Chapter 389
Atilikrus pondered for a long time before he raised his head and stared at the Devers. "I promise you that Lijim will hand over the fleet to Diónia, and will fully support Diónia's proposal in the Southern Alliance meeting. Of course, you have to understand that this is not because you are my son-in-law, but because the Lijim have always wanted to inflict serious damage on Syracuse! "
After Atilikrus left, the Devers invited an old friend of Diónia, Cypross, who was now the Chief General of Triene.
When the Devers asked for Cypross's support, he readily agreed. It was not only because Triene and Diónia were now very close to each other, and had close trade relations with the nearby city of Knappetia and the Bruti region, but it was also because of Triene's need for their own safety. Cypross said to him, "Sir Devers, you don't actually need to get Triene's support in advance. Your proposal will easily gain the support of the Southern Alliance, because Crotone, Sirium, Corunna, and us, Triene and the Lockley Alliance have been mortal enemies for decades, and this has become the biggest problem that has plagued us for many years. If we can get rid of him in one fell swoop, we will be overjoyed, so why would we object?"
As Cypross had said, during an emergency meeting of the Southern Alliance held in the hotel next to the Senate, which was specially used to receive envoys and VIPs from other city-states, the other city-states unanimously agreed that when war broke out between Diónia and Lockley, the Southern Alliance would form a joint army to fight against them, and at the same time, prepare for war with Syracuse.
When the meeting ended, it was already late at night. The generals sent off the Devers and were about to return to the hotel when they suddenly heard Lysias shouting, "Look at the sky!"
Streaks of silver light streaked across the night sky in the southwest, and they were exceptionally dazzling in the pitch-black sky.
General Prethenis of the West Courtyard widened his eyes and looked carefully. He said disapprovingly, "This kind of night scene happens many times every year. There's nothing special about it."
"But that happened in July and August. It's rare to see something like this in September," said Lucias.
"It's indeed rare in this season," General Frielis of Corunna said solemnly.
"This is an auspicious sign!" Cypross shouted excitedly: "Immortal Constellation has the hero Perseus, he killed the vicious Medusa. Now, we have finally made up our minds to declare war on the tyrannical Dionysius to eliminate this tyrant who has been threatening the safety of the Greek city-states and people for more than a decade. Isn't this what the hero Perseus hoped for? "
"Cypross is right. As long as the Southern Alliance is united, our strength will surpass that of Syracuse. We can deal a heavy blow to Syracuse just like how Perseus killed Medusa, and restore the independence and freedom of the Greek city-states of Sicily! "Atilius said encouragingly.
Some of the other generals were deep in thought, while others kept nodding, as if this would reduce the tension of a possible war with Rockley and Syracuse …
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When the Devers returned home, he was already very tired, but when he heard Aristiras' arrival, he still forced himself to stay awake and met him in the study.
"Sir, we've already found out who booked the room for Megalis. He's a merchant from Loke who often comes to Turil to buy wine. Hence, the owner and waiters of the hotel are very familiar with him. However, it's a pity that he left Turií nine days ago and returned to Rockley, "Aristiras reported.
"The merchant from Rockley … Hmph, he was not wrongly accused." The Devers sneered. In fact, it was obvious that Rockley was the prime suspect. Ever since the Polyxis case, the people of Turií, and even the people of Diónia, were more vigilant against the people of Syracuse who entered their territory. On the contrary, the people of Rockley, who were allies of Syracuse, had a good attitude.
"Is there any progress on the investigation of that woman?" The Devers asked again.
"Yes, we have. She is the concubine of a former noble of Crimissa who was sentenced in the Polyxis case not long ago. She came to Turií with a few family members of those sentenced in the previous case. Sir Matonis has already sent people to find and arrest them. "
It was Crimissa again! The Devers felt that he should write a letter to the governor of Crimissa, Protesilaus, and ask him to strengthen the management and reorganization of the residents of Crimissa.
