Roman Slave Owner

In a military camp in Africa, a smile appeared on the face of an old man, "He is finally back."

Li Wei was also making final preparations for this. He decided to transfer the deputy military tribune, deputy centurion and deputy tenurion from the First Legion, and then organize all the slaves and gladiators into a new legion.

A new legion is taking shape at a speed visible to the naked eye. These slaves have all been soldiers before, and their foundation is very good. In addition, they are equipped with a large number of low-level officers. With a little training, they will become a legion with combat effectiveness.

"How's the mood of those slaves?"

Levi asked.

"They are all very happy. They are very grateful to you, Patriarch, since they gained freedom."

Gaita said.

Just like before, Levi gave them freedom, but he asked them to work for him for ten years in return, but he would only pay a very low salary, which could greatly reduce his expenses.

You must know that it is quite a laborious task to support two legions, not to mention that there is a big battle now, and the cost is even more astonishing.

Even so, those slaves were still ecstatic. As a Roman slave, it was too difficult to become a free slave.

A benevolent existence like Li Wei is almost the only one.

"That's good."

Levi said.

Now his biggest headache is money, because his expenses are too great.

The weapons and armor used by the three legions add up to close to 2.5 million dinars, plus the construction of a new city and the payment of their salaries, all of which make Li Wei's wallet more and more dry.

Although he bought a lot of food and weapons, as long as they are resold, they will cost a lot of money, but these are the most valuable things in troubled times, and Li Wei is not willing to sell them at all. It seems that he has to find a way to increase the consumption of wine and sugar. The sales force is up.

"There is one more thing. The Senate has granted the consul the right to conscript citizens from all over the country. What do you say if Nobanus forcibly conscripts my legion?"

Levi said.

Although Roman citizens had the right not to serve in the military after the Marian reforms, Roman officials could still enlist citizens forcibly once the Senate authorized it.

Just like when Pompey later conquered pirates, the Senate gave Pompey enormous power.

The consul who led the troops to Capua this time was Nobanus. When Nobanus asked him for help during the election last time, he refused, which is embarrassing now.

"this……"

Geta was also a little worried, what if Nobanus used their army as cannon fodder.

"In any case, we have to strive for a good condition."

Levi said.

Geta also took it seriously, for example, let him be a lieutenant or something.

With the strength of Li Wei's family, his desire to make contributions has also increased.

"Recently, the Senate of Capua was discussing city defense matters. Serabio proposed that you be the city defense officer and be responsible for all city defense affairs. Since I don't know what you mean, this resolution was not passed. My idea is to agree to his proposal, These three legions are still under your command."

Gaita said.

"That's a good idea."

Li Wei said with bright eyes.

What he wanted to do was to cooperate with Sura to take down Capua, and if he was the city defense officer, wouldn't he send the chick to the fox's den?

And to recruit my people to be in charge of city defense, you have to pay for the salary expenses, which saves a lot of money.

Li Wei suddenly realized that his previous vision was too narrow. As a big slave owner and capitalist, he should try his best to subsidize himself with the country's money.

"That's right, let's do it."

Levi said.

"Also, I have an idea. I wonder if I can be made a lieutenant general. As long as I become a lieutenant general, I will definitely be able to defeat Sura..."

Geta was a little embarrassed at first,

After all, it's always bad to ask for an official.

But he got used to it very quickly, and started bragging desperately, hoping to get Li Wei's support.

"Cough...cough..."

Li Wei suddenly coughed desperately.

"Patriarch, what's the matter with you?"

Geta asked.

"It's nothing, I'm tired..."

Li Wei said helplessly that he was to blame for this. After all, there were so many people talking, and he didn't tell people about many things.

For example, only he and Valens knew about his plan to seek refuge with Sura, not even Yulia.

"Just say anything, maybe I can help."

Geta said earnestly.

Li Wei looked at him speechlessly, can I say go away?

At this moment, a slave came in.

"Report Master, Valens is back."

Hearing this, Li Wei's eyes lit up.

"Let him in quickly."

Levi said.

"I haven't seen Valens for a long time. If he comes back at this time, is it because our shop is suppressed by Sura..."

Geta began to make up his own brain.

Li Wei's hand holding the water glass was already shaking, and his forehead was twisted into a Sichuan character.

"Geita, aren't you busy?"

"Not busy, the busy things have been done."

"Then lead the Third Army to a three-romani full-armed cross-country (one romani is 1480 meters), and you will run together."

"why……"

Geta said tongue-tiedly, it's fine to let the soldiers run, why should he run together.

"Because it's an order."

Levi said.

Geta immediately understood that he must have offended the head of the family by saying something wrong.

Forget it, don't bother with the owner.

Geta graciously forgave Li Wei, and then went off-road with the Third Army.

Not long after, Valens walked in with four people.

"Long time no see, Valens."

Levi said with a smile, and Valens hugged each other.

"they are……"

Levi looked at the person behind Valens and said.

"Sura's personal guard ten captain Hadrianus, I have met the respected Li Wei."

A big man with a bearded face came out and said.

Although Li Wei is very young, he dare not underestimate Li Wei.

One person can build a small city with his own efforts, and even sit on two armies, this is definitely not something ordinary people can do.

"They were sent by Sura to contact us and coordinate our actions."

Valens winked at Levi and said.

Li Wei nodded, "I see, everyone has worked hard, please sit down."

"No, our current identity is Valens' subordinates, so it's inappropriate to be found out like this."

Hadrianus said.

Li Wei nodded, it seems that Sura sent a reliable person.

"I haven't told my subordinates about many things. You also know that there are a lot of people talking. If something gets out, it will be troublesome. When your army arrives, I will abide by our agreement."

Levi said.

"We understand."

Hadrianus said with a smile.

Capua's geographical location is extremely important, and the Romans liked to build various roads.

The ancient Romans already used volcanic ash to make a set of cement to build roads for quick deployment of troops.