ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 183 Triumphal Ceremony: The highest honor for alliance warriors

The streets and rooftops were full of people. They called out the names of their relatives cordially, interacted excitedly with the advancing soldiers one by one, and proudly introduced their husbands or fathers in the army to the neighbors, making every soldier proud. There is a feeling of returning home in fine clothes.

As Felicius passed by his house while he was advancing, he subconsciously looked over. On the roof of his house, which was crowded with people, wasn't the young man who was screaming and jumping up and down the street Melisander?In the noisy crowd, he could vaguely hear Melisander's shout: "That's my father! That's my father! Father! Father!!..." Beside him, Delia was looking at him. , with a smile on his face...

Felicius smiled, a smile from the heart...

The marching army turned westward, and here stood a huge arch made of white marble. This is what Davers called the triumphal arch: the vault is a statue of the goddess of victory, and the stone wall on the lintel is carved according to Davers' opinion: Annihilation The scenes of the battle of the Lucanian tribal coalition forces, the capture of Amendolara at night, the surprise attack on the Crotone army, and the clever capture of Niutum, the four battles that established the Dionysian city-state alliance, will be remembered by future generations.However, due to time constraints, a good engraver has not yet been found, and the arch is still blank for the time being.

After passing through the Arc de Triomphe and heading west, the road gradually widens, and at the end of the road is the newly built square. Due to time constraints, it was put into use without even having time to name it.

Lizam, who held the military flag high, quickened his pace because he had vaguely seen dozens of white figures on the square platform. According to his prior instructions, he knew that they were his respected Consul Lord Davers and the senators of the Senate. Wait for their arrival.

"They're coming! They're coming!..." Henipolis shouted excitedly.

"Be quiet, son." Avinogis held down the restless Henipolis and said to Davos: "Sir, thank you for taking care of Henipolis during this time!" Henipolis After Si arrived in Thurii, Davos did not arrange him in a hotel, but let him stay in his own home.

"Henipolis is very sensible! He also loves to learn! His teacher Ansitanos likes him very much! And after he came, my house became a lot more lively!" Davos said with a smile.

In the past two days, Avinogis learned from Henipolis that Davers took good care of his son. He was not a person who would talk about gratitude, and he secretly determined to repay Daves if he had the opportunity in the future. Si's kindness, so the topic changed: "Sir, your warriors are here!"

"They are not only the warriors of the alliance, but also the warriors of our alliance, protecting the safety of the entire alliance!" Davos said with a smile.

Castellon's chief general, Amycles, nodded in agreement.As members of the Dionysian Alliance, the senior leaders of Castellon and Laos were of course invited to attend the ceremony, and they all happily participated.

At this moment, seeing the army marching neatly towards them like a long dragon in the distance, they did not feel that the Dionysian Alliance was showing off its force to them, because the Dionysian Alliance, as the leader, would neither be like those in the Delian League. Athens also ignored the wishes of its allies, desperately exploited them and demanded tribute; nor would it arbitrarily interfere in the internal affairs of its allies like Sparta in the Peloponnesian League.As for sending troops to participate in the war, it was an obligation of an allied city-state, but it was an expression of equality.Therefore, the stronger the Dionia Alliance is, the safer they feel as an alliance.

Davos looked at the team walking towards the square and thought about it: The reason why he did not let the generals go to the front like Rome in the previous life, but let the soldiers take the lead: First, to cultivate the honor of the soldiers. The second is to reduce the influence of the victorious generals on the people to avoid accidents in the long run. For this reason, he also placed Felicius in the team. The most inconspicuous middle position also allows several captains to enjoy the honor of riding in the carriage, and it is also for this purpose.Even so, for the soldiers, this novel victory ceremony, which had never been held in Greek city-states, was a great honor.

Bronze horns sounded, war drums beat, and soldiers began to enter the square.

"Oh, I can't believe it! The one walking in the front is actually Lizaru!"

"Which Lizaru?"

"Bagule is a famous hunter in his tribe!"

"Look! He actually walked in the forefront, ahead of the Greeks. The alliance really has no prejudice against us Lucarians!"

"Look! Look! Bagule! There is Bagule sitting on the carriage! It's so enviable!!"

"When can I be like him?!!"

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In the crowd on one side of the square, the Lucanians who came from Niutum, such as Kesima, Ulazar, and Hermon, were shouting and dancing with excitement...

Of course, it was impossible for Bagule to see them in the dense crowd. The imperial hand drove the carriage and took him into the center of the square after a circle, but his majestic figure was like a big rock that aroused Lucaria The huge wave in the hearts of young people: A warrior should enjoy such glory like him!

When the drums and trumpets stopped, there was silence in the square, and the soldiers looked up at the Alliance Consul standing on the platform in front.

