ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 579 Leave
After half a day of discussion, they quickly redefined the negotiation conditions and allowed Chrysosops to return to Magna Graecia.

In the end, Dionia and Sparta signed the famous "Two-King Peace Treaty" (that is, the king of Dionia and the king of Sparta finally signed the peace treaty). The content of the peace treaty is roughly: First, Sparta Maintain peace with Dionia, non-aggression, and friendly exchanges;
Second, with the central line of the Adriatic Sea and the north and south as the boundaries, Sparta regarded the western Mediterranean as the sphere of influence of Dionia. It was not allowed to send any troops or warships to enter, and it was not allowed to send envoys to form alliances with any city-states in the western Mediterranean. alliance, or inciting and supporting other city-states to carry out hostilities against Dionia; similarly, Dionia regards the area east of the Adriatic Sea as Sparta's sphere of influence, and no troops or warships are allowed to enter, and no troops or warships are allowed to enter. To enter into alliances with any other city-state in the Eastern Mediterranean, or to incite and support other city-states in hostilities against Sparta;

Third, considering that Syracuse is still an ally of Sparta, Dionia promises not to infringe on Syracuse's territorial interests and not force it to join Dionia's alliance.However, Tarantum of Magna Graecia does not have any covenant relationship with Sparta. The conflict with Dionia is an internal matter of Magna Graecia. According to the second principle of the contract, Sparta will not interfere;

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The term of the friendship agreement is ten years. After expiration, if both parties have no objections, it will be renewed.

Dionia signed this agreement with Sparta and did not announce it to the outside world.After all, the fact that both sides regarded other city-states as nothing and secretly carved up the Mediterranean Sea was too well-known, and it would not be beneficial to either side if it spread.

However, after signing the agreement, Chrysops made a special trip to Tarentum and announced Sparta's decision to its council: Sparta would not interfere in Tarentum's affairs.

The generals of Tarantum and the members of the council felt like mourning for their heirs when they heard this, and there was a wailing in the council.

Two days later, Tarantum sent an envoy to Dionia, expressing his willingness to accept Dionia's conditions and become a "free city" of the alliance.

After signing the agreement "Tarantum merged into the Dionysian Alliance", the Thurii Senate followed Davos's instructions and began to release the Tarantum prisoners in batches and over an extended period of time.Why not release them all at once?Davos mainly took into account that Tarantum had a precedent of breaking the alliance, and was afraid that it would suddenly regret it after getting the benefits, and the main force of Dionysia would temporarily sit in Xiliting to deal with Magna Graecia with Davos. Some post-war matters cannot be responded to in time.At the same time, Davers also wanted Tarantum to suffer a little more, which would correct their arrogant character and facilitate future management.

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After Dionysius failed to raid the city of Syracuse, he returned to Ortygia Island again. Herolis implored the Dionysian First Army not to leave for the time being and to station it at the Hexa Gate so that it could be ready at any time. can get their assistance.At the same time, Herolis reorganized the order in the city, formed a new defense force, and asked the First Legion to send team officers to guide the Syracuse citizen soldiers in defending the isthmus wall.

The defeat of Dionysius caused the people in the port area to no longer remain neutral and sent troops to the city to accept the command of Herolis.

Ten days later, the new leadership of Syracuse, headed by Herolis, who signed a peace treaty with Dionia, welcomed the first batch of Syracuse citizen soldiers who returned to Sicily from Magna Graecia, and the people burst into tears with excitement. , Herolis also became more confident.

Dionysius's operations of sending ships and small groups of mercenaries to land on the coast of Syracuse to raid also gradually ceased.

Seven or eight days later, the Spartan envoy Phoebus arrived in Syracuse, formally recognized the new government of Syracuse, and reaffirmed the alliance with Syracuse.

The new Syracuse regime, which was supported by both Dionia and Sparta, made the Greek city-states on the south coast of Sicily, which had been hesitant, finally decide to sever ties with Dionysius and turn to Herolis and others Send messengers to convey their goodwill.

Dionysius is now completely isolated and helpless. Although the "rebels" cannot break through the strong barriers and enter the island of Ortygia, his hope of retaking Syracuse is almost impossible.What worries him even more is that the food on the island is being consumed rapidly, with only enough food for more than a month.

At this moment, Phoebus made a bold move. Regardless of the danger, he entered the island of Ortygia alone and had a frank conversation with Dionysius.

