Leo Charlie fixed his eyes on it, and it was the veteran Amintas who led the guards over to converge.

"Leo, if you continue to fight like this, everyone will die. Withdraw with your cavalry and phalanx. ”

"No, that's going to work."

"You're young, live a few more years. It is also a great honor to die on the battlefield at my age. It is better to sacrifice some than all. The middle lane has been surrounded, and I will direct them to continue the battle. How much can you retreat with light cavalry and phalanxes on both flanks. We are your royal highness. Fast! There will be no chance in a while! ”

"Ah~" Leo Charles yelled and nodded heavily.

"The troops on both flanks are moving closer to this side, follow me, and the light cavalry will attack in groups. Break through the enemy's right flank encirclement and return to the city! ”

"Kill~"

The Macedonian army was soon divided into two parts, and Leocharius took full advantage of cavalry mobility to withdraw part of the main force. The soldiers of the Amintas part fought to the death, intercepting the enemy as much as possible.

The old general was in high spirits and led the guards to launch one attack after another, cooperating with the infantry in battle. He had been left behind in Sicily to work as a soldier and horse coordinator because of his advanced age, and this time he heard that Podare Ríos had launched a general attack to help in the battle, but unfortunately he encountered such a difficult battle in the third game. But his sword is not old, and his fighting spirit still inspires the fighters behind the palace to fight endlessly.

The noble quality of the soldiers who sacrifice themselves for others, and the life and death between comrades-in-arms always run through the ranks. This tradition has created the Macedonian army's extremely strong fighting power.

The Roman army initially intended to eat the army completely, but was confronted with the trapped beasts of Amintas, and their incessant struggle greatly hindered the enemy's movements. The Roman legions simply did not chase the fleeing for the time being, and turned around to surround these recalcitrant rebels and completely wipe them out.

The Macedonian heroes who held their ground were all killed, and their sacrifices gave the allies a chance to retreat. Leo Charles withdrew with only a third of the original legions, most of which were light cavalry. It was under the full cover of the light cavalry that these Macedonian phalanx soldiers were able to return to the city alive instead of being wiped out by the Roman cavalry.

Leo Charis's forces suffered heavy losses, but they managed to retain some of their fresh forces and return to the city of Sagesta. He had already sent a signal corps, and at the same time closed the gates of the city to defend the results of the landing raid. Flavies' army followed closely and pursued them to the gates, besieging the city and waiting for the arrival of the besieging forces. Because their heavy equipment was left behind in the fierce and fast battle.

Podare Rios had already deployed to the flank of the enemy forces in Aretion as planned, preparing for the pre-battle work. At this moment, he was looking out of the camp tent to look at the terrain, when he suddenly saw three cavalrymen galloping in the distance, hurrying over. When they got closer, it turned out to be a Macedonian signal soldier, and the three of them fell off their horses without intermittent movements. It must be a hundred thousand urgent.

"Report to the general, the city of Sagesta is in an emergency.

After our legion successfully broke through the city, it defeated the enemy's reinforcements, and on the way to the pursuit, it was defeated by the main Roman Eagle Banner Regiment, and has now retreated to the coastal city. ”

Podare Rios knew that the situation was urgent, and hurriedly asked for details. The communications soldiers are out of breath and disheveled, but they have to answer every question clearly and clearly. Finally, add a sentence:

"Our army was outnumbered and besieged. At the last moment, General Amintas, from Sicily, stepped forward and stayed behind to contain the enemy, allowing the remaining troops to escape. ”

"Please rest, my warriors. I feel honored to be with you in the battle of such a heroic army. ”

Podarerios was already confident when he learned of this information from the front. He held a brief military meeting with the generals, at which everyone made an analysis of the current battle situation, and then turned their attention to the commander-in-chief. Podare Ríos said with a slight smile:

Now things were simpler, and Flavies left the city of Aretion with the best Roman soldiers. Give us a chance to wipe it out. ”

"Are we going to change our plans and abandon the favorable terrain we have gained?" Hrodas.

"What if we turn to Regulia and the enemy forces of Arettion attack us from the rear? Or cut off our grain routes? Everyone understands that the current naval fleet, which is cooperating with us, is not capable of undertaking the task of replenishing the four corps at sea. Don't forget that there was also a Roman legion north of Sagesta, and it was impossible to establish a stable transportation line with Milan. "Philottani.

Podare Rios disagreed, saying:

"I think you've been with the enemy for a long time, and you've formed a mindset. Who said I'm going to storm the city of Sagesta?

Since you don't understand, I think it's important to make it clear to you before you act: I'm going to fight the elite Roman troops on the plains and annihilate them all. I'm going to fight Flavies, not threaten him. Assembling heavy troops, but delaying for a long time, is also a disadvantage of using troops. It is not always advisable to create opportunities to storm the defensive line, and the enemy has strong fortifications to rely on. Taking the city will surely pay a great price for casualties. Now the fighters appeared, and Flavis left the fortifications.

The mighty Macedonian cavalry will unleash its ferocious fighting power on the plains, and we will win. Generals, don't hesitate to carry out your orders. Military orders are like mountains. ”

Podare Rios led his army towards Regulia and galloped to the aid of Leo Charis.

The Roman Praetorian Guard and the Eagle Banner Army began to attack the city, and the defenders put up stubborn resistance. At this time, the role of the backbone of the Campanian legion was fully demonstrated, and they miraculously blocked the two crazy attacks of the Roman army with the spirit of never giving up and not surrendering. Just when the leader of Julius was not satisfied, another Roman reinforcement arrived. He thought it was time for an all-out attack.

Leo Charlie remained unmoved, calmly directing the soldiers to do the defense. No matter how desperate the reality is, he doesn't complain or get discouraged, and finally looks forward to reinforcements.

Flavies was taken aback, "Could it be the Aloyos Legion?" ”

"They actually passed through the defense zone? Or is there something wrong with the capital? The enemy's actions are becoming more and more incredible, and it seems that this Podare Rios is really not ordinary. I used to laugh at him for not drying up, what a powerful character. ”

The Roman army, under artillery fire, immediately stopped the siege and withdrew to the plain.

The three Macedonian armies have been mixed into a single unit, and the ranks are very tight. The defenders of the city also came out to join the battle, and the Macedonian army was superior in numbers.

The Roman army was still deployed side by side in the Praetorian Guard and the Eagle Banner. Shiny armor, beautiful rectangular infantry formations, the elite Roman legions represent the best of their military tradition.

The two armies galloped like the wind all the way, galloping. There will be a historic showdown with this eventually.

(End of chapter)