The Greece Antagonist-Chapter 1197 - 10 Tea Art Master Limited Time Online_3

In history, the reason Caesar was able to rise to power was largely due to his use of bribery to clear a path.

However, once his power was stable, he issued decrees against provincial officials’ extortion, expanded the granting of Roman citizenship, established colonies for retired veterans, implemented autonomous city laws, created senior positions, and gradually transitioned Rome from a loose slave system to the highly centralized imperial era.

In short, he was a capable, resourceful, ambitious, adaptable political strongman.

However, due to the presence of deities and the ripples of fate, this hero, who should have shone brilliantly in history, became a destitute debtor.

Currently, such talent is most suitable to become the sharp edge for initiating reform when Nero takes power.

Luo En closed the dossier and asked:

"If I give you an opportunity, are you willing to clear the Empire’s accumulated abuses and expand its territories?"

"Thank you for your recognition, but I’m afraid I’m not up to the task."

Caesar unexpectedly shook his head and said self-deprecatingly,

"Furthermore, even if I want to continue contributing to the Empire, that Emperor might not dare let me continue causing trouble."

Just as he appraised Claudius I:

This is a mediocre person who seeks stability in everything, only suitable for preserving status quo.

Caesar himself is a reformer, always hoping to use strong measures to eliminate the current issues within the Roman Empire.

Consequently, whenever he took office, he would implement some policy adjustments, striving to eliminate the accumulated abuses.

But as a result, those in the vested interest groups became very disgusted with him, finding ways to remove him from his post, even driving him from the political arena.

Ultimately, even Emperor Claudius I had many complaints about him.

If it weren’t for the aura of the Julius clan backing him, his constant recklessness might have cost him his life.

Having faced such blows, his disheartenment was understandable... right?

Caesar blinked, waiting for a response.

Luo En remained unmoved, secretly sneered.

If this old fox was really disheartened, knowing someone from the Claudius family invited him, he wouldn’t have come at all.

Besides, after refusing, why hasn’t he shown any intention to leave?

It’s nothing more than retreating to advance, waiting for Luo En to speak and offer him a good price.

After a brief moment, Luo En sighed:

"While it’s regrettable, I also respect your choice."

Caesar was dumbfounded upon hearing this.

He had expected to sell himself at a high price, but inadvertently, the goods were stuck on his hands.

This was bad; he was hoping to seize this opportunity to make a comeback and clear his debts.

As Caesar struggled to think of how to respond, a clear bell rang.

"Sorry, I have to rush to class. The door is over there, I won’t be keeping you for lunch."

Luo En, while organizing his manuscripts, issued the guest dismissal order.

Caesar’s heart was stirred, and he asked:

"May I ask, who is your student?"

"Nero Claudius Drusus Germanicus, the youngest son of Emperor Claudius I, the Roman Empire’s future Crown Prince. I have been entrusted by the Pantheon to guide her into becoming a useful person."

"You are from Greece, correct?"

"Why? Is there a problem?"

"Certainly not!"

Caesar slapped his thigh, excitedly grabbed the teacher’s hand, with a look of heartfelt connection,

"To be honest, I am extremely fond of Ancient Greek culture, especially Greek classical literature. I even made a special trip to Rhodes Island to study under Milon’s son, the master of eloquence, Apollonius, learning rhetoric. It’s rare to come across a Greek renowned teacher today, please allow me to attend alongside you and revisit the nurture of civilized education!"

The first half of the sentence was true, the second half was naturally flattery.

Due to his mounting debts, life was becoming unbearable; he must seize this chance to rise.

Moreover, this employer is not Claudius the Mediocre but his youngest son, whether suitable to lower his head to serve, just happens to be tested with this opportunity.

Under Caesar’s hopeful gaze, Luo En generously nodded:

"You want to listen, listen; there’s plenty of space."

Upon hearing this, Caesar was overjoyed.

He eagerly carried the teaching materials for the temporary teacher, following closely behind him towards the classroom.

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