Chapter 402
Amidst the cheers of the Samonai warriors, Tolek's face was full of excitement. He knew that the Samonai's weakness in sieging cities had been made up for by this terrifying thing, and he was now fully confident in taking down Poseidonia. Not only would they have a better port, it would also be easier for the people of Syracuse to transport more food to them. At the same time, his poor tribesmen would be able to plunder without restraint and reap more benefits …
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In the evening, a family dinner was being held in the consul's mansion in Turií. The Devers's two wives, adopted daughter Cynthia, adopted son Adoris, and son Cloto Catax attended, as well as housekeeping supervisor Asuna, slave supervisor Ribazot, and intelligence supervisor Aristiras.
Tonight's main meal was beef and mutton, so everyone had a wooden table, copper pot, and iron stove in front of them. Except for Cloto Catax. He was still young, and Cristos was worried about him eating meat alone. Cristos was nine months pregnant, so it was not convenient for her to move around. She did not have the energy to take care of him. Little Crowe's other mother, Aegnis, was pregnant for more than two months, and was at the peak of her pregnancy. She could not even look at beef and mutton, and could only eat vegetables such as fruits, mushrooms, and seaweed. Of course, she could not take care of him. Thus, little Crowe and Asuna sat together.
At this moment, the Devers who sat at the head of the table looked at everyone and said seriously, "Tomorrow, I will be leaving Turií for Potentia, so I will not be able to take care of the family. Cristos and Aegnis are both pregnant, so Asuna, Ribazot, and Aristiras will need you three to take good care of the family! I would like to thank you in advance! "As he spoke, he raised his glass of wine.
While he spoke, Crystal, Stoya, and Aegnis looked at their husband with concern, unable to conceal the worry on their beautiful faces.
Asuna and Ribazot hurriedly stood up.
The Devers hurriedly waved their hands, "Sit down! Sit down! You are already citizens of Diónia, and we are a family. Don't make yourselves like strangers! Learn from Aristiras! "
Aristiras forced a smile on his cold face. The reason he did not stand up was that he was not used to the humility of Asuna and the others as a former citizen of Katanai. He picked up his cup and replied seriously, "Don't worry, my lord. I'll have my men keep a close watch on all of Turín. If there's anything out of the ordinary, I'll do as you said and look for Capus and Cunogorata immediately to eliminate the threat! "
"Alright! The safety of this family depends on you! "Devers raised his glass, downed it in one gulp, and refilled it.
Asuna immediately said, "Master, I'll take good care of the female slaves in the courtyard and take good care of the two madams! I'll also invite Lord Helpes to come and check on them regularly, and we have the protection of the two gods, Hades and Hera … "Asuna looked at Cristos and Aegnis, and said with a smile," When you return, my lord, the two madams and the children will be very healthy! "
"Good! Asuna, if everything is safe and sound, I'll reward you well when I return! I'll find you a husband that you're satisfied with, how about that? "The Devers happily teased.
Asuna immediately protested, "My lord, you're a dignified Consul of Diónia, it's not fair to make fun of me!"
"My lord, you're busy every day, so you probably don't know yet. Asuna already has someone she likes," Cristos said softly from the side.
"Oh, is that so?" The Devers became interested and hurriedly asked, "Who is it? Can you tell me? "
Asuna blushed and glanced at Aristiras, who was at the next table. She lowered her head in silence.
The Devers's heart skipped a beat, and he didn't ask again, "Come, Asuna, thank you for taking care of the two madams and the children. Cheers!"
Asuna drank it without hesitation.
The Devers looked at Aristiras, who seemed to know nothing about this, and said to her, "I'll give you a suggestion. Go ask Aegnis more often. With Hera's protection, do you have to be afraid that your wishes won't come true?"
Asuna was greatly moved when she heard this.
Unexpectedly, Aegnis reminded her bluntly, "Love between two people is under the jurisdiction of the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite. Hera is only responsible for marriage and family."
"Love without marriage is a lie." The Devers said half-jokingly and half-seriously, "In Diónia, Hera is also responsible for love before marriage."
"Madam, you don't have to worry about Asuna's matters. This is my responsibility." Christoya smiled and freed Asuna from the awkwardness. She then said to Ribazot seriously, "Ribazot, I'll leave the affairs of the outer court to you. Don't let miscellaneous matters disturb me during this time."
"Madam, don't worry, I'll take care of it! This is my duty! "Ribazot respectfully finished the wine in his glass.
