Chapter 1169
This will allow the Dionysian Army to set up camp and store rations in the Arcadia Region. It will also protect this place from Sparta's armies from the north and the south, preventing them from threatening the new city of Megalopolis. "
He then looked at Lycomedes and said solemnly, "It will take at least three days to build the camp. After the camp is basically built, His Highness Cloto Catax will lead the main force eastward, pass through Tegea, and head north to reinforce Mandinia and defeat Sparta …"
His words caused a commotion among the Arcadian councilors. They discussed in low voices for a while, and they all agreed with the Diónia's plan, believing that they had thought it through.
The first to respond was Lycomedes, as he understood why the other party was looking at him. He immediately said, "We, the people of Mandinia, are confident that we can hold on for at least a month!"
Then, someone else said, "When our soldiers are assembled, we will rush to Mandinia as soon as possible and fight with the people of Sparta with you."
Printos replied with a serious expression, "Our soldiers are happy to have the opportunity to fight alongside the citizens of Arcadia! However, based on the current situation, I have a suggestion for you to consider … This is the center of your alliance, and there are many villages around it, but they lack sufficient protection. Although we will build a camp in the east to stop the invasion of Sparta, we are not familiar with the geography here. We do not know if Sparta will cross the mountains, bypass the camp, and launch a surprise attack on Megalopolis … Therefore, I suggest that you build an army here, and defend against the surprise attack of Sparta together with our army in the camp … "
When Printos made this suggestion, Cloto Catax was surprised, as it was a little different from the plan they had discussed before. However, he suppressed his doubts and did not raise any objections on the spot.
On the other hand, Printos's suggestion moved the Arcadian councilors. After a short discussion, they agreed.
At this moment, their attitude towards Cloto and Catax had greatly changed. They became much more enthusiastic. After all, the Spartans were currently invading the territory of the Arcadians. However, it was the Dionic army that blocked the Arcadians' way, preventing them from suffering too many casualties. It was inevitable that they would feel guilty.
After Cloto Catax and the rest bid farewell to the Arcadian councilors and rode their War Horses to catch up with the army, Printos took the initiative to explain to the young commander, "Your Highness, please forgive me for changing the previously discussed plan."
The previous military plan of Diónia was to let the Arcadia Union send an army to fight side by side with the Dionysian Army. This would not only enhance the friendship between the two sides, but at the same time, with the Arcadian army as a guide, it would undoubtedly allow the Dionysian Army to integrate into this unfamiliar war zone faster.
"I think Lord Printos must have an important reason for doing this," said Cloto Catax in a gentle tone.
The reason why Printos dared to make a decision on his own and change the plan was that he had a deeper understanding of Cloto Catax's character after spending some time with him. At this time, Cloto Catax's understanding made him feel reassured, and also made him more determined to assist the young prince.
Printos pulled himself together and said seriously, "Your Highness, although you are very magnanimous and did not pursue the assassination just now in order not to affect our alliance with the Arcadia Union, even if the assassins came from Olympia, how did they know that we would meet with the councilors of the Arcadia Union today? How did they wear the same color as the councilors of Arcadia, avoid the patrol of the Arcadian soldiers, and blend in with the troops? All of these must make us think deeply, because it will affect our next battle with Sparta. "
"You mean …" Cloto Catax said thoughtfully, "There are spies among the councilors of Arcadia?"
Printos further reminded, "The Arcadia Union has just been established, but the alliance between the city-states of Arcadia and Sparta has lasted for decades, the longest among all the alliances of Sparta. Although they have now betrayed Sparta, I think there are many people in their country who are close to Sparta …"
Cloto Catax thought for a moment with a solemn expression, and then said hesitantly, "You are worried that when we fight with the Arcadians, they will suddenly turn from allies to enemies? That is why you proposed to let the Arcadian army stay in Megalopolis and not let them meet with us? "
"Your Highness." Printos said sincerely, "In the past wars of the kingdom, His Majesty has cleverly instigated the internal strife of the enemy many times, thus shortening the time to achieve the final victory. Because of this, we have to be even more careful if the enemy uses this strategy on us, especially now that we have to go all out to fight against the powerful Sparta. If our allies suddenly attack us, the consequences will be unimaginable … So, for the sake of safety, it is safer for us to not let the Arcadians participate in the battle.
