But when the news that "the Roman Army is about to invade" spread throughout the entire camp, it caused unrest in the ranks, especially among those soldiers who had joined the troop only after leaving Campania; they felt panic.
Fortunately, Maximus exercised strict control over the army, with each subdivision stationed in independent camps. Under the leadership of their team officers, they carried out daily training, patrol tasks, and adhered to set routines. Unauthorized outings were prohibited, so no major incidents occurred.
However, a small number of deserters emerged among the personnel from the two major logistical departments: the kitchen and the warehouse.
Because of this, Maximus had to strengthen oversight across all departments and personally visited various locations for several consecutive days, working with supervisors to reassure personnel and boost morale.
