Vol 9 Chapter 137: Plato's choice

Plato frowned, put down the pen in his hand, and said, "Ole As, don't panic! I said, try to keep calm as you do everything, because only calmness will make you think rationally, especially you, said Many times, I always forget!"
"Teacher... that's it. At today's 5,000-person meeting, the resolution of "joining the Greek Union and declaring war on Dionia" was adopted..." Oreas said breathlessly.
Plato was not surprised, but just shook his head gently: "Did I not say that before, judging by the situation in Athens now, it is a matter of time before Athens declares war on Dionia. These stupid Athenians It is always easy to be driven by anger and lose reason, and the civic assembly that holds the highest power of the city-state has become a place for them to vent their emotions. This is the defect of the so-called democratic government!"
"Teacher...and..." Oreas swallowed and tried to finish, replaced by a calmer voice: "Teacher, the Citizen Assembly also passed a resolution-say you treason, you must be You go to trial!"
Sidipus walked into the room and said sadly: "I used to go on stage to explain to you, but I couldn't stop it from passing..."
Plato looked at his proud disciple, saw several bruises on his face, and swelled his chin. He could imagine the bad situation at that time. He said softly in heartache: "Work hard, let you worry about me!"
"You are our respected teacher, this is what we should do!" Oreas finally relieved, and said indignantly: "Fortunately, you did not participate in the civic conference today, the situation on the scene is too bad! Especially Aesop Crates, he also wrote a speech specifically for his students to read in the meeting place, which is full of slandering your words, but those ignorant people have listened to him, and Spruce came to defend you, those The irrational people scolded us as traitors and attacked with pottery..."
"I can imagine how bad the situation is." Plato's expression became serious: "I also participated in a civic conference that required the trial of Socrates!"
"Teacher, the Socrates scholars did not heed your advice. I believed that the Citizen Assembly would give him a fair trial, but in the end they lost their lives! You must not—" Spicys wanted to persuade eagerly.
"I know what you want to say, don't worry, I'm not Socrates!" Plato lowered his head and looked at the manuscript placed on the book case, and gradually made up his mind, he said firmly: "That so-called I will not participate in a fair court trial! I have not finished my exploration of the city-state government. I still have books to write. I don’t want to die so quickly, so I decided to leave Athens first!"
Spicyps was obviously relieved, but Oreas said hesitantly: "Teacher, if you leave like this, you will... will make those ignorant people more believe in Isolacrates their slander! "
"Temporary slander is nothing, time will finally prove who is right!" Plato said confidently.
"Teacher, leave Athens, where are you going?" Spicy asked again.
"Since Isocrates said that I colluded with Dionia, then I will go to Turiy and go to their Turiy Academy to study for a while..." Plato said with full whisper: "When we return to Athens At the time, we can make Akademi Academy better!"
"Teacher, I will go with you!"
"me too!"
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At the moment, the chief general of Athens, Calisstratus, was meeting with the Persian messenger Datis in his own home.
Datis had been staying in the Spartan territory before, but after the Dionysian army captured Mesenia and the first fleet began to block Sparta’s coast, Datis was afraid and worried about the future. The Onia army could not escape when it attacked the Spartan territory, so the excuse was to supervise and coordinate the mercenaries and supplies delivered by Persia to Sparta. As a result, it ran to Corinth and was attacked by the First Fleet of Dionia The Corinthian port was disturbed, and it didn't take long to come to Athens.
"Congratulations General, your proposal was finally approved at the Civic Assembly!" Datis congratulated Kallistratus.
Callistratus seriously said: "You are mistaken. This proposal was jointly discussed by our General Executive Committee and is the common wish of most Athens citizens!"
Speaking of which, he smiled: "I believe your king will be very happy when he hears this news."
"It's not easy to say." Datis said unconsciously: "The King of Persia hopes that Greece can maintain peace. If he learns that there will be a big war, he will make every effort to urge you to sign. The "Karias Peace Treaty" cannot be executed, I am afraid it will be very annoying!"
