After Dionysius came to power, in order to fight against Carthage, he was deeply aware of the strategic position of the Epipolis Heights adjacent to the city for the defense of the city (during the Peloponnesian War, the Athenian expedition to Sicily occupied this place and fought a long battle for the walls with the Syracuses), so he mobilized more than 6ooo freemen, and in a very short time, they built a wall about 15 miles long, stimulated by the promise of citizenship. Envelop the Epipolé Heights, which are six times the size of the central area, into the city of Syracuse.

At this point, the city of Syracuse became the largest city in all of Greece. And it is bordered by the sea to the east, with steep cliffs; The west and north sides are both dependent on the mountainous area, and the road is dangerous and difficult to climb; Only the southwest side is next to the great port, but there are also swamps and rivers that hinder the march, and the Carthaginian commander Shimilko led a large army to attack the city of Syracuse, but there was nothing he could do about it, and finally he was defeated by the plague.

Ansitanos' carriage headed towards the southeast corner of the city of Syracuse, with the island of Ortigia. It is said to be an island, but in fact it is connected to six places. It was the original colony of the Syracuse and later became the seat of the Acropolis of the Syracuse. While the acropolis of most Greek city-states was almost in the center of the city, it is strange that the acropolis of Syracuse hangs far from the sea.

Dionysius happened to take a fancy to the geographical location of Orticia Island and built his palace on the island. Having learned the lesson of being ousted by two civil riots in Syracuse, he surrounded the entire island with walls and garrisons, allowing only his friends and supporters to live on the island, and Felistus' mansion was of course located on the island.

The carriage galloped all the way and stopped when it reached the isthmus where the island of Ortiguia was connected to 6 places. In front of the carriage was a tall rampart, completely cutting off the road to the island. And on the front side of the city wall there is a small but strong castle. It is conceivable that if an enemy were to attack from here, they would be strangled by the soldiers of the castle and the city walls at the same time.

Ansitanos was deeply touched by this arrangement, returned to the carriage, and whispered to Henipolis: "How can the leader of a city-state be so wary of his citizens that he can be loved by them!" ”

"The citizens of Syracuse almost killed him, and it's not easy to be a tyrant!" In the past two days, Henipolis wandered around the city of Syracuse, but he learned a few things, and expressed his understanding of what Dionysius had done: "In comparison, Master Davers is much more at ease in Turico. ”

"Lord Davers, you're not a tyrant, you have to keep that in mind!" Ansitanos now had a tendency to compare Davers's position in Turiy with Dionysius, and immediately reminded him earnestly: "Lord Davos doesn't even have the idea of being a tyrant, otherwise he wouldn't have created the peculiar office of 'tribune' to limit the power of those in power!" ”

Ansitanos' eyes were full of appreciation, and Henypolis nodded thoughtfully. After a while, he asked hesitantly, "Teacher, do you think my father is a tyrant?" ”

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After the carriage passed through the inspection of the city guards, it passed through three gates in a row and entered the island of Ortigia.

Felistos' mansion was quite luxurious, especially the living room, which was tall and spacious, and the floor was completely paved with multicolored marble, polished as smooth as a mirror; The finely carved gold-encrusted lamps are lined up from both sides, glittering with gold; On each lamppost there are five candles as thick as an arm, which illuminate the hall as bright as day; In the hall, there were more than a dozen beautiful slave girls of different skin colors who accompanied each table.

Felistus, the important minister of Dionysius, who controlled the civil power of Syracuse, was a little thin and weak, and his rather handsome appearance exuded a literati atmosphere. At this moment, the smile on his face was as kind as a spring breeze, and he began to introduce Ansitanos to the other guests at the banquet.

"This is Leptinius, the younger brother of Admiral Plenipotentia Dionysius, the naval commander of Syracuse!"

"Long admiration!"

Both sides hurriedly saluted and said hello. Ansitanos looked at the other party curiously, the younger brother of the tyrant of Syracuse had a simple appearance.

"This is the Minister of the Plenipotentiary General, my dear friend Herois!" The middle-aged man that Felistos said had a sharp gaze, and he took the initiative to meet him and said: "Ansitanos of Turiyi, I have heard of your name a long time ago, welcome!" I went to Amendora once a few years ago and met your Archon Davers. Oh, he wasn't the Archon of Dionya then, but he made a great impression on me! ”

Ansitanos hurriedly saluted and thanked him.

