
177- The Burning Ships
The History of Rome
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Leo and Olebrius - The Secret Plan
Olebrius had to leave his wife and daughter behind in constantinople, which is enough to keep most men honest. What leo really wanted was for anthemius rule to be made perfectly secure. Richemer threatened that security. So right before the diplomatic mission sale, leo went to one of the sub secretaries and entrusted him with the real plan. The sub secretary was given a note for anthemius eyes only: I want you to kill richamer and olebrius as soon as you get this.
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