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Chapter 180 Punishment from Sparta
There was a sudden silence in the meeting place. The elders all knew that the relationship between Pausanias and Lysander was tense.

Elder Diopettis coughed twice and asked, "How come I haven't heard of the Tua Alliance mentioned in the report?"

"It is a newly established alliance, its full name is Thurii - Amendolara Alliance!" Lysander's explanation made these elders who rarely pay attention to the Western Mediterranean still look confused, but Lysander had obviously passed After some investigation, he reminded again: "Do you still remember that the Thurii envoy came to Sparta to request assistance a year ago?"

"Well... remember, we rejected his request at that time." Elder Lysippus nodded and said: "But we gave Thurii the right to recruit mercenaries in the Greek city-states in the Eastern Mediterranean. For a man who once supported Athens and also sent troops If the city-states participating in the war had not seen it being invaded by the indigenous people, out of the morality of being fellow Greeks, we would have shown the generosity and kindness of Sparta, otherwise..."

"That's right!" other elders agreed.

"It was this envoy of Turui, who had obtained permission from our Council of Elders, who arrived in Byzantium and recruited some of the mercenaries who had just returned from the Persian expedition, and it was these mercenaries who helped Turui defeat the natives. people, and recaptured Amendolara occupied by the indigenous people. In the end, these mercenaries became citizens of Amendolara. Their leader was... called... Davos, and even became the As Lysander said here, Agesilaus exclaimed in surprise: "Chrysopus once said to me, 'He found a military genius among the mercenaries during his expedition to Persia. His name is Daves, and he wanted to apply to the Council of Elders to make this Daves a distinguished guest of Sparta, give him land, let him settle in Laconia, and use it for our Sparta.' What he said was Not this person?!”

"Military genius?!" Elder Dioptis sneered: "Isn't it ridiculous to talk about military genius in front of us Spartans!"

"We Spartans all know that there is no genius in battle, only the rich experience gained from childhood, uninterrupted hard training and constant battles. When old enough, every Spartan citizen can become an excellent commander. Officer!" Elder Lusippus said proudly.

"You are right!" 45-year-old Agesilaus said humbly.

Lysander looked at him and continued: "Soon after, we all knew that Crotone occupied Thurii and burned the city, and it was this Davos who led the Amendolara people to prepare for a night attack. Returning to Crotone's army and capturing them, Thurii formed an alliance with Amendolara, with Davos still serving as consul for life..."

"It turns out that Crotone was defeated by these mercenaries. This Davos seems to have some abilities." An elder exclaimed.

"The lifelong consul of two cities! I'm afraid this Davos is very ambitious and wants to be called the tyrant of Magna Graecia like Dionysius!" Lysippus reminded everyone.

"It is already obvious that it is these mercenaries who have settled in Magna Graecia who want their fellow mercenaries who have fought together to come to Magna Graecia to help them, so they sent people to Ephesus to incite those mercenaries to escape!" exclaimed Diopettis.

"The report of Chrysops did not say that anyone was found to be causing trouble secretly. Perhaps it was just because these mercenaries heard the news from Magna Graecia." Another elder hoped that everyone would not take the matter too seriously.

"Then why didn't we in Sparta hear this news? This was obviously done by someone with good intentions!" Diopettis retorted.

Several people were arguing. Although Lysander and Diopettis were too much to deal with, he said at this time: "As long as there is a connection between these two things, we Spartans say it was the Tua Alliance. That is it." What you did!"

"That's right! This is the way of us Spartans!" Lysander's tough views were recognized by the elders headed by Lysippus. Pausanias secretly complained: Lysander, who has always been known for being anti-traditional He actually had the nerve to say that he would implement the Spartan tradition!But he remained silent and made no objection.

The debate ended, and the culprit was found. Everyone had almost the same opinion on how to punish the Tua League: send people to condemn the Tua League, ask it to compensate Sparta for its losses, and let it send back the employees who fled to the Tua League. Soldier!

Lysander also added: "Since Davos of the Tua League is good at commanding operations, let him lead his troops to join Desiridas' troops to fight the Persians!"

"Agree! Think of it as their punishment for sabotaging our Spartan war in Asia Minor!" Dioptis and several elders agreed.

The words of the elders determine the fate of the Tua Alliance.

At this time, Agesilaus asked: "What if the Tua League rejects our request?"

"They dare! That means war with Sparta!" Dioptis felt something was wrong as soon as he finished speaking.