Finally, with the assurance of Phoebias, Dionysius agreed to lead his family, his supporters, and more than 1000 mercenaries to leave the island of Ortygia and go to Sparta.At the same time, the Council of Syracuse also agreed to provide ten triremes free of charge to allow Dionysius to leave Sicily as soon as possible.

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Philistus saw Dionysius standing on the dock bridge, staring at the Ortygia Island behind him for a long time. The entire fleet was ready and waiting for him alone, so he got off the boat and persuaded him: "Dionysius" Onesius, let’s go.”

"Philistus, my dear friend." Dionysius stood in front of him, but his voice seemed distant and distant: "I finally understand... The people of Syracuse, whether in peacetime or in During the war stage, there is always constant...constant internal strife, consuming its own energy, and it cannot fully use its power to expand its territory and seek more benefits for Syracuse itself!"

"Yes, Dionysius, this is why I fully support you." Philistus said with emotion, casually expressing the reason why he followed him.

"So I don't think Herolis can correct this bad habit of the people of Syracuse..." Dionysius continued to say quietly.

"Herolis is too idealistic, often self-righteous, prone to extremes, but lacks courage and ruthlessness. He can't control Syracuse!" Philistos said when talking about the man who deceived him and made him When he imprisoned his friend, his tone was as calm as talking about a stranger.

"In this troubled world, we must use blood to frighten the people and use strength to conquer the enemy! Herolis will not understand, and fortunately he will not understand!" Dionysius showed a cold smile on his face, and he pointed at Austria North of Tigea Island: "Without me as a common enemy, I dare to swear to Apollo that within half a year, there will be civil strife in Syracuse, and then it will be time for us to come back!"

"The people are forgetful. When Syracuse loses its status as the hegemon of Sicily and Syracuse people are despised by foreign countries, they will soon feel the cruelty of reality, and they will miss you again! I even I think that not only will they not resist you, but they will also warmly welcome you into Syracuse!" Philistus agreed with Dionysius's words and said seriously, this is why they are willing to follow Dionysus One of the reasons Hughes left.

"Hahaha, Apollo will protect us, just like he has protected us many times before!" Dionysius turned around with a smile. Suddenly he thought of something, and his face became gloomy again: "But Dionysius Nia is a big trouble, we need to specifically deal with it and discuss some countermeasures..."

The two discussed in low voices and boarded the ship.

The bugle blew, the wooden oars struck the water, and a ship sailed away from the island of Ortygia and headed east.

The news that "Dionysius had left Sicily" spread quickly throughout Syracuse, and the people in the city cheered.

The big stone that had been weighing on his heart was lifted, and Herolis felt light all over. From now on, he would be the one to lead the people to restore the prosperity of Syracuse. He was full of confidence in himself.

In the center of the fleet heading for Sparta was a large passenger ship, on which Dionysius, his followers, and his family were all aboard.

At this time, Dionysius, Philistus, Hyparinus and Phoepidas were chatting in the cabin.

"Now it seems that when Dionia threatened to attack Locle, he probably wanted to lure us, Syracuse, to send troops to Magna Graecia as soon as possible." Dionysius said with a sigh.

"Listen to what you said, did you lead the army to invade Magna Greece or were you tempted by the Dionians?!" Phoebidas showed a trace of disdain.

"Conquering Magna Graecia is indeed one of my goals!" Dionysius, who was already an exile, seemed very candid at the moment: "But I overestimated the power of Syracuse and underestimated Dionia, especially Davos! I thought I already valued that young man, but his military command ability still exceeded my expectations. I didn't expect that he could quickly repel the Samnite army I incited and quickly return to the army. Rei, used unique tactics to defeat my army on sea and land!... Philistus, I should really listen to you and not be too hasty to attack Magna Graecia, but should spend a few years consolidating it. Syracuse's dominant position in Sicily has given the people who are already a little tired of the war a full rest! Then even if the Magna Graecia War fails, we can still defend Sicily!..."

"What's the use of talking about it now, we have all been driven out of the Western Mediterranean!" Hyparinus said angrily.

"Of course it works!" Dionysius experienced the depression when he first left, and now he has regained his confidence: "Learn lessons and avoid making the same mistakes next time. Isn't that what we were like back then. Every time we encountered a setback, we would be better next time. Becoming stronger and standing taller at once, that’s why Syracuse finally became the overlord of Sicily!”

Phoebidas watched with cold eyes as Dionysius made no secret of his ambition and did not intend to speak. Unexpectedly, Dionysius said to him emphatically: "Phoebidas, when we attacked Magna Graecia, what do you think of us? What should we do to defeat Dionia and avoid today’s ending?”

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