[Comprehensive] How to be cannon fodder gloriously

The kings of the Greek city-states attached great importance to this battle. The population of each of their countries was not large, but because of this, they cared more about the relationship with their brother city-states.

There are usually conflicts between the Greek city-states, but once an external force strikes, they will be twisted into one rope.Because they know very well that only by uniting can they compete with external forces.If they allow the Trojans to destroy Salamis, then the red-eyed Trojans are likely to use Salamis as a springboard to attack other Greek city-states.

Therefore, Salamis must not fall, they must drive the Trojans from the territory of the Greeks.

Among this group of people, there is a special pair, Helen, who is crowned all over the world, and her husband Menelaus, king of Sparta.Helen had just given birth to their young daughter Hermione for Menelaus, and the young Spartan king could not bear to leave his tender wife even for a moment.What's more, before the death of Queen Hesione of Salamis, Helen's mother and her were good friends. The unfortunate Queen of Salamis helped to take care of the young Helen. Therefore, Helen felt very sad about her death. .This time, Helen's husband Menelaus came here to support Salamis, and she herself came to pay homage to Hesione and help take care of her young children.

For these reasons, Menelaus did not object to bringing Helen with him. In his opinion, although Helen could not go to the battlefield, she could help appease the emotions of the children of the orphaned Hesione and stabilize the rear. , has been a great help to them.

Soon, the Trojan ships approached the harbor of Salamis like sharks smelling blood.

Although the Salamis had been prepared for a long time, the Trojans' offensive was too fierce, and they were forced to retreat step by step. As soon as the two sides fought, Salamis lost a lot of men.The Trojans wore excellent armor and brandished their sharp weapons to sweep the Salamis under their horses.Although the Salamis fought vigorously, it was of no avail. Anyone could see that the Salamis were no match for the Trojans, whose military strength was several times theirs.

This situation has been greatly improved after soldiers from other Greek city-states joined the battle.Achilles, the son of Thetis, who is brave and good at fighting, rushed to the forefront, leading a small group of people into the occupation like a hurricane, breaking the battle situation arranged by the Trojans.The spear he swung in his hand kept harvesting the lives of the Trojans. His movements were so swift that his opponents often took his life before they had time to react.

For a moment, the Trojans felt an instinctive awe of him.Those Trojan soldiers who wanted to support their companions stopped involuntarily in front of Achilles' butcher knife.It's not that they are greedy for life and afraid of death, but that they clearly realize that that man is not something they can defeat.Even if they rushed forward, they would just add victory medals to that man in vain.

However, even if the Trojan soldiers did not take the initiative to provoke Achilles, Achilles would not let them go, and the movements of his men did not slow down at all.

Hector's friend, Pateus, the Trojan general, frowned when he saw this, and said to Shang Xuan beside him, "Now, I must step forward to stop that ferocious Achilles from continuing to slaughter us Trojans, Prince Paris, please be careful."

"Don't worry, I can't just hide behind you and accept your protection. Pateos, I'm also a fighter." He didn't say anything bold, but his attitude was quite obvious.

The anxiety on Pateos's face gradually disappeared, and he smiled appreciatively at Shang Xuan: "As expected of His Highness Hector's brother, I have begun to like you."

As soon as the words fell, his legs clamped the horse's back suddenly, and the war horse let out a long neighing sound, and rushed towards Achilles.

Pateos is also a fierce general. Although his strength is inferior to that of Achilles, he is older than the young hero and has richer combat experience and excellent insight.Coupled with the cooperation of the Trojan soldiers around him, he was evenly matched with Achilles.

In contrast, the cooperation of the soldiers who followed Achilles was much worse.It is true that each of them is a heroic figure, but the battlefield is never a battlefield for one person. At any time, those unknown but huge numbers of grassroots soldiers cannot be ignored.Before that, Troy, like the Greeks, highly respected individual heroism. However, after Shang Xuan joined the decision-making level of Troy, some of Troy's routines have quietly changed.

The seemingly inconspicuous Trojan soldiers gathered around the general Pateos, causing great trouble to the seemingly invincible Achilles, and even Achilles was still in the presence of those who were originally inferior to him. Under the pincer attack, he gradually fell into a disadvantage.

The hero was enraged. Taking advantage of the interval between battles, he pointed his spear at Pateos angrily: "You, son of despicable Tititus, dare to fight with me alone? Or, You only dare to hide behind your soldiers, without your soldiers, you can do nothing?"