Davos stepped forward and said loudly: "Warriors of the Alliance, during these 20 long days, you have been away from your relatives, rushed to unfamiliar mountains, fought tenaciously with the fierce enemy, and captured Niutum. At the same time, I assisted the allies to restore Laos and solved the problem that Turui was attacked by enemies from the mountains for many years. The people thank you! The Senate thanks you! The Alliance thanks you! The Senate and I thank you for your efforts and sacrifices My most sacred thanks!!" As he spoke, he took the lead and the elders behind him to solemnly bow to the soldiers in front.

The square immediately erupted.

"Wan Sheng!"

"Wan Sheng!!"

"Wan Sheng!!!"

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The soldiers shouted excitedly.

"It is because of your efforts that the Dionia Alliance was officially established! After discussion and decision by the Senate, today's triumphal ceremony will become a festival for the entire alliance to celebrate the birth of the alliance! And your military flag will also become the flag of the alliance, Flying over the square!"

"The alliance will win! The alliance will win! The alliance will win!!!!..."

Listening to the cheers of the soldiers and the people, Davos believed that the National Day and the national flag would surely bring these people from various Mediterranean city-states and races together under the alliance, and gradually form a brand-new race subtly, adding a lot of weight !

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In the afternoon, Davos held a banquet at Tulii's mansion in honor of Timason, Zantiparis, Cleanno, and Tormid. Accompanying the banquet were Agalia, Felicius, Hieronymus.

Eating novel and delicious food, drinking fragrant wine, and recalling the scenes of fighting together in the past, the atmosphere of the banquet was quite warm.

At this time, Kriano hiccupped and asked: "Davos, look at your beautiful courtyard, and you are a consul, and what kind of legion commander, it is really enviable... Uh... When can we be like you?!"

Here comes the topic!Agacia immediately lifted his spirits.

Davos smiled and said seriously: "As long as you work hard to make your contribution to the alliance, becoming an alliance citizen, getting land, and getting a life like mine is not a problem at all! In fact, there are more people in the alliance than me. There are many rich people..."

"Contribution? What kind of contribution?! I heard that it takes five years to become an official citizen of your alliance, let alone become a senator of the Senate, which is even more difficult!" Crisano complained.

"Yes, this is what the laws of the alliance stipulate, and all foreigners and free people follow this, without exception!" Davos said calmly but firmly.

"But -" Crisano pretended to be drunk, pointed at Agcia, and said loudly: "Uh... That's not what Agcia said to us in Ephesus. He said, 'As long as we come to Ephesus, Greece, soon you will be able to become a citizen, get land! Even become a senator!' It was because of listening to his words that we came so far, and now you tell me that it will take another five years to achieve all this, Isn’t this a lie?! And I heard that the Lucarian soldiers who were in the triumphal ceremony were slaves half a year ago, and they were already full citizens half a year later. Their leader also became a senator in the Senate. Do we even think about the indigenous people? Are you inferior to everyone?!!”

The atmosphere in the living room suddenly solidified.

Agacia clenched his fists angrily. In order to attract Timasong and the others, he said some inducing words, but they were by no means as exaggerated as what Crisiano said.He wanted to refute, but in such a situation, it would undoubtedly make the situation more tense.

Agalia was hesitating, Felicius was hesitant to speak, Hieronymus frowned and looked at Davos.On this side, Timasong, Zantiparis, and Tormid seemed not to have heard anything and continued to eat their food, but secretly pricked up their ears...

Davos's expression remained unchanged, he cast a comforting look at Agacia, and said unhurriedly: "Crianno, don't be anxious, sit down and listen to what I tell you..."

Crisiano made a fuss, but it was like hitting a wet cotton cloth, and it seemed to have no effect...

He sat down angrily.

"To be honest, why do some people need five years and some only need half a year? It's all about profit!" Davos looked at these mercenary leaders and said seriously: "Because the Lucarians can help The Alliance can pacify Niutum and even help the Alliance conquer more Lucanian territories. What's more, they have made a lot of contributions to the Alliance before. The road you came on was built by them, Croto They helped defeat the internal army. They also actively learned Greek, understood and abided by the laws of the alliance. For such a group of foreigners who were willing to integrate into the alliance and could bring huge benefits to the alliance, the Senate must of course grant them citizenship in advance. And the people have no objections, because they all know that what the alliance gets is much greater than what it pays!
Agarcia is right. Although you don't have the advantages of indigenous people like the Lucarians, you are good at fighting, and there will be many wars in the alliance in the future. As long as you win battles repeatedly, let the Senate see it. To your value, then becoming a citizen a few years in advance is not a problem! "

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