Speaking of this, Leoticides sneered: "Perhaps in the eyes of the Arcadians, no matter how vicious the Spartans are, he is also his own family; And whatever we Dionyas have said and done, they are foreigners. They will be wary of Sparta, but they will be even more worried about the real intentions of our Dionians to suddenly break into the Peloponnese......"

Klotocatas pondered for a while before he asked uncertainly, "General, do you think that with Sparta taking the initiative to sue for peace, the Arcadians will reunite with the Spartans and fight against us?" ”

"This is a speculation of mine, otherwise it would not have been several days and the Arcadians would still not have sent a messenger...... However, the situation in the Peloponnese is already complicated, and I have been away from this place for decades, and I do not know much about the area of Arcadia today, and my judgments may not be accurate, and it is possible that the Arcadians are willing to cooperate with us in the hope that we can help them get rid of Sparta once and for all. Leoticides said cautiously.

Crotokataks began to be a little worried: "What if the Arcadians really reconciled with Sparta and did not agree with the passage of our army from their territory?" ”

"It's very simple, ignore them, and directly lead the army to force through, we have such a powerful army, they don't dare to stop it at all."

Leoticides' answer was stiff, but Klotocatax frowned: "But this will provoke the displeasure of the Arcadians. ”

"We, as outsiders, forcibly invaded the Peloponnese, which has long aroused the suspicion and dissatisfaction of these conservative Peloponnesian people. But as long as Sparta is completely defeated, the other city-states of the Peloponnese, even if they are dissatisfied, will be intimidated by our strength. Leoticides' flat tone was tinged with disdain.

Crotocatats did not agree with what Leoticides said, but he did not object to it, but continued to listen attentively.

"Even though Sparta may receive reinforcements from the Persians, it will be easier for us to defeat it head-on with our existing forces, not to mention that Your Highness has brought with you a multi-legion—" Leoticides asked bluntly, "Is it just to deal with a Sparta, which has been greatly weakened?" ”

Klotocatax hesitated for a moment, and quietly glanced at Printors next to him, who nodded slightly.

So Crotokatak said frankly: "The defeat of Sparta is only our initial goal, and Your Majesty hopes that we can use this victory to unite the Greek city-states, dominate the political situation in the whole of Greece, and squeeze out the Persians, so that Greece can truly become a powerful barrier to the kingdom!" ”

Crotocátarchs said something that Leoticides expected, and he said with a serious expression: "It is not so easy for the kingdom to replace Sparta as the leader of Greece. These powerful states of Greece would not succumb easily, especially Athens. The Athenians, like the Spartans, regarded Greece as their own and would not allow foreign powers to fight for it, so in order to complete the task given to them by His Majesty, it was necessary to bring Athens to its knees.

Also, beware of the Thebans. Although they are our allies, they do not necessarily support our control of Greece...... In short, Athens, Thebes, Argos, Corinth...... Don't trust them too much, Your Highness, the only thing you can trust is this powerful army you lead, as long as you win a few more battles, your goal will eventually be achieved. ”

Klotokatax fell into contemplation for a while before nodding solemnly: "Thank you for your reminder, General, I will keep it in mind!" ”

"Before I leave, I hope Your Highness will grant me a request."

"Tell me."

"My eldest son, Tertotis, is a 17-year-old minor, and this time he has come to Messenia as my own soldier, and I originally intended to take him on a walk around Spartan territory...... But it can't be done now. There was a rare trace of regret on Leoticides' face: "But after he learned of his origins, he now refuses to leave with me, and insists on seeing his so-called mother state with his own eyes...... So I hope that Your Highness will keep him and satisfy his-"

"That's no problem, he can stay and be my personal soldier, and come with me into Sparta in the future." Klotockatux took a bite to take.

Sending Leoticides away, Crotokatácáques looked at the chief of staff: "Lord Printors, what do you think of what General Prosous said?" ”

"Your Highness." Printols said seriously: "General Prosious not only has strong command skills, but also excellent administrative ability, whether it is the pacification of the Sikerians or the conquest of the mountain Gaul after a series of disposition arrangements for the conquered land, which not only quickly stabilized the situation, but also can be in line with the laws of the kingdom...... Coupled with the fact that he himself grew up here and knows more about Greece than we do, what he says should be taken seriously! As he said, since we have no roots in Greece itself, if we want to dominate the situation in Greece as a whole, I am afraid that we will have to make more of a fuss about it militarily. ”

Klotocatax was thoughtful.

