Extract from a letter, addressed to the Senate from Legatus Cotta.

...for my return to Roma. I intend to oversee the complete subjigation of this kingdom, the acquiring of the legions food supplies and the last exports of slaves and spoils before returning to Roma in the Spring. I intend to distribute my portion of the wealth to the plebs of Roma, that they may benefit from the victory their men have won this day. I extend my complete apprasial to my two tribunes, Caivs and Avlvs Aemilii, for their outstanding skill, bravery and leadership in the siege. But this victory belongs to the men of the legion; the blood spilt this day will forever stain the earth beneath the city red, and never shall these fallen heroes be forgotten. Those fortunate survivors shall rejoice in their victory, and will mourn our fallen brothers.

I also require an immediate garrison force-the kingdom is not yet secure, and those who remain spark trouble and riots whenever possible. More force needs to be shown in order to bring these people fully to heel.

As stated, I will return to Roma in the spring, and will be attending the Curia meetings once more. My aides and contacts have kept me well informed of the Curia dealings, and I intend to make sure further splits in the Curia do not happen....

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