Mythical Three Kingdoms

As estimated by the Han Army, Rome, and Parthia, Ganasis’s reinforcements arrived on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean before the Parthians had attacked Antioch.

”What? You say the Thirteen Roses Legion has been annihilated!” Ganasis roared at Feruccio directly; this was the symbol of the Roman Empire!

Feruccio, with a somber expression, informed Ganasis of all the events that had occurred earlier.

”The Parthians, and the Han Army.” Ganasis’s fury surged, but it did not cloud his rationality, ”Order the Fifth Legion, Ninth Legion, and Auxiliary Legion to set camp first.”

”Duke Ganasis, has the Thirteenth Legion been annihilated?” Ludwig, who was on guard not far outside the tent, also learned of the matter. After Feruccio left, he came over shortly and inquired directly.

”Yes, Parthia has birthed a Super Elite Legion. What’s more troublesome is that the Parthian Army is assisted by the Han Army, now our Eastern Province in Syria only has Antioch left.” Ganasis’s eyes nearly couldn’t conceal his anger.

”Then what should we do?” Although Ludwig was equally furious at this time, his duties prevented him from taking any reckless actions, only waiting for Ganasis’s orders.

”Novelli let me set camp here first. After all, Antioch is the capital of Syria; it can’t be captured swiftly. Rest first and then launch a pincer attack with the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Legions stationed in Antioch.” Ganasis said, this was the first time such a major incident occurred since his many years as the Duke of Eastern Border.

”Let the Fifth Lark Legion go to assassinate first. After causing chaos, we’ll press forward with our entire army. To be honest, I don’t really want to clash with the Han Army.” Ganasis explained to Ludwig.

Ludwig nodded and left without saying more, and Ganasis ordered to summon Palmyro, the legion leader of the Fifth Lark Legion, to inform him of the annihilation of the Thirteenth Legion.

”The Thirteenth Legion has been annihilated?” Palmyro looked at Ganasis in disbelief.

”Yes, annihilated.” Ganasis could now narrate this matter calmly.

”I want revenge!” Palmyro said little, his eyes full of rage staring at Ganasis.

The Fifth, the Twelfth, the Thirteenth, although those who commanded the legions back then were different, in reality, they were all legions established by Caesar. The Twelfth Lightning Legion lost the Eagle Banner back then, although in the same battle, they annihilated the enemy and snatched the Eagle Banner back, there was still a certain decline.

It can be said that the Fifth Lark and the Thirteen Roses are the last remaining items left by Caesar. There was great competition between the two legions, but both recognized each other’s strengths and considered each other as their closest brothers. Now the Thirteenth Legion has been annihilated.

”You will lead the Fifth Lark Legion in the first wave of attack. The Parthians are very strong this time, and our forces may not necessarily hold the advantage, so show your strength to avenge the Thirteen Roses Legion.” Ganasis said solemnly.

”Yes!” Palmyro suppressed his anger and responded lowly.

”Go inform Tacitus.” Ganasis, seeing the anger on Palmyro’s face, felt equally sorrowful inside, the Thirteenth Legion being lost just like that.

After Palmyro left, not long after, the legion leader of the Ninth Spanish Legion hurried over, ”Duke, what matter do you have for me?”

Ganasis informed Tacitus of the annihilation of the Thirteenth Legion. Although Tacitus was also angry, it was clear that he did not have the impulsion of wanting revenge like Palmyro, very clearly even among these legions there were closer and farther relations.

”Striking the day after tomorrow, the Fifth Lark as the vanguard, I launch an attack amidst the chaos, correct?” Tacitus nodded, indicating no issues.

”Yes, the Fifth Lark Legion, although very powerful in chaotic battles, is not a legion for proper frontal engagements.” Ganasis nodded, ”And you belong to a legion for decisive battles, needing you to give the enemy a heavy blow.”

”Alright.” Tacitus was visibly happier with this evaluation, indicating no issues on his side.

Subsequently, Ganasis called in the remaining legion leaders meant for assistance, informed them of the news, and ordered them strictly not to spread it, instructing them to prepare for the attack the day after.

”Novelli, are you sure this is fine? The enemy surely knows we’ve reached the port.” Ganasis said after everyone had left.

”Even if they don’t know, once we go over, they will know. This place is flat enough to directly see the horizon, the Parthians are not brainless, surely their camp is well-guarded.” Novelli said casually.

”Therefore, it’s better to make it clear, let them know we’re here, focus their attention here, which instead makes it easier to strike.” Novelli said calmly, ”Duke, you’re overly wary of the Han Army.”

”True, if the Parthians investigate on their own, they may perceive more things, but if we reveal ourselves, they might overlook things. As for the Han Army, mainly because the Han Army is too strong, and indeed there’s no need to clash with them!” Ganasis said cautiously.

”Given that, have the Tribune of the Plebs who fought alongside you last time send a letter to the Han Army; Parthia and the Han Army after all are not family.” A trace of coldness crossed Novelli’s eyes.

”Those tribunes are mostly young nobles here for experience, likely to spoil things, better send Usnafso, if possible, I would still prefer the Han Army to withdraw.” Ganasis spoke calmly.

”The Han Army probably will not withdraw, they have very clear objectives, so General, you better not ponder these matters, however, sending Usnafso over is quite good, you’d better write a letter with silk fabric to the Han Dynasty.” Novelli shook his head.

”An empire will not accept threats from another empire, it will only yield to formidable power.” Ganasis said naturally, ”Nevertheless, the necessary procedures cannot be omitted, even if it’s just to make the Han Empire ponder a bit more, go notify Usnafso.”

Speaking of which, last time Usnafso was still a camp leader, this time, due to being a large army operation, his position has been demoted significantly.

”Duke.” When Usnafso arrived, he saluted Ganasis, then stood quietly aside without speaking.

”This thing is for you, go to the Han Camp, I’ve also dispatched envoys to the Parthians. Though I’m not inclined to do such things, as Rome, rightful procedures are necessary.” Ganasis handed the written silk manuscript to Usnafso.