Chapter 56 The Downey War Ends

Adoris thought for a while, and said regretfully: "From the usual practice, now should be the time for the quarter-finals or the quarter-finals, and it is estimated that I don't like it."

The soldiers in front of Adoris turned back and interjected: "Don't have a sweet dream, even if this war is over soon, we can't go back right away, we will definitely be stationed in various towns of Downey, to ensure that the kingdom officials are aware of this area. security governance, wasn't that what Messapi and Puchetti used to do!"

"I heard that the Downeys are not as fierce as the Messapis and the Puchetti. They should not always riot like the Messapis. Maybe we don't have to stay here for so long." Another soldier guessed.

"That's your naive idea. His Majesty King Davos and the Senate don't think so, right, Adoris?" The soldier in front looked at Adoris.

Adoris shrugged: "I don't know that, but I hope everyone can go home safely and enjoy the rewards from the kingdom."

"You said that with the credit we have made in this war, can we divide one or two acres of land here. The land here is fertile, and it is no worse than the Hybari Plain."

"How do I know, you should ask the statistician of the baggage battalion."

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While talking and laughing, the soldiers forgot the hard work of the march, and after more than three hours they reached the lower reaches of the Chelvaro River.

The city of West Pentum is on the north bank of the mouth of the Chelvaro River, which happens to be the confluence of several rivers, forming a large lake.

In Alexis' view, West Pentum has a relatively good port, and winning it will facilitate the transportation of goods for the entire army.

At this time, the messenger rushed from the front, shouting all the way: "Found the enemy on the other side, prepare to fight!"

The soldiers suddenly became excited. After all, fighting the enemy outside the city was much easier than attacking the city by force. This was an easy feat.

Soon, even the captain's order was conveyed in a timely manner: the column turned into a horizontal formation.

Under the command of the team officers, Adoris and the others faced the Candelaro River and lined up in a small company phalanx.

Just then, a huge sigh came from the front.

"What happened?"

"Alas... I heard that the West Pentum people are going to surrender the city!"

"Ah?!..." The soldiers sighed suddenly.

The officers warned them not to let their guard down and beware of the enemy's deception.

However, the West Pentums really simply surrendered like this.

The fiasco of the Battle of the Ovanto River and the capture of the city of Lucena in just one day, the powerful military strength displayed by the Kingdom of Dionia completely shocked the tribes of Dauni, not only West Pentum, West, A Towns such as Sculum also surrendered one after another, and the Downey War finally came to an end...

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The weather in Turii in early November started to cool down, and the frenetic atmosphere that had been set off by the Rugby Finals in early October for nearly a month has just died down. The triumphal ceremony that will be held soon will bring the whole city into a festive atmosphere again .

At this time, in the military camp west of Turiyi City, some soldiers of the 1st, 4th, 5th, 9th and 10th Corps were excitedly looking forward to the early arrival of the Triumph.

And in the commander's tent, Alexis is receiving a visitor from the Ministry of Military Affairs.

"What do you mean... we have to wait here for two more days?! The brothers have been on the expedition for more than two months and are eager to go home, but you made us wait here for five days!" Alexis Some complained unhappily.

"This is not what I mean, this is what His Majesty and the Senate mean, I am just responsible for conveying it." Tormide said sternly.

As soon as he heard that it was Davos' will, Alexis stopped talking, but his face was still a little unhappy.

Thormid explained patiently: "The Eighth Legion is on its way, and it will arrive tomorrow. Your Majesty hopes to combine these two victories into a big triumphal ceremony, to avoid just holding one, and another two days later. If you want to hold one, the people will be bored, and it will not be fair to the soldiers who fought bloody battles. Your Majesty is afraid that you will have an idea, so I specially let me inform you, I hope you can understand!"

Alexis realized that he was a little too emotional just now, and hurriedly said: "I have no opinion, we can wait, we are very happy to participate in the triumphal ceremony with the Eighth Legion led by Prosous!"

"These young officers in the kingdom are really amazing!" Tormide sighed: "For someone like Prosous who is less than 40 years old, he can already be in charge of a battlefield and command a war!"

"Where is Prosous?" Alexis asked curiously.

"The Argos, Turii, who came after the establishment of the Dionysian Alliance, was directly called up by Matoris to his brigade because of his outstanding performance in the training camp..." Tormid said in the staff. In office, the information on officers is relatively clear.

