The Three Kingdoms Voyage

Chapter 330
"Are you crazy?" Maximus sneered, interrupted Aurelinus, and put the wine bowl on the table heavily: "We are barbarians in their eyes, how can we be Romans? emperor?"

Aurelinus was unmoved, but raised his eyebrows: "Why not? The Severus family is not an authentic Roman, and...Alexander is not a descendant of Severus at all, he can be the emperor of Rome, Why can't we."

Maximus was at a loss for words for a moment. It was a secret, but for someone like him, it was not a secret.Whether it is Alexander or his dead cousin Elagabas, outsiders say that they are both sons of Caracalla, but in fact they have nothing to do with Caracalla.Momia's mother, Julia Mesa, is the younger sister of Severus Queen Julia Domna. After Caracalla's death, the blood of the Severus family has actually been broken. It was Julia who sacrificed her daughter Soamias for the throne. Clearly, it is said that Elagabalus was the illegitimate son of Caracalla, and he inherited the throne. The situation of Alexander is exactly the same, and Alexander is still the adopted son of Esgarbalus in name, but in fact they are only cousins. .

But this kind of thing is a secret. Except for a few people who know it, everyone thinks that Alexander is really Caracalla's blood, including people like Quintus. Otherwise, Alexander and his mother would have been kicked out of power long ago.

Of course, this has nothing to do with Maximus' support, but now that Maximus has become Alexander's enemy, he will naturally not cover up for Alexander anymore.However, Maximus still hesitated, as a barbarian, could he really be the emperor of Rome?

"The group of people in the Senate only have interests in their eyes, and they don't care about others." Aurelinus saw Maximus's hesitation, and smiled easily: "Alexander, for his own benefit, took the The benefits obtained by the State were handed over to his cronies, and who else in the Senate got the benefits except for a few people who were closer to him? The people in the Senate are now eager to drive Alexander out of power. However, If Alexander really defeated the Sassanids and took back Armenia, his exploits will subdue those soft-boned nobles, and at that time, even if we disclose this secret, it will not be of much use.”

Maximus nodded silently. The emperors of Rome did not pay attention to blood lineage. Whoever holds the real power can be the emperor. This is how the Severus family came to the throne. Now, the real power rests with him In the hands of Maximus, why can't he be emperor?Although he was born as a barbarian, but now he also has the status of a Roman citizen, who can say that he is not a Roman?Instead of waiting to be deprived of his rights step by step by Alexander, leaving sadly or even dying in vain, it is better to take a chance and maybe win the bet.

Maximus' eyes lit up, he pulled his beard, scratched his rough face, and said with some worry: "Now we are fighting the Sassanids, we want to turn against Alexander and defeat his [-] new troops first, If the Sassanids rush out again, aren't we clearing the way for the Sassanids?"

"Sassanian?" Aurelinus smiled silently, very proudly: "He is not our enemy, but our friend."

Maximus' eyes flashed, he pondered for a moment, and forced a smile: "When did you come and go with the Sassanians?"

"It was in Axum." Aurelinus said triumphantly, and drank the wine in his glass, but he didn't pay attention to the sharpness in Maximus' eyes.

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Alexander was standing in front of the map, and Escanomi was pointing at the map and was analyzing the military situation. He was very excited, with a pile of white foam hanging from the corner of his mouth, which made Alexander a little disgusted, but the current Escanomi was very important to him. Importantly, he still held back the nausea in his heart, and watched Escanomi explain with a smile.

The meaning of Escanomi is very simple, seize the opportunity of the Sasanian army to return to the reinforcements and fight Shapur. As long as you defeat Shapur’s 2 people, this battle will be a complete victory. You can get a lot of spoils and make the soldiers rich. Morale will be greatly boosted, and Alexander's throne will be firmly established. At that time, even if Ardashir withdraws from Guishuang, there is nothing they can do in the short term.If the time drags on for too long, and Ardasil abandons Guishuang and turns around to fight Rome with all his strength, then the best outcome of this battle is a draw. At that time, the morale that has just been accumulated will be lost again, and Shapur may give up Guishuang and storm Rome. For Alexander, this is burning himself.

Alexander readily agreed, and immediately agreed on a candidate with Escanomi. In order to monopolize this battle, Escanomi proposed that the Guards be responsible for deceiving the enemy, and Maximus would fight the Sasanians first. Then pretended to be invincible and retreated, while Escanomi led the new army to ambush the Sassanids in dangerous places.