Felistos introduced him to the next one: "This is Macias, the general of Syracuse!" ”

The rough-looking former Campanian mercenary leader Masias briefly greeted Ansitanos.

Felistos led Ansitanos to the last guest: "This is also my dear friend, the most famous musical poet in all Sicily - Ferrosanus!" ”

But the man, named Philosanus, said, "Lord Felistos, you praise me too much. I'm just an ordinary person who loves music and poetry, and I don't hold any position in Syracuse, and I can't compare to them. He pointed to the people in front of him: "If I hadn't heard that you are from Turiyi, and you are also a scholar, I would not have come." ”

Ferosanus's straightforward words made Felistos look a little embarrassed, but Henipolis behind Ansitanos asked in surprise: "You are Ferosanus?!" That's great! The troubadours of Turii often recite your psalms, such as 'My heart is sad in the autumn wind, where is the former lover, where is the ...... now' and it is wonderful! ……”

Philosanus didn't expect to meet admirers from Turii at the banquet, and was a little surprised: "Away from you?" ”

"Henipolis, student of Ansitanos." The young man replied hurriedly.

"He is also the only son of Avinokis, the consul of Laos!" Macias spoke.

Ansitanos's heart froze, and then he looked at the faces of the other people, obviously he already knew the identity of his student, it seemed that the people of Syracuse had already conducted a detailed investigation of their mission.

"Students? What do you learn from him? But Philosanus didn't understand Ansitanus and asked in surprise.

"Learn about Mediterranean history, write essays and participate in the compilation of teachers' books." Henipolis replied.

Ferrosanus looked at Ansitanos in surprise and asked bluntly, "What book are you writing?" ”

Ansitanos humbly said: "I want to write a book about the history of southern Italy, and I am just beginning, and I am looking around for information......

"Alright, everyone, let's sit back at the banquet and talk while eating." At the urging of Felistos, everyone took their seats.

Soon, the servants served plates of dishes.

"I know that the food in Turii is very famous, but unfortunately I don't have a chef who can cook Turii cuisine, and I hope this food will satisfy you." Felistos said to Ansitalos.

Ansitanos opened his arms, pointed to the food on his table, and pretended to be surprised, "This is simply too rich! ”

Felistos laughed and was about to speak.

Leptinis, who was opposite, said loudly, "I heard that most of the food in Dionya is from your Archon Devosmin, is this true?" ”

"You know, the food was originally from the restaurant of Davers' wife, Christoya, and almost all the citizens of Dioonia thought that Davers knew it, including me." Ansitanos replied tactfully.

"I heard that the popular rugby and football in Greater Greece is also known to him, and even your doctors in Theoria call him a teacher. As an archon, the Dionian Alliance was also considered a powerful force, and there must be a lot of affairs, how could he still have so much energy to squander on such trivial matters? There was a skeptical tone in Macias's words.

"You have to admit that some people are favored by the gods and are born with more talent and more energy than others. Such examples are rare, but not uncommon, such as the former tyrant Perian of Corinth...... What's more, our Archon is also favored by Hades! Ansitanos replied calmly.

"How can your consuls compare to Periande, who created the glory of Corinth hundreds of years ago?" Ferosanus chimed in.

Henypolis looked angry, and Ansitanos hurriedly stopped him with his gaze. Through the contact just now, Ansitanos sensed that the Syracusa poet was a straightforward man, so he said with a solemn expression: "But in the hearts of the citizens of Dionia, the consul Davers is far more important than Periande!" For he led his armies many times to defeat powerful enemies, rebuild the burned Turiyi, and conquer the barbarians in the mountains; build roads to make it easier for the people and prosper trade; building hospitals to reduce injuries and illnesses among the population; Funding the establishment of schools and schools to improve the quality of the population and encourage scholars to explore knowledge; Bright ball games and food to entertain the public; It also establishes fair laws to give citizens more rights...... It was he who single-handedly created the Dioonian city-state alliance, which made Great Greece, which had been at war in the past, at peace for several years, and there was no more war. Therefore, some Ionian citizens even called him 'Father' at the rally, and he deservedly became the father of the Diorian Union! ”

When Ferosanus heard this, he exclaimed, "If it is really as you say, then I will retract what I just said." Your Archon has been able to do so much for Dionysa in just a few years, and he is truly a great Archon, in some ways...... Even better than Dionysius did! ”

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