………………………………………………

In the evening, Adores came to the camp tent.

Crotokataks himself came out to greet him.

However, when Adoris saw him, he immediately gave a military salute: "Adoris, the captain of the third brigade of the First Legion, greets the commander!" ”

Klotocatax hurriedly said: "Big brother, just the two of us, don't tease me!" ”

"The kingdom's army is the most disciplined, and if I see a commander casually, tomorrow I will be laughed at by my colleagues and soldiers, and even impeached by a military judge!" Arris said solemnly: As a commander, you must also have the majesty of a commander! ”

Klotocatax blushed for a while, and hurriedly returned the military salute solemnly.

It wasn't until he walked into the battle that Adoris relaxed a little, he looked at the empty military tent, saw the banquet in the middle, and said, "Klotto, you asked me to come to the banquet?" ”

"I've been in Rome for the past few years, and we haven't seen each other for a long time! Let's get together today! Crotocatacs said emotionally.

"It's okay to party, but first of all, it's okay not to drink." Adorys reminded.

"Don't worry, as a commander, I won't take the lead in making mistakes." Klotocatax smiled and beckoned Adoris to sit at the table.

"I really didn't expect Kloto to be the new commander! I've been in the army for so many years, and now I haven't become a legion commander! Adores sat down and let out a sigh.

"I didn't expect to be a commander either!" Klotocatax replied with some embarrassment: "Maybe my father has his considerations...... Anyway, it was Chief of Staff Printoles and several corps commanders who actually made the plans and gave the orders, so you shouldn't worry......"

"Klotto!" Adoris looked at him and said angrily: "Since you are already a commander, then you have to assume the responsibility of a commander, the lives of thousands of soldiers are in your hands, it is not a child's play, you must raise your spirits, seriously consider their suggestions, and carefully give the right orders, so as to live up to your father's expectations!" ”

"Big brother is right!" Klotocatax quickly admitted his mistake and said: "I will do my best to be a good army commander, but I hope to get your support from the eldest brother!" ”

"Of course I'll support you!" Adoris replied without hesitation: "As long as you don't mess around, I will mobilize all the soldiers of the First Legion to support you!" ”

"Thank you, big brother!" Klotocatax scooped a bowl of chicken soup for Adores, and then asked, "How is General Quetzus becoming the commander of the First Legion?" ”

"The person appointed by the Ministry of Military Affairs is the right choice!" Adoris took a sip of soup and said with a little excitement: "Two hours ago, Ketissus came to our First Legion station and convened a meeting of officers at the rank of company commander and above, and the scene turned out to be lively! Do you know that more than half of the 8 captains and 40 company captains were his soldiers back then, and they all surrounded him and called him the old commander...... It was only the first time they met, and the First Legion had already been taken over by Kthisus. ”

Seeing his envious look, Klotockatak thought for a moment and asked, "How is the morale of the soldiers now?" ”

"Very good...... It's not so good either. Adores gave this contradictory answer, and then explained: "The soldiers of the First Legion are very eager to take on the Spartans and prove that our First Legion is the best warrior in the Mediterranean. However, when they landed in Messenia, the Spartans retreated, much to the disappointment of the soldiers, who were eager to invade Spartan territory and conquer the city-state that had dominated Greece for decades, but now remain in Messenia to help the Messenians build cities and houses...... Despite the gratitude of the Messenians, there were no small complaints in the hearts of the soldiers......"

"I believe that it won't be long before their wish comes true." Klotocatax said, remembering something, and took out a few letters from his bosom: "This is a letter from your sister-in-law and sister (Cynthia), who have been to the main temple of Hades every day to pray for Hades to bless you to return safely. ”

Adoris took the letter and didn't read it, he stuffed it directly into his arms, and then said solemnly: "Klotto, there is one thing I must remind you, you can't stop me from sending me important military missions because I am your brother, or even let me lead the company to the battlefield...... If you want to do that, I don't recognize you as a brother! ”

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