Alexander was elated, thinking that after this battle, he would defeat the Sassanians, and according to the agreement between him and his mother Momia, he could become the real Roman emperor, and he couldn't restrain his excitement.Escanomi was also very excited. As long as Alexander took power, he would follow suit, have a prosperous official career, and enter the Senate just around the corner.

"It's just... Will Maximus agree? The guards have always been the main force before." Escanomi said worriedly while excited.Alexander dismissively said: "The guards are my guards, not Maximus's guards, can he still disobey my orders?"

"Maximus has mastered the Guards for many years, and many of his generals are his confidantes. Besides him, I am afraid that even His Majesty may not be able to command them." Escanomi said sourly: "In my opinion , it’s better to discuss it with him first, lest he object to His Majesty’s opinion in front of everyone, which would be bad.”

Alexander was a little embarrassed, but it was true when he thought about it. Most of the officers in the Guards were promoted by Maximus, and they respected Maximus far more than he, the emperor.He had people invite Maximus, and explained his plan. Maximus agreed, clapping his chest, and said that he would obey His Majesty's order, which made Alexander a little overjoyed.

With the cooperation of Maximus, Alexander quickly set the time for the decisive battle. On that day, Maximus led the [-] guards to fight Shapur. Wan Xinjun was lurking in a valley five miles behind.

Standing on a hill that was not too tall, Alexander was in high spirits.He was a little excited when he thought that after this battle, he would become the real Roman emperor.

Half an hour later, Maximus crossed the valley with an army pretending to be defeated. Shapur followed closely. Seamus flanked back and forth and completely swallowed Shapur's 2 horses. Unexpectedly, he and Shapur fought for a long time, but he did not see the shadow of Maximus. The iron cavalry still failed to persist to the end, and almost the entire army was wiped out. Escanomi was killed on the spot, and Alexander was also trapped in it. Seeing that there was no hope of breaking through, Alexander knew that he had been fooled by Maximus, and he was ashamed , drew his sword and killed himself.

Shapur won more with less, and returned with a big victory. Maximus declared that Alexander underestimated the enemy's prestige, and that his death was not a pity. He then led his army back. The emperor, at the same time, sent envoys to put pressure on the Senate, asking them to recognize his status as emperor.

The disappearance spread to Rome, and there was an uproar in Rome. The Senate was noisy and divided into two factions. Some insisted on reorganizing the new army, crusading Maximus, and maintaining the dignity of the empire. It is enough to block the attack of the Sassanians. If Maximus is pushed into a hurry, he may surrender to the Sassanians, and the fall of Rome is imminent.

While they were arguing endlessly, Momia, in grief and indignation, decisively summoned those Roman nobles whose relatives had died in the war, and asked them to put pressure on the Senate together, and at the same time united with the main combat faction in the Senate, A speech was delivered to the Roman citizens in the square, denouncing Maximus for being ungrateful and colluding with the Sassanids in an attempt to overthrow Rome.Although she didn't know the truth, this statement was supported by most Romans. After all, the Sassanids did not take advantage of the great victory to attack Rome. Had to pass a resolution to reorganize the new army, attack Maximus, and defend Rome.

Maximus was furious and led his army to Rome, preparing to seize the throne by force. The Romans were panicked. Momia decided to ask for help from Vietnam, and Quintus, the envoy, rushed to Axum.

When Sun Shao received the news, he was stunned and speechless. He had reminded Alexander to be on guard against Maximus, but at that time it was out of the need to prevent things that would go wrong. The Sasanians killed Alexander and made themselves emperor.It seems that the fact that the Roman throne does not emphasize blood is not necessarily a good thing. If this happened in the Han Dynasty, I am afraid that Maximus would not be so bold. Whether it was Dong Zhuo back then or Cao Cao later, they did not dare to do it in one step. , proclaiming himself emperor.And Maximus, as a barbarian, dared to crown himself emperor, which can make Zhao Taizu, who was later added in yellow robe, more courageous.

"You want me to help?" Sun Shao scratched his head: "I only have a navy, and I don't have any powerful infantry and cavalry. Even if I want to help, I have no power."

Quintus kowtowed again and again, but Sun Shao just sighed. The development of the matter was beyond his expectation. The original plan to use Guishuang and Rome to contain the Sassanids all fell through. Rome had already fallen into the vortex of civil war. The Sasanians are already in danger, and the Sassanians can now take care of the Guishuang people. With Guishuang's strength, it is estimated that they will succumb in a short time.