Kalistratus straightened his body, stared at Dartis sharply, and said, "Let us all open up to tell the truth. The reason why the Persian king let the Greek city-state sign a contract is not to hope that we Do you unite together to defend Dionia? And now his wish is being fulfilled. The Greek city-states are forming an alliance to fight against the invading Dionyan army. I believe you will report this news to the King of Persia, he will definitely Very happy and will reward you!"
Datis didn't respond, but he smiled involuntarily on his face.
Kalistratus continued: "But if this newly formed alliance is defeated by the Dionysians and thus the Dionysians control Greece, then I think this is by no means a good thing for Persia. King Persia is afraid of you..."
Datiston dropped his face when he said, "What do you mean?"
"Don't get me wrong!" Callistratus said sincerely: "I just want to tell you that the interests of Persia, Athens, and you and me are important to defeat the Dionysians. The problem is the same, Athens needs your help!"
Datis froze for a moment, then smiled meaningfully: "How can a little messenger help Athens?"
"In the past few days in Athens, I believe that we have learned that our finances are in difficulty. The treasury is short of money and cannot provide sufficient military resources for the army. Without money, we cannot form a large army, and even other city-states have joined this alliance. However, if we see that we have not taken action in Athens, I am afraid that we will all hesitate... And if this situation is prolonged for a long time, the situation will only benefit Dionia!
The reason why the Persian king hopes that our Greek city-states will unite to defend Dionysia, is it not because Dionysia has the strength to pose a threat to Persia! Now Dionysia has discovered our attempt, and will definitely increase his troops to Greece!
Sparta suffered the defeat of the Battle of Ruktra, and now has lost Mesenia. Its strength has been greatly weakened. Even with your assistance, I think they are never opponents of the Dionysian army! At present, only Athens, the city-state of Greece, can be called to protect Greece! So we hope to get the full assistance of Persia, not only gold and silver, but also the navy! "
Kallistratus said sincerely, "We are short of warships and can't fight the Dionysian fleet. Once we fight against the Dionysian, the Dionysian fleet will inevitably block the Saron Bay. It is very difficult for Athens to obtain war materials from abroad, so we need Persian naval support! As long as Persia fully supports Athens, I assure you-Athens will make Greece a strong barrier against Dionysia!"
Datis looked at Calistratos, who was a little emotional, and couldn't help but take a breath: Athens wants to replace Sparta!
Countless thoughts flashed through his heart, and Datis fell into contemplation.
Callistratus did not urge, waiting quietly.
It was a long time before Datis said: "I will forward your request to the King as soon as possible. Considering your financial difficulties now, I can first draw some of the funds allocated by the King to Sparta so that you can form an army as soon as possible. But I must first see your sincerity in Athens."
"What sincerity?"
"Send some civic troops first and rush to Peloponnese to help the Spartans."
After thinking about it, Kallistratus said, "I have to discuss this matter with other generals first, and then refer it to the council before I can give you an answer, but I think the question should not be too big."
"Okay, that's it. I hope you will work together in Athens and Sparta to fight back the Dionysians and return peace to Greece!" One thing: "Uh... your other requests from Athens, the king may agree, but about the aid of the Persian navy... you must be mentally prepared, the king may not agree."
"Why?" Callistratus was a little puzzled to know that during the Corinth War, in order to suppress the Spartans, Virginia's Governor Fanabazus asked Konon to lead the Persian fleet to attack Sparta, and later Konon left those warships in Athens without permission, and the Persian king did not seem to be held accountable. From this, it can be seen that the Persian king's generosity and deep sense of affairs are very willing to invest heavily in critical moments.
"Because we will have a major military operation in Persia, we cannot miss the Navy."
"What military action?" Callistratus moved.
"You will know soon."
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In a house on the north coast of Kisila, Secrean is holding a military meeting.
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