"Caesar's purpose was to become the next consul of Rome, and we could support him and help him get the position he wanted. Pen "Fun" Pavilion www.biquge.info However, our request is that after he takes the position of consul, he will help us get the right to operate the Ticula mine. There is also half of the tax revenue from the ports of Koslin and Athens. ”

Luculus's straightforward conversation made Apis instantly understand that these people had found their purpose, and they were here to negotiate terms. To use a phrase from later generations to describe their approach is to make a fortune in the country. In the struggle for power, whoever can benefit himself will take refuge in him. They do not have a true republican, unlike Cato the Younger, who sincerely protects the republic, but forgets their interests and vacillates their positions.

"It shouldn't be difficult to operate the mine, but half of the tax revenue from the port of Koslin and Athens is probably not acceptable to Caesar. Anyway, though, I'll pass this information on to him. What else? What else do you want, I think there should be more than one condition for you to help Caesar. ”

Although reluctant to deal with the group, Apis had to deal with these matters on his own. That's the purpose of this trip to Rome. As for Octavia, it was a private matter, and Caesar did not know about it.

"Dear Tribune, you are so clever. We do have other conditions......"

Luculus then said-

"Doom...... My idea is that Caesar will have to win a seat for us in next year's election of counsel. You know, the interests of the three of us are linked, so if Caesar makes any of the three of us the legal counsel next year, then we will strongly support him in this year's election. ”

"Attorney-General?"

Sylvie's statement suddenly reminded Appis of something. Yes, the Roman Lawyer, an important position in which he could participate in the making of the law, together with the consuls, sent the provisions of the law that needed to be changed every year to the Senate for review and discussion, and finally revised and formulated a new law. Luculus's idea was to use his time as a lawyer to change the existing legal provisions of Rome in order to conform to his existing interests. In Rome, many people supported the election of consuls, and it was for this purpose that wealthy merchants supported their candidates, and once the person they supported became consuls, the original agreement would take effect. This time, Luculus wanted to take on the role of a lawyer directly, so that all the rules could be planned by himself.

And this year's lawyer, Batinius, was Caesar's presupposition, and sometimes, Apis was also laughing at that Batinius, since he was a gladiator, Apis knew that Batinius had been secretly supporting Caesar, however, after four years, this Roman nobleman finally had the opportunity to take up a position rich in oil and water.

"Yes, I think Caesar is not in a good position at the moment, and can even be said to be passive, because his power has reached its maximum after the Gallic Wars. And this just caused the dissatisfaction of the Senate and Pompey. So, in Rome, right now, there are voices condemning him. Although Caesar's prestige among the common people was high enough, what could this group of fools do? As soon as a few semblance of conspiracy were created, they would immediately take the side of anti-Caesar. ”

Appis did not speak, and continued to lie in the pool and enjoy the warm bath. Luculus continued.

"There's some truth to what you're saying, but there's one thing I don't quite understand."

Luculus said triumphantly, and Appis didn't immediately reach a consensus with them. In fact, Apis wanted to take this opportunity to learn more about the situation inside the Senate, for example, why there were people from the Senate who came to cooperate with Caesar, which Apis had not thought of before coming to Rome.

"You say."

Sylvie said patiently.

"Caesar was in such a difficult situation at home, why didn't you go to Pompey, or come to an agreement with the Senate directly? To achieve your goals and requirements? ”

Appis turned his head and stared at the two councillors, asking unhurriedly.

The water in the bathhouse was steaming with mist, and the room was filled with the smell of steam flowing through warm water. This reminded Apis of the modern hot spring baths he had enjoyed before the crossing, but they were not much more comfortable than those in ancient Rome. It is not only to discuss politics, but also to enjoy the luxurious civilization of ancient Rome. Appis thought.

"Pompey? Senate? They have their own candidates. Appis, you are a good soldier in the legion against the barbarians, but you may not know much about the current situation in Rome. Do you think the Senate is a fair and just place? Let me tell you, the whole Roman Senate, though it had six hundred men, was made up of these six hundred. But the real power is concentrated in the hands of a few people, who have a great deal of wealth and family glory. At the same time, they controlled the annual election of important Roman officeholders, at least until Caesar's arrival. And every year, those positions that can obtain rich profits are often finalized by these people in advance and manipulated elections, and these people are often their family members, or cronies, so many positions in Rome seem to be born under the holy election of the republic, but in fact, the interior is dirty, and outsiders cannot set foot in the core positions at all. If you want to get into that circle, you have to make use of some special means. ”

Appis noticed that the expression on Sylvie's face was more of resentment when he said this. It's no wonder that it's like within the legion, where the children of the nobility are often promoted to a specific position in a legion without participating in grassroots battles. It's like the Archon may not have experienced a single real battle and has the command of a legion. So, when Sylvie said these words, Apis still mostly believed it.

"And what about Pompey? The most powerful man in this republic is now in the city of Rome, so why don't you turn to him for help? ”

Appis then asked.

"Pompeo also has his own candidates. Like Caesar, he may not compromise with the Senate, but he has his own henchmen and candidates. ”

Sylvie raised her voice.

"You are not in this? So, take refuge in Caesar and try to use Caesar as a springboard to achieve your own ends? ”

"It's good that you understand. In fact, Caesar also understood that we need each other, don't we? This is the politics of Rome, and perhaps the agreement we need to reach in the current special circumstances. ”

Luculus replied. (To be continued.) )