Alas, it is a pity that I have worked so hard.Thinking of this, Sun Shao hated Maximus so much, it was this barbarian who smashed his wishful thinking to pieces in one fell swoop.

"It's not that I don't help you, it's that I'm powerless." Sun Shao said helplessly to Quintus: "I only have 1 horses here, and they are all infantry. What's the use of rushing to Rome?" ? Can it help you stop the traitor Maximus?"

Quintus just sobbed, knelt down for a long time, and finally held out a map: "If the king is willing to help, we are willing to open the Mediterranean Sea to the king. From then on, the Mediterranean Sea will allow the king's fleet to travel freely."

Sun Shao's eyebrows twitched, and he thought that the Romans were really impatient, and they were willing to open up the Mediterranean Sea. If they accepted this condition, then the Mediterranean Sea would be their own from now on. Among other things, those islands in the sea would be a great fortune what.

"This..." Sun Shao hesitated a little. His heart was moved, but he was also very clear about the difficulties in front of him. With his current strength, he couldn't deal with the Sassanids at all. He was the boss when he got into the sea, but he went ashore Well, that was the world of the Sassanids. It would not be a big problem to help the Romans deal with Maximus, but it seemed too early to fight against the Sassanids.

"Your Majesty, this is a letter written by Queen Mother Momia." Seeing that Sun Shao was silent, Quintus quickly took out a letter from his pocket and handed it over.Before coming, Momia told him that if Sun Shao still refused to agree to the conditions he proposed to open the Mediterranean Sea, then take out this letter and fight or fail here.Quintus didn't know what Momia said in it, and he doubted whether it would be effective, but so far, only dead horses can be used as living horse medicine.

Sun Shao took the letter suspiciously, opened it for a glance, his brows twitched, then stood up, took two steps towards Quintus, opened his eyes wide, wanted to ask something, but didn't say anything , Holding the letter in both hands, I read it again and again, finally gritted my teeth, and made up my mind: "Okay, I will help you, I will immediately order the fleet to enter the Mediterranean Sea, I don't know if I can stop the Sasanians, but I will help you repel Maximus." I'm sure about that traitor. After you go back, tell your queen mother not to panic. Maximus killed the king and became self-reliant. He is unpopular. As long as he survives this for a while, when his vigor weakens, You will have a chance to counterattack. Rome has been established for 800 years, and it will not be destroyed by a barbarian. Unfortunately, Alexander died early, I am grateful to him for his respect, and I will treat me as a friend. I will help him keep Rome at all costs."

Quintus was ecstatic, he couldn't believe his eyes, Sun Shao had never been so excited about the sea power in the Mediterranean, why did he let go when he saw Momia's handwritten letter?It seems that the queen mother is a hero among women, and there are things that ordinary people can't match.With Sun Shao's promise, he was overjoyed and rushed back to Rome immediately.

Momia was rewarded with great confidence. She announced to the Senate the alliance with Yue, which strengthened the confidence of the Senate.Hearing that the powerful and wealthy Yue State would send a fleet to help them resist Maximus, the restless Senate gradually believed Momia's words, and they immediately acted, speeding up the formation of a new army, recruiting Roman citizens into the army, and pieced together More than 5 people were handed over to the veteran nobleman Gordian to lead them.Gordian was a dignitary, his father was a descendant of Gracchus, and his mother came from the royal family of Tulazhi. He himself was the governor of Armenia and had rich political and combat experience.At this time, he was nearly eighty years old, but he was still ordered in the face of danger. He was appointed as the supreme general, and the morale of the Romans gradually stabilized.

In order to inspire people, Momiya ordered the news of the alliance with Yue to be widely disseminated to further stabilize people's hearts.After Ardasil heard about it, he gave up the plan to besiege the Guishan people, signed an alliance with the Guishan people, and then rushed back to Taixifeng with an army. .

When the news reached Axum, Axum was in a mess. Not only the people of Axum were frightened, but even the Han merchants became a little nervous. Although there were [-] elites from the Yue Kingdom in Axum, there were [-] Sasanian cavalry. In the field, there must be no hope at all, even if the city is defended, there is a huge disparity in troops.Now it can be seen that the Sassanids’ attack on Rome was fake, but their attack on Yue was real. Yue was the richest country, but its military strength was the weakest. After defeating Yue, the Sassanids could fully control the trade routes and completely reverse the situation. No one can resist their soldiers anymore.