At the same time, he was thinking about whether he should propose to the Senate to set up a patrol department to lead and coordinate the patrols of the various cities, strengthen the maintenance of the city's order, and arrest criminals … In other words, he should raise the status of the patrol team and make it more professional, instead of always letting citizen soldiers take turns to do the job.
Thinking about this matter over and over again in his mind, Daves unknowingly came to Kristoya's bedroom. When he noticed it, he hurriedly gestured to Asuna, who was outside the room, and prepared to quietly leave.
At this time, Cristoya's voice came from inside the room, "Is it Devers?"
"Why aren't you sleeping at this late hour? It's not good for you and the child in your belly, "the Devers complained softly.
"How am I supposed to sleep if you don't come back after what happened today!" Cristoya's voice was filled with deep concern, "I want you to sleep with me tonight."
"Okay! Okay! " The Devers walked into the room and sat down by the bed, "Look at me, I'm fine."
Asuna quickly lit the candles and went to boil water to wash the Devers's face and feet.
Cristoya carefully moved her round belly, leaning against the Devers and hugging him tightly, "Aegnis and I were really scared when we heard that you were attacked by assassins! It's all thanks to Hades' protection! "
"Yes, it's all thanks to Martius! He's still lying in the hospital, unconscious! " The Devers sighed and said hatefully, "So this time, the Senate has decided to take revenge on Rockley and Syracuse!"
"That means … there's going to be another war, and it's with Syracuse …" Cristoya trembled when she heard this and said worriedly, hugging Devers even tighter.
The Devers gently stroked her back and comforted her, "Don't you understand me? When have I ever lost a war? But if that's the case, I'm afraid I won't be by your side when you give birth. "
The disappointment on Cristoya's face disappeared in a flash, and she comforted the Devers in a gentle voice, "Don't worry about me. With Asuna and Aegnis taking care of me, and those students of yours (Herpes and the others) coming to see me regularly, I'll give birth smoothly, just like last time. But you have to protect yourself. If you … What will happen to me, Aegnis, little Crowe, Cynthia, Adoris, the child in your womb, and everyone who loves and relies on you?! "At this point, her voice was choked with sobs.
The Devers could only hug her and comforted her softly, "Don't worry, I have Hades' protection, there won't be any danger! And this time, for my safety, the Senate has added another hundred guards for me, so the security will be even tighter. But this way, our family won't be able to stroll around the Turií market easily in the future. Do you remember the last time we … "
Cristoya's light snores rang out. She had fallen asleep at some point. The Devers laid her down and gently covered her with a blanket. He stared at her pretty face that was frowning slightly, and a thought that had been suppressed in his heart was rapidly expanding …
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The next day was the start of the Diónia rugby finals. The Turií didn't stop because of yesterday's incident. It was held on time as usual, and the people filled up the arena early in the morning.
When the noise began to fill the huge arena, the people saw the Consul that they had been worried about for the whole night appear in the VIP seats. He smiled and waved to the people around him, and all the rumors were dispelled.
The people let out deafening cheers, and the entire arena began to boil.
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While the people of Diónia in Turií were cheering for the opening of the rugby finals, Fraulein, the envoy sent by the Senate, was already on a boat to Locri.
At this time, Fraulein was already an intermediate judge of Diónia. He had just stepped down from his post in Amendolara and was waiting for a new appointment in Turií. The Senate appointed him as an envoy to Locri precisely because he was no weaker than Aristotle in eloquence and reasoning. At the same time, he was more tactful and experienced than Aristotle in handling matters. After all, he had been a public official in Diónia longer than Aristotle.
Fraulein gladly accepted. It wasn't that he didn't know the danger of the trip, but it was also a great opportunity to show himself and attract the attention of the senators, especially the Consul Devers. An intermediate judge was already the highest position a citizen of the Senate like him could hold in the public office of the Federal Judge. A senior judge could only be held by a senator of the Senate, and a judge of a higher level was held by the Consul Devers. Next, he would either continue to serve as an intermediate judge in other cities or transfer to another position. After five years, it was possible for him to enter the ranks of the elected senators of the Senate. He had to increase the possibility of becoming a senator of the Senate through his excellent performance.
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