Lucius had heard the echoes of Cassius' rebuttal and hoped he was making the right decision as he entered.
They will quake with fear regardless after I tell you this. Cathargo Nova has fallen, not only has it fallen, it fell within a day, their mighty fortress in Spain is gone, their metal exports have dwindled and we have won. I ask the senate to return our brave legions home and let smaller units finish up what is the small amount of resistance rumored around the Pillars while we discuss the next fatal blow.
Lucius then went over the the scribe and looked over the last month's debates, what he saw shocked him.
Extermination?! By the gods what has gotten into you? These are allies of Rome, you can't just butcher people we call friends unless they strike first.
I propose that on the way back our legions will pay a visit to Ariminum and revoke their citizenship formally. They know how well-trained and experienced my legions are, they will submit.
Also, what is this bill about these so-called "legions" hmm? I wouldn't trust these men in an occupation let alone the field of battle. Lacks heavy infantry, overabundance of poor farmers and their puny javelins, have you even seen our cavalry perform in battle without being bled white enough to understand how to ride their bloody horses?!
I suggest a re-organization of your so-called legions to include more heavy infantry or the complete banishment of them. Overall, they are unnecessary at best and a nuisance at worst.