Juleios ignored him and continued, "For those who defeated the Lucanian tribal coalition, reclaimed Amendolara, and joined Amendolara as new citizens today, the land they currently own will also be exempt from taxes! At the same time, a batch of 'Amendolara Rebirth Silver Brooches' will be minted. Each new citizen will receive one, to be kept permanently. They can wear it proudly on their chiton during grand public occasions, so future generations will remember their achievements!"
"That's more like it!" Matonis, satisfied, sat down.
Now, the new citizens straightened their backs with pride.
Juleios had given both groups their share of honor, and both sides accepted this arrangement with satisfaction, restoring peace to the hall. Cornelius, observing this, couldn't help but acknowledge Juleios' remarkable political skill.
"What's the point of proposing this law if no one is paying taxes?!" Melsis complained.