Moreover, with the current strength of our army, we can deal with the Sparta people. Without the burden of the Arcadian army, we will be able to command the army more smoothly, and we will be more determined in the battle! "
"I understand. Thank you, Lord Printos, for your reminder. I agree to carry out the new plan." Cloto Catax still had some doubts. "But … without the help of the allies, how can we get the help of the local people in the next battle? How can we not be seen as enemies by them? "
"Your Highness, not all of the cities of Arcadia have a close relationship with the Sparta people in the past."
Printos's reminder made Cloto Catax's eyes brighten up. "You mean Mandinia! It seems that while we are building the camp, we have to send someone to have a good talk with the Lycomedes. I hope he can send us some Mandinians as guides. "
"Yes, Your Highness," Printos said respectfully. This was not an act, but a sincere one. In his opinion, although this young prince lacked military experience, he was not only good at listening to the opinions of his subordinates, but also able to quickly draw inferences about other things once he was given some advice. He was definitely not a puppet that could be fooled easily. As expected of someone with the bloodline of Hades.
At this time, they had already caught up with the main army.
The soldiers, who had been marching for a long time, had already started singing the "Song of the Legion" under the command of the officers. Cloto Catax immediately rode close to the marching column and sang along with the soldiers without caring about his status. He even shook his head when he sang excitedly. Not only did the soldiers not find it funny, but it also made them feel close to him.
The vigorous and heroic singing washed away the fatigue of the soldiers, and it also echoed among the hills and mountains. Arcadia's councilors stopped to listen. Although the lyrics could not be heard clearly, it did not stop them from exclaiming, "The morale of the Diónia soldiers is very high!"
"Not only is their morale high, look at their equipment, look at their marching, this is a well-trained army, they are fully capable of fighting against Sparta!"
"Just fighting?! You and I have fought with the Sparta people many times. The Sparta soldiers are indeed well-trained, but how many of them are they? Look at this Dionysian Army, it has been so long, but I still haven't seen the tail of their army! I'm afraid the number that the Diónia general said is correct. They have more than 30,000 soldiers, I'm afraid the sparse Sparta soldiers are no match for them! "
"Can you tell the combat power of an army just by looking at their marching? I think in the end, we will only know who is stronger and who is weaker after the real battle! "
"In any case, with the powerful Diónia as an ally, we will feel very at ease!"
"Don't forget, the powerful Sparta was our ally in the past, but why do we still want to form an alliance? Sigh! I'm afraid that after we drive away the old wolf king, a new wolf king will be ushered in! "
"The key is that this new wolf king's faith is different from ours. They believe that Hades is the master of all gods! Otherwise, why would the Olympia assassinate the Diónia commander! Everyone, don't forget, Zeus is also the protector of our Arcadia Union! "
As soon as these words came out, there was a dead silence.
Lycomedes hurriedly said loudly, "Everyone, the covenant between us and Diónia states very clearly that both sides respect each other's religious beliefs, and will never slander or interfere with each other … You don't have to worry about this at all! Now that the Sparta army is attacking, it concerns the survival of the alliance. We need a powerful ally, Diónia, to help us defeat the enemy. This is the most important thing we should do at this time, and we can put other things aside for the time being! "
"Lycomedes is right!" Some councilors agreed loudly, but some remained silent.
Lycomedes felt a little helpless. This was the current situation of the alliance. In order to convince them these days, he had spent too much energy, and now he was a little tired …
… …
In the mansion of Ipamilonda in Thebes, Perópidas had just visited.
"Ipamilonda, what's wrong with you these two days? Every time after the end of a meeting, you immediately disappear. What are you doing hiding at home?!" As soon as Perópidas saw Ipamilonda, he put on a look as if he was going to interrogate him.
Ipamilonda knew his best friend well, and said faintly, "It's good for me to calm down and think when it's quiet at home."
Climax
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