Fortunately, the Yue people have boats, and they can still run if they can’t beat them. As long as they go to the sea, no matter how powerful the Sasanian cavalry is, they can’t catch up to the sea. As for Tianzhu, no matter how powerful Ardasil is, can he be stronger than Alexander back then?When he hits Tianzhu, he probably won't be able to do anything.

All of a sudden, the Han merchants in Axum City withdrew one after another. When Axum King Walag heard this, he immediately became anxious. If Sun Shao ran away, what else would he use to claim credit from Shapur?He rushed to the palace immediately, kneeling in front of Sun Shao with snot and tears, begging him not to abandon Axum no matter what. At that time, the brutal Sassanids would surely massacre the city, and the innocent Axumians would fall into a miserable hell.

"The Aksum people are also the king's subjects, please protect them." Warrag kowtowed his head.

Sun Shao had a complicated expression, he thought about it, and finally agreed reluctantly.Afraid that Sun Shao would go back on his word, Varage immediately asked Sun Shao to issue an edict to appease the people in the city, announcing that he would live and die with them, but Sun Shao couldn't stand his begging and agreed, and then Walag left the palace contentedly.

In June of the 16th year of the Republic, Ardashir's [-] light cavalry, led by Prince Alpha, rushed to the outside of Axum City, and first cut off the connection between Axum City and the sea. Half a month later, Ardashir personally Leading the army to Axum, looking at the battle flag of the King of Yue fluttering above the city, Ardashir finally showed a satisfied smile.

After more than half a year of planning and traveling tens of thousands of miles, I finally caught the real prey.Ardashir couldn't suppress his excitement, and couldn't help but shouted to the sky.This abominable King of Yue, instead of staying in his own country, ran thousands of miles away to make trouble. If he hadn't made trouble in it, neither Guishuang nor Rome could suppress the rise of Sassan, but he just did it. A four-nation alliance wants to unite Guishuang and Rome to attack the Sasanians. Thanks to the blessing of Ahura, Shapur buried the dark chess as early as a year ago, breaking the most powerful Rome to pieces. Sun Shao was trapped in the city of Axum.Thinking of Valag in the city, Ardashir couldn't help but turned his head and glanced at Shapur, and the father and son smiled in agreement.

Alpha saw it, and curled his lips inadvertently. Shapur killed the Roman Emperor Alexander in the first battle. He made great contributions and his position was even more unshakable. Under one person, above ten thousand people.

"Father, I don't have Shapur's strategy, I only have bravery. I am willing to be the vanguard of the siege, the first to climb to the top of the city, and capture that king of Yue to kneel before father's horse." He patted his chest proudly and said.

Ardashir was in a good mood, and he looked at Alpha very earnestly. He could understand Alpha's current mood, but he also knew the bravery of this son. Might as well be a good thing.

"Alpha, I give you a chance to show your courage, let the people of Yue see how brave the descendants of Ahura are, let them know how unwise it is to fight us, and surrender early. Go, don't let me disappointment."

Alpha was overjoyed, bowed his body to salute, turned and left.Not long after, he rode a tall horse and brought two close guards to a place about a hundred paces away from the city wall, and raised the scimitar in his hand high.

The Sasanian army behind them burst into a tidal cry, like waves of raging waves, galloping towards the top of the city.

"What is this idiot going to do?" Sun Shao leaned on the city wall and looked at the Sassanians demonstrating below the city, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.Could it be that the Sassanids still advocated this kind of competition-style heads-up, where the winner should be determined by personal martial arts?If this is the case, then why send an army of [-], just send one who can fight the most.

"This is the Sasanian Prince Alpha, who is said to be the bravest of Ardashir's sons." Valag explained with a smile: "He must use his bravery to boost morale and undermine our confidence. .However, he made a mistake this time, the king has countless warriors under his tent, how could he be afraid of a Sasanian."

Sun Shao glanced at him, patted him on the shoulder, and laughed loudly: "Warag also knows me. You are really right. I am not afraid of this kind of law. Since he is rushing to die, I might as well fulfill it." Ah, so that the people in the city can feel at ease, knowing that we have enough ability to defend the city of Axum."

"What the king said is true." Varag smiled obsequiously.

Sun Shao turned around and hooked his finger at Tu Hu: "You are also a prince, go and meet this prince and see which prince is more powerful."

Tu Hu bowed and accepted the order with a blank face: "Here."

(End of this chapter)