"...a wish that you want to realize even at the expense of Rome?"
Nero murmured the words Octavian repeated in his mouth, and she had not yet realized what Octavian's wish was.
"It's you, Nero (Filius autem Octavianus)."
Octavian lowered his head and sat on the boulder raised by the river bank.
"Remain.....?"
Nero was still thinking about the meaning of Octavian's words.
A wind with a slightly bloody smell blew from the lower reaches of the Seine River.
This battle seems to be unique to heroic spirits—even a battle unique to Spartacus and Octavian, but the casualties of ordinary soldiers are still difficult to measure.
There were quite a few soldiers who were hit by the marbles that exploded when Spartacus liberated the Noble Phantasm.
Not to mention the casualties caused by the earthquake and siege caused by Animusfia.
The civilians in Lutecia may have all died in this series of natural and man-made disasters.
Animusfia is to blame.
But what is surprising is that the casualties of the soldiers under Nero and Animusfia were not too large, and it can even be said that there were no injuries.
On the contrary, there may not be a single one of the few thousand defenders left in the city of Lutesia.
"I'm very happy that I can meet you and my successor forty years after my death, Nero. But it's almost time. The loser should behave like a loser——"
Octavian didn't need to turn around to know that the army loyal to him had been wiped out.
First Caesar was defeated at the hands of Nero, then his navy, and now even the strong fortress of Lutetia was lost.
The last time Octavian had tasted this was when Varus destroyed three of his legions in the Black Forest of Germany.
That already made Octavian so depressed that he banged his head against the wall.
This time he lost even more, far more than three legions, and even Caesar.
But now Octavian has no more ideas in his mind.
"Okay, let's punish the traitors who dare to touch Rome, Lord Augustus."
Octavian laughed to himself.
If it's Nero, that's fine.
"Hmm..."
Nero nodded silently and pointed the original fire behind Octavian again.
Then, like cutting through butter, the sword blade pierced his body smoothly and penetrated Octavian's spiritual core.
Dots of golden stardust just dissipated from in front of Nero.
"Congratulations, Your Majesty,"
Only then did Animusfia come to Nero's side.
"In this way, the province of Gaul will be completely recovered by you."
The Roman Empire's control over provinces was actually not strict. This was why provincial governors needed one or even several troops to overwhelm local residents.
Many cities and tribes in the province were actually connected to the upper echelons of the Roman Empire through the authority of officials in the cities. In the peaceful reigns of Octavian, Tiberius, and even Nero, this framework still existed. Can maintain stability.
But once rebels appear, the situation will quickly deteriorate.
It was for this reason that Boudicca's rebellion in Britain spread rapidly throughout the province.
The cities and tribes were actually equivalent to Rome's autonomous alliance. Although they obeyed the governor's orders to a certain extent in terms of finance and other matters, they maintained a "cooperative" relationship with Rome to a large extent.
So much so that Armenia and Israel still retained the title of "King" under Roman rule.
Therefore, after the advent of the "United Empire", Nero did not receive reports and resistance information from the local provinces. Instead, he directly lost contact with the provinces.
Rather than saying that these provinces were occupied by the "United Empire", it is better to say that these provinces participated in the "United Empire"'s rebellion against Nero.
These tribesmen and cities in Gaul are like weeds growing on the wall. Whichever side is strong will fall to that side.
Now that almost all the resistance forces in Gaul have been captured by Animusfia, the officials in the city will naturally return to Nero's side.
"General Boudica."
Animusfia looked at Boudica and said:
"Your Majesty and I are scheduled to return to Rome, and I will leave the follow-up affairs of the Gallic Province to you."
Boudica nodded and obeyed Animusfia's arrangement.
"Hey, won't Sir Boudica return to Rome with the rest of us? I also want to hold a celebration banquet for the soldiers."
Nero was a little surprised.
"Not to mention that General Boudica, as a Celtic, can better communicate with the surrounding residents. Even if there is nothing to deal with, I am afraid that Miss Boudica will not appear at the celebration banquet in Rome."
"ah......."
Nero suddenly realized something.
"That's right, Yu is too reckless."
How could she have the nerve to let Boudica, who was defeated and committed suicide under Roman oppression, enjoy herself in Rome.
Rather, it is a miracle that Boudicca is willing to help her in Rome.
"No, His Majesty Nero does not need to blame himself. The past has passed. In fact, I don't care at all."
Boudica showed a relieved expression to Nero.
"It's just that it would still feel a little strange to show up in Rome at this time."
"Hmm..."
Nero nodded in understanding.
"Then I will leave Gaul to Boudicca for the time being. If you want the position of Governor of Gaul, you only need to tell me. It is better to say that I still want you to do this."
"That's a bit overwhelming, Your Majesty."
Animusfia came to Boudica's rescue.
"Speaking of which... Mr. Spartacus, he————"
Nero looked at the location where Spartacus had long since disappeared, leaving only a broken sword he was holding in place.
"Spartacus has already received the highest reward. I'm afraid he doesn't want to receive your reward or appear at the triumphal ceremony in Rome..."
Animusfia said so.
"Hmmmmmm——————"
Nero had to agree with Animusfia, but he was very depressed.
"Why don't you want the rest of the reward?"
It seemed that she, the Augustus of Rome, was despised.
"I haven't said anything yet, Your Majesty."
Animusfia's words made Nero look sideways.
"I am looking forward to your reward, Your Majesty."
"Is that so?!"
"Of course, Your Majesty. I can't wait to return to Rome to celebrate this victory with you."
