet stopped advancing, and the flagship of the Third Fleet continued to move forward and finally came to the side of the flagship of the Sicilian Fleet. .

Midolades, dressed in military uniform, stepped on the planks set up between the two ships and came to the flagship deck of the Sicilian fleet, and solemnly paid a military salute to Sekrian: "Salute to you, Lord Sekrian !"

Sekrian also solemnly returned a military salute, and then said: "It's been a long time, Midolades! I have heard many good news from the Third Fleet during this period. Your performance surprised me. Not only won the naval battle, but also conquered two important Phoenician cities and robbed the army of all the work that should be done by the army. You have earned a great honor for our navy!"

"This is all supported by your majesty. With your Sicilian fleet in front attracting the main force of Carthage, the Third Fleet has achieved these successes under unobtrusive circumstances." Midola Des said humbly, and then sighed with concern: "When I heard the news that the Sicilian fleet was destroyed by a storm and that you and Flarios were also missing in Latham, I was very worried about you. Safety! At the same time, I am also worried that the Dionian Navy may not be able to recover for a long time! Thanks to Hades, you return safely. The Sicilian fleet has also been reorganized and everything is back to normal. Alright!"

Sekrian looked at the other party’s sincere smile, and sighed after a moment: “It’s a pity that Flarios and Mirtias went to Elysee one after another! The Carthage Navy is the strongest we have encountered so far. The enemy has caused a lot of casualties to our fleet... Before, His Majesty Daves reminded me again, “In this war with the Carthaginians, our navy is the most important force to defeat the enemy. Play the biggest role.'So our two fleets must work together and strengthen cooperation in order to completely defeat the Carthage Navy and win this war for the kingdom!"

Sekrian has been a veteran of the kingdom for many years, and his political sensitivity is not low. When he learned that the Third Fleet was transferred to Sicily, it was not affiliated with the Sicilian Fleet, but was stationed on the North Coast alone, with the Sicilian Fleet. Being in charge of the war at sea together, he knew that King Daves and the Ministry of Military Affairs were not too satisfied with the recent performance of the Sicilian Fleet. He wanted to stimulate the Sicilian Fleet by using the Third Fleet. At the same time, he realized that the successive victories of the Third Fleet made Midolades is no longer the leader of the squadron he could drive at will more than ten years ago.

Especially there is a knot in his heart: He has always felt that Mirtias’s death is related to himself, if not for his appearance, he would be strong to take away Mirtias’ command of the fleet, Mirti Yass will not refuse to follow his advice, which will eventually lead to defeat.

Since then, he has consciously reduced his temperament. In addition, when we met today, Midolades took the initiative to meet on the flagship, with a lower posture, which made Sekelian satisfied, so his tone of voice became calm.

At this time, Midolades smiled and said, "Master Sekrian is right! Both the Sicilian Fleet and the Third Fleet are the armies of the kingdom. They should fight together. As long as you have good Plan, I am willing to lead the third fleet to cooperate fully!"

Sekrian frowned slightly, he heard what Midolades was saying, but he immediately stretched out and said confidently: "I really have a good plan, and I am about to discuss it with you." /

Midolades was taken aback, then agreed.

So the two moved away from the surrounding crew and discussed on the deck of the flagship.

About half an hour later, smiles appeared on their faces.