"It seems that Prosus has always performed well. No wonder Your Majesty will boldly use him and put him in charge of the war against the Sikelians. I thought he was a mercenary from our Persian Expeditionary Force..." Alexis exclaimed.

Thormid did not follow his words, but changed the subject: "There are also many young officers in the legions you commanded who have performed well. Especially Patroclus, who was attacking Lucerne. When he was in Yacheng, his brigade was the first to attack the city. His Majesty was very happy to see these battle reports, but he crossed out the list of candidates for the flag bearer of this triumph that you submitted to the Ministry of Military Affairs. name."

Hearing this, Alexis had some guesses, but he still asked, "Why?"

"I don't want him to be too ostentatious, lest the people misunderstand him and think that he is favored by His Majesty..." Tormide said vaguely.

Alexis' adopted daughter Kitia has a close relationship with Cynthia. Of course, Alexis also knows something about this. Hearing this, a knowing smile appeared on his face: "It seems that I have to congratulate Your Majesty! "

"Alexis, I want to congratulate you too." Tormide smiled mysteriously.

"What are you happy about?" Alexis was taken aback.

"Amyntas' adopted son, Stephoros, performed well in this war with the Sikelians, and was included in the list of flag-bearers of the Eighth Legion to participate in the Triumph by Prosusus." Thormid laughed said.

Ever since Steveros beat Paphogres, the story of "Stephros and Kitia are a pair of lovers" has been known to everyone at the top of the military. If it wasn't for the sake of avoiding trouble, Amin would Tas transferred his adopted son to Sicily, maybe the two were already married.

"Isn't Stephros serving as an adjutant under Prosus? How did he make a contribution?" Alexis asked in surprise.

"You don't know yet, Prosusus asked him to be the company captain." Tormide replied.

Alexis didn't expect that the young army commander who didn't seem to be in contact with anyone would actually make such a move. Whether it was intentional or not, he had to accept it.

"And tell you a secret." Thormid pretended to be mysterious and leaned beside him: "His Majesty informed the Ministry of Military Affairs that he was going to transfer Steveros back to Turii."

"Really!" Alexis was surprised.

"Of course, Your Majesty is more concerned about Kitia's marriage than your father. Tell me, when will you invite us to the wedding?" Tormide said half-jokingly and half-seriously.

Alexis said thoughtfully: "I have to discuss this with Amintas, but it must be after Cynthia's wedding."

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On November 5, the main road from the northern city of Turii to Victory Square was sprinkled with clear water, flowers were spread on the floor, and colorful flags were displayed. The biggest difference between this time and the previous Triumph is that a lot of people from Mesapi and Puchetti came.

With the high-pitched bugle resounding throughout the city, the triumphal ceremony began.

The army, which had already left the barracks and arrived at the suburbs, began to march forward in four columns.

At the forefront is the flag bearer holding the flag of the Kingdom of Dionia. Since the South-Italian War, the newly revised military law stipulates that in the triumphal ceremony, the flag bearer must be the most heroic and outstanding soldier in the war. He is a model for the soldiers of the whole army, so the honor of the leader is that there is no officer. (the squad leader is not an officer).

Behind him are the Legion's standard-bearers, the outstanding performers of the corps in battle, and it's not just soldiers. The first cavalry regiment, the first regiment, the fourth regiment, the fifth regiment, the ninth regiment, and the tenth regiment, a total of six regiment flags were lined up, which was truly majestic.

Followed by dozens of drummers, they played the "Victory March", adding joy and joy to the whole celebration.

The soldiers of the first legionnaire that followed followed a neat pace, with their heads held high, and they stepped forward...

Before the team entered the outer city, it was already welcomed by the people of Dionia. Cheers and screams went straight to the eardrums of the soldiers: there were playful children imitating their marching appearance, and enthusiastic girls chased after them. While throwing petals at them, excited relatives and friends chanted their names...

In such a lively atmosphere, these legionnaires didn't know where they were, and they always kept a silly smile on their faces. Even Adoris, who had seen the triumphal style many times, was too excited at the moment. After all, this was the first time he had enjoyed this honor as a participant in the war.

Some people in the enthusiastic audience asked questions: "Hey, why are the two flag bearers walking in the forefront this time?"

"Did you not read the announcement posted by the Senate? This time the triumphal ceremony was to celebrate the victory of two wars. One was the war against the Downeys and the other was against the Sikelians. For the sake of fairness, the A flag-bearer was chosen from each of the armies participating in the two wars."