Planet Rebirth

Every time Caesar came to Rome, Rome felt more dilapidated.This may be because the Romans have always respected their ancestors and cherished ancient buildings.It is unbearable to destroy or even demolish these historical relics just because they are no longer functional.Rome's architecture is so good and bad in people's eyes. At that time, because Rome occupied too much land, it was impossible for her to be impeccable in every detail like a decent and attractive woman. If you have to use To use a metaphor to describe the city of Rome, she is indeed like a princess in distress: Although her body is dirty and mutilated, and she is dressed in rags, the unique temperament and charm of a king can already be recognized from her.

Early in the morning, the people of the city of Rome consciously went to the street to appreciate the demeanor of the leader of the Julius family from the north.Escorted by the heavy cavalry guards of the Gallic Legion, Caesar entered the city of Rome through the Capona Gate.

Today Caesar is more radiant and energetic than ever.He was riding on an agile, strong, and majestic black Persian warhorse, and he was wearing his most glorious tunic and sleeveless high priest's robes sewn with purple and crimson stripes.Under the cheers of the people and the sky full of flower petals, they marched towards the Roman Forum.People shouted Caesar's name and paid homage to him.His face was full of respect and admiration, expressing the highest respect for his great contribution to Rome.Caesar has a resolute, angular face with a faint confident smile.He frequently waved to the Roman people on both sides of the road to thank them for their welcome.

Next to Felavis sits the 21-year-old Antony, who is also the commander of the Roman Legion, on the same high-class Persian war horse.He was tall and handsome, with a short cloak wrapped around a gold necklace around his neck, and one side of the cloak was blown behind him by the wind, revealing the same scarlet lining as his tunic. His shoulder armor gleamed.The silver helmet was studded with red-dyed ostrich feathers.The broad forehead, high nose bridge, deep blue eyes and sexy lips made all the women in Rome who saw him for the first time excited and screamed.Throw petals to him without hesitation.

Anthony was sitting on the horse, his eyes were looking far ahead, his eyes were firm, and he was not moved by the woman's screams at all, which made the girls in Rome even more intoxicated and unable to stop, and also made him look more heroic.

On the wide and tall marble steps in front of the Great Hall of Amelia on the north side of the Roman Forum, all members of the Senate, led by the two consuls of the Roman Republic, Pompey and Massentius, waited there early With Caesar's arrival, the square was also full of nobles and merchants from Rome and nearby towns. The cheers of the crowd reached its peak before Caesar arrived at the gate of the Amelia Great Hall.

Pompey knew that Caesar, who had always been low-key, did not wear armor today, but wore the gorgeous high priest's robes on purpose to show himself.This is to let him know clearly that the Julius family has a sacred and inviolable position in Rome, and not to have any unrealistic and malicious thoughts about this fact.

"Caesar, my dear comrade-in-arms, I haven't seen you for five years, and you are still so healthy and full of vitality." Pompey opened his arms to welcome Felaves who was walking up the steps.The two hugged and looked at each other affectionately on the steps. The two had fought side by side in the Greek peninsula against the treachery of Sparta 30 years ago.If you put aside the conflicts of factional interests.The personal friendship between the two is still very strong.

Then Pompey introduced the representatives to Felavis one by one. Compared with the bright smiles on the faces of the Roman people, the smiles on the faces of the members of the House of Representatives seemed somewhat ulterior motives and insincere words.Caesar is firm and intimidating.The extremely penetrating eyes swept across the faces of the House members one by one.Let these gentlemen who are pampered and spend their days and nights dare not look at this experienced and decisive commander of the Roman legion.

After a grand welcome banquet.Pompey led Caesar to his private drawing room in the Senate.In addition to the genial sunlight that came in from the windows, the numerous lights made the room resplendent, with its splendid decorations and gilded ceilings and golden cornices.It made Felavis feel like he was in the most magnificent palace in the world.

As soon as he entered the Senate, Caesar still had some taboos. After all, this is Rome. Although his Gallic Legion is stationed outside the city, if there is a change, these brave and skilled soldiers will not be able to save him in a short time. .

Therefore, he insisted that Antony and Yang Rui be by his side to protect him, and Pompey did not raise any objection to Caesar's request.It seems that this big man in Rome has no intention of killing Caesar yet.

After taking a seat in the reception room, Pompey personally got a cup of soothing scented tea, then handed it to Caesar and said with a smile, "How is it? Have you had enough of the ghostly weather in Gaul, and you're starting to miss the gentle wind and drizzle in Rome?"

Caesar took the tea cup and said with a smile: "Not only the weather in Rome, but also the women here. They are all objects of my nostalgia!"

Pompeii smiled and said, "The banquet just now was just a show. In the evening, at my house, I will prepare another grand banquet for you. At that time, there will be so many women that you will not know what to do."

Caesar took a sip of the warm and sweet Ningshen scented tea, and said with a smile on the corner of his mouth, "That would be great. Gaul women are indeed not as gentle as Roman women, and they have boundless charm."

Pompey sat across from Caesar, looked at his old friend with a smile and said, "However, before the banquet tonight, I still need to discuss something with you."

Caesar glanced at Yang Rui and Anthony standing at the door, feeling a little wary in his heart, but his expression was always calm, and he asked lightly, "What do you want to talk to me about?"

Pompey was silent for a while before he said, "Your twenty Gallic legions are stationed outside the city. The Senate wants to know what your purpose is?"

Caesar had expected that Pompey would ask such a question, so he smiled and said, "That's my army. I can station them wherever I want."

"That's the army of the Republic!" Pompey's face became serious, and his voice raised a lot. He reminded Caesar: "This is the indestructible law of the Republic for hundreds of years. No one can break it, and the army cannot It belongs to any individual! You have committed a felony by doing so! And you did not surrender your military power before crossing the Rubicon River, and the life and death of the senate herald is unknown. I hope you can give me a reasonable explanation."

Speaking of which, the atmosphere in the room was a bit tense. Anthony at the door had already tightly held his big hand on the hilt of his sword, as if he was about to draw out his short sword to kill Pompeii at any time, while Yang Rui on the side was smiling and remained silent. , just quietly watching the two big figures in Rome in the room. (To be continued..)