Pausanias immediately answered: "Now we have to deal with the Persians and guard the Peloponnese Peninsula. We are always ready to attack those city-states that are dissatisfied with our Sparta like Elis. I'm afraid we don't have any spare power. Then send troops to fight Greece."

"That's right! Magna Graecia has always had a good relationship with us, Sparta. We have never sent troops to Magna Graecia. If we cause the city-states there to be dissatisfied with us, it will not be worth the loss!" Another elder also said.

"Can we tolerate the Tua Alliance trampling on the majesty of Sparta?!" Dioptis shouted angrily.

"Don't worry, we don't know the reaction of the Tua Alliance yet. Even if we are rejected by them, we can't send troops, isn't there Syracuse!" Lysander said with a smile.His words awakened the elders. Sparta supported Syracuse and even ignored the fact that Dionysius was a tyrant. Wasn't it because they hoped that in the Western Mediterranean, a place where Spartan power had not yet touched, there would be someone who could compete with Sparta? A strong state that was friendly to Sparta and could act according to Sparta's wishes stabilized the situation there, so the elders no longer dwelled on this issue and began to discuss candidates to send envoys to the Tua Alliance.

"Let me go." Agesilaus recommended himself. He was a little interested in the Davos mentioned by Chrysops.

"Don't go, lest the Tua Alliance look down upon us, Sparta!" As soon as Diopetis said this, the other elders felt that it was a bit excessive. It was obvious that Diopetis was mocking Agesilo. Si is lame.

Faced with such humiliation, Agesilaus could still remain calm. It seems that after decades of facing the contemptuous eyes of others, his mind has been trained to be extremely strong. His expression remained unchanged, and he wanted to say something more. What.

At this time, Lysander said: "The League of Tua, a remote and small city-state alliance, is not worthy of the noble royal family of Sparta, the overlord of Greece!"

Lysander's words restored the dignity of Agesilaus and also blocked his passage to the Tua Alliance.

"I propose that Phoebus be the messenger," Lysander continued.

After saying that, some elders exclaimed: "Phoebus?! That's a bad-tempered guy who likes to make his own decisions!"

"We need a strong envoy to force the Tua Alliance to make concessions!" Lysander said firmly.

After discussion, it was finally decided that Phoebidas would be the envoy to the Tua Alliance.

After the meeting, Lysander stopped Agesilaus who was about to leave: "You're not still complaining that I don't let you go to the Tua League, are you?"

Agesilaus shook his head. He had already thought about the joint clearly, and said with a smile: "I think you are doing it for my own good, because of Acis?"

Lysander wrapped his arms around his shoulders in satisfaction, and said in a low voice, "Akis won't last for a few more days. If you leave at this time, wouldn't that illegitimate son Leotizides take advantage of you... Don't worry, I will I have always been on your side..."

Agesilaus immediately and solemnly expressed his gratitude to Lysander.

Lysander smiled. He liked Agesilaus's steady and humble character, and he was friendly, respectful and easy to control...

Lysander didn't see it. Behind him, Pausanias watched him and Agesilaus chatting and laughing affectionately.

Pausanias called Diopettis softly and said softly: "Look, our 'reformer' has been very close to Agesilaus recently!"

Diopettis looked at the scene in front of him coldly, then turned around and said solemnly to Pausanias: "Although there is no doubt that Leotycides will inherit the throne, rumors have been circulating recently. In order to ensure that he can successfully succeed A. Keith, I have to ask for your help!”

"You want me to ask Delphi for an oracle in the name of the king?" Pausanias immediately understood what Diopettis' request was.Because the two kings of Sparta have claimed to be the closest descendants of Heracles since ancient times, they have a privilege that other Spartans do not have. They can only ask the oracle from the Sanctuary of Delphi, so they have control over it. the divine right to interpret divine oracles.

"Yes!" Diopetis looked at him expectantly.

"I will send someone to Delphi!" Pausanias nodded simply and agreed: "I will never let that guy extend his ambition to our royal family!"

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It's already November. In the ancient times hundreds of years ago, this would not have been a good time for sailing. However, with the advancement of navigation technology, today, even in the stormy Mediterranean in winter, the main trade The channel is still very busy.

The merchant ships of Timasson, Zantiparis, Kriano and others finally arrived at the Gulf of Taranto in Great Greece.

"Ahead is Thurii, our city-state!" Agarcia said excitedly, pointing to the looming green coastline ahead.

Everyone leaned against the side of the ship and looked forward.

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