At this moment, Cynthia said, "Father, I'll take care of Mother and my brothers."
The Devers heard this and had a face full of joy, "Good! Good! Our daughter has grown up and can help the family now! Come, I'll give you a toast too! "
"Daddy, daddy, I want to drink this too. I want to take care of Mother too!" Little Crowe also began to shout.
"Good! Good! Good! " The Devers shook his slightly drunk head, overjoyed.
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Late at night, in Christoya's bedroom, Christoya's lazy voice sounded, "I think you should go accompany Aegnis. She needs you more right now …"
"Don't talk, rest well." The Devers used his left hand that was around her snow-white neck to pat her shoulder lightly and said gently.
Christoya turned slightly and burrowed her head into the Devers's chest again. She sniffed his scent and murmured, "Tell me, if I give birth to a daughter, I'll call her Eunice, okay?"
"Eunice …" The Devers muttered the name softly (Eunice means joyful victory), a gentle smile appearing on his face, "Good name. What if it's a son?"
"Then we'll call him Apox, which means courage," Christoya said softly without hesitation. It was obvious that she had already thought about it.
"Devers Apox, Devers Crotocatax … Alright, that's the name!" The Devers readily agreed.
But even after a long time, Christoya did not respond.
The Devers looked down. It turned out that his wife had fallen asleep. Pregnant women were very sleepy at this time.
The Devers gently straightened her sleeping posture and kissed her smooth and beautiful face affectionately. He then put on Bolton and walked to the outer room where Asuna was guarding.
"Christoya is already asleep. Where's the child?"
"Little Crowe is asleep too."
"Take care of them. I'll go check on Aegnis."
As soon as he entered his second wife's bedroom, he heard Aegnis's gentle and hopeful voice, "Devers, is that you?"
"Why aren't you sleeping?! This isn't good for the child! " The Devers softly scolded her and lovingly picked her up from the bedside. He wanted to put her on the bed, but Aegnis wrapped her arms around his neck and whispered worriedly, "I'm a little worried …"
The Devers hugged her delicate body and lay down on the bed with her, "What are you worried about? There's nothing to worry about! With the protection of Hades, your husband, I, have never lost on the battlefield! I promise you, I'll be back soon! … "
The Devers's confident promise made Aegnis's worries dissipate a little. She hugged her husband tightly and asked softly after a long time, "Are … are my parents in danger?"
The Devers was stunned. In fact, if a war broke out between Diónia and Syracuse, Liguim would be in the most danger. It was cut off by Rockley and its allies and far from the center of Southern Italy, making it the most vulnerable to enemy attacks.
But at this moment, the Devers could not tell the truth. He said in a low voice, "Our Southern Italian Coalition will not let Syracuse threaten Liguim so easily! But for safety's sake, you should advise your family to hide in Turií for the time being. "
Turií had Atili Cruz's shipyard, so it would be easier to contact them.
"Yes!" Aegnis replied softly.
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The next day, the soldiers of the First and Second Legions, who had been mobilized for war since early in the morning, took an oath at the Victory Square in Turií. Then, nearly twenty thousand soldiers and the supply camp set out majestically towards the west.
The people of Turií and Amendola came to see them off. In their eyes, this was the first time the First and Second Legions were fighting in a distant and unfamiliar region. The furthest the army had gone before was Corunna, but it was a Greek city-state with frequent trade links. They could reach it in a day by boat. This time, they were fighting in an unfamiliar mountainous region where the natives ran rampant. Naturally, they were more worried about their loved ones.
Thus, the people sent them off again and again, unwilling to leave for a long time.
At the end of the expedition, the Devers were bidding farewell to the elders, "Lord Cunogorata, Lord Cornelus … Lords, I'll leave the politics of Diónia to you!" The Devers solemnly saluted the elders who were sending them off.
"Lord, if there's anything, we'll send someone to discuss it with you!" Cunogorata promised.
"Win soon! Come back soon! "Cornelus said expectantly.
The Devers nodded and turned to Vesba, "Don't worry, the Samonai won't be able to charge into our Lucanian territory!"
"Lord Consul, please pay more attention to the Lucanians in Potentia!" Hemont requested.
"I'll do my best!" The Devers replied. He looked at Hieronymus and Capus, and the two of them saluted him. The matters of the army had been arranged beforehand, so there was no need for him to say anything more.
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