"Don't try to provoke me with your words, it's no use, son of Peleus." The old god Pateos said to Achilles on the ground: "This is a war between Troy and Greece, not between you and me." The battle for honor between soldiers, the ability to control soldiers, and the layout of the battlefield are also a kind of strength in war. Achilles, my strength is indeed not as good as yours, but my strength has never been limited to my own force."

"Maybe you are indeed a hero, but you are inferior to me in commanding soldiers to fight together." Pateos said this without any guilt.

Pateos didn't think it was disgraceful to overwhelm Achilles with many soldiers. In his opinion, how well a general did was not how many people he personally killed, but how he commanded his men. What kind of results did the soldiers achieve.Therefore, there is no need for him to confront Achilles head-on when he knows that he is not as strong as Achilles.

There are many heroes in Greece, and the gods of Olympus like to save seeds everywhere, creating a group of demigods who can bully people.But demigods are not gods after all, no matter how powerful they are, can they still defeat thousands of troops?

Although the Greek city-states sent a considerable number of heroes, their overall number was still lower than that of the Trojans.Although the various city-states in Greece have formed alliances, most of the city-states are still fighting on their own.The Trojans have been specially trained in group combat and are better than the Greeks. After several efforts, the Greek army was cut into pieces like pieces of sand.Those great Greek heroes couldn't use their hands and feet, and they were all very depressed.

The Greeks gradually fell into a disadvantage in this battle of defending the city, and had to temporarily retreat to the city to take a rest.However, they also know that the time of ease will not be too long.The city defense of Salamis is not strong, as long as the Trojans launch a fierce attack and want to break through the city defense, it is only a matter of time.

The reinforcements of the Greeks have not yet arrived. According to the current situation, even if the reinforcements arrive, they will be blocked by the Trojans outside the city gate.The gates of Salamis guarded not only the Trojans, but also their allies.Under heavy pressure, Theseus, the king of Salamis who caused the dispute, stood up and begged for peace with the Trojans.

"Negotiate peace?" Shang Xuan thought for a while: "Alright, I'll go in and meet Theseus."

In fact, he was already surprised that Theseus could last until now before sending someone to negotiate with him.

"But, Your Highness..." Pateos looked at Shang Xuan worriedly, "Would you reconsider, I am worried about the character of the Greeks."

If Shang Xuan walked into the palace of Salamis, but was detained by the Greeks and used as a hostage to threaten the Trojans, then the situation would be bad for the Trojans.

"Don't worry, the Greeks are usually the most proud, and they won't do this." Shang Xuan said: "Salamis is such a long distance from our Troy, even if we occupy this enclave, it will be very difficult for our Troy." It's not very useful, so I think the purpose of the father and the others is definitely not to allow us to occupy Salamis. In this case, negotiations with the Greeks are essential."

"Even so, you don't have to go in person." Pateos still did not let go of his frown.

"Okay, don't say any more, this is my decision, Pateos." Although Shang Xuan's tone was not forceful, he didn't mean to ask Pateos' opinion.

"Then at least let me go with you," insisted Pateos.

"Of course. You are one of the most heroic fighters in Troy. I trust you with my safety."

The little Golden Crow on the side chirped and flapped its wings anxiously, this time, Shang Xuan did not indulge it.He said without lifting, "No, I can't take you this time."

"Chirp~~chirp~~" The little Golden Crow danced in the air for a while, its small face turned into a vicious expression, imitating the action of the Greeks charging on horseback, and it circled down from mid-air rapidly, and then, it landed on the ground In front of Shang Xuan, a pair of black bean eyes looked at Shang Xuan with kelianxixi, with Shang Xuan's skirt dangling in his mouth, "Chirp" without a sound, his eyes were full of worry.

Shang Xuan slowed down his voice: "Alright, I know you are worried about me, but I really can't take you in this time."

Pateos watched in a daze, feeling that the bird of Prince Paris was about to mature.

The silver wolf lying on the blanket did not clamor to go with Shang Xuan like the little Jinwu.I also want to know, Shang Xuan went in to negotiate, how could he bring a pet with him?But in other words, if it's not a pet, isn't it okay?

So, without anyone noticing, Silver Wolf gradually changed his form, and after a while, Shang Xuan found that there was an